Established through a collaboration between the International Union of Architects (UIA) and UN-Habitat , the UIA 2030 Award recognizes projects that demonstrate how design can contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) . Announced during the 2026 World Urban Forum in Baku , Azerbaijan , the third cycle of the biennial award honored projects that address issues ranging from water management and affordable housing to participatory planning, access to p