Deadline: March 4, 2026
The World Habitat Awards 2027 recognise and celebrate outstanding housing projects and solutions that improve living conditions and address critical housing challenges worldwide. Organised by World Habitat in partnership with UN-Habitat, the awards highlight innovative, sustainable and community-led approaches to housing that demonstrate real, measurable impact.
The World Habitat Awards 2027 are open to projects from all countries and sectors, offering global recognition, professional support and funding opportunities for housing initiatives that are already making a difference.
About the World Habitat Awards 2027
The World Habitat Awards are among the most respected international awards in the housing and human settlements sector. They showcase proven housing solutions that are transferable, sustainable and inclusive, addressing issues such as affordability, climate resilience, community participation and social equity.
Projects are assessed based on:
- Demonstrated impact
- Innovation and creativity
- Sustainability and long-term viability
- Community involvement and leadership
- Potential for replication in other contexts
Who Can Apply
Applications for the World Habitat Awards 2027 are open to a wide range of applicants, including:
- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs)
- Community-based organisations
- Public sector bodies and local authorities
- Academic and research institutions
- Private sector initiatives
- United Nations agencies and programmes
- Individuals and social enterprises working on housing-related solutions
There are no geographic restrictions. Projects from any country are eligible.
Project Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the World Habitat Awards 2027, projects must meet the following requirements:
- The project must be directly related to housing or human settlements
- It must be currently active or have been completed within the last 10 years
- The project must show clear evidence of impact and outcomes
- Applications must be based on implemented projects, not proposals or concepts
- Projects that are only in the design or planning stage are not eligible
Accepted Application Languages
Applications can be submitted in:
- English
- French
- Spanish
Submissions in other languages are accepted and will be supported through AI-assisted translation where required.
Awards Categories and Benefits
The World Habitat Awards 2027 recognise excellence across three award levels:
Gold Award
Gold Award winners receive:
- £10,000 prize funding
- An official World Habitat Awards trophy
- International recognition and publicity
- An invitation to present their work at a major housing-related event
- A year of tailored support from World Habitat
- Membership in the World Habitat Awards Network
Silver and Bronze Awards
Silver and Bronze awardees receive:
- International recognition and promotion
- Year-long support from World Habitat
- Membership in the World Habitat Awards Network
- Opportunities for global exposure and collaboration
Why Apply for the World Habitat Awards 2027
Winning or being shortlisted for the World Habitat Awards 2027 provides:
- Global visibility for your housing initiative
- Increased credibility with funders and partners
- Access to an international network of housing practitioners
- Opportunities for learning, collaboration and scale-up
- Long-term support beyond the award year
Application Deadline
All applications for the World Habitat Awards 2027 must be submitted no later than 23:59 GMT on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.
Late submissions will not be accepted.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online through the official World Habitat Awards application platform.
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