9 June 2026
The recognition follows a growing series of international accolades received by the project since its selection in the competition for the new cultural district of Podgorica. Situated along the Morača River, the proposal reimagines a strategic site within the Montenegrin capital as a destination where culture, landscape and public life are brought together through a shared spatial vision.
The project combines the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Natural History Museum and the Park of Arts & Culture within a single framework, establishing new relationships between cultural institutions and the public realm. Rather than concentrating activity within individual buildings, the proposal extends cultural programmes across a network of open spaces, public routes and accessible landscapes, encouraging interaction between visitors, residents and the city throughout the year.
At the core of the project lies a careful negotiation between architecture, topography and public space. Embedded within the riverbank, the architectural volumes emerge as part of the landscape, creating a sequence of interconnected spaces that unfold across the site and expand the cultural experience beyond the museum buildings. Public accessibility, environmental responsibility and long-term adaptability are integrated into the design approach, contributing to a district conceived not only as a cultural destination but also as a civic resource.
Established in 2013, the Architizer A+Awards celebrate projects that advance architecture’s role within contemporary society. Each year, an international jury composed of architects, designers, academics and industry leaders selects the most outstanding works across architecture, interiors, landscape architecture and urban design.
The 2026 Architizer A+ Jury Award further highlights the relevance of Podgorica Museum District within current discussions on the future of cultural architecture, where landscape, public space and institutions are increasingly conceived as part of a shared civic framework.