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RIBA International Prize 2016

UTEC - photograph by Iwan Baan

RIBA International Prize 2016

Awarded to the most transformative building which demonstrates visionary, innovative thinking, excellence of execution, and makes a distinct contribution to its users and physical context.

RIBA International Prize 2016 winner: UTEC - Universidad de Ingeniería y Technología Lima, Peru

The Universidad de Ingeniería y Tecnología (UTEC) in Lima, designed by Grafton Architects, has won the first ever RIBA International Award. Setting a new global standard for architectural achievement, the Royal Institute of British Architects’ prize has been judged by a grand jury chaired by world-renowned architect, Richard Rogers.

The RIBA International Award is awarded every two years to a building that exemplifies design excellence and architectural ambition and delivers meaningful social impact. It is one of the world’s most rigorously judged architecture awards, with every shortlisted building visited by a group of international experts. Awarded by the Grand Jury to the building considered to be the most significant and inspirational globally of the year.

RIBA International Award 2016 shortlist

The RIBA International Prize 2016 Grand Jury

  • Chair: Richard Rogers, Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners
  • Billie Tsien, Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects | Partners
  • Kunlé Adeyemi, NLÉ
  • Marilyn Jordan Taylor, Former Dean & Paley Professor, UPENN
  • Philip Gumuchdjian, Gumuchdjian Architects
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