Architects are encouraged to enter the prize, which recognises global excellence in responsible timber construction The Built by Nature Prize 2025 celebrates real-world applications of the Principles for Responsible Timber Construction. This global award recognises excellence in new buildings and renovations that demonstrate leadership in responsible timber construction and the integration of other bio-based materials. Any project stakeholder may submit up to three entries per organisation. Eligible projects must be completed, occupied and primarily constructed from timber. Entries close on 31 May 2025. The Prize supports Built by Nature’s mission to lead a global transformation of the built environment by accelerating the responsible use of timber and bio-based materials. It aims to highlight exemplary projects that help shift the construction industry towards a more regenerative, climate-resilient future. A panel of international experts from across the construction value chain will judge submissions based on their alignment with the Principles for Responsible Timber Construction. Applications will undergo an initial assessment from our technical assessment team, with shortlisted projects examined by the international expert judging panel. The 2025 Judges are: Ana Belizário, Commercial Head, Urbem Joelle Chen, Head of Sustainability, Asia Pacific, LaSalle Investment Management Mae-Ling Lokko, Assistant Professor, Yale School of Architecture Gert-Jan Nabuurs, Professor of European Forest Resources, Wageningen University Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, Global Leader of Climate and Energy, WWF, and Interim Chair, IUCN Climate Crisis Commission Maureen Wheelan, Manager of Multilateral Affairs, Canadian Forest Service Benefits for winners and shortlisted projects Shortlisted applications will gain international recognition at Woodrise 2025 in September, with the winners to be announced at the Built by Nature Summit in London in October 2025. Winners will be profiled in a global media campaign and featured in a documentary film to premiere at COP30 in Belém, Brazil. By spotlighting real-world leadership, the Prize supports greater visibility and policy engagement for timber and bio-based buildings. It provides a platform to connect pioneering projects with key influencers and decision-makers in the construction and climate sectors. For full submission guidelines and FAQs, click here. Enquiries to: prize@builtbn.org About Built by Nature Built by Natureis a not-for-profit organisation with a mission to lead a global transformation of the built environment by accelerating the responsible use of timber and bio-based materials. BbN connects demand-side construction industry leaders across Europe – from city officials and developers to architects and investors – fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing to drive systemic change. Its funding enables innovative cross-sector initiatives that overcome challenges and amplify the role of bio-based materials in decarbonising construction for the benefit of climate, nature and people. To enter and for more information, click here 2025-05-20 Mary Douglas comment and share #built #nature #prize #open #entries