Openbook Group Wins Top Honors at Architizer A+Awards 2025

Openbook Group has been recognized as a global leader in commercial architecture, securing first place in the Best Commercial Firm category at the prestigious Architizer A+Awards 2025. The award, determined through public voting among five international finalists selected from 600 submissions, solidifies Openbook’s reputation for designing spaces that enhance the lives of individuals, businesses, and communities worldwide.

According to Paulo Jervell, Founding Partner of Openbook Group, the award is a testament to the company’s innovative talent, commitment to excellence, and dedication to community engagement. “This recognition reflects not only our past achievements but also the vision, passion, and commitment that drive every project we undertake,” he emphasized.

Consistency and Impact

The 2025 award adds to Openbook’s growing list of accolades, including the 2024 Architizer A+Award for the Ritz Pool Bar project. Continued recognition highlights the group’s consistency, creativity, and technical precision in architecture and design, positioning Openbook as a significant voice in the international arena.

A Ward of Excellence

The Architizer A+Awards are regarded as the world’s largest architectural awards program. The 2025 edition attracted over 5,000 submissions from 85 countries, judged by a panel of more than 250 influential figures from diverse fields. The program’s mission is to promote practices that lead to better buildings and cities, while also celebrating teams that are shaping the future of architecture, design, art, technology, and culture. The Popular Choice Award, in particular, highlights projects that resonate most with the public and address contemporary architectural challenges effectively.

About Openbook Group

Openbook Group is a multidisciplinary organization comprising five specialized companies: Openbook Architecture, Openbook Real Estate, Openbook Design, Openbook Studio, and Openbook Engineering. With over 18 years of experience, Openbook is renowned for its creativity, technical expertise, and innovative approach to projects that redefine spaces and generate positive impact.