AJ100 Awards 2025

This year marked the 30th anniversary of the AJ100 survey, the definitive annual record of the UK’s largest architecture practices, measured by the number of architects employed in the UK.

The accompanying AJ100 Awards programme celebrated the achievements of these firms.

We showcased emerging stars in our New Talent category, as well as those leading the way on sustainability, mentoring, and employment policies. We also selected a new cohort of Champions, a group of practices driving positive change in the profession.

AJ100 practices were invited to attend the AJ100 Gala Lunch on 20 June, when the winners of the 2025 AJ100 awards were revealed. This celebratory event returned to the Honourable Artillery Company in London.

2025 Winners

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AJ100 Awards 2024 highlights

Reflections from 2024

'The AJ100 ranking is a huge marker and signifier, bringing together important organisations and individuals to celebrate great work'

Ellen Willis, Chetwood, New Talent – Part 1 winner

'What was exemplary across all the shortlisted practices was the work they do, which often goes unnoticed. This commitment was truly commendable across all the shortlisted companies we reviewed.'

Jonathan Hagos, Director, Freehaus, Judge

'The AJ is the magazine when you’re a student of architecture, the one where you get your presence, the one you’re excited to be part of once you qualify.'

Dion Barrett, architectural filmmaker, Communication Initiative of the Year winner

'It feels like organisations like ours rarely receive the limelight. As an adult education provider and a charity, being acknowledged means so much to us.'

Therese Reinheimer-Jones, CEO/warden, Mary Ward Settlement, Community Impact of the Year winner

'Winning this award is great because it sets a precedent for future years. If we can encourage more individuals to work towards changing the industry for the better, what’s not to like about that?'

Stephanie Kyle, Maber Architects, Change-maker of the Year winner

'I think it will make us a better place for people to work. We expect to attract more talent, and as a result, produce better work.'

Simon Bayliss, managing partner, HTA Design, Employer of the Year winner

'I think for a practice, it gives a lot of prestige to show that the strategy you're pursuing is going down the right lines.'

Chris Hildrey, Director, Hildrey Studio, Judge

Partnership opportunities

The AJ100 survey is the definitive record of the UK’s largest architecture practices, measured by the number of architects employed in the UK. The accompanying AJ100 awards programme celebrates the achievements of these firms, including those leading the way in sustainability.

If you wish to find out more about becoming a partner in 2026, please contact Richard Dye at richard.dye@emap.com or Justin Heron at justin.heron@emap.com .

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