Erich Mendelsohn Award 2026 for Brick Architecture

The Award for Brick Architecture has been awarded every three years since 2008 by the Initiative Bauen mit Backstein. In the sixth edition of the independent and non-commercial architecture prize, the aim is once again to find and award the best buildings made of brick in four categories and to present them to a broad audience. The competition invites architects and planners to showcase the full architectural potential of this building material that is as traditional as it is innovative. The independent, top-class jury is just as much an integral part of the Award for Brick Architecture as the numerous cooperation and media partners. 

With the number and quality of the expected submissions from all regions of the world, the Erich Mendelsohn Prize will once again be one of the largest German architecture prizes. The competition is looking for sustainable buildings whose design combines economic, ecological and aesthetic aspects and whose architecture is characterized by an appropriate approach to the site and its existing fabric. 

From January 5th 2026 to April 30th 2026, projects whose brick facade achieves a special architectural effect can be submitted via our online submission portal:  https://erich-mendelsohn-preis.com/en/entry