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BLT Built Design Awards 2025 Catalogue is now available!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the BLT Built Design Awards Winners 2025 Catalogue, now available for free download on our website or for purchase on Amazon worldwide. This exclusive publication showcases the exceptional projects and innovations honored in this year’s awards, spanning Architectural Design, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Construction Product Design. Inside, you’ll find inspiring interviews […]
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BLT Built Design Awards Present a Talk on Regenerative Design at Bangkok Design Week

As part of Bangkok Design Week, two curated talks organised by 3C Awards Group will take place on February 1st at the Thailand Creative & Design Center (TCDC). Hosted at the Resource Center Library on the 4th floor of the Grand Postal Building, the sessions bring together international designers, architects, and brand leaders to explore how design shapes cities, products, and everyday […]
Thailand Government Complex: Regenerative Design for a People-First Government

Interview with Landprocess: Landscape Architecture of the Year at the Thailand Government Complex

In this conversation, we speak with Kotchakorn Voraakhom, founder of Landprocess and recipient of the Landscape Architecture of the Year award at the BLT Built Design Awards, about the transformation of the Thailand Government Complex in Bangkok. One of the country’s most important administrative hubs, the complex has long reflected the priorities of institutional power, […]
Unfold Form: Curved-crease un-foldable formwork for sustainable vaulted floors. Photo: Lotte Scheder-Bieschin, Andrei Jipa

Emerging Architect of the Year: Lotte Scheder-Bieschin of ETH Zurich on Unfold Form

In this Q&A, we speak with Lotte Scheder-Bieschin, recipient of the Emerging Architect of the Year award at the BLT Built Design Awards, about Unfold Form, a construction system that challenges some of the most taken-for-granted assumptions in contemporary building. Developed within the ETH Zurich Block Research Group, the project rethinks how concrete floors are […]
Lisa Van Staden

Winner Interview: Lisa Van Staden, Emerging Interior Designer of the Year

In this interview, we speak with Lisa Van Staden, winner of the Emerging Interior Designer of the Year award at the BLT Built Design Awards, about Symphony, her proposal for the Museum of South African Languages. Developed at Cape Peninsula University of Technology and set within the Cradle of Humankind, the project examines how language, […]
VINE. Photo by yoon_joonhwan.

Interview with Beom Kwan Kim, Construction Product Design of the Year Winner

In this interview, we sit down with Beom Kwan Kim to discuss VINE, the project awarded Construction Product Design of the Year at the BLT Built Design Awards. Developed by the University of Ulsan and Studio Kwan, VINE draws from the quiet intelligence of natural growth, translating the logic of climbing vines into a building envelope that generates energy, responds to […]
AATMA MANTHAN MUSEUM. Photo: VINAY PANJWANI // Sanjay Puri

Sanjay Puri Discusses the Interior Design of the Year–Winning Aatma Manthan Museum

Widely acclaimed and recognised as one of India’s most iconic architecture and design practices, Sanjay Puri Architects has long occupied a distinct position within the global architectural landscape. Led by Sanjay Puri, the Mumbai-based studio is celebrated for a body of work that is both instantly recognisable and rigorously contextual, defined by expressive contemporary forms […]
Interview with Ho Sin Chang on Building a City That Feeds Itself

2025 Emerging Landscape Architect of the Year Ho Sin Chang on Harvest Circuit

At first glance, Harvest Circuit feels like an ambitious urban farming concept. Look closer, and it reveals itself as a full-blown system where food, people, waste, energy, and shared space are all part of the same daily rhythm. The project, created by Ho Sin Chang from Chung Yuan Christian University in Taiwan, earned her the […]
2025 Winners, from the top left: Shenzhen Science & Technology Museum, Zaha Hadid Architects. Photo Credit: Virgile Simon Bertrand. Edmonds + Lee Architects. Photo Credit: Joe Fletcher. New Campus ESCP Turin, TRA srl. Photo Credit: Monica Spezia, Fabio Oggero. Danson Residence, Jack Fugaro Architect. Photo Credit: Dave Kulesza. Casas Tiro al Pichón, Jaime Guzman Creative Group. Photo Credit: OFHA Oscar Hernandez. Plastic Box, Minimal Studio. Photo Credit: Leonardo Cóndor.

A New Season Begins: BLT Built Design Awards 2026 Call for Entries

The BLT Built Design Awards announce the opening of submissions for the 2026 edition, inviting architects, interior designers, landscape architects, construction innovators, and emerging talents to present their most accomplished and thoughtful work. As one of the world’s most internationally recognised programs dedicated to the built environment, the BLT Built Design Awards celebrate projects that demonstrate design excellence, technical […]
3C Awards - Basel 2025 @Charlie Hui, Viswerk

BLT Built Design Awards Unites Global Design Leaders in Basel’s Elisabethenkirche.

A record-setting ceremony that brought together world-renowned studios, award-winning architects and a new generation of emerging designers for a night dedicated to creativity, collaboration and the future of design inside one of Basel’s most iconic cultural spaces.  On Friday, November 21st, 2025, Basel became the centre of the international design community as the BLT Built […]
Interview: Mona Vijaykumar on Future-Focused Urban Design

An Interview with Jury Member Mona Vijaykumar on Systems, Cities, and Resilience

Architect, urban designer, and data strategist Mona Vijaykumar works at the point where design becomes a catalyst for cultural, ecological, and technological transformation. As an Associate Urban Designer at Perkins&Will Boston, she leads campus, city, and district-scale projects that rethink how environments can support both people and the planet. Her global portfolio, from the United […]
Shenzhen Science & Technology Museum

BLT Built Design Awards 2025 Reveal World’s Best Architecture, Interior, Landscape and Construction Projects.

Switzerland, 10 October 2025 — The BLT Built Design Awards 2025 have recognised a new cohort of designs that push architecture and construction forward. Hosted by the 3C Group, the awards celebrate excellence across architecture, interiors, landscapes and construction products. This year’s programme drew entries from 68 countries and received almost 900 projects, illustrating the event’s global […]
The BLT Built Design Awards, which celebrate exceptional contributions in architecture, interior design, construction products, and landscape architecture, have announced a remarkable panel of new jury members for its 2025 edition. These distinguished professionals join a stellar international jury to honour the vision, creativity, and passion driving the built environment forward.

Global Design Leaders joining the BLT Built Design Awards 2025 Jury board

The BLT Built Design Awards, which celebrate exceptional contributions in architecture, interior design, construction products, and landscape architecture, have announced a remarkable panel of new jury members for its 2025 edition. These distinguished professionals join a stellar international jury to honour the vision, creativity, and passion driving the built environment forward. This year, the BLT […]

BLT Built Design Awards Ceremony Set for November 21st in Basel

The BLT Built Design Awards have officially announced the date and location for their annual awards ceremony and gala dinner. Set to take place on Friday, November 21st, 2025, the event will be hosted at Elisabethenkirche in Basel, Switzerland, a striking example of adaptive reuse architecture and one of the city’s most iconic cultural venues. […]

The BLT Built Design Awards 2024 – Book of Design – is now available!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the BLT Built Design Awards Winners 2024 Catalogue, now available for free download on our website or for purchase on Amazon worldwide. This exclusive publication showcases the exceptional projects and innovations honored in this year’s awards, spanning Architectural Design, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Construction Product Design. […]
WOSA Sintered Stone Showroom, The Volks Design Research & Consulting Ltd.

Exploring the Art of Stone in a Conversation with Manuel Lap Yan Lam, Winner of BLT’s Interior Design of the Year

In the repurposed factory in Shanghai, the WOSA Sintered Stone Showroom changed the idea of traditional retail spaces. Awarded the prestigious “Interior Design of the Year” at the BLT Built Design Awards, this project explores the possibilities of showcasing materials and transforming them into immersive, artful experiences. Manuel Lap Yan Lam, founder and chief architect of The Volks […]
ATMOSPHERE by Krallerhof, HGEsch Photography.

Marvin Uwe Grawe Discusses the Architectural Design of the Year Award for the Alpine Spa

Blending harmoniously into the surrounding Leoganger Steinberge mountain range, ATMOSPHERE by Krallerhof creates a year-round space for relaxation and regeneration. Designed by Hadi Teherani Architects, this adult-exclusive spa builds on the tradition of luxury accommodation at Hotel Krallerhof, a five-star retreat opened by the Altenberger family in 1956. Winner of the Architectural Design of the […]
Royal Thai Army - 1st Development Division, Sarakadee Magazine, Mr.Srirath Somsawat

Chatchanin Sung Reflects on Benjakitti Forest Park’s Landscape Architecture of the Year Award

Chatchanin Sung is the Executive Director and Landscape Studio Director at Arsomsilp Community and Environmental Architect. As a leading female figure in the field, she has profoundly impacted urban design by blending ecological principles with creative architecture. One of her firm’s most celebrated achievements is the transformation of Benjakitti Forest Park in Bangkok, which earned […]
Photo: The Backcountry Hut Company

Inside the BLT Award-Winning Design of System 02: A Conversation with Wilson Edgar and Michael Leckie

In this exclusive interview with Wilson Edgar and Michael Leckie, the lead designers behind The Backcountry Hut Company, we discuss their work with System 02, which recently won the “Construction Product Design of the Year” award at the 2024 BLT Built Design Awards. This two-story prefabricated structure has changed the way cabins are built in […]
Timber & Table, photo: YanXiaSanYue

Exploring Timber & Table with BLT Emerging Architect Luxi Chen

In the scenic Songyang region of Zhejiang Province, China, a humble rural building has been transformed into Timber & Table, a restaurant that beautifully blends rustic charm with modern comfort. The project, led by Luxi Chen, a graduate from the University of California, Berkeley, shows her dedication to sustainable design and honoring the past while embracing the […]
Header: 2024 Winners, from the top left: Van B Editions, Holzrausch Gmbh. Photo: Oliver Jaist. Quzhou Stadium, MAD Architects. Photo: CreatAR Images, Aogvisio. MPavilion 10, Tadao Ando Architect & Associates. Photo: Rory Gardiner, Luke Ray, William Hamilton-Coates, Marie-Luise Skibbe, Michael Pham, Rick Clifford. 55 Sunreef ULTIMA, Sunreef Venture S.A.. Photo: Sunreef Yachts. SILT Middelkerke, Delva Landscape Architecture | Urbanism. Photo: Sebastian van Damme. Masarycka, Zaha Hadid Architects. Photo: BoysPlayNice.

Call for Entries: BLT Built Design Awards 2025 Now Open for Submissions

The renowned 3C Group has officially opened submissions for the fifth edition of the BLT Built Design Awards. These awards aim to acknowledge the expertise of professionals engaged in the realization of exceptional projects on a global scale, encompassing architectural firms, interior designers, landscape studios, and construction product innovators. The program is open to professional, emerging designers and […]
Interview with Cheng-Wei Lee: Exploring Bio-Inspired Innovation with

Interview with Cheng-Wei Lee: Exploring Bio-Inspired Innovation with “Exoskeletons” – Emerging Landscape Architect of the Year

Cheng-Wei Lee, winner of the “Emerging Landscape Architect of the Year” title at the BLT Built Design Awards 2024, presents his experimental project Exoskeletons. This project delves into the structural and morphological principles of arthropod exoskeletons as a source of inspiration for new construction methods in landscape architecture. A Bartlett School of Architecture graduate at […]
Yohji Yamamoto New York City Flagship Store

Interview with Sonal Aggarwal: Emerging Interior Designer of the Year at the BLT Built Design Awards 2024

Talented Sonal Aggarwal, a rising star in interior design, has captivated the design world with her boundary-pushing approach to spatial and sensory design. Her award-winning project, a flagship store that fuses the avant-garde fashion of Yohji Yamamoto with the deconstructivism of Lebbeus Woods and the ethereal qualities of the California Light and Space movement, has […]
Header: ATMOSPHERE by Krallerhof by Hadi Teherani Architects. Construction Company: Kebony (Decking). Architectural Design of the Year. Photographer Credit: HGEsch Photography.

BLT Built Design Awards 2024 Celebrate the Winners Shaping Tomorrow’s Built Environment

The BLT Built Design Awards proudly announce the 2024 winners, honoring the creativity and expertise of architects, designers, and construction innovators worldwide. This year’s program has seen over 800 entries from 57 countries, revealing the wide scope of visionary ideas redefining both urban and natural landscapes. From established professionals to emerging talent, the BLT Built Design Awards celebrates those […]

Meet the Influential Experts Joining the 2024 BLT Built Design Awards Jury

The BLT Built Design Awards are thrilled to announce an expanded jury panel for the 2024 edition, featuring a diverse group of globally recognized architects, designers, and thought leaders in the built environment. The new additions to the jury represent a spectrum of expertise, ensuring a well-rounded and insightful evaluation of this year’s submissions. Among the new […]
Photo: MAKHNO Studio

Meet Serhii Makhno: Architect, Designer, and New BLT Built Design Awards Jury Member

We are excited to welcome Serhii Makhno, a distinguished architect, designer, and artist, to our conversation today. Serhii recently joined the BLT Built Design Awards jury, bringing his deep expertise and innovative perspective to this prestigious role. As the founder of MAKHNO Studio, Serhii has led the creation of over 600 projects across 25 countries, each one […]

Interview with Pal Pang: Insights from a BLT Awards Jury Member on Design and Functionality

We are excited to present an exclusive interview with Pal Pang, a renowned interior architect and artist who has made a significant impact in the world of design. As the Chief Creative Officer of Another Design International, based in London, Pal has crafted a career that seamlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. His work […]

A-01: Redefining Sustainable Architecture – An Interview with Oliver Schütte

Welcome to an interview with Oliver Schütte, where we will dive into the remarkable journey of A-01, a pioneering architectural firm he co-founded in 2005 with Dutch anthropologist Marije van Lidth de Jeude. A-01 stands out for its intercultural and multidisciplinary approach, encapsulated in the collaboration between A Company and its non-profit counterpart, A Foundation. […]
2023 BLT Built Design Award Winners Shine at Asia Pacific Design Center (APDC) Awards Event

2023 BLT Built Design Award Winners Shine at Asia Pacific Design Center (APDC) Awards Event

The 3C Awards honoured the BLT Built Design Awards and LIV Hospitality Design Awards 2023 winners during the two-day Asia Pacific Design Center (APDC) Awards event and conferences. Three exceptional projects from the BLT Built Design Award recognized at the Gala were: Woyun Platform of Longmen Mountain: Designed by Cheng Qiang of Archermit. Dancing Ribbon: Designed by […]

Top 10 Architecture Schools Shaping the Future

Choosing to study architecture isn’t just about a job; it’s a commitment to shaping the spaces that define our world. Picking the right school becomes crucial as you embark on this transformative journey. These schools not only provide a solid academic foundation but also immerse students in the exciting world of design, construction, and urban planning. With modern lessons, […]
Top 10 Interior Design Schools Redefining Aesthetics

Top 10 Interior Design Schools Redefining Aesthetics

To become an interior designer, one needs a good eye, taste, creativity, and curiosity, characteristics innate to any such professional. Studying the principles, basics, and history of interior design, plus researching sustainability and preservation, are, however, becoming crucial to the field. Amidst social injustice, climate change, environmental challenges, and technological developments, interior design keeps evolving and […]
Header: 2023 Winners, from the top left: Skyspace Amarta by Studio Mk27 (Marcio Kogan and Renata Furlanetto). Photo Credit: Fernando Guerra, Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen and George Roske, Ford Calumet Environmental Center by Valerio Dewalt Train. Photo Credit: Tom Harris, Black House (Casa Negra) by A-01 (A Company / A Foundation). Photo Credit: A-01 / Azure Peace, Saitama TOYOTA Honjo-waseda by ARC Design Office / club Mai architects. Photo Credit: Tokyo Branch SS CO., LTD, Toranomon Hills Tokyo by Ingenhoven Associates. Photo Credit: ingenhoven associates/HGEsch.

The BLT Built Design Awards 2024 Invites Architects and Design Professionals to Showcase Global Excellence

The renowned 3C Group has officially opened submissions for the fourth edition of the BLT Built Design Awards. These awards aim to acknowledge the expertise of professionals engaged in the realization of exceptional projects on a global scale, encompassing architectural firms, interior designers, landscape studios, and construction product innovators. The program is open to professional, emerging designers and students […]

Exploring Architectural Marvels with Saartje van der Made and Joost Vos

For over four decades, Benthem Crouwel Architects, led by partners Pascal Cornips, Daniel Jongtien, Saartje van der Made, and Joost Vos, has been at the forefront of architectural innovation, where each project is a reflection of their continuous pursuit of excellence and improvement. With a commitment to pragmatic idealism, they craft buildings that go beyond […]

The catalog of the third edition of BLT Built Design Awards is now available!

Explore the 2023 winning projects in Architectural Design, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Construction Product Design; along with captivating interviews, elegantly presented within our catalog. Each page is filled with stunning photos showcasing the winning designs. You can purchase a print copy on Amazon and access freely the digital version on the BLT Awards website.  […]

An Inside Look at Tam Leo’s Award-Winning ‘Family Heirloom’

Meet Tam Leo, a Hong Kong-based interior designer with a passion for minimalist design styles and adept use of color. As the founder of DUMB Design, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the field. Leo recently received an Honorable Mention in Interior Design/Residential at the BLT Built Design Awards for his project, […]
Marcio Kogan, Diana Radomysler, Luciana Antunes, and Mariana Ruzante

Diana Radomysler of Studio MK27 on Crafting the Interior Design of the Year 2023

Studio MK27 located in the chaotic city of São Paulo was founded in the late 70’s by architect Marcio Kogan and today is comprised of 56 members and various collaborators worldwide. The team, coordinated by four directors, constitutes three main squads. Diana Radomysler, Marcio’s partner since the 90s, is the author of the interior design […]
The BLT Built Design Awards, a prestigious celebration of innovation and excellence in architecture and design, took center stage at the iconic KKL Luzern, Switzerland, last Saturday, November 18th

BLT Built Design Awards Gala Celebrates Architects and Designers Visionaries at the KKL Luzern in Switzerland

The BLT Built Design Awards, a prestigious celebration of innovation and excellence in architecture and design, took center stage at the iconic KKL Luzern, Switzerland, last Saturday, November 18th. The gala event, set against the stunning backdrop of KKL Luzern’s architectural brilliance, showcased the industry’s top talents and their remarkable contributions.  The evening commenced with […]
This year, RENCO's groundbreaking work in construction design has been recognized with the prestigious Construction Product Design of the Year. In this exclusive interview, we delve into Mr. Murphy's remarkable journey, exploring the milestones that have shaped his career and the innovative ethos that propels RENCO to the forefront of the industry.

Exploring Innovation in Construction Design: Conversation with Thomas P. Murphy, Jr., Co-Founder of RENCO

With an illustrious career spanning over five decades, Mr. Thomas P. Murphy, Jr. has not only shaped the skyline of Florida but has been at the forefront of transformative projects that have redefined the very essence of construction. As the Co-Founder of RENCO, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. Notable […]

An In-Depth Dialogue with Takatoku Nishi, Recipient of the Emerging Architect of the Year Award

Welcome to an exclusive interview with Takatoku Nishi, a student at Tokyo University of the Arts, whose creative journey is deeply rooted in his fascination with the transitory yet intense beauty of the ever-changing scenes of nature. His unique approach involves capturing the atmospheric optical phenomena found in these fleeting moments and masterfully reconstructing them […]
Yuki Ikeguchi, Jagoda K., Yasemin S. from Kengo Kuma and Associates, Truffer AG team.

A Conversation with Truffer AG on Haus Balma’s Architectural Design of the Year Award

In the heart of Vals, Switzerland, Truffer AG, a pioneer in the stone industry since 1983, celebrates their recent accolade—the Architectural Design of the Year Award for Haus Balma. Employing over fifty individuals year-round, the Truffer legacy, founded by Pia and Pius Truffer, integrates tradition with visionary design. Situated near Zervreila, their quarry, “Jossagada,” produces […]
A Dialogue with Catherine Mosbach, Founder of Mosbach Paysagistes

A Dialogue with Catherine Mosbach, Founder of Mosbach Paysagistes

Welcome to the exclusive interview with the esteemed Catherine Mosbach, a visionary landscape architect and the founder of the Paris-based design firm mosbach paysagistes & the magazine Pages Paysages. With a remarkable career spanning diverse and innovative projects, Catherine has left an indelible mark on the world of landscape architecture. Catherine’s key projects include the […]
Emerging Landscape Architect of the Year. Gabriel Velasco

Interview with Gabriel Velasco, Emerging Landscape Architect of the Year 2023

A student at Savannah College of Art and Design, Gabriel Velasco, has been awarded the Emerging Landscape Architect of the Year at the 2023 BLT Built Design Awards for his work on Octavarium. In this interview, we’ll delve into Gabriel’s journey, tracing it from his roots in Brazil to his current studies in the United […]

The BLT Built Design Awards unveil 2023 Winners.

The BLT Built Design Awards proudly unveil the distinguished winners of the 2023 edition, honoring visionaries in the field of architecture and design, with a grand ceremony set to take place at KKL Luzern, Switzerland. Zurich, Switzerland, October 4, 2023 – BLT Built Design Awards has announced the winners of the 2023 edition, acknowledging and […]

Spotlight on BLT Award Winners at the 2023 APDC International Design Awards Gala in Beijing

Design is an ever-evolving field that constantly shapes people’s aesthetic perceptions and influences how they interact with the world. As the design landscape undergoes significant changes in the global context, innovation and subversion have become key drivers for the future of design. The 2023 APDC International Design Awards Gala, themed “变 颠覆 新启未来” (Innovation, Subversion, […]
Elmar Bossard | Luzern Tourism

BLT Built Design Awards Gala to Showcase Architectural Brilliance at Switzerland’s Iconic KKL Luzern.

The design community is buzzing with excitement as the highly esteemed BLT Built Design Awards Gala prepares to celebrate exceptional architectural achievements in the captivating city of Luzern. This prestigious event will take place at the iconic KKL Luzern, a stunning architectural masterpiece nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Luzern, on Saturday, November 18, […]

BLT Built Design Awards welcomes prominent Jury Members for the 2023 Edition.

Prepare for a celebration of design excellence as top experts join forces to recognize the best in the industry. Architects, interior designers, construction product designers, and landscape design companies alike are invited to showcase their exceptional work and be part of the event. Switzerland – BLT Built Design Awards is thrilled to announce the impressive […]

Discover the Best of 2022: The BLT Built Design Awards Catalog is Here

The BLT Built Design Awards has announced the release of the 2nd edition of their annual book of design – the BLT Built Design Awards Book of Design 2022. This year’s catalog features the 2022 winners in Architectural Design, Interior Design, Project Management, and Construction Product Design categories and includes interviews with the winners. The […]

Submissions open for BLT Built Design Awards 2023

The renowned 3C Awards Group has announced that submissions are now open for the third edition of the BLT Built Design Awards. The awards recognize the expertise of all professionals involved in the realization of outstanding projects on a global scale – from architectural firms and interior designers to Landscape studio and construction products. The program […]

Interview with architect and urban designer, Xudong Zhu, winner of the “Emerging Architect of the Year 2022”

We caught up with “Emerging Architect of the Year 2022” Xudong Zhu, lead designer of Urban Irrigation. While studying at Harvard, Xudong co-founded T.E.N. in Shanghai. As the lead architect, he has led the team to many well-known design awards at home and abroad in recent years. He told us more about his passion for […]
Chloe Fan & Gabriel Munnich

Interview with Chloe Fan & Gabriel Munnich, lead designers behind the BLT Awards 2022 project management of the year 2022

The winner of the management product of the year by DesignWithFRANK in New York. We talked to the co-founders, Chloe Fan and Gabriel Munnich, who shared the process and inspiration behind the award-winning project. Could you tell us a little about your professional journey? Chloe is from a family construction business in China; growing up […]

Sara Sheikh Akbari, Project Director for BEEAH Headquarters, talks about the biggest challenges behind the project winning the BLT 2022 Architectural Design of the Year

We talked to Zaha Hadid Architects Project Director for BEEAH Headquarters, Sara Sheikh Akbari. Powered by its solar array and equipped with next-generation technologies for operations at LEED Platinum standards, the new BEEAH Headquarters has been designed to achieve net-zero with future-ready technologies for minimal energy consumption. The project won the BLT 2022 Architectural Design […]

Interview with Masahiro Yoshida, lead designer behind the BLT Awards 2022 Interior Design of the Year.

Winner of the BLT 2022 Interior Design of the Year, KAMA-ASA Shop is an architectural project designed by KAMITOPEN Co., Ltd. in Japan. We talked to the lead designer Masahiro Yoshida who shared with us his inspiration behind the award-winning project. Could you tell us a little about your professional journey? I was born in […]

Winner of the Construction Product of the Year, Karl Yin shared with us the success story of YiBrick

We talked to Karl Yin, winner of the BLT 2022 Construction Product of the Year for YiBrick.  It is a permeable brick that contains over 90% recycled ceramic, locally invented and made in China, where 18 million tons of non-degradable ceramic waste are produced every year. Could you tell us a little about your professional […]

Emerging Interior Designer of the Year 2022, Yue Che shared with us the design inspiration behind her award-winning project

Emerging Interior Designer of 2022 and Savannah College of Art and Design student, Yue Che, shared with us the success story of her award-winning project, “Ally – A center for Children Psychological Trauma Recovery.” Could you tell us a little about yourself? Hi! I am from China and am currently an interior design graduate student about to finish […]

The BLT Built Design Awards 2022 winners have been announced!

The BLT Built Design Awards judges were impressed by the high level of innovation and creativity of the winning entries that include names enjoying international reputation such as Zaha Hadid Architects, Ateliers Jean Nouvel, Agence d’Architecture A. Bechu & Associés, Sanjay Puri Architects, Stonehill Taylor, Perkins & Will, querkraft architects, Laguarda Low Architects, dwp – […]

Join the BLT Awards before October 9th

BLT Built Design Awards is a global reference in the construction industry, representing the best of Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Product Design and Project Management. The 2022 BLT Built Design Awards is accepting entries into its four major categories, from architectural design, interior design, construction products design and project management. It welcomes submissions from professional, […]
Li Yuejiu Founding Partner & Design Director of a9a Architects / President of Jiuzhu Branch of Architectural Planning and Design Research Institute of Chongqing University

A conversation with Li Yuejiu, working in Architectural Research, planning, and interior design for more than ten years.

We sit with BLT awards Jury member, Li Yuejiu to talk about his experience in Architectural Research, planning, and interior design. He studied in many star firms and participated in commercial real estate projects and ancient architecture design research for many years. Can you tell us a bit about your professional journey? Where are you […]

A conversation with Steffen Lehmann, Architect and Urbanist, working on the fragile ecological system of our cities for over 30 years.

Founding Partner and CEO at si_architecture + urban design, Steffen Lehmann has been working across the globe from Tokyo, and London to Las Vegas. Over the last 30 years, Steffen has been rethinking our “cities’ urbanism” to be more energy-efficient and sustainable, with an interdisciplinary, inclusive, and collaborative approach. We seat with Steffen to look […]

The Annual 2021 catalog is now available to purchase on Amazon!

The BLT Built Design Awards catalog showcases the best of 2021 Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Product and Project Management. The brochure features exclusive interviews of Saartje van der Made, Partner at Benthem Crouwel Architects and winner of the “Architectural Design of the Year“; Robert Yuen, founder of Monograph a practice operations platform, winner of the […]

The 2022 BLT Built Design Awards is now accepting entries! We are looking for the most forward-thinking Projects & Designs.

BLT Built Design Awards is a global reference in the construction industry, representing the best of Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Product Design and Project Management. Zurich, Switzerland – The 2022 BLT Built Design Awards is now accepting entries into its four major categories, from architectural design, interior design, construction products design and project management. It […]

Winner of the Project Management of the Year 2021, Robert Yuen shared with us the success story of Monograph software launched in 2019.

Founded in 2019 by three architectural designers, Monograph is a practice operations platform transforming the way AEC professionals oversee projects, timesheets, and forecasts in one, integrated and simple interface. Winner of the BLT Awards 2021 – Project Management of the Year, we seated with Robert Yuen while he shared with us the success story of […]

Partner at Benthem Crouwel Architects, Saartje van der Made won the “Architectural Design of the Year 2021” with the Dutch Charity Lotteries office building project.

Meeting with Saartje van der Made, the project architect of the new “Dutch Charity Lotteries office building” and partner at Benthem Crouwel Architects. Saartje is sharing how involving the employees in the design of the interior has brought dynamism and made the building feels like a home.  Could you tell us a little about your […]

A conversation with Marie Crabié, Journalist at Tema.archi and Jury member is talking about the sustainable revolution in the construction industry.

Journalist specialized in architecture; Marie Crabié is working for the webzine tema.archi. Launched in 2017, Term.archi is an online magazine promoting Architecture and Urban landscape. Marie is sharing with us, her interest in architecture and the importance of involving professionals and design enthusiasts to build the city of the future. Can you tell us a […]

A conversation with Kamille Glenn, founder of dsgnrswrkshp studio in NYC to promote Black business and entrepreneurship within design.

Kamille Glenn is a multidisciplinary designer born and raised in Brooklyn, NY by way of the West Indies. Her design focuses comprise interior, architecture & furniture design although her passion for the built environment spans across all maker disciplines. Though passionate about design, she noticed the lack of representation early on in her career. As […]

A conversation with Zhike Wang & Xiaoshui Li, winners of the “Interior design of the year 2021” Awards.

Zhike Wang & Xiaoshui Li, designers of FOSHAN TOP WAY DESIGN have recently won the “Interior design of the year 2021” of the first edition of the BLT Built Design Awards with their exhibition design. We had the chance to seat with them, learning more about the creative process of their design called “Naturalism Creates […]

BLT Built Design Awards is joining the 3C Awards Group, a swiss-based organization curating, recognizing and supporting talented designers.

3c Awards will be a leading organization curating, recognizing and supporting talented designers through awards, press, media exposure, events, and exhibitions organization. The company’s key mission is to promote design through awarding great designs, exhibiting, developing designers and artist communities, providing networking opportunities, and advancing the appreciation of excellence in design through education, outreach, and […]

The program is becoming a global reference in the construction industry!

The Winners of the 1st Edition of the BLT Built Design Awards have been revealed! The program is becoming a global reference in the construction industry, representing the best of 2021 Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Product Design and Project Management. Los Angeles, CA – The renowned Farmani Group, along with 3C Awards, is pleased to […]

The Winners of the 1st Edition of the BLT Built Design Awards have been revealed!

On Saturday 13th of November, Mr Hossein Farmani, Founder of Farmani Group and Ms Astrid Hebert, Program Director have announced the winners: Benthem Crouwel Architects with The Dutch Charity Lotteries office won the “Architectural Design of the Year”, Foshan Topway Design with the exhibition “Naturalism creates a magic wonderland”  was awarded ” Interior Design of […]

Leni Popovici, co-founder of KAP Studios works to find the balance between form and artistry, buildability and efficiency!

Leni Popovici’s career started at Zaha Hadid Architects where she worked on a variety of projects at a range of scales, from large governmental buildings to furniture design, and was part of the team that delivered the Serpentine Sackler Magazine restaurant. Following her graduation from the Architectural Association as a recipient of the Henry Florence […]

“I’m a creative with an interest in all human experiences that elevate the soul”, meet Waad El Hadidy, Design Director at SH Hotels & Resorts.

Waad El Hadidy is an interior designer with an anthropologist’s mind. She started her design career at Starwood Capital/SH Hotels in 2012 at the launch of three luxury and lifestyle brands, 1 Hotels, Baccarat Hotels and Resorts, and Treehouse. While continuing to support SH,  She established The Medusan in 2020 to create meaningful spaces and […]

Design Director for LWK + PARTNERS, Kourosh Salehi is working on Large-Scales development in the Middle East.

Kourosh Salehi is the Design Director for LWK + PARTNERS. He is a British Architect, Urbanist, and educator with over 25 years of international experience. He has designed and successfully delivered a range of award-winning multidisciplinary signature projects in the UK, Asia and the Middle East. Kourosh has established a comprehensive portfolio of constructed and […]

A conversation with Penny Craswell, a Design writer, curator, and teacher of design history and theory.

Penny Craswell is a widely published writer, curator, and teacher of design history and theory at the University of New South Wales, formerly a creative strategy associate at the Australian Design Centre and communications professional at Woods Bagot and Bijl Architecture. She has also served as editor of Artichoke magazine, deputy editor of Indesign magazine, and […]

Meet Liss C. Werner, Professor of Bio-inspired Architecture and Sensoric at Technische Universität Berlin and Founding Director of Tactile Architecture.

Liss C. Werner is Professor of ‘Bio-Inspired Architecture and Sensoric, CyPhyLab at the Institute of Architecture, TU Berlin. She is a registered architect and the founding director of Tactile Architecture. She practiced in the UK, Russia, and Germany. Liss research focuses on cybernetics in the discourse of computational architecture as a discipline of socio-ecological systems between […]

A conversation with Phill Mashabane, the Principal and Owner of Mashabane Rose and Associates based in South Africa.

With over 30 years in the industry and many awards under his belt, Phill Mashabane has acquired expertise in the fields of Master planning; Urban Design and Development Planning; Architecture;  Museum design; Storyline Development and Exhibit Design; Interior Architecture; and Heritage and  Conservation. Phill Mashabane shares with us his personal journey from growing up in […]

Meeting with Helle Juul, Founding Partner of Juul | Frost Architects and Vice President for the International Urban Development Association.

Helle Juul is an Architect, Ph.D and Founding Partner of Juul | Frost Architects, a consulting firm for many of the largest educational institutions and Scandinavian cities in the fields of strategic urban development, urban spaces, and campus development. Helle has more than 35 years of experience from her practice and as a research and […]

Meeting with Heath Gledhill, Architecture & Design Integration Practice Leader at Aurecon in Australia.

Heath Gledhill is qualified in both design, management, and business as well as having a keen interest in Architecture, Urban Design, and Landscape Architecture. His passion for best practice project management combined with excellence in design and delivery, lead him to a Design Integration Practice Leader at Aurecon in Australia. Heath is part of the […]

Senior Vice President and Design Director at EXP Architects + Engineers in Chicago, Thomas Hoepf shares his guiding design principles.

Thomas Hoepf, FAIA, is the Senior Vice President and Design Director at EXP Architects + Engineers in Chicago. His experience includes projects of ranging types and scales for public and private clients. With nationally recognized design expertise Tom’s projects have won numerous design awards, including 35 National, Regional, and Local AIA Design Excellence Awards, and […]

Meet Geoff Wilkinson, the Managing Director of Wilkinson Construction Consultants and Jury of the BLT Awards 2021.

Geoff Wilkinson is a renowned Building Inspector with over 35 years of experience in the Construction Industry. He has worked in both Public and Private practice, across almost every sector and his company currently deals with over 600 projects a year. He has served on many industry working groups in the development of UK Standards […]

A conversation with Dr. Anna Grichting Solder, a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Vermont, USA and a specialist of sustainable Urbanism.

Anna Grichting is an architect, urbanist, and musician at Bordermeetings Switzerland and graduated with a Doctor of Design in Urbanism from Harvard University. She is a specialist in sustainable Urbanism and border landscapes. Anna is sharing the professional journey that brought her around the world and her passion for music. Could you tell us a […]

Meeting with Angelo Bucci, the Head of Interior Design Department of the Università Europea del Design – Pescara.

Angelo Bucci founded in 2000 the “deZign Studio”, working in Interior Design, Product Design, Advanced Design, with the aim to mend the tear between companies and designers produced in the last years. Since 2009, He is Head of the Interior Design Department and teacher at UED-Università Europea del Design of Pescara, Angelo is sharing with […]

A talk with Kavitha Iyer, the Head of Design for the Intercontinental Hotel Group – Americas and Jury member of BLT Design Awards.

Kavitha Iyer is a licensed Architect and Designer with 21 years of experience in Hospitality, and a passion for Art and Travel. In her current role as Head of Design for Intercontinental Hotels Group, she leads Brand Design for the Americas, with a focus on defining inspiring design experiences for each brand. She is sharing […]

Meet Claude Paquin, Publisher of the Architecture Magazine FORMES and Jury member of BLT Design Awards.

Claude Paquin is a recognized publisher profoundly concerned by our living environments. He’s working in the media industry for almost 35 years as a journalist, researcher, publisher, and editor. He launched FORMES in 2004, a publication that proposes unrivaled content in a diversity of formats, across multiple platforms. Claude shares about his professional journey and contribution […]

A conversation with Lynn Wang and Jason Wang from the Asia Pacific Design Center and Jury members of BLT Design Awards.

Based in Shanghai, Lynn Wang and Jason Wang share how the Asia Pacific Design Center helps Architects and Interior designers promoting their work on the global stage. They are also launching the Guangdong Exhibition & Exchange Center this year… a very exciting project ahead. Could you tell us a little about yourself?  Where are you […]

A conversation with Murat Soygenis, founding partner of S+ ARCHITECTURE and Jury member of BLT Awards.

Murat Soygenis an internationally recognized architect and professor is a founding partner at S+ ARCHITECTURE. He received his architectural education in Istanbul and at the University at Buffalo. He has served as the Dean of the School of Architecture (YTU) and received awards for his contributions to the profession. He is sharing with us, his […]

A conversation with Sara Jazayeri, Principal at Studio 360 Architecture and Interior Design.

Sara Jazayeri earned her Master’s degree in Architecture from L’Ecole Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Paris La Villette in Paris, France before starting Studio 360, an architecture and interior design firm based in New York City. Sara Jazayeri is also the Bronx chapter President of the American Institute of Architects, the first woman to hold the […]

The Future of Project Management in a Post Pandemic Era

“COVID-19 was a wake-up call”, a sentiment shared by a lot of people in the construction industry where the current pandemic has halted or slowed down the progress of a lot of construction projects across the globe. Lockdowns and restrictions continue to bring large losses to the varying sectors and economic and policy uncertainties. In […]

From Architect to Project Manager, is about bringing considerable value.

Architects make good project managers, where they can bring considerable value to projects with their wide-range of skillset and extensive experience in overseeing projects. As natural strategic problem-solvers, architects who are genuinely passionate about project management will sensibly want to go to the next level of managing large projects. Transitioning to a project management career […]

Time to join the BLT Built Design Awards!

The BLT Built Design Awards is one of the most comprehensive Annual Award dedicated to Architecture and Construction. BLT Built Design Awards has 4 programs Architecture – Interior Design – Construction Product – Project Management that allows every successful company located anywhere in the world, to enter great projects to this prestigious award. Becoming a  […]

BLT Built Design Awards unveiled the “Certificate of Achievement” design.

Give your project the recognition it deserved, BLT Built Design Awards is pleased to present the official “Certificate of Achievement” given to Winners and Honorable Mention. BLT Built Design Awards gives 6 winning titles/Trophies per year to Professionals and Students: Architectural Design of the Year: Professional Emerging Architect of the Year: Student Interior Design of […]

Farmani Group Announces the launch of BLT Built Design Awards.

BLT Built Design Awards is designed to recognize outstanding projects in architecture, interior design, construction, and project management. Los Angeles, CA – Renowned Farmani Group is pleased to announce the official launch of its highly anticipated BLT Built Design Awards. Farmani Group is a leading organization that curates and promotes photography, design, and architecture.  Since […]
Kirill Sharkovski

Key Integrations for Mixed-Use Building

People define spaces as evident on how mixed-use buildings came about and are now eyed by investors and developers as the future of property development. Millennials are at the core of this campaign, and as it addresses the burgeoning urban population, mixed-use buildings are becoming a mainstream solution. From Skylab Architecture’s Sideyard Mixed-Use Building in […]

5 Basic Principles of Interior Design

The fundamentals of interior design will never change as they are what brings the elements together into a cohesive, definable, and aesthetically pleasing visual medium. Some people do have that innate talent of transforming a room into a jaw-dropping interior space. Bringing in mixes and matches of great finds from thrift stores and even from […]

Design is key for short-term rental properties.

Designing your rental property is more than just bean bags and wallpapers, you’ll need to pull together all the elements to work harmoniously into your living space. Creating a cohesive design should not only be aesthetically pleasing but even more so, offers a comfortable, functional, and unforgettable experience for your clients. Importance of Design  Great […]

Farmani Group launches BLT Built Design Awards

Farmani Group assembled BLT Buil Design Awards as one of the most comprehensive Award programs in the Architecture and Building fields regrouping: Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Product and Project Management. BLT Built Design Awards is the sibling Award of International Design Awards (IDA), DNA Paris, Architecture MasterPrize all focusing on Architecture and Interior Design. The […]

The Importance of External Lighting for Heritage Building

Lighting, in general, has a profound effect in spaces, invoking emotions to its spectators and helping architecture and interior design achieve its true purpose. For the external lighting of heritage buildings, illumination aims for a lasting impression from its viewers. In night illumination as well as daylight, lighting highlights the architectural aspects of the structure, […]

The Key Elements in Sustainable Housing

Building a home with sustainability in mind offers an array of benefits that primarily covers environmental responsibility and our overall wellness. Firstly, what is a sustainable building? According to a HAC (Housing Assistance Council) Report by Mark Kudlowitz, creating a sustainable building is a process wherein houses, buildings, and auxiliary infrastructures are built to reduce […]

The rise of Co-Living – a success

Convenient, flexible, and allowing you to have your own social circle, co-living might the best option! With features that are not found from any other living space concept, co-living apartments have gained much attraction to entrepreneurs and developers. Newly-built co-living apartments are now springing up in cities across the globe where innovative and smart features […]
Max van den Oetelaar

Architecture and Social Interactions

An architect’s craft is more than just creating built environments, instead, these built spaces of interaction are venues for communication and inception of new ideas.  Architecture has a great impact on how its occupants live and think. At the same time, a designed space affects its surroundings and the whole community as well. Public spaces, […]

The Benefits of Natural Light in a closed Space.

The interplay of natural lights in an interior space creates mood, enhances materials, and energizes a place. It is indeed a design element like no other. Indoor places with beautiful plays of light create an alluring ambiance and ensues a lively feeling to its occupants. This correlation of positivity and natural light has been a […]