Portuguese architect Eduardo Souto de Moura has been named the architecture laureate for this year's Praemium Imperiale awards by the Japan Art Association.
The 72-year-old architect Souto de Moura was awarded the Praemium Imperiale 2025 for architecture for creating work that "resonates with its time".
"He is known for his belief that 'there is no universal architecture; everything is rooted in its own place', and he consistently creates work that resonates with its time and context," the Japan Art Association said.
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Eduardo Souto de Moura wins Praemium Imperiale for architecture
Portuguese architect named the architecture laureate for this year's Praemium Imperiale awards.
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17th Jul 2025