The Erich Mendelsohn Award 2026 for Brick Architecture is extending the submission period by one month until May 31st. By extending the deadline, the Initiative Bauen mit Backstein is responding to requests from architecture offices that have not yet been able to complete their submission due to increased workload or lack of photos.
The jury for the Erich Mendelsohn Award 2026 for Brick Architecture has been announced. In early July, the five members of the main jury will convene in Berlin to decide on this year’s awards: Max Wasserkampf, Ulrich Brinkmann, Josep Ricart, Jórunn Ragnarsdóttir, and Lena Unger.
Five experts have been appointed to the jury of the Erich Mendelsohn Award 2026 for Brick Architecture: Max Wasserkampf, Ulrich Brinkmann, Josep Ricart, Jórunn Ragnarsdóttir, and Lena Unger (from left to right).
Submission started: The award enters its seventh round
A success story continues: The prestigious award for brick architecture is entering its seventh round. Once again, the focus is on outstanding projects that harness the architectural potential of the traditional building material brick in a forward-looking way. Most recently, the competition—awarded every three years—received more than 600 submissions from 30 countries.
International Architecture Award Strengthens Building Culture
The Erich Mendelsohn Award for Brick Architecture is entering the next round. In light of the current challenges in the construction industry, brick offers valuable qualities such as sustainability, aesthetics, and lasting value, which will remain of great importance in the future. The continuation of the Erich Mendelsohn Award for Brick Architecture in 2026 underscores the significance of outstanding architecture and innovative building projects, especially in times of change.
