The Architecture Hunter Awards (AHA) returns for its second edition in 2025, once again inviting architects, designers, and creatives from around the world to take part in a celebration of innovation and aesthetics, and meaningful change. Organized by Architecture Hunter—a globally recognized digital platform with a following of over 3 million—the 2025 edition builds on a successful debut with new categories, a broader design scope, and a deeper commitment to social responsibility.
New Voices, New Categories, Broader Horizons
This year’s awards go beyond the built environment. In addition to architecture and interior design, the 2025 edition introduces a dedicated Product Design group. Categories within this new group include Furniture Design, Lighting Product Design, Bathroom & Wellness Product Design, Urban Product Design, and Small Object Design. These additions reflect Architecture Hunter’s growing focus on how good design can enhance everyday experiences—not just in buildings, but in objects we use and spaces we inhabit. The awards also shine a spotlight on architectural firms at different stages of growth. Two new firm-specific recognitions—Best New Arch Firm and Firm of the Year—highlight emerging talent and established excellence; the former celebrates studios founded between 2018 and 2025, while the latter is jury-nominated and ultimately decided by public vote.
Design That Matters: A Platform for Social Impact
True to its mission of using design as a tool for positive change, the Architecture Hunter Awards continue their partnership with ConstruÃde, a Brazilian non-profit providing housing to vulnerable families. Five percent of all entry fees will be donated to the organization. Even more significantly, the new Social Architecture category will channel 100% of its fees to ConstruÃde. This category is open to projects that prioritize accessibility, inclusion, and community well-being—such as housing, healthcare, education, and public shelters—making a real-world difference through positive change and enhanced community well-being.
Supporting Future Creatives: Free Student Participation
AHA 2025 breaks down entry barriers for the next generation. The Student Category will be completely free to enter throughout the entire award cycle, offering students a rare opportunity to gain visibility on a global stage without the burden of entry fees. It’s a move that reflects Architecture Hunter’s belief that the future of design depends on access, opportunity, and inclusion. Whether you’re a student, an emerging voice, or a leading design firm, AHA 2025 offers a platform to showcase visionary work that shapes how we live, feel, and connect.
Architecture Hunter Awards 2025 – Entry Timeline
| Entry Phase | Dates |
|---|---|
| Pre-launch | From February 25, 2025 |
| Early Entry | March 17 – May 4, 2025 |
| Main Entry | May 4 – June 15, 2025 |
| Late Entry | June 15 – July 10, 2025 |
