Architect of the Year Awards 2025 | Congratulations to all our Winners.
Following the tremendous success of the Architect of the Year Awards 2025, we extend our sincere gratitude to the world’s leading architecture firms who participated in and elevated this year’s awards.
We also offer our heartfelt congratulations and thanks to all participants for sharing their exceptional projects. The remarkable level of talent, innovation, and creativity showcased was truly inspiring.
A special congratulations to our 2025 Winners from around the globe. Your visionary work continues to set new benchmarks for excellence and leadership in the field of architecture.
2025 Winners from Around the Globe: Kris Lin International Design, Shanghai PTArchitects, OKUMURA CORPORATION + MR STUDIO Co.,Ltd., SHANGHAI ZF ARCHITECTS, a-fact architecture factory, Ideorealm Design, ALT Design and Construction, and W. W. Designs, Inc.
Nengchuang Xingchenhui | Shanghai Zhongfang Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
Firm
Shanghai Zhongfang Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
Architect
SHANGHAI ZF ARCHITECTS
Project Name
Nengchuang Xingchenhui
Project Category
Mixed-Use Built
Founded in 1979, SHANGHAI ZF ARCHITECTS has a history of 45 years. It is an influential class-A comprehensive design company in Shanghai architecture industry. We provide design services and technical support for the whole process of project planning, planning, architecture, interior, landscape and civil air defense. The company adopts the joint-stock operation mode which is held by the main management and technical backbone, and relies on the cooperation of nearly 400 professionals from various disciplines. Adhering to the design concept of full control of high-quality architecture, the company is committed to creating original works full of architectural ideals and professionalism. In recent years, it has won more than 300 awards in many fields at home and abroad, and provides quality design services for the TOP100 real estate enterprises in China. Attaches great importance to the technological progress and specialized leading, Shanghai earlier BIM team design company, is a center of Shanghai residential development prefabricated architectural design of the backbone units. At present, ZF Architecture is committed to urban renewal, TOD, rental housing, future community and other emerging fields of exploration and research. Zhongfang construction has completed more than 20 kinds of patented technologies, and has been recognized as a high-tech enterprise.
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DAISHINKU CORP. HEADQUARTERS AND PLANT | OKUMURA CORPORATION + MR STUDIO Co.,Ltd.
Firm
OKUMURA CORPORATION + MR STUDIO Co.,Ltd.
Architect
Tomoatsu Kusada + Nobuaki Miyashita
Project Name
DAISHINKU CORP. HEADQUARTERS AND PLANT
Project Category
Corporate Design Built
OKUMURA CORPORATION, founded in 1907, is a mid-sized general contractor in Japan with expertise in civil engineering and building construction. Upholding the values of “reliable management” and “sincere construction,” the company has contributed to society through high-quality infrastructure. It has developed technologies such as seismic isolation systems and the OCMS shield tunneling method, and has recently expanded into renewable energy and aquaculture, reflecting its growing focus on sustainability.
MR STUDIO Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based architectural firm established in 2017. The firm focuses on unveiling each project’s latent identity through concept-driven, innovative design across various typologies, including residential, office, hotel, and cultural facilities. By interpreting the site’s context with precision, MR STUDIO creates unique, place-specific architecture. Its holistic approach integrates signage, lighting, landscape, and product design, enriching spatial experiences.
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Jinmao Palace | Shanghai PTArchitects
Firm
Shanghai PTArchitects
Architect
Hu Qiao, Cheng Biao
Project Name
Jinmao Palace
Project Category
Architect of the Year
Shanghai PTArchitects: Founded in 2003, Shanghai PTArchitects strives to provide our clients with comprehensive and creative design solutions with the philosophy of “design for people, architecture for life” and the logic of exploring local culture, natural environment and the spirit of the time, creating spaces where the inhabitants live in harmony with the architecture. With more than a decade of growth, Shanghai PTArchitects has set up 10 offices in mainland China. The team consists of hundreds of architects and designers. Its practice includes the development of housing industry, commercial hotels, urban renewal, industrial planning, landscape and interior design and other fields.
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Jozankei House | ALT Design and Construction
Firm
ALT Design and Construction
Architect
Vincent McIlduff
Project Name
Jozankei House
Project Category
Architect of the Year
ALT Design & Construction, founded in 2014 in Hong Kong, is a premier architecture and construction firm specializing in luxury lifestyle properties across Asia. The studio focuses on high-end beachfront villas, ski resorts, hotels, retail spaces, and commercial projects. Led by founder Vincent McIlduff, the firm is renowned for its bespoke designs, meticulous craftsmanship, and innovative approaches. With a portfolio spanning from Indonesia to Japan, ALT combines Asian craftsmanship with international design standards. Committed to delivering excellence, the studio has successfully completed over 60 bespoke villas and large-scale developments, establishing itself as a leader in luxury architectural and construction services throughout the region.
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Open Mind Coffee | Kris Lin International Design
Firm
Kris Lin International Design
Designer
Kris Lin
Project Name
Open Mind Coffee
Project Category
Commercial Interior Built
Kris Lin International Design has been rooted in Shanghai for 23 years, serving China’s top 100 real estate developers and Southeast Asian projects. Specializing in integrated architectural, interior, soft decoration, and landscape design, KLID adheres to the philosophy of “Innovation through expertise, vision with depth.” Led by Kris Lin and Director Yang Jiayu, the firm has created numerous iconic projects, upholding originality and pursuing excellence.
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Podgorica Museum District | a-fact architecture factory
Firm
a-fact architecture factory
Architect
Giovanni Sanna
Project Name
Podgorica Museum District
Project Category
Cultural Concept
A-FACT, founded in 2022 by Andrea Rossi, Giovanni Sanna and Pierluigi Turco, is a multidisciplinary practice based in Milan and London. We are architects, thinkers, engineers and designers committed to shaping resilient ecosystems where people can live, work and thrive. Our approach, rooted in factual sustainability, transforms contextual data into integrated architectural strategies while embracing complexity and avoiding oversimplification. Through collaboration with specialists across disciplines, we address environmental, economic and social challenges with adaptive, sustainable design. This responsibility to imagine flexible cities, buildings and spaces defines what we call the A Factor.
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Kyoei Steel Yamaguchi Division New Office Building | OKUMURA CORPORATION+MR STUDIO Co.,Ltd.
Firm
OKUMURA CORPORATION + MR STUDIO Co.,Ltd.
Architect
Masahiko Tokunaga + Nobuaki Miyashita
Project Name
Kyoei Steel Yamaguchi Division New Office Building
Project Category
Design of the Year
OKUMURA CORPORATION, founded in 1907, is a mid-sized general contractor in Japan with expertise in civil engineering and building construction. Upholding the values of “reliable management” and “sincere construction,” the company has contributed to society through high-quality infrastructure. It has developed technologies such as seismic isolation systems and the OCMS shield tunneling method, and has recently expanded into renewable energy and aquaculture, reflecting its growing focus on sustainability.
MR STUDIO Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based architectural firm established in 2017. The firm focuses on unveiling each project’s latent identity through concept-driven, innovative design across various typologies, including residential, office, hotel, and cultural facilities. By interpreting the site’s context with precision, MR STUDIO creates unique, place-specific architecture. Its holistic approach integrates signage, lighting, landscape, and product design, enriching spatial experiences.
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Snow Park | Kris Lin International Design
Firm
Kris Lin International Design
Designer
Kris Lin
Project Name
Snow Park
Project Category
Designer of the Year
Kris Lin International Design has been rooted in Shanghai for 23 years, serving China’s top 100 real estate developers and Southeast Asian projects. Specializing in integrated architectural, interior, soft decoration, and landscape design, KLID adheres to the philosophy of “Innovation through expertise, vision with depth.” Led by Kris Lin and Director Yang Jiayu, the firm has created numerous iconic projects, upholding originality and pursuing excellence.
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Jin Mao Jing Tang | Shanghai PTArchitects
Firm
Shanghai PTArchitects
Architect
Hu Qiao, Cheng Biao, Fu Yuelin, Wang Xingming
Project Name
Jin Mao Jing Tang
Project Category
Mixed-Use Built
Shanghai PTArchitects: Founded in 2003, Shanghai PTArchitects strives to provide our clients with comprehensive and creative design solutions with the philosophy of “design for people, architecture for life” and the logic of exploring local culture, natural environment and the spirit of the time, creating spaces where the inhabitants live in harmony with the architecture. With more than a decade of growth, Shanghai PTArchitects has set up 10 offices in mainland China. The team consists of hundreds of architects and designers. Its practice includes the development of housing industry, commercial hotels, urban renewal, industrial planning, landscape and interior design and other fields.
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Unbounded | Kris Lin International Design
Firm
Kris Lin International Design
Designer
Kris Lin
Project Name
Unbounded
Project Category
Office Building Interior Built
Kris Lin International Design has been rooted in Shanghai for 23 years, serving China’s top 100 real estate developers and Southeast Asian projects. Specializing in integrated architectural, interior, soft decoration, and landscape design, KLID adheres to the philosophy of “Innovation through expertise, vision with depth.” Led by Kris Lin and Director Yang Jiayu, the firm has created numerous iconic projects, upholding originality and pursuing excellence.
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Crosslight Wedding Hall | Ideorealm Design
Firm
Ideorealm Design
Architect
CHEN Zhaopei
Project Name
Crosslight Wedding Hall
Project Category
Architect of the Year
Ideorealm Design, founded in 2015 by young interior architects Zhaopei Chen and Maowu He, upholds the design philosophy of “Inheritance, Integration, Symbiosis, Innovation”. Advocating that “Good design allows for diverse lifestyles to take place”, it constantly striving to create spatial possibilities and engage in dialogue with users to achieve harmony. Dedicated to both internal and external exploration, it re-examines the essence of things, endowing spaces with new spirit and meaning. With a unique understanding and definition of contemporary business models and lifestyles, Ideorealm Design offers innovative solutions for new retail businesses, private residences, and office environments, catering to forward-thinking clients.
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Sky Spa | Kris Lin International Design
Firm
Kris Lin International Design
Designer
Kris Lin
Project Name
Sky Spa
Project Category
Healthcare Interior Built
Kris Lin International Design has been rooted in Shanghai for 23 years, serving China’s top 100 real estate developers and Southeast Asian projects. Specializing in integrated architectural, interior, soft decoration, and landscape design, KLID adheres to the philosophy of “Innovation through expertise, vision with depth.” Led by Kris Lin and Director Yang Jiayu, the firm has created numerous iconic projects, upholding originality and pursuing excellence.
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Xichen Shangyuan | Shanghai Zhongfang Architectural Design Co., Ltd. | Architect of the Year Awards 2025
Firm
Shanghai Zhongfang Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
Architect
SHANGHAI ZF ARCHITECTS
Project Name
Xichen Shangyuan
Project Category
Residential Built
Founded in 1979, SHANGHAI ZF ARCHITECTS has a history of 45 years. It is an influential class-A comprehensive design company in Shanghai architecture industry. We provide design services and technical support for the whole process of project planning, planning, architecture, interior, landscape and civil air defense. The company adopts the joint-stock operation mode which is held by the main management and technical backbone, and relies on the cooperation of nearly 400 professionals from various disciplines. Adhering to the design concept of full control of high-quality architecture, the company is committed to creating original works full of architectural ideals and professionalism. In recent years, it has won more than 300 awards in many fields at home and abroad, and provides quality design services for the TOP100 real estate enterprises in China. Attaches great importance to the technological progress and specialized leading, Shanghai earlier BIM team design company, is a center of Shanghai residential development prefabricated architectural design of the backbone units. At present, ZF Architecture is committed to urban renewal, TOD, rental housing, future community and other emerging fields of exploration and research. Zhongfang construction has completed more than 20 kinds of patented technologies, and has been recognized as a high-tech enterprise.
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Timeles Elegance | Kris Lin International Design
Firm
Kris Lin International Design
Designer
Kris Lin
Project Name
Timeles Elegance
Project Category
Hospitality Interior Built
Kris Lin International Design has been rooted in Shanghai for 23 years, serving China’s top 100 real estate developers and Southeast Asian projects. Specializing in integrated architectural, interior, soft decoration, and landscape design, KLID adheres to the philosophy of “Innovation through expertise, vision with depth.” Led by Kris Lin and Director Yang Jiayu, the firm has created numerous iconic projects, upholding originality and pursuing excellence.
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Shanghai Yangpu Riverside One | Shanghai Zhongfang Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
Firm
Shanghai Zhongfang Architectural Design Co., Ltd.
Architect
SHANGHAI ZF ARCHITECTS
Project Name
Shanghai Yangpu Riverside One
Project Category
Residential Built
Founded in 1979, SHANGHAI ZF ARCHITECTS has a history of 45 years. It is an influential class-A comprehensive design company in Shanghai architecture industry. We provide design services and technical support for the whole process of project planning, planning, architecture, interior, landscape and civil air defense. The company adopts the joint-stock operation mode which is held by the main management and technical backbone, and relies on the cooperation of nearly 400 professionals from various disciplines. Adhering to the design concept of full control of high-quality architecture, the company is committed to creating original works full of architectural ideals and professionalism. In recent years, it has won more than 300 awards in many fields at home and abroad, and provides quality design services for the TOP100 real estate enterprises in China. Attaches great importance to the technological progress and specialized leading, Shanghai earlier BIM team design company, is a center of Shanghai residential development prefabricated architectural design of the backbone units. At present, ZF Architecture is committed to urban renewal, TOD, rental housing, future community and other emerging fields of exploration and research. Zhongfang construction has completed more than 20 kinds of patented technologies, and has been recognized as a high-tech enterprise.
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Royal One | Kris Lin International Design
Firm
Kris Lin International Design
Designer
Kris Lin
Project Name
Royal One
Project Category
Private Residential Interior Built
Kris Lin International Design has been rooted in Shanghai for 23 years, serving China’s top 100 real estate developers and Southeast Asian projects. Specializing in integrated architectural, interior, soft decoration, and landscape design, KLID adheres to the philosophy of “Innovation through expertise, vision with depth.” Led by Kris Lin and Director Yang Jiayu, the firm has created numerous iconic projects, upholding originality and pursuing excellence.
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Dreaming in the Lotus Bay | W. W. Designs, Inc.
Firm
W. W. Designs, Inc.
Architect
Wister Wenbing Wu
Project Name
Dreaming in the Lotus Bay
Project Category
Landscape Design Built
W. W. Designs, Inc. was founded in 1998 by Mr. Wister Wu in Norman, Oklahoma, USA. The firm specializes in conceptual and schematic design for planning, architecture, interiors, and landscape projects. Mr. Wu has led numerous residential, commercial, educational, and sports projects, earning multiple design excellence awards. In just over a year, he has been honored with the Global Human Settlements Award on Planning and Design from GFHS, the MUSE Design Awards Gold, the London Design Awards Gold, the France Design Awards Silver, and was a finalist for the UK FX International Interior Design Awards.
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