Laureates
Discover the cities that have won the prize, from Bilbao in 2010 to London in 2026. Read each city's full citation to learn what made it stand out.
Last updated 2 September 2026
Prize Laureates
2026 Prize Laureate — London
London demonstrates how mature cities can continuously reinvent themselves through resilient governance and strategic infrastructure investment.
2024 Prize Laureate — Mexico City
Mexico City committed to uplifting the lives of its citizens through innovative urban initiatives, especially for the less privileged.
2020 Prize Laureate — Vienna
Vienna reinvented itself for success in the 21st century without losing its distinctive city identity.
2018 Prize Laureate — Seoul
Seoul transformed from a top-down city into the inclusive, socially stable and highly innovative one we see today.
2016 Prize Laureate — Medellín
Medellín overcame challenges of uncontrolled urban expansion and years of violence due to social inequalities.
2014 Prize Laureate — Suzhou
Suzhou met the multiple challenges of balancing economic growth with protection of cultural and built heritage.
2012 Prize Laureate — New York City
New York City reinvented and rejuvenated itself through PlaNYC — a blueprint for a greater and greener city.
2010 Prize Laureate — Bilbao
Bilbao demonstrated an integrated and holistic approach in urban transformation.