Lilly Reich Grants for Equality in Architecture
Dezeen Competitions: the Lilly Reich Grants for Equality in Architecture competition calls for research proposals to celebrate the architectural legacy of Lilly Reich, the artistic partner of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.
Research proposals must relate to the figure, work, legacy, and professional context of Lilly Reich.
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Organiser: Fundació Mies van der Rohe
Competition: Lilly Reich Grants for Equality in Architecture
Judges: to be announced
Submission deadline: 2 September 2026
Winner announcement: 5 October 2026
Prizes: the grant is endowed with €9000 (gross), payable in three instalments of €3000 each
Competition overview
The Lilly Reich Grants for Equality in Architecture were created in 2018 to recognise the architectural legacy of Lilly Reich – artistic partner of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in the conception and execution of the 1929 German Pavilion in Barcelona.
On the occasion of this fifth edition, attention will be given to research proposals related to the figure, work, legacy and professional context of Lilly Reich.
However, this thematic focus does not exclude the submission of proposals centred on any other geographical context, historical period, or line of research aligned with the general objectives.
Eligibility and judging criteria
All researchers are eligible to enter, either individually or in groups. The jury will assess the proposals according to the following criteria:
- Relevance and alignment with the objectives of the grant
- Quality and rigour of the proposal
- Methodology and feasibility
- Originality and contribution to knowledge
- Track record and suitability of the applicants’ profile
- Impact and dissemination potential
How to enter
Applications must be submitted in English by email to lillyreich[at]miesbcn.com.
Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae, research proposal and contact details as part of their application.
Submission deadlines
Proposals must be submitted by 2 September 2026 by 2pm CEST (Central European Summer Time).
Winners will be announced on 5 October 2026.
About Fundació Mies van der Rohe
The Fundació Mies van der Rohe aims to generate research and debate on modern and contemporary architecture in a way that is open to paradigm shifts, and in relation to concepts that are fundamental today.
These include identity, social inclusion and all aspects of sustainability.
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