Curated by the Fundació Mies van der Rohe
Construmat Awards 2025 to Highlight Sustainable and Healthy Architecture
The International Construction Trade Show, organized by Fira de Barcelona, is launching the 21st edition of the Construmat Awards, which will recognize the best contemporary works in sustainable and healthy architecture. Curated by the Fundació Mies van der Rohe, these internationally renowned awards will showcase buildings designed to minimize environmental impact while enhancing the well-being and quality of life of their users.
The Construmat Awards, first established in 1985 as a biennial event, celebrate excellence in architecture and engineering projects worldwide. These awards prioritize environmentally responsible construction, aligning with the sustainable transformation of the sector. This focus is in keeping with the vision promoted by the prestigious Barcelona-based trade fair. The awards also acknowledge the cross-disciplinary nature of professional services, innovations in construction systems, and the use of new materials.
For the 2025 edition, the Construmat Awards once again count on the collaboration of the Fundació Mies van der Rohe , a globally recognized institution dedicated to research, debate, and the promotion of architectural culture.
A Panel of Experts to Select Nominees
Projects eligible for the Construmat Awards are nominated by an expert panel consisting of five professionals representing Spanish and international institutions, media outlets, and organizations that promote sustainability in architecture. For the 2025 edition, the panel includes representatives from the Sustainable Architecture Group of the Architects’ Association of Catalonia (AuS-COAC), the Sustainability and Architecture Association (ASA), the Green Building Council España (GBCe), the German research center Bauhaus-Earth, and the French magazine L’Architecture d’Aujourd’hui (‘A’A’).
Responsible Projects
This expert panel is tasked with selecting between 15 and 20 outstanding national and international projects completed between 2020 and 2024, with a dual focus on environmental sustainability and, for the first time this year, healthy architecture.
Among the sustainability criteria evaluated are the building’s integration with its surroundings, the use of environmentally friendly, recyclable, and locally sourced materials, and the implementation of energy-efficient solutions such as passive design and decarbonization strategies.
In terms of healthy architecture, priority will be given to projects that enhance the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of their occupants through environmental comfort, air quality, lighting, acoustics, and ventilation. Other key aspects include spatial functionality and flexibility, accessibility, and a strong connection to nature, promoting seamless integration with the environment.
International Recognition
Following the nomination process, a jury of three highly respected professionals from the fields of sustainable and healthy architecture will select the winning project from the expert panel’s shortlist. In addition, the Construmat Public Award will be granted through a public vote.
The Construmat Awards 2025 ceremony will take place on May 21 as part of the activities at the International Construction Trade Show, organized by Fira de Barcelona. The event will feature the presentation of diplomas, the official announcement of nominated projects, and a discussion with members of the expert panel, the jury, and professionals and industry representatives involved in the winning projects. Furthermore, from May 20 to 22—coinciding with the trade show—visitors will have the opportunity to explore an exhibition showcasing all nominated and winning projects at Pavilion 2 of the Gran Via venue. These awards are sponsored by Würth España .
About Construmat 2025
Recognized as one of the most prestigious awards in the construction industry, the Construmat Awards have been honoring outstanding achievements in the sector for over 40 years. They are a key initiative of Construmat, the International Construction Trade Show organized by Fira de Barcelona. This year’s event, taking place from May 20 to 22 at the Gran Via exhibition center, will bring together 350 exhibitors from 22 countries, serving as a major platform for showcasing the latest construction technologies, systems, and materials. It will also provide a forum for knowledge exchange and discussion, fostering progress toward a more innovative, sustainable, and responsible built environment.
Barcelona, March, 6th, 2025
Maria Dolores Herranz / Edu Pérez Moya
Tel. 93 233 25 41 – 21 66
premsa@firabarcelona.com