Awards History
Holcim Awards 2021–22
A new operational contract for the building sector
In the 6th cycle of the world’s most significant competition for sustainable design, most of the global prizewinning projects came from the Asia Pacific and Middle East Africa regions; one top prize each also went to Colombia and Switzerland. The prizes were presented at a handover ceremony at the International Architecture Biennale in Venice, Italy.
54
prize-winning projects
4,742
competition entries
134
countries represented
The mission of sustainability becomes more urgent day by day as a pledge that must be put into action.” Edward Schwarz Holcim Foundation, Switzerland
Global and Regional Holcim Awards 2021 Announcement
The presentation of all 33 Holcim Awards main category prizes that showcase the cutting edge of approaches to sustainable design, green architecture, and materials innovation.
The issue of sustainability is of paramount importance in construction. In view of climate change and diminishing resources, new approaches are needed along the entire value chain of the construction industry as the building sector moves toward net-zero emissions and circular material flows.
News on the Awards 2021-22
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Media Release
Recognizing the many facets of sustainable construction
Handover ceremony of Holcim Awards main prizes held at the International Architecture Biennale
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Book Release
A showcase of best practice in sustainable construction
Changing building paradigms and finding new opportunities for environmental and social regeneration