The 2026 Tile of Spain Awards are open for submissions, calling all creatives to showcase the innovative use of Spanish ceramics in the upcoming event. These prestigious Tile of Spain Awards in Architecture and Interior Design celebrate excellence in projects utilizing Spanish-made tiles, both domestically and internationally.
Ceramics Unveiling: Competition Details and Categories
The competition invites architects, interior designers, landscape architects, and decorators, whether working individually or in teams. With a total prize purse of €35,000, categories include Architecture and Interior Design, further divided into subcategories for different ceramic materials like dry-pressed porcelain stoneware and terracotta. The event promises to highlight these categories, providing a platform for creative expression and recognition.
For an example of how architecture incorporates traditional materials like terracotta, see HB Architects’ modern retreat in Jiashan Village, blending past and present beautifully.
Entries should be projects completed between January 2024 and October 2026. Submissions must be new to the awards, with the deadline set for 22 October. A jury of design professionals, to be named later, will gather in Castellón, Spain, to review and select winners.
Award Structure and Previous Winners
The awards offer a range of prizes: €8,000 each for the top Architecture and Interior Design entries, and a €3,000 prize for an innovative Master’s Thesis Project. Notably, last year’s winners include Casa Marratxi by Casas inHAUS and interventions in the Monastery of Santa María de Sijena by Pemán y Franco Arquitectos. The competition aims to continue the tradition of recognizing extraordinary design work.
Interior design accolades went to Brickell Penthouse Miami and Boc Beach. Organised by the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association (ASCER), the awards have promoted ceramic innovation for 25 years, supported by numerous Spanish tile producers.
Explore how EBBA Architects utilized stone and clay through a creative lens in their transformation of a London café.
Support and Sponsorship
Current sponsors include Valenciaport and PwC Spain, with backing from the Conselleria de Economía, Hacienda y Administración Pública. Tile of Spain also supports ceramic tile studies in architecture schools, a commitment in place since 2004, further emphasized through this initiative.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the prize purse for the 2026 Tile of Spain Awards?
The total prize purse for the 2026 Tile of Spain Awards is €35,000.
Who can participate in the Tile of Spain Awards?
The competition invites architects, interior designers, landscape architects, and decorators, whether working individually or in teams.
When is the submission deadline for the 2026 Tile of Spain Awards?
The deadline for submissions is set for 22 October.