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The New European Bauhaus Prizes 2026
The 2026 New European Bauhaus (NEB) Prizes were announced on 15 October 2026 in Brussels, recognising 13 winners and 14 runners-up for their contributions to sustainability, inclusion and beauty through innovative projects and ideas. In addition, 20 small municipalities received support through the NEB Boost initiative.
Although the awards celebrate many inspiring achievements, Interi(o)tecture has selected three particularly relevant projects—Circular by Nature in France, Kamikatsu Zero Waste Center “WHY” in Japan, and Casa da Azenha in Portugal—to highlight different approaches to circular economy, sustainable architecture and ecological design.
On behalf of the entire Interi(o)tecture team, we warmly congratulate all the winners and runners-up on their achievements and contributions to a more sustainable future.
2026 New European Bauhaus Champions winner
Circular by Nature — France
Circular Ecology and Sustainable Urban Design
2026 New European Bauhaus International Prize
Kamikatsu Zero Waste Center “WHY” — Japan
Architecture for a Circular Future
2026 New European Bauhaus Rising Stars winner
Casa da Azenha — Portugal
Reviving a Historic Olive Mill Through Heritage and Community
Best Picks from our Universe
HABITA Living Partition Wall: Rethinking Sustainable Interior Design
Developed by Federico Babolin at IUAV in Italy, HABITA reimagines the conventional interior partition. Instead of separating spaces with a plain wall, the concept introduces greenery as an active part of the interior environment. Its irrigation system uses gravity rather than electricity to distribute water, offering an alternative approach to caring for indoor plants.
Beyond the Ordinary Chair: The Future of Circular Furniture
A chair is more than a place to sit. The Bascule lounge chair, designed by Berlin-based Studio Πfor Vitra, offers an interesting example of this shift. Combining a relaxed, sculptural appearance with an innovative reclining mechanism, removable upholstery and replaceable components, the chair demonstrates how comfort and circular design can work together.
Chifley North: A Circular Fit-Out in Practice
Chifley North in Sydney, Australia, explores how circular design can transform commercial interiors through material retention, reuse, refurbishment and remanufacturing.
By integrating digital material passports and prioritising existing resources, the project achieved 92% diversion from landfill.
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