The shortlists for the 2026 Global Branded Residence Awards (GBRA) have been revealed ahead of the virtual ceremony on 2nd October. More than 150 entries from across the world were submitted for the inaugural Global Branded Residence Awards. Entries have been judged independently by a panel of experts who work across the industry, representing branded residences, hospitality, real estate, investment, design, branding, development, and advisory services. Judges were looking for clear evidence of impact, innovation, quality, and measurable results.
Entries which best fulfilled the relevant category criteria, as scored by our judges, have now progressed to shortlists. The judging process involved a thorough evaluation of each entry, with judges assessing the submissions based on their ability to demonstrate clear evidence of impact, innovation, quality, and measurable results. This rigorous evaluation process ensures that only the most exceptional branded residences are recognized and rewarded. Three awards have been judged by a public vote. On the 2nd October at 1pm BST, the winners of all award categories will be broadcast via a virtual ceremony.
The shortlisted entries for the 2026 Global Branded Residence Awards include Best Interior Design nominees such as Karl Lagerfeld Residences Lisboa, Nujuma, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residences, and The Residences at InterContinental Phuket Resort. These nominees showcase exceptional interior design, with a focus on luxury, comfort, and attention to detail. The Best Interior Design category is highly competitive, with each nominee demonstrating a unique and innovative approach to interior design.
For Best Architecture/Exterior Design, nominees include Aroeira Collections by Missoni, Karl Lagerfeld Villas, and The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Bangkok. The Best Sales and Marketing Campaign category includes Proud Real Estate – The Residences at InterContinental Phuket Resort and You Agency – Ritz-Carlton Residences Sarasota Bay. The sales and marketing campaigns recognized in this category demonstrate innovative and effective strategies for promoting branded residences, highlighting the importance of creative marketing in the industry.
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Shortlisted Entries
The shortlisted entries for the 2026 Global Branded Residence Awards include a wide range of exceptional branded residences, each demonstrating innovation, quality, and impact. The nominees in each category have been carefully selected based on their ability to meet the judging criteria, and the winners will be announced at the virtual ceremony on 2nd October.
Regional Nominees
Regional nominees are also announced, with categories including The Americas: Best Branded Residence, Europe: Best Branded Residence, Middle East & Africa: Best Branded Residence, and Asia-Pacific: Best Branded Residence. These regional categories recognize the unique characteristics and strengths of branded residences in each region, and the winners will compete for the title of World’s Best Branded Residence.
The winners of all four regional awards will become the four contenders for the World’s Best Branded Residence. Public voting has now concluded across categories such as Future Concept and Innovator of the Year. The Future Concept category recognizes innovative and forward-thinking designs for branded residences, while the Innovator of the Year category honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry.
The Innovator of the Year category includes nominees such as Marloes Knippenberg, CEO, Kerten Hospitality, and Philippe Starck, co-founder, YOO Inspired by Starck. The Industry Icon category includes nominees such as Sonia Cheng, CEO, Rosewood Hotel Group, and John Hitchcox, founder, YOO. These individuals have demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in the branded residence industry, and their contributions will be recognized at the virtual ceremony.
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Awards Ceremony
The virtual ceremony will take place on 2nd October, where the winners of all award categories will be announced. Registration for the ceremony is available online. The awards programme is sponsored by Buildable and C1 Capital, with Future Hospitality Summit as the headline partner. For more information about the awards programme, contact Katie Houghton, VP of commercial partnerships for BHN.
The GBRA aims to recognize excellence in the branded residence industry, with a focus on innovation, quality, and impact. The awards programme provides a platform for industry professionals to showcase their work and connect with others in the field. By recognizing and rewarding exceptional branded residences, the GBRA promotes excellence and innovation in the industry, driving growth and development in the years to come.
The GBRA is an important event in the branded residence industry, bringing together industry professionals, developers, and designers to celebrate excellence and innovation. The awards programme is a valuable opportunity for industry professionals to network, learn about new trends and developments, and showcase their work. With its focus on innovation, quality, and impact, the GBRA is a leading authority on excellence in the branded residence industry.
