Awards and Recognitions

2023 Architectural Innovation of the year presented by the Global Architecture Design Awards

The Essential Homes Research Project, developed by the Norman Foster Foundation in partnership with Holcim and exhibited at the Venice Biennale 2023, has been awarded the Architectural Innovation of the year prize in the Global Architecture Design Awards 2023. It has also been recognised as the runner-up in the Sustainable Project of the year category. The Essential Homes Research Project is a first proposal to explore durable, comfortable and dignified homes. It suggests a fast build alternative to tents or similar short-lived shelters, which offer scant protection from the elements and uncomfortable living conditions.

2021 Centre of Excellence recognised by UNECE

The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) is one of five regional commissions of the United Nations. UNECE’s major aim is to promote pan-European economic integration. UNECE includes fifty-six member States in Europe, North America and Asia. In addition, over seventy international professional organisations and other nongovernmental organisations take part in UNECE activities.

2021 MLE Award for Architecture presented by the Museo Liceo Egipcio of León

Museo Liceo Egipcio of León (Spain) is a private and independent institution dedicated, in particular, to research, education and dissemination of the culture and history of Ancient Egypt and its importance in the development of modern societies. And in a broader sense, contribute to the exaltation and promotion of the arts and humanistic values in our society.

2018 Gold Medal for Merit in the Fine Arts presented by the Spanish Ministry of Culture and Sports

The Spanish Ministry of Culture is the department of the Government of Spain responsible for the promotion, protection and dissemination of the Spanish cultural heritage, national museums, art, books, reading and literary creation, cinematographic and audiovisual activities and state archives and libraries.

2017 ACI Award IV edition for Innovation in the Real Estate Sector presented the Association of Real Estate Consultants

Association of Real Estate Consultants (ACI), founded in 2013, brings together leading companies in the real estate consulting industry in Spain. ACI promotes professional standards and responsibility and contributes to the progress of the economy and society.