Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens by Studio Cho. Photo by Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World
Citizens

Dezeen Awards aim to honour the best in architecture and design from around the world, and this year's selection once again highlights outstanding projects that contribute to innovation and sustainability. 26 November 2024, London. The winners in all 15 categories in the architecture category were announced at the Dezeen Awards 2024 ceremony. The NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) once again supports Dezeen Awards 2024 as a media partner.

Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens by Studio Cho. Photo by Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World
Citizens

Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre for World Citizens / Designed by Studio Cho

The Taiwan-Reyhanli Centre, located in Turkey, serves as a community hub for refugees and residents affected by the Syrian civil war and the 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquake. The master jury, including Keiji Ashizawa and Francine Houben, commended its minimalist construction, saying, "This project exemplifies architecture's true purpose—to improve lives and uplift communities." The design utilizes simple materials to create a monumental yet accessible structure that integrates seamlessly into the urban landscape. Its bold geometry and communal focus have transformed the area into a meaningful public space.

Northcote House by LLDS (Melbourne, Australia)

A curved plywood roof defines this self-designed townhouse by LLDS Architects. Judges praised its innovative design, sustainable features, and its ability to harmonize sculptural and functional elements.

Northcote House by LLDS. Photo by Tom Ross

Caochan na Creige by Izat Arundell (Outer Hebrides, Scotland)

This home blends into its landscape using local stone cladding and thoughtful design. The jury highlighted its crafted warmth and seamless integration with nature.

Caochan na Creige by Izat Arundell. Photo by Richard Gaston

The Residences at Sandford Lodge by Shay Cleary Architects (Dublin, Ireland)

A low-rise residential complex organized around a communal courtyard. Judges celebrated its thoughtful sustainability and design, which reimagines urban housing while promoting community interaction.

The Residences at Sandford Lodge by Shay Cleary Architects. Photo by Hackett Photography

Shadow House by Grotto Studio (Perth, Australia)

This charred-timber extension balances the historic with the modern, creating a harmonious dialogue between past and present.

Shadow House by Grotto Studio. Photo by Jack Lovel

Wisdome Stockholm by Elding Oscarson (Stockholm, Sweden)

This timber extension to the Swedish Museum of Technology combines bold design with a welcoming atmosphere, redefining planetarium architecture.

Wisdome Stockholm by Elding Oscarson. Photo by Mikael Olsson

Pavillon Jardins by Atelier du Pont (Paris, France)

A timber office building using modular design, natural light, and recycled materials to create a functional and sustainable workspace.

Pavillon Jardins by Atelier du Pont. Photo by Charly Broyez

Churchill Meadows Community Centre and Sports Park by MJMA Architecture & Design (Mississauga, Canada)

This center integrates light-filled communal spaces and timber construction to enhance health and wellbeing while connecting with the surrounding park.

Churchill Meadows Community Centre and Sports Park by MJMA Architecture & Design. Photo by Scott
Norsworthy

Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) by MASS Design Group (Gashora, Rwanda)

Built with local materials, this climate-positive campus preserves biodiversity while training future leaders in conservation agriculture.

Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA) by MASS Design Group. Photo by Iwan Baan

Seddülbahir Fortress by KOOP Architects (Turkey)

This revitalization of a 17th-century Ottoman fortress into an open-air museum respects its historical significance while introducing subtle contemporary interventions.

Seddülbahir Fortress by KOOP Architects. Photo by Egemen Karakaya

Maison Brummell Majorelle by Bergendy Cooke (Marrakech, Morocco)

This earth-clad hotel combines modern design with traditional Moroccan craftsmanship to create inviting, sustainable spaces.

Maison Brummell Majorelle by Bergendy Cooke. Photo by Emily Andrews

The Land Bridge & Prairie at Memorial Park by Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects (Houston, USA)

Two soil-covered tunnels link park sections while offering animal habitats and cleaner air, demonstrating environmental stewardship.

The Land Bridge & Prairie at Memorial Park by Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects. Photo by
Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects

Majamaja Off-Grid Village by Littow Architectes and Majamaja (Helsinki, Finland)

This collection of micro-homes optimizes space and embraces sustainable off-grid living with multifunctional designs.

Majamaja Off-Grid Village by Littow Architectes and Majamaja. Photo by Joonas Linkola

Nantou Hybrid Building by Urbanus (Shenzhen, China)

An adaptive reuse project that respects the original structure while integrating innovative, vibrant additions.

Nantou Hybrid Building by Urbanus. Photo by Zhang Chao

The Opera Park by Cobe (Copenhagen, Denmark)

A landscaped island featuring six gardens that provide environmental and social benefits, turning the space into a popular public attraction.

The Opera Park by Cobe. Photo by Cobe

Dezeen Awards celebrates innovation, sustainability, and social impact in architecture, interiors, and design. Now in its eighth year, the awards recognize groundbreaking projects that inspire the global design community.