The award is recognizing outstanding achievements in architecture and design. Out of more than 3,900 submissions from 57 countries, three projects by Rieder received international recognition – a strong testament to the consistent combination of architectural quality and lived sustainability.

The Tofino Fish Pier was built in 1962 at the edge of the picturesque harbor in downtown Tofino and originally functioned as a shrimp and salmon processing facility. Over the following years, the facility was expanded multiple times, including the addition of a large ice plant that supplied deep-sea fishing vessels along the west coast of Vancouver Island with ice. Today, the pier is one of the last remaining purpose-built wooden ice plant buildings on the west coast – a relic of British Columbia’s once-prominent maritime industrial heritage.

Rieder’s glassfibre reinforced concrete elements offer an innovative and sustainable solution for cladding parking structures. A recent design impressively shows how aesthetics, function, and resource conservation can be intelligently combined.

In an era where resource scarcity, climate change and energy efficiency heavily influence architecture, durable, low-maintenance and sustainable materials are more vital than ever. Rieder's glassfiber reinforced concrete meets those demands impressively: it is weather- and fire-resistant, long-lasting, only 13 mm thin, and flexible. Plus, it requires minimal maintenance. Its strength lies not just in its technical performance, but in combining functionality with creative design freedom. A wide range of colours, textures and shapes offers versatile, customisable design possibilities.

By acquiring a limited-edition miniature of the artwork A Google Tree (Weinsbergpark Chestnut Bonsai), the Rieder Group makes a powerful statement about its cultural commitment and openness to forward-thinking digital art forms. The original piece – a collaborative project by Certain Measures and Clement Valla – is a life-sized sculpture of a tree, based on a 3D data interpretation from Google Earth. The project critically explores how pervasive technologies like Google Maps shape our perception of the natural world.

From March 13 to 15, 2025, the "Turn On" architecture festival will once again take place at the ORF RadioKulturhaus in Vienna – now in its 23rd edition. Under the overarching theme "The Opportunity in Crisis," the festival will explore current challenges and opportunities in architecture. It will highlight key building projects such as residential construction while also addressing fundamental architectural themes like space, materiality, and structure.

A facade cladding with Rieder formparts made it possible to preserve the original building structure of a dilapidated town house while simultaneously implementing the progressive design concept by the architects at Faerber. The durability of the Rieder facades significantly contributes to a reduction of the ecological footprint.

The apartment house Solstice on the Park by architecture firm Studio Gang, led by Jeanne Gang, proves that the fusion of a high-rise building and climate-friendly construction is possible. The facade cladding of concrete skin anchors the building in the surrounding municipal area.

To cut down on waste in the production of glassfibre reinforced concrete facade elements and minimize environmental impact, the innovative facade concept scrapcrete was developed in collaboration with the design studio Certain Measures. Using data-driven analysis and generative design techniques, production offcuts are intentionally reused. At the heart of the concept is digital software that tracks leftover materials and develops project-specific design options. These so-called offcuts – leftover pieces from the production of glassfibre reinforced concrete panels – are systematically catalogued and given a new life. Rather than being thrown away, these materials are repurposed into new applications and aesthetically enhanced.

The exterior facade of Graz Central Station, installed in 2013, is an impressive example of long-lasting architecture. Over twelve years after completion, the facade panels still stand out for their quality, technical performance and appearance, despite heavy use at this busy transportation hub. Simple cleaning is enough to preserve the excellent condition of the Rieder elements.

Right at the Port of Hamburg – where wind and rain are part of daily life – the prevention centre by BGW and VBG makes an architectural statement of resilience and care. Its monolithic-looking glassfibre reinforced concrete exterior functions like a custom-made shield against the elements, uniting sculptural form with functional precision. About 17,000 m² of custom formparts and flat large-format panels by Rieder in six warm red tones merge technology and aesthetics into a durable solution that meets weather-resistance, lightweight construction, and ease of installation in an exposed location.

“If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.” – This Confucius quote was symbolically embraced at the Best Workspaces Award 2025 presented by Callwey Verlag. The award recognised modern work environments that go beyond functional offices: spaces that inspire, connect, and put people’s well being front and center. The top 50 projects from German-speaking regions were featured in the book Best Workspaces 2025. Among them is the new Rieder Campus glemm21 in Maishofen, which earned one of three special acknowledgments.

In an era where sustainable and healthy building is increasingly becoming the norm, materials with transparently tested environmental and health compatibility are gaining attention. With the IBO quality seal from the Austrian Institute for Healthy and Ecological Building, Rieder’s facade elements carry a recognised certification that fully meets these demands.

These durable concrete elements maximize the building's service life while simultaneously modernizing its exterior with an architecturally sophisticated design.

The entrepreneur of the Rieder Group from Austria is delighted to be able to spend the 2019/2020 semester at the renowned Harvard University in Cambridge, MA.

Inspired by the success of Silicon Valley, a scientific and technological center is being built south of the French capital. Facade panels and formed parts by the glassfibre reinforced concrete specialist Rieder from Austria were used on two important infrastructure buildings. The concrete skin facade with the new sharp-edged fomparts at the two energy centers in Moulon and Polytechnique is not only an architectural highlight, it also impressed planners and developers with its durability and ecological performance.

To lay the groundwork for a resilient future, Rieder invested in a sustainable company headquarters in Maishofen. For nearly 20 years, the family-owned business has been internationally successful with the production of glassfibre reinforced concrete facade products.

Facade design for skyscrapers today is about much more than aesthetics. Rieder’s three-dimensional formparts show how modern design, thoughtful functionality, and energy performance can work together in perfect harmony.

With the construction of its new corporate headquarters in downtown Innsbruck, Tiroler Versicherung is making a bold statement for future-oriented, responsible architecture. The design by architecture firm DIN A4 brings together ecological innovation and energy-efficient design in a high-profile urban location, demanding top standards both aesthetically and functionally.

Sustainability is no longer a voluntary extra – it’s now a vital driver for business, politics, and society. The big questions of our time call for transparent answers and concrete action. How can we produce in a more resource-efficient way? How socially responsible is a company? How do we handle emissions and human rights?

A new mixed-use district is emerging on the site of the former Neustadt freight station in Bremen, combining historical structures with modern urban planning. Acting as a link between Neustadt and Woltmershausen, the area plays a key role in the city's development. The first completed building, the six-story "Spurwerk," marks the beginning of this transformation and gives the district a distinctive identity. Westphal Architects designed a development along Carl-Francke-Straße with a striking edge to the space, creating a strong sense of place. A crucial element is the Spurwerk’s facade, which reflects the architectural concept of layering and dynamism while ensuring a distinctive urban presence through its materiality and design. The facade not only reinforces the character of the building but also symbolizes the connection between tradition and innovation – a guiding theme for the entire district. The complex construction required tailored solutions, realized with custom-made glassfiber reinforced concrete formparts from Rieder.

One City Park in Bradford, England, draws attention with its striking architecture. The building’s curved design and forward-thinking concept create significant interest. For Sheppard Robson Architects, sustainability and the needs of people were paramount in the design. The facade of the complex features 1,700 glassfibre reinforced concrete elements from Rieder, making a distinctive design statement. The sandstone-colored concrete components serve as both an architectural feature and a key element in creating a sustainable, visionary work environment.

With the successful sale of the infrastructure division to the Leube Group, the leasing of the old company premises and the focus on the architecture division, Rieder was able to pave the way for a global and even more eco-friendly future. Step by step, the company has been working on restructuring in recent years to be able to continue to operate successfully on the global market. Over 20 million euros are being invested in a sustainable company campus in Maishofen. glemm21, the new company headquarters with a modern working environment, was developed in cooperation with Vitra. For this purpose, communication channels, spatial relations and many other requirements were analysed. This resulted in an overall concept for flexible work zones, spaces for focused individual work, creative work, group coordination, meeting rooms, informal spaces and much more.

At the TRIO in Bern, concrete facades in many different forms - regarding load-bearing and design - play the starring roles. And formparts from Rieder are the flexible all-rounder.