Public space is a stage for human life, a place of democracy and collectivity. Open, accessible and abundant public space is crucial to the civic health of our cities and shared landscapes – a critical communal resource. As these spaces become increasingly threatened in the face of darkening commercial and political forces, the AR Public awards recognise the importance of creating, rescuing and renovating public spaces.
Early bird: Friday 16 January 2026
Entry deadline: Friday 13 February 2026
Early bird deadline
Why enter
Enter for a chance to have your project published in the June 2026 issue of
The Architectural Review
Past winners
See the winning, highly commended and comments projects from the 2024 edition of the AR Public awards
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