The American Institute of Architects, Committee on the Environment (AIA COTE®), in partnership with the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA), have selected the recipients of the 2025 AIA COTE Top Ten for Students Competition in two categories: Foundation Level and Upper Level. The competition recognizes ten outstanding projects, along with one honorable mention, that meaningfully address the impacts of climate change. These creative designs imagine a healthy, sustainable, and equitable future. The winning projects emphasize achieving net-zero emissions, adapting to resilient climate impacts, and addressing social and environmental inequities. View the 2025 winners > The AIA COTE® Top Ten for Students 2026 cycle is now open for registration. Learn more >