The LEAF Award
The ABB LEAF (Leading European Architecture Forum) Award is an esteemed recognition in the field of architecture. Established to celebrate and honor the most innovative architectural designs and projects, the ABB LEAF Award brings together an international community of architects, designers, and key industry figures. This award recognizes excellence in a range of categories, including but not limited to, sustainable design, urban design, commercial buildings, residential buildings, and interior design.
The ABB LEAF Award is not just a testament to architectural innovation but also serves as a platform for sharing ideas, discussing current trends, and forecasting future developments in architecture. Entries are judged by a panel of experts in the field, ensuring that the awards represent the pinnacle of architectural achievement. Winners of this award are celebrated for their creativity, sustainability, and contribution to the urban environment, making the ABB LEAF Award a coveted accolade in the architectural world.
LEAF Award Recipients
2020s
Atlas, Eindhoven University of Technology, Team V Architecture, LEAF Awards 2020/21 Overall Winner
2010s
Zishe Planting Pavilion and Planting Terrace, Shenzhen, China, Mozhao Architects, LEAF Awards 2019 Overall Winner
Port House, Antwerp, Belgium, Zaha Hadid Architects, LEAF Awards 2018 Overall Winner
The Residences of 488 University Ave, Toronto, Canada, IV Design, LEAF Awards 2017 Overall Winner
Sainsbury Welcome Centre for Neural Circuits and Behavior at UCL, London, UK, Ian Ritchie Architects Ltd, LEAF Awards 2016 Overall Winner
Ribbon Chapel, Hiroshi Nakamura & NAP Co. Ltd, LEAF Awards 2015 Overall Winner
One Central Park, Sydney, Australia, Ateliers Jean Nouvel and PTW Architects, LEAF Awards 2014 Overall Winner
Mediatheque, Mont-de-Marsan, France, archi5, LEAF Awards 2013 Overall Winner
Musashino Art University Museum & Library, Tokyo, Japan, Sou Fujimoto Architects, LEAF Awards 2012 Overall Winner
Milanofiori Housing Complex, Milan, Italy, OBR Open Building Research, LEAF Awards 2011 Overall Winner
Soccer City National Stadium, Johannesburg, South Africa, Boogertman + Partners & Populous, LEAF Awards 2010 Overall Winner
2000s
Qatar Science & Technology Park, Doha, Qatar, Woods Bagot, LEAF Awards 2009 Overall Winner
Performers House, Silkeborg, Denmark, Schmidt Hammer Lassen, LEAF Awards 2008 Overall Winner
ARB Bank, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, LEAF Awards 2007 Overall Winner
America’s Cup Building, Valencia, Spain, David Chipperfield, LEAF Awards 2006 Overall Winner
IT University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark, Henning Larsen Architects, LEAF Awards 2005 Overall Winner