2027 MASterworks Design Awards Open Call

Press Release

Pay tribute to New York City projects that show excellence in architecture and urban design

October 16, 2026  |  New York, NY

MAS is now accepting nominations for the 2027 MASterworks Design Awards! Projects completed between January 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026, are eligible. The deadline for submissions is Friday, November 13 at 11:59 PM ET.

Established in 2001, the MASterworks Awards pay tribute to projects that exemplify excellence in architecture and urban design with a focus on works that enhance the public realm for the benefit of New Yorkers.

Past honorees range from iconic civic landmarks and neighborhood cultural and recreation centers to smaller but impactful installations, including David Geffen Hall, Weeksville Heritage Center, the Studio Museum in Harlem, the Davis Center at the Harlem Meer, Newtown Creek Nature Walk by George Trakas, and Gowanus Canal Sponge Park.

Past MASterworks Awards honorees.

Eligibility

To be eligible for a 2027 MASterworks Design Award, projects must be located within the five boroughs of New York City and have been completed between January 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026. The jury will prioritize projects that provide a public benefit.

Categories

Projects can be submitted for up to two of the following categories:

  • Best New Building for a project that exemplifies outstanding design and enhances the built environment
  • Best Adaptive Reuse for a project that exemplifies excellence in adaptive reuse of a significant historic building or structure
  • Best Restoration for a project that expertly captures the original qualities of a significant historic building or structure
  • Best Urban Landscape for a new or revitalized open space that contributes to livability and resilience
  • Best Urban Amenity for an addition to the public realm that contributes to a more livable city
  • Best Public Art for a new or newly restored project that enriches the cultural fabric of the city

Submit a Project for Consideration

To cover administration expenses, there is a $250 application fee per submission.

Questions? Email us at events@mas.org.