"The International Union of Architects (UIA), in partnership with UN-Habitat, has released the Stage 1 results of the third cycle of the UIA 2030 Award, identifying the projects selected as Regional Finalists. The shortlisted entries were drawn from submissions across the UIA's five global regions and will advance to the second stage of evaluation. Established in alignment with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the award framework positions the built environment within broader discussions on sustainable urban development and global policy objectives."
"Launched in 2021, the biennial UIA 2030 Award focuses on built projects that demonstrate measurable contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals, with particular attention to SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities and the New Urban Agenda. The third cycle received a wide range of submissions reflecting diverse regional, social, and environmental conditions. Following a structured and rigorous review, the international jury selected Regional Finalists based on criteria including building performance, design quality, contextual integration, and the extent to which projects address sustainability through a holistic, life-cycle approach."
The UIA and UN-Habitat released Stage 1 results of the third UIA 2030 Award, naming Regional Finalists drawn from the UIA's five global regions. The biennial award, launched in 2021, targets built projects that demonstrate measurable contributions to the Sustainable Development Goals, with emphasis on SDG 11 and the New Urban Agenda. Submissions reflected diverse regional, social, and environmental conditions and were evaluated on building performance, design quality, contextual integration, and holistic life-cycle sustainability. Shortlisted teams must submit three-minute video presentations and supporting materials by 6 March 2026. Winners and commendations will be announced during the UN-Habitat World Urban Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan. Category 1 Regional Finalist: Sanxiushan Village, Wetland Landscape by Huaqiao University.
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