The UDI Excellency Awards

Recognising excellence in urban development and investment.

Ten categories celebrating the projects, organisations, and individuals defining the future of cities. Applications are reviewed by an independent jury; submission does not guarantee selection.

Gold award trophy on a dark navy background
Ten categories

A curated recognition programme.

01Urban Development Excellence
02Real Estate Innovation
03Sustainable Development
04Smart City Solution
05Architecture & Design
06Investment Impact
07Community Development
08PropTech Innovation
09Public-Private Partnership
10Emerging Development Company
Purpose

Recognise organisations and individuals whose work materially improves how cities function, invest, and grow.

Eligibility

Open to developers, cities, investors, technology providers, architects, contractors, and professional advisors.

Evaluation

Impact, innovation, quality, sustainability, and evidence of results, assessed by an independent jury.

Process

Applications open — shortlist — jury review — finalists announced — awards ceremony at the event.

Dates

Key dates will be published once the current edition's schedule is finalised.

Guarantee

Applications are reviewed. Submission does not guarantee selection or an award.