Architecture revolution: Liu Jiakun inspires with a new architectural style!

Architecture revolution: Liu Jiakun inspires with a new architectural style!

Pritzker Prize 2025 goes to Liu Jiakun

The prestigious Pritzker Prize 2025 will be awarded to the Chinese architect Liu Jiakun. He was honored on March 4, 2025 for his impressive works and unconventional approach to architecture. Liu Jiakun, who was born in Chengdu in 1956, is known for combining traditional Chinese elements with modern designs. His projects are diverse, including museums, academic institutions and shopping centers, often using old materials such as his “Rebirth Bricks,” which are created from construction waste. This innovative method helped him design a shopping mall in Chengdu and shows his ability to combine art and environmental awareness. As the Small newspaper reported, Jiakun was praised by the jury for his freedom from aesthetic restrictions and his unique creative approach.

A pioneer of architecture

Jiakun sees architecture not just as an art of construction, but as a medium that is interwoven with the environment and culture. “I always strive to be like water – to penetrate a place without having a solid form in front of me,” he explained. His ability to combine time-tested techniques with new thinking has made him one of China's most respected architects Süddeutsche.de noted. Liu Jiakun joins a prestigious list of previous honorees that includes the likes of Zaha Hadid and Norman Foster. His creative work not only represents a homage to tradition, but also a significant step into the future of architecture.