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ArchDaily Awards: ArchDaily, a prominent architecture website, annually recognizes outstanding buildings through its Building of the Year Awards.
15 Winners: The excerpt highlights 15 winning projects across various categories, including Public & Landscape Architecture and Religious Architecture.
Chaki Wasi,Artisanal Center: The first highlighted project is chaki wasi in Ecuador,an artisanal center built through communal efforts.
Ballie Mosque: The second project is the Ballie Mosque in Albania, noted for its geometric design and thoughtful integration with its surroundings.

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Celebrating Architectural Excellence: A Look at the 2025 ArchDaily Building of the Year awards

The ArchDaily Building of the Year Awards consistently showcase the most innovative, inspiring, and impactful architectural projects from around the globe. The 2025 edition was no exception, recognizing 15 remarkable projects across various categories. This article delves into selected winners, highlighting their unique design features, the challenges they address, and the broader impact they have on the built environment.

Small Scale & Installations: kanna Pavillion

Laure Friès Architecture’s Kanna Pavillion, situated in France, exemplifies how thoughtful design can enhance the connection between people and nature. “Our intention is to offer anglers at the Marlens water body the possibility to fish in the shelter and set back from other visitors. To maintain an openness to the landscape, the triangular structure widens as one approaches the water,” explains the firm. The structure’s unique form allows for both privacy and a seamless integration with the surrounding environment, demonstrating how small-scale projects can have a profound impact on user experience.

Sports Architecture: Ferdinand E. Marcos Stadium

WTA Architecture and Design Studio’s Ferdinand E. Marcos Stadium in the Philippines stands as a testament to the power of context-sensitive design.

“The minimalist and distinct geometry of an open bowl is defined by the corrugated PVC exterior wall and canopy that reflects the corrugated metal roofs of most local homes,” shares the architectural firm.The stadium’s striking form not only pays homage to the region’s architectural vernacular,

How did WTA Architecture balance the need for a large-scale public structure with the desire to maintain a sense of intimacy and human scale in the Ferdinand E. Marcos Stadium?

Interview with Laure Friès & WTA Architecture: Shaping Spaces, Inspiring Experiences

Laure Friès, Founder, Laure friès Architecture

Archyde: Congratulations on winning the ArchDaily Building of the Year award in the Small Scale & Installations category with the Kanna Pavillion. Could you tell us more about the inspiration behind this project?

Laure Friès: Thank you. The Kanna Pavillion was inspired by the desire to create a structure that enhances the connection between users and nature. We were drawn to the Marlens water body’s serenity and wanted to design a space that encourages contemplation and relaxation while respecting the existing landscape.

Archyde: The pavillion’s unique triangular form certainly achieves that. What challenges did you face during its construction, and how did you overcome them?

Laure Friès: The primary challenge was ensuring the structure’s stability while maintaining its light, ephemeral character. To address this, we employed a lightweight wooden framework supported by a triangular base, allowing the pavilion to withstand various weather conditions without compromising its aesthetic or interfering with the landscape’s natural flow.

Archyde: The result is a harmonious blend of form and function. What do you think makes small-scale projects like the Kanna Pavillion so impactful?

Laure Friès: Small-scale projects frequently enough have the advantage of intimacy and simplicity, permitting a more profound exploration of materials, details, and user experience. They can also have a disproportionately important impact on their surroundings, serving as focal points or unexpected moments of respite – as we hope the Kanna Pavillion dose.

WTA Architecture and design Studio: Architects, Ferdinand E. Marcos Stadium

Archyde: Your firm won the ArchDaily Building of the Year Award in the Sports Architecture category for the Ferdinand E.Marcos Stadium. Could you share how you approached designing this project?

WTA Architecture: Our approach was centered around creating a stadium that not only serves its primary function but also contributes positively to its urban context. We aimed to design a space that is open, inclusive, and reflective of the local culture and architecture. The stadium’s form was inspired by the region’s architectural vernacular, using a natural, engaging question-and-answer format that flows smoothly and explores key points seamlessly.

Archyde: The stadium’s striking form indeed pays homage to its surroundings. How did you balance the need for a large-scale public structure with the desire to maintain a sense of intimacy andhuman scale?

WTA Architecture: We achieved this balance by carefully considering the stadium’s massing, materials, and intimacy-providing elements, such as the curvature of its seats and the human-scale details within the facade. By breaking down the façade into smaller,more manageable parts,we created an inviting,approachable appearance that welcomes visitors and fosters a connection with the broader community.