Jena, September 01, 2026 – The countdown is on: Property owners have exactly one month left to apply for this year’s Facade Award with their new construction or renovation projects within the city area. The submission deadline for the 34th Jena Facade Award and the Special Award for Energy Efficiency is September 30, 2026.
- Action: 34th Jena Facade Award & Special Award for Energy Efficiency
- Application Deadline: Until 30.09.2026
- Total Prize Money: approx. 10,000 Euros in prize money and non-cash benefits
- Jury Meeting: 04.11.2026
- Award Ceremony: 14.12.2026 at the Jena City Hall
- Official Information: Facade Award of the City of Jena
Appeal to property owners for timely submission
The city calls upon all eligible property and homeowners to submit their successful construction measures in time. The search is on for monument-compliant renovations, high-quality new buildings, and innovative energy solutions. Public buildings are excluded from receiving prize money. The award aims to recognize the private commitment of owners who take responsibility for their buildings and an attractive cityscape in Jena.
Civic engagement of sponsors and energy efficiency
Numerous regional sponsors have been supporting the competition since 1993. This year, they are again providing a total of around 10,000 Euros in prize money and non-cash benefits. Supporters include the Sparkasse Jena-Saale-Holzland, IBA GmbH, HI Bauprojekt GmbH, and numerous other local companies and private individuals. In addition to aesthetic design, there is a clear focus on sustainability: The Special Award for Energy Efficiency honors projects that exemplarily combine sophisticated architecture with renewable energies and energy-saving technologies.
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Background: Building Culture and Urban Development in Jena
The Facade Award is a central instrument of urban development in Jena to honor private investments in the existing building stock. The external appearance of buildings significantly shapes the urban climate and quality of life in the Saaletal. By specifically promoting energy efficiency and monument-compliant renovation, the city has been setting important impulses for a sustainable and future-proof building culture for over three decades.
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