RIBA Announces 32 National Award Winners for 2026, Including Stirling Prize Longlist

Dezeen · · 1 min read · Arts & Design

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Key Takeaways

  • 32 buildings received RIBA National Awards in 2026.
  • Over half of the awarded buildings are located in London.
  • The award recipients include a Sadler's Wells dance theatre by O'Donnell + Tuomey and a rammed-earth house by Tuckey Design.
  • These 32 buildings form the longlist for the RIBA Stirling Prize.

Why This Matters

The annual RIBA National Awards highlight significant architectural achievements across the UK and create the longlist for the RIBA Stirling Prize, a notable recognition in British architecture.

Overview

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) announced the recipients of its 2026 National Awards. A total of 32 buildings were recognized with these awards. These 32 awarded buildings collectively form the longlist for the RIBA Stirling Prize.

Findings

  • Thirty-two buildings were awarded RIBA National Awards in 2026.
  • More than half of the 32 awarded buildings are situated in London.
  • Specific awarded projects include a dance theatre for Sadler's Wells, designed by O'Donnell + Tuomey, and a rammed-earth house, designed by Tuckey Design.
  • The 32 awarded buildings constitute the longlist for the RIBA Stirling Prize.

Research Information

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Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
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