LARSEN ARCHITECTURE AWARDS
Innovation. Sustainability. Design.
The 2023 Larsen Architecture awards are back.
And they are bigger than ever.
Larsen Liverpool encourages all designers and architects, including students and professionals, from freelancers to global firms, to share your best work with the architectural community.
This year, our objective is to rethink architecture by recognising trailblazing individuals, disruptive firms, and ground-breaking designs in order to celebrate talent and kickstart conversations about what architecture should look like.
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Innovation. Sustainability. Design.
Rethink architecture with us.
What the winners will receive
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Certificate of Achievement
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Dedicated Award Winner page
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Publication on our winners page
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Promotion across our global social media platforms
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International recognition and status
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Q&As and Interviews published across our digital platforms
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Publication in printed media and books.
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You and your project will be the face of our 2024 awards!
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The winner of each category will also receive a personalised Larsen Liverpool Award Trophy
Awards
All subcategories will see one individual, one firm, or one project awarded each of the following titles:​
This icon can be added to your website or any publications, highlighting your achievement.
2023 Awards Timeline
March
March 2023
Awards Released
September
25th September 2023
Submission deadline
November
18th November 2023
Online award ceremony
Our awards categories
Outstanding Individuals in Architecture Awards
The "Outstanding Individual in Architecture" award category is an opportunity to acknowledge design excellence and contributions of an individual within the architecture industry.
This award category recognises individuals who have demonstrated their exceptional design abilities, leadership skills, and their positive impact on the built environment. If you know of someone who deserves this recognition or if you believe that you yourself have made positive contributions within the field, consider nominating or being nominated for these prestigious awards. Help us celebrate the work of those making a difference in the world of architecture.
🌲 One tree will be planted for every submission.
Fees: Free
Subcategories
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Aspiring Architect of the Year
This award is designed to recognise and encourage not-yet qualified aspiring architects who have shown exceptional promise and potential in the field. It is an opportunity to acknowledge the next generation of architectural talent, and to support their continued growth and development.
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Architect of the Year
This award is given to an architect who has achieved a high level of excellence in their work, and made a lasting impact on the profession. It is a recognition of their skill, creativity, and an acknowledgement of their contribution to the future of architecture.
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Designer of the Year
This award is open to all designers with expertise in the creative fields such as fashion, animation, interiors, landscape design, media, and any other creative background. We are looking for the next big name in design.
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Lifetime Achievement for their Contribution to Architecture
This award is a tribute to an architect who has dedicated their career to advancing the field of architecture. It recognises their lifetime commitment to the profession, and the significant contributions they have made through their work, research, and mentorship.
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Outstanding Leader in Architecture of the Year
This award is designed to honour an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the field of architecture. This could be through their management of projects, their influence in the community, or their ability to inspire and mentor others. They have made a significant impact on the profession and are a role model for others. A true architectural leader.
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Women in Architecture Award
This award celebrates the achievements of inspirational women in the field of architecture. It promotes women who have made significant contributions to the industry, and whose work has helped to promote and advance the role of women in architecture. This category aims to inspire and encourage more women to succeed in architecture and design.
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Pride in Architecture Award
This award is specifically open to individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+ and recognises their excellence and leadership in promoting visibility and acceptance of LGBTQIA+ individuals and communities in architecture and design. The goal of this category is to inspire and encourage more LGBTQIA+ individuals to pursue careers in architecture and design and to create a more inclusive and diverse profession.
Architecture Firm of the Year Awards
The "Architecture Firm of the Year" award category celebrates and acknowledges firms with values and projects that push the boundaries within the world of design and architecture. This award recognises innovation, creativity, sustainability, and the use of cutting-edge technology in design to create exemplary architecture which sets precedent for the future of sustainable development, all while creating a positive working environment and leading the industry in education and development of its younger members.
Nominate your firm and help us recognise the pioneers within the architecture industry.
🌲 One tree will be planted for every submission.
Early Bird Fees (until 30th June):
- Large Firm of the Year: £99
- Medium Firm of the Year: £199
- Small Firm of the Year: £249
Standard Fees (1 July - Deadline):
- Large Firm of the Year: £149
- Medium Firm of the Year: £249
- Small Firm of the Year: £349
Subcategories
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Large Architecture Firm of the Year
Architecture, and architecture-related firms with 50+ staff may submit a nomination to this category.
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Medium Architecture Firm of the Year
Architecture, and architecture-related firms with between 10-49 staff may submit a nomination to this category.
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Small Architecture Firm of the Year
Architecture, and architecture-related firms with between 2-9 staff may submit a nomination to this category.
Innovation in Architecture Project Awards
The "Innovation in Architecture" award category recognises outstanding projects in the industry; those who push the boundaries of design, construction, materiality, sustainability and technology in architecture.
Nominate your work or the work of others that you believe demonstrate excellence in their ideas, methods and designs that are shaping the future of the built environment.
🌲 One tree will be planted for every submission.
Early Bird Fees (until 30th June):
- Student Projects: £79
- All Other Projects: £119
Standard Fees (1 July - Deadline):
- Student Projects: £119
- All Other Projects: £189
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Pioneering Sustainability Project of the Year
This award recognises a project that pushes the boundaries in terms of its environmental and sustainability initiatives. It acknowledges a project that not only meets but exceeds industry standards in terms of reducing its environmental footprint, promoting new sustainable technologies, energy and power efficiency, and preservation of natural resources.
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Most Innovative Project of the Year
This award acknowledges a project that stands out for its creativity, originality, and unique approach to design. It recognises a project that challenges conventions and pushes the boundaries of design, construction, and functionality while demonstrating its ability to meet the brief and create a functional space for its occupiers.
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Most Innovative Student Project of the Year
This award acknowledges a project by any student that stands out for its creativity, originality, and unique approach. It recognises a project that challenges conventions and pushes the boundaries of design, construction, and functionality.
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Architectural Visuals of the Year
This award recognises the best architectural renderings, images, animations and virtual reality media in the industry. It acknowledges the visual storytelling that can be achieved through architectural visualisation and the beneficial impact it can have on the design process.
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Completed Project of the Year
This award recognises a completed project that stands out for its design, construction, functionality, and impact on the community. It acknowledges the efforts of the design and construction teams and the final outcome of the project to deliver a high level of quality and detail.
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Individual Portfolio of the Year
This award recognises the best portfolio by an individual student, architect or designer. It acknowledges the individual's ability to showcase their work, design philosophy and their contribution to the field.
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Cultural Heritage Project of the Year
The Cultural Heritage Award recognises the efforts made by individuals and teams to acknowledge, appreciate, and significantly preserve cultural heritage through their work. By awarding those who strive to preserve cultural heritage, this award helps to raise awareness of the importance of architectural conservation and the role it plays in shaping our cultural identity and creating a diverse urban fabric.
Sponsor the 2023 Architecture Awards
The 2023 Architecture Awards is an event that recognises and celebrates excellence in design and innovation in the architecture industry.
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Join us as a sponsor for the 2023 Architecture Awards and showcase your commitment to excellence in design. Be recognised among industry leaders and gain exposure to top architects and design professionals.
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Be a part of this prestigious event and support the future of architecture. Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels, including headline sponsors, category sponsor, and subcategory sponsor. Please contact us for more information.
