Hubo Studio Named as a Global Finalist in Architizer A+Awards

South Africa’s Hubo Studio has been named a global finalist in the Architizer A+Awards, which annually celebrate the world’s best architecture, recognising excellence in categories ranging from individual buildings to global design practices.

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Johannesburg-based architecture practice Hubo Studio, which we’ve featured in VISI numerous times, has been named a finalist in three categories. It is one of just five firms globally shortlisted in the Best Small Firm category, placing the studio among the most impactful emerging practices worldwide.

In addition, the studio’s flagship project, the Redhill Early Learning Centre, has been recognised on the global stage. It has been selected as a finalist in the Architizer A+Awards Educational Interiors and Kindergarten categories.

The Redhill Early Learning Centre, located in Johannesburg, is widely recognised as a pioneering educational environment. Designed around principles of child-centred learning, the project reimagines the school as a “mini city” – a network of interconnected spaces that promote curiosity, independence and collaboration. Its central piazza, vertical ateliers and seamless integration of indoor and outdoor environments create a dynamic landscape for early childhood development.

“This recognition is incredibly meaningful for us,” said Asher Marcus, Founder and Lead Architect of Hubo Studio. “It reflects not only our work, but a broader belief that architecture can shape the way children learn, think and grow. To be representing South Africa on this platform is something we are deeply proud of.”

Voting for the Popular Choice Award opens on May 4 and runs until May 15, allowing the global public to select a winner in each category. Supporters can vote once per day. The winners of the Architizer A+Awards will be announced in June 2026. | awards.architizer.com

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