The Pritzker Prize: List of all winners throughout history
DATE
01.04.2024
The Pritzker Prize is a recognition in the field of architecture known as the “Nobel of architecture”, being one of the highest recognitions awarded in the professional field. Since its creation in 1979 by Jay A. Pritzker and his wife Cindy, this prestigious award has honored architects who have left a significant mark and contributed exceptionally to society.
Every year, a prominent international jury selects an architect who, through his or her work, has demonstrated innovation, originality and a profound impact on society. The award not only recognizes excellence in building design, but also the architect’s ability to improve people’s quality of life through his creations.
Over the years, the Pritzker Prize has celebrated diversity and creativity in architecture. Its winners come from different countries and cultures, but share a common commitment to excellence and innovation in their work. The Pritzker Prize winners to date have been:
1979 – Philip Johnson (United States)
1980 – Luis Barragán (Mexico)
1981 – James Stirling (United Kingdom)
1982 – Kevin Roche (Ireland)
1983 – Ieoh Ming Pei (United States)
1984 – Richard Meier (United States)
1985 – Hans Hollein (Austria)
1986 – Gottfried Böhm (Germany)
1987 – Kenzo Tange (Japan)
1988 – Gordon Bunshaft (United States) and Oscar Niemeyer (Brazil)
1989 – Frank Gehry (Canada/United States)
1990 – Aldo Rossi (Italy)
1991 – Robert Venturi (United States)
1992 – Alvaro Siza (Portugal)
1993 – Fumihiko Maki (Japan)
1994 – Christian de Portzamparc (France)
1995 – Tadao Ando (Japan)
1996 – Rafael Moneo (Spain)
1997 – Sverre Fehn (Norway)
1998 – Renzo Piano (Italy)
1999 – Norman Foster (United Kingdom)
2000 – Rem Koolhaas (Netherlands)
2001 – Herzog & de Meuron (Switzerland)
2002 – Glenn Murcutt (Australia)
2003 – Jørn Utzon (Denmark)
2004 – Zaha Hadid (United Kingdom)
2005 – Thom Mayne (United States)
2006 – Paulo Mendes da Rocha (Brazil)
2007 – Richard Rogers (UK)
2008 – Jean Nouvel (France)
2009 – Peter Zumthor (Switzerland)
2010 – SANAA (Japan)
2011 – Eduardo Souto de Moura (Portugal)
2012 – Wang Shu (China)
2013 – Toyo Ito (Japan)
2014 – Shigeru Ban (Japan)
2015 – Frei Otto (Germany)
2016 – Alejandro Aravena (Chile)
2017 – RCR Arquitectes (Spain)
2018 – Balkrishna Doshi (India)
2019 – Arata Isozaki (Japan)
2020 – Grafton Architects (Ireland)
2021 – Lacaton & Vassal (France)
2022 – Diébédo Francis Kéré (Burkina Faso)
2023 – David Chipperfield (UK)
2024 – Riken Yamamoto (Japan)
Each of these architects has left an indelible mark on the world of design and construction, and their legacy continues to inspire future generations of architects worldwide. The Pritzker Prize continues to be a beacon of excellence and a celebration of human creativity in architecture.
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