Gada labākā būve Latvijā 2025: Pieteikšanās atvērta!

Latvia’s construction industry is gearing up for its 28th annual “Best Building of the Year in Latvia 2025” competition. Organized by the Latvian Builders Association and the Latvian Association of Civil Engineers in collaboration with title sponsor Ceresit, the competition invites submissions of projects completed in 2025.

recognising Excellence in Latvian Construction

The competition aims to elevate the quality of the building process by identifying and promoting the best construction projects and practices in Latvia and abroad, specifically those undertaken by Latvian construction companies. Submissions are open until March 31st.

A Broad Range of Categories

Projects can be submitted across nine categories: Residential New Building; Public New Building (with a sub-nomination for Production Building); Reconstruction and Renovation; Restoration; Civil Engineering Structure; Landscape Construction; Timber Construction; Building Information modelling (BIM) Object of the Year; and Concrete Building of the Year. Eligibility extends to projects completed in Latvia, as well as those built internationally by Latvian contractors.

Did You Know? The “Best Building of the Year in Latvia” competition has been running annually for 28 years.

A wide range of entities can submit projects, including legal and natural persons, construction companies registered in the Latvian Builders’ Register, industry organizations, project initiators, designers, municipalities, construction specialists, and even members of the judging panel.

The Judging Process and Timeline

A jury of approximately fifty industry professionals will evaluate submissions in three stages. The first stage assesses the information provided about each building. The second involves site visits and evaluations across Latvia. The final stage will feature presentations of the shortlisted buildings, open to the public. Winners will be announced and awarded at the end of summer this year.

Expert Insight: This competition serves as a vital benchmark for quality within the Latvian construction sector, potentially driving innovation and best practices as companies strive for recognition. The multi-stage judging process, including public access to the final presentations, promotes transparency and accountability.

Alongside the competition, the traditional Construction Days conference will take place, and a yearbook detailing all submitted projects will be published.

Supporting the Latvian Construction Industry

Ceresit is the main cooperation partner for the fifth consecutive year. Additional support is provided by FIBO, EJOT, KRASO, SOUDAL, PERI, GEBERIT, RUUKI, HILTI, Grāvējs, Alejas projekti, and Hercs. The competition is organized in collaboration with 16 non-governmental organizations in the construction sector, the State Construction Control Bureau, VAS Valsts nekustamie īpašumi (State Real Estate), the Latvian Union of Municipalities, Riga Technical University, Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Riga Building College, and RISEBA FAD.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can submit a building for consideration?

Any legal or natural person, construction companies registered in the Latvian Builders’ Register, industry organizations, project initiators, designers, municipalities, construction specialists, and members of the judging panel can submit a building.

What types of buildings are eligible?

Buildings in Latvia, as well as those built abroad by Latvian construction companies, completed in 2025, are eligible across nine categories including residential, public, reconstruction, restoration, civil engineering, landscape, timber, BIM, and concrete construction.

When will the winners be announced?

The winners of the “Best Building of the Year in Latvia 2025” competition will be announced and awarded at the end of summer this year.

What role does public engagement play in the competition?