SANAA Awarded 2025 RIBA Royal Gold Medal for Architecture

The Japanese studio, led by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa, was recognized for its transformative, sustainable, and minimalist designs that prioritize human connection and interaction.

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) awarded SANAA the 2025 Royal Gold Medal, one of architecture's most prestigious honors, presented on behalf of King Charles III.
SANAA, founded in 1995 by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa, is celebrated for its minimalist, user-centered designs that emphasize light, simplicity, and sustainability.
Notable projects by the studio include the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art in Japan, the New Museum in New York, the Louvre-Lens in France, and Sydney Modern in Australia.
RIBA praised SANAA for reshaping global architecture with designs that balance functionality and elegance, fostering connection and collaboration in public spaces.
The award will be formally presented during a public celebration in London on May 1, 2025, marking another milestone in SANAA's decorated career.