On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2026, the UIA highlights and recognises the achievements of talented women architects within its community. To showcase the outstanding contributions of our members, […]
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IWD 2026: UK
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has awarded the Royal Gold Medal 2025 to Kazuyo Sejima, co-founder of the internationally renowned architectural practice SANAA, together with Ryue Nishizawa. The […]
IWD 2026: Turkey
The Chamber of Architects of Turkey (CAT) highlights the achievements of architect Pınar Gökbayrak, whose work has been recognised through several national architecture initiatives and publications. Her Gökçeada High School […]
IWD 2026: Thailand
The Association of Siamese Architects (ASA), Thailand, highlights the international achievements of Kulthida Songkittipakdee, co-founder of the Bangkok-based practice HAS design and research, together with architect Jenchieh Hung and Suttahathai […]
IWD 2026: Switzerland
The Swiss Conference of Architects (CSA) highlights the recognition of Swiss architect Tilla Theus, who received the Prix Meret Oppenheim in 2026, one of Switzerland’s most prestigious cultural awards. Tilla […]
IWD 2026: South Africa
The South African Institute of Architects (SAIA) highlights the work of several women architects whose projects demonstrate innovation, contextual sensitivity, and a strong commitment to social and environmental responsibility. The […]
IWD 2026: Portugal
The Ordem dos Arquitectos de Portugal highlights the project “Praça e Posto de Turismo do Piódão”, designed by Paula del Río (Soria, Spain, 1985) and João Branco, founders of Branco […]
IWD 2026: Palestine
According to records from the Engineers Association – Jerusalem Center (EAJC), the Palestinian UIA Member Section, several women architects from Palestine have received important recognition for their professional achievements during […]
IWD 2026: Mexico
Federación de Colegios de Arquitectos de la República Mexicana distinguishes two Mexican architects, Fernanda Canales and Frida Escobedo, who have been recognised as Honorary Fellows of the American Institute of […]
IWD 2026: Germany
The Federal Chamber of German Architects (BAK) highlights the achievement of Andrea Gebhard, who received the Global Award for Sustainable Architecture 2025 in recognition of her long-standing commitment to sustainable […]