HONG KONG SAR –
Media OutReach Newswire – 9 September 2025 – Nominations for the “Quality Building Award 2026 (QBA 2026)” is open now. The biennial Quality Building Award, hailed as the “Oscar of the Construction Industry,” is jointly organized by ten top professional institutions and organizations in Hong Kong’s architecture and construction sectors. With a history spanning over two decades, the award aims to recognize outstanding building projects in Hong Kong, mainland, and overseas, as well as teams that have demonstrated exceptional collaboration and teamwork.
QBA 2026 is chaired by
The Hong Kong Institute of Housing (HKIH). The theme for this year is “Smartly We Build | Sustainably We Thrive | Inclusively We Lead,” focusing on honoring projects that employ intelligent, sustainable, and inclusive solutions. The goal is to drive industry innovation and green development, promote social collaboration, and collectively build a prosperous and sustainable future. This year, the award categories have been further expanded to encourage greater participation from projects in the Greater Bay Area and overseas regions.
Expanded International and Greater Bay Area Categories to Foster Cross-Regional Collaboration
Hong Kong has the distinctive advantages of enjoying strong support of mainland and being closely connected to the world. As an industry that relies heavily on cross-regional collaboration with both mainland and international partners, the construction sector can benefit from strengthening external connections and technical exchange opportunities. QBA 2026 has expanded the eligibility of two categories: “Building Outside GBA (include International)” and “Building in GBA (Not include Hong Kong).” These categories are open to high-quality projects from mainland and around the world, with
no requirement for involvement from Hong Kong-registered companies. Projects only need to submit proof of completion. Whether residential or non-residential, new construction or renovation, all eligible projects are encouraged to participate.
This initiative aims to promote professional interaction among Hong Kong, Greater Bay Area, and the international community. It encourages cross-regional teams to showcase their outstanding work, share experiences and technologies, and further strengthen Hong Kong’s role as an international hub.
Ms CHANG Yuk Kam, Patricia, Chairlady of QBA 2026 Organizing Committee, stated, “We hope the award will inspire the industry to move beyond solely pursuing scale and height, and instead focus on integrating innovative technologies and sustainable practices that truly meet the needs of users and communities. Particularly against the era of Hong Kong’s integration with the Greater Bay Area, cross-disciplinary and cross-regional collaboration has become an inevitable trend. The relaxed eligibility criteria this year are designed to encourage more teams from the Greater Bay Area and internationally to participate and collectively elevate regional building standards.”
Mr HO Chun Hung, JP, Chairman of QBA 2026 Jury Panel and Director of Buildings Department, HKSARG, stated, “Architecture is not merely a fusion of technology and art, but also a vital force driving social progress. We encourage entries to fully embody the spirit of ‘people-oriented’ design, showcase sustainable and inclusive architecture, and apply innovative and smart technologies in design, construction, building management and maintenance, thereby injecting new impetus into making Hong Kong a more livable city.”
Nomination Details and Key Dates
Nominations for the QBA 2026 opens now. The deadline for submissions is 12:00 noon HKT on Friday, 28 November, 2025. Teams from Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, and around the world are encouraged to submit entries across multiple categories, including but not limited to residential, commercial, cultural, public facilities, and urban redevelopment projects.
Schedule
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9 September 2025 |
Nominations open |
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28 Nov 2025 at 12:00 noon (HKT) |
Nominations close |
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The Jury / Assessment Process |
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2 Dec – 12 Dec 2025 |
First Screening |
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Jan-Feb 2026 |
Site Visits / Video Judging |
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Feb-Mar 2026 |
Finalists Announce |
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20-21 March 2026 |
Finalists Presentation to Jury Panel |
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June 2026 |
QBA 2026 Award Presentation Ceremony |
Award Categories
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Categories |
Nomination Requirements |
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(Single Building) |
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(Multiple Buildings) |
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(New Building – Government, Institution or Community) |
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*Nominated project teams should submit a photo and video documenting their project, to be remotely assessed by the judging panel. |
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*Nominated project teams should submit a video documenting their project, to be remotely assessed by the judging panel. **Nominated project teams are not entitled for Quality Excellence Award, Sustainable Development Award nor Innovative Project Award |
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*Nominated project teams should submit a video documenting their project, to be remotely assessed by esteemed team of assessors. In addition, the jury panel will conduct a site visit to the building to further evaluate the project’s merits. **Nominated project teams are not entitled for Quality Excellence Award, Sustainable Development Award nor Innovative Project Award |
# Greater Bay Area (GBA) includes Macao Special Administrative Regions, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen and Zhaoqing.
Award Types
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Award Type |
Description |
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Quality Excellence Award |
Only one Quality Excellence Award will be presented to a project within the territorial limits of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, with an outstanding OVERALL quality that is judged to be the BEST among all the Grand Award Winners. |
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Grand Awards* |
There will be a Grand Award Winner(s) for each nomination category. This is the highest recognition to projects at the category level. |
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Merits* |
There will be recognition of merit(s) for each nomination category. |
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Finalists* |
There will be recognition of finalist(s) for each nomination that has passed the first screening, site visits and that has been presented at the Finalist Presentation to Jury Panel .
#Finalist qualification will be usurped if the project team is unable to present at the Finalist Presentation to Jury Panel . |
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Special awards |
Description |
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Sustainable Development Award |
This will be a recognition for the finalist with an outstanding quality in green and sustainability |
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Innovative Project Award |
This will be a recognition for the finalist with an outstanding quality in innovative design and construction technology. |
* QBA 2026 Organizing Committee reserves the right not to bestow an award if the Jury Panel deems that no nomination is worth receiving that particular award. The decision of the Jury Panel shall be final.
** Finalist qualification will be usurped if the project team is unable to present at the Finalist Presentation to Jury Panel.
Honorary Patron and Jury Panel Members
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Honorary Patron |
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Ms LINN Hon Ho, Bernadette, JP |
Secretary for Development,
Development Bureau, HKSARG |
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Chairman of Jury Panel |
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Mr HO Chun Hung, JP |
Director of Building, Buildings Department, HKSARG |
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Vice Chairlady of Jury Panel |
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Ms CHANG Yuk Kam, Patricia |
Chairlady, QBA 2026 Organizing Committee |
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Members of Jury Panel (In alphabetical order of surnames) |
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Ir CHOW Kin Tak, Alice |
President,
The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers |
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Professor CHU Hoi San, Paul |
Dean of Faculty of Science and Engineering, and Professor at the Department of Architecture, Hong Kong Chu Hai College |
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Mr HO Kwing-kwong, Alex |
Director – Industry Development, Construction Industry Council |
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Sr LAM Kin Wing Eddie, MH |
Deputy Chairmen, Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency |
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Ar LAU Man Kwan, Julia, FHKIA, JP |
President, The Hong Kong Institute of Architects |
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Sr LEUNG Chi Tim Robin |
President,
The Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors |
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Mr LI Kiu Yin, Michael, JP |
Director of Architectural Services,
Architectural Services Department, HKSARG |
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Ir LIU Sing-pang, Simon |
President,
Hong Kong Construction Association |
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Mr POON Kwok Ying, Raymond, JP |
Director of Electrical & Mechanical Services/Gen Mgr, EMSTF, Electrical & Mechanical Services Department, HKSARG |
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Sr Frankie SO Hung Fai |
Chairperson,
BEAM Society Limited |
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Cr TANG Yu Chi, Alfred |
President, Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers |
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Mr Don TSE |
President,
The International Facility Management Association – Hong Kong Chapter |
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Mr WU Biqiao |
Vice President,
Guangdong Construction |
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Mr YAU Kam Fai, Anthony |
President,
The Hong Kong Institute of Housing |
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Photo Captions
Photo 1: Quality Building Award 2026 now open for nomination. Ms CHANG Yuk Kam, Patricia, OC Chairlady of QBA 2026 (middle), Mr HO Chun Hung, JP, Director of Building, Buildings Department, HKSARG (right), Ir ZA Wai Gin, Tony, chairman of Jury sub-committee (left) are speakers of QBA 2026 award briefing session, sharing tips and information with potential award participants.
Photo 2: Ms CHANG Yuk Kam, Patricia, OC Chairlady of QBA 2026 welcomes teams from various regions to participate and witness the birth of more high-quality buildings.
Photo 3: Mr HO Chun Hung, JP, Director of Building, Buildings Department, HKSARG encourages prospective teams to join QBA 2026.
Photo 4: Mr ZA Wai Gin, Tony, chairman of Jury sub-committee said the theme of QBA 2026 revolves around creating a sustainable green smart city, encouraging industries to inject technology and green energy into architecture.
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