The main difference is that to be eligible for the Social Architecture award, the applicant must demonstrate an oeuvre that has an impact beyond its immediate context. From the oeuvre it must become clear that current urban and architectural challenges are addressed and can be exemplary on a global scale. The oeuvre showcases a strong dedication and involvement in the field of socially and ecologically responsible architecture.

Below are the criteria for the Social Engagement and Social Architecture awards:

The Ammodo Architecture Award for Social Engagement encourages talented architects to take the next step in pursuing socially and ecologically responsible architecture.

Project: Completed (medium or large scale) buildings or spatial projects; self-initiated or commissioned. Completed between January 2021 and December 2024.
Applicant: Mid-career, talented architect, urban planner, landscape architect, collective or multidisciplinary design team.

The Ammodo Architecture Award for Social Architecture encourages outstanding architects by rewarding excellent socially and ecologically responsible architecture.

Project: Completed (medium or large scale) buildings or spatial projects; self-initiated or commissioned. Completed between January 2021 and December 2024.
Applicant: Outstanding talent, established architect, urban planner, landscape architect, collective or multidisciplinary design team who can present an oeuvre which showcases a strong dedication and involvement in the field of socially and ecologically responsible architecture. Applicants in this Category must submit an "oeuvre" — a list of at least three projects (excluding the submitted project) that clearly demonstrate their commitment to socially and ecologically responsible architecture.
Oeuvre: The applicant must demonstrate an oeuvre that has an impact beyond its immediate context. From the oeuvre it must become clear that current urban and architectural challenges are addressed and can be exemplary on a global scale. The oeuvre showcases a strong dedication and involvement in the field of socially and ecologically responsible architecture.

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