The deadlines for the New European Bauhaus (NEB) Prizes 2026 and the NEB Boost for Small Municipalities have been extended to 22 March 2026 at 19:00 CET, giving applicants extra time to perfect their submissions.
Special Extension for International Applicants
International applicants to the NEB Prizes 2026 now have until 29 March 2026, 19:00 CET to submit their applications—extra time for innovators from Brazil and Japan to join this exciting opportunity.
How to apply
Applications for the NEB Prizes 2026 and NEB Boost for Small Municipalities should be submitted through the official New European Bauhaus Prizes platform. All the details about the application process are included in the respective Guides to Applicants available on the platform.
NEB Prizes 2026 Highlights
The NEB Prizes 2026 will award 13 winners for projects and concepts that exemplify sustainability, aesthetics, and inclusiveness. Each winning project will be awarded up to €20,000, while additional 14 runners-up will get €5,000 each.
This year, several exciting new features have been introduced:
- Expanded Horizons: Moldova now joins eligible participants, along with EU Member States, the Western Balkans, and Ukraine.
- Spotlight on Water: A new €20,000 prize for projects tackling water resilience challenges.
- Global Reach: Dedicated international track for Brazil and Japan: €20,000 for one winner per country, plus €5,000 for two runners-up.
- Accelerator Programme for Champions and Rising Stars: Finalists receive coaching, strategic guidance, and communication support to ensure their projects thrive beyond financial recognition.
- Updated Thematic Categories:
- Enhancing Circularity, Sustainability, and Innovation
- Strengthening Local Democracy and Inclusion
- Arts, Culture, and Heritage as Drivers of Change
- Enablers for New European Bauhaus Transformation
NEB Boost for Small Municipalities
The NEB Boost will reward 20 projects led by small municipalities across the EU, supporting initiatives that reflect NEB values, show strong community engagement, and demonstrate project maturity. Each winning project will receive up to €30,000 and a communication package to highlight their achievements.