RA Architecture Awards
RA Architecture Awards
Launched in our 250th year, The Royal Academy Architecture Prize and The Royal Academy Dorfman Award, celebrate under-recognised contributions to design and uncover fresh new talent. Both prizes showcase the RA’s commitment to the future of architecture and design.
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The Royal Academy Architecture Prize
The Royal Academy Architecture Prize is awarded to an architect or individual who has been instrumental in shaping the discussion, collection or production of architecture in the broadest sense. The award recognises creativity and vision, and can go to an individual, duo, or group.
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2018 winner: Itsuko Hasegawa
Last year’s winner, Itsuko Hasegawa, was described by the jury as “one of Japan’s most important architects.” She received the inaugural prize for her inspiring and enduring contribution to the culture of architecture.
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The work of Itsuko Hasegawa, winner of the 2018 Royal Academy Architecture Prize
![Suzu Performing Arts Centre, Ishikawa, Japan, 2006]()
Suzu Performing Arts Centre, Ishikawa, Japan, 2006
![Niigata Performing Arts Center, Niigata, Japan, 1998]()
Niigata Performing Arts Center, Niigata, Japan, 1998
![Niigata Performing Arts Center, Niigata, Japan, 1998]()
Niigata Performing Arts Center, Niigata, Japan, 1998
![Yamanashi Fruits Museum, Yamanashi, Japan, 1995]()
Yamanashi Fruits Museum, Yamanashi, Japan, 1995
![Yamanashi Fruits Museum, Yamanashi, Japan, 1995]()
Yamanashi Fruits Museum, Yamanashi, Japan, 1995
![Sumida Culture Factory, Tokyo, Japan, 1994]()
Sumida Culture Factory, Tokyo, Japan, 1994
![Shonandai Cultural Centre, Kanagawa, Japan, 1990]()
Shonandai Cultural Centre, Kanagawa, Japan, 1990
![Shonandai Cultural Centre, Kanagawa, Japan, 1990]()
Shonandai Cultural Centre, Kanagawa, Japan, 1990
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The Royal Academy Dorfman Award
The Royal Academy Dorfman Award champions new talent in architecture. It is awarded to an architect, practice or collective who are reimagining the future of architecture and taking into consideration geographical and socio-political challenges. The four finalists present their work to the jury and the winner is awarded a £10,000 prize.
The winner of the 2019 Royal Academy Dorfman Award will be announced in May.
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2018 winner: Alireza Taghaboni
Alireza Taghaboni, the Iranian architect and founder of nextoffice, received the inaugural Award in 2018 for his contemporary responses to traditional Iranian architecture, which takes into account climatic conditions, the economic, political and socio-cultural context of the country and peculiarities of each project’s site.
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The work of Alireza Taghaboni, winner of the 2018 Royal Academy Dorfman Award
![Guyim Villa, Shiraz, Iran (2017)]()
Guyim Villa, Shiraz, Iran (2017)
![Safadasht Villa, Karaj, Iran (2016)]()
Safadasht Villa, Karaj, Iran (2016)
![Sharifi-ha House, Tehran, Iran (2013)]()
Sharifi-ha House, Tehran, Iran (2013)
![Villa for Younger Brother, Tehran, Iran (2015)]()
Villa for Younger Brother, Tehran, Iran (2015)
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Awards timeline
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Selection
October 2018:
Royal Academicians and international critics, curators, academics and architects nominate the recipients of both the Royal Academy Architecture Prize and the Royal Academy Dorfman Award.
December 2018:
Jury is announced to the press.
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Announcement
January 2019:
The jury meets to decide the winner of the Royal Academy Architecture Prize and the shortlist for the Royal Academy Dorfman Award.
February 2019:
The winner of the Royal Academy Architecture Prize is selected and the shortlist for the Royal Academy Dorfman Award is announced to the press on 8 February.
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Display
May 2019:
Winner of the Royal Academy Architecture Prize 2019 receives their medal.
The Royal Academy Dorfman Awards finalists present their work to the jury, which is followed by the announcement of the winner.
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