1PAX Receives Architizer A+Awards Special Mention for Best Public Projects Firm

Recognized among the world’s leading architecture practices for its contribution to passenger-centered mobility design.

1PAX Architects has been honored with a Special Mention in the Best Public Projects Firm category at the prestigious Architizer A+Awards, one of the largest and most influential global awards programs in architecture.

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Selected from thousands of submissions across more than 70 countries, fewer than 5% of entries receive a Special Mention distinction. The recognition places 1PAX among a select group of practices whose work demonstrates exceptional design quality and global relevance.

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The award acknowledges 1PAX’s portfolio of public infrastructure projects, including landmark works such as Sofia Airport Terminal and Velana International Airport in the Maldives, which exemplify the studio’s commitment to designing seamless, passenger-centered mobility experiences.

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At the core of 1PAX’s approach is a focus on the intersection between architecture, infrastructure, and user experience. By integrating operational efficiency with spatial clarity and cultural identity, the studio delivers environments that enhance the journey as much as the destination.

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“This recognition reinforces our belief that mobility infrastructure can be both highly functional and deeply human,” said Mabel Miranda, CEO of 1PAX. “Airports and public transport hubs are no longer just transit points — they are places where experience, identity, and performance converge.”

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The Architizer A+Awards aim to celebrate architecture that advances meaningful design and positively impacts everyday life. With a global audience of over 400 million and a jury composed of leading architects and cultural figures, the program highlights practices that are shaping the future of the built environment.

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This distinction further strengthens 1PAX’s position as a forward-thinking design studio dedicated to redefining mobility through innovation, research, and passenger-focused design strategies.

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About the Architizer A+Awards

The Architizer A+Awards is the world’s largest awards program focused on promoting and celebrating the year’s best architecture. Its mission is to nurture the appreciation of meaningful design and champion its potential to improve everyday life. Through its global platform, Architizer connects architects, clients, and audiences, showcasing the most impactful work worldwide.

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