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TECTURE AWARD 2025: Celebrating Architectural Excellence

In a thrilling culmination of creativity and craftsmanship, TECTURE Inc., led by CEO Shuhei Yamane, announced the winners of the TECTURE AWARD 2025, a prominent award recognizing excellence in architectural and interior design. With an unprecedented 1,033 entries, this year’s competition showcased the vibrant talent within the space design community, culminating in a celebratory awards ceremony held on March 31, 2026, in Tokyo.

Open and Inclusive Selection Process

The TECTURE AWARD stands out as an open space design award where decisions are made not just by professionals but also based on public feedback. This year saw participation from a wide demographic, reflecting the award’s mission of combining expert insights with community perspectives. The involved process began with a curated longlist selected by an esteemed panel of ambassadors from various fields of architecture and design. Following this, a public voting round allowed everyday individuals to engage and voice their preferences, ultimately yielding an impressive tally of 16,506 votes from 9,681 participants throughout the voting period.

Award Winners and Highlights

The pinnacle of this prestigious event was the Grand Prix winner, Amami Island House, designed by Sakai Architectural Office. This remarkable project exemplifies innovative design and sensibility, making it a deserving recipient of the top honor.

Best Projects by Category

Architecture Division

• - Gold: Hōonji Funeral Hall by Sakai Architectural Office
• - Silver: Green House by Aoki Studio
• - Bronze: MIRU AMAMI by ADX

Interior Division

• - Gold: KURUTO by Kuruto Inc.
• - Silver: DAIKI by shirotokuro
• - Bronze: Red Earth Clinic by AAAA

In addition to these awards, special honors were bestowed as well, including the TECH Award to The Warp by Mitsubishi Jisho Design, and the SUSTAINABLE Award also going to Hōonji Funeral Hall, underscoring the theme of contemporary sustainability in design. The U-35 Award was presented to ki-ten, a project that vividly illustrates the integration of public space within the urban environment.

A Celebration of Networking and Recognition

The awards ceremony not only recognized the achievements of the finalists but also fostered networking opportunities among industry professionals, participants, and sponsors. The event was characterized by an atmosphere of camaraderie as ambassadors directly engaged with winners, sharing insights and appreciations for the innovative projects they presented. This sense of community was further enriched during the reception that followed the award presentations, allowing for connections beyond professional boundaries.

Looking Ahead: TECTURE AWARD 2026

Reflecting on this year’s success, Shuhei Yamane expressed gratitude for the overwhelming participation and encouraged continuous engagement from the public and design professionals alike. He emphasized the importance of promoting architectural and interior projects to a wider audience, solidifying the TECTURE AWARD as a pivotal platform for emerging and established talent within the design world.

As the spotlight now turns towards the upcoming awards cycle, with applications opening from November 21, 2025, to January 20, 2026, there lies an exciting potential for new ideas to surface, contributing further to the evolving narrative of space design.

About TECTURE Inc.

Founded in 2019, TECTURE Inc. aims to shape the future of space design through innovation and digital transformation. Their platform provides architects and designers with the necessary tools to streamline the design process, empowering them to create outstanding environments. The ongoing commitment to media initiatives, such as TECTURE MAG, showcases pivotal trends and discussions within the architecture and design community, with a reach of approximately 300,000 visitors each month.

For more information about the awards and TECTURE initiatives, visit the TECTURE website or follow their social media channels for the latest updates.