26/08/2026
📣 OPEN CALL – Last week to participate in the 5th Lilly Reich Grant for equality in architecture. Until 2 September, 2026.
The Fundació Mies van der Rohe announces the 5th Lilly Reich Grant for equality in architecture with the aim of generating research and debate on modern and contemporary architecture in relation to concepts that are fundamental today, such as identity, social inclusion, and all aspects of sustainability.
Eligible to apply for the Lilly Reich Grant for equality in architecture are 👉 researchers who submit a proposal in accordance with its terms, focused on the study, dissemination, and visibility of contributions to architecture that have been improperly relegated or forgotten.
→ Previous editions of the grant have resulted in relevant contributions in the form of scientific articles and an exhibition for 1️⃣ 'Re-enactment: Lilly Reich’s Work Occupies the Barcelona Pavilion', a documentary for 2️⃣ '[On set with] Lilly Reich', a searchable database for 3️⃣ 'Anna Bofill Levi. Architecture as a Counterpoint (1977-1996)', and another documentary, 4️⃣ 'Transnational Narratives: A Documentary Celebrating South Asian Women in Architecture'.
🗓️ Applicants can submit their projects until 2 September, 2026 (14:00 CET).
Check the terms and conditions here 🔗 miesbcn.com/es/proyecto/lilly-reich-grant-for-equality-in-architecture/
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→ This initiative is part of the programming for Barcelona 2026 World Capital of Architecture (BCN_arquitectura), a distinction awarded by UNESCO and Union Internationale des Architectes (UIA) to the city hosting the UIA World Congress of Architects Barcelona 2026, making it a global forum for architecture, urbanism, and landscape architecture. From February 12 to December 13, a multidisciplinary program will unfold in collaboration with schools, universities, and professional and cultural organizations throughout Catalonia.
Barcelona 2026 World Capital of Architecture is supported by Barcelona.cat, Generalitat de Catalunya, and Ministerio de Vivienda y Agenda Urbana.