Recognitions and Features: Abraham John Architects in the Press
We are truly grateful for the recognition our work has received, from AD100 listings to international design awards. These moments celebrate the collaborative journey we share with our clients, partners, and our dedicated team.
We are grateful to be featured on the cover of Surfaces Reporter magazine. The story delves into our work on architecture, public spaces, and our solution-oriented visions for Mumbai.
The AD100 list is here! We are bursting with gratitude to be included in Architectural Digest's prestigious list of the top 100 designers and architects for 2025.
A note of thanks for our inclusion in the AD100 2025 list. We are a multidisciplinary practice fueled by a passion for design and an obsession with detail, and we are grateful for the recognition.
Our feature in the AD100 2025 list, highlighting our rooftop restaurant project in Manhattan and our philosophy of creating spaces that harmonize with their surroundings.
Black and white portraits from our AD100 feature. It's an honor to be celebrated for our work, and we're excited to keep pushing boundaries and creating with our amazing clients and collaborators.
Posing with our Asia Pacific Property Award. It's a proud moment for our team, and receiving this award for a single residence project feels incredibly special.
Another shot from the International Property Awards ceremony. This award is a testament to the hard work and creative vision of our entire team.
On stage receiving the Asia Pacific Property Award. We are pumped and excited to be recognized on such a prestigious international platform.
A candid photo from the awards night. Moments like these are a wonderful celebration of the collaborative effort that goes into every single project.
The scene at the Asia Pacific Property Awards. It was an inspiring evening spent among talented peers in the design and architecture community.
About In The Spotlight: Awards & Press
These accolades are the result of an obsession with the tiny details that most people never see. When we won the Asia Pacific Property Award for a single residence, it was not for grand gestures, but for the way we integrated the structure with the existing site trees. We focus on the stitch just as much as the skyline because that is what truly makes a building stand the test of time and earn this kind of notice.
Awards like AD100 and the International Property Awards are more than just shelf space. They act as a benchmark for our approach to architecture. Whether we are designing a luxury villa in Goa or a public urban space in Mumbai, the process remains rooted in the same philosophy: designing with nature, not against it.
Why Design Recognition Matters
Recognition from platforms like Architectural Digest or the International Property Awards validates our 'multidisciplinary' approach. We do not just design boxes. We look at architecture, interior design, landscaping, and urban planning as one fluid conversation. When a jury or editorial board acknowledges our work, they are acknowledging a project that has successfully balanced sustainability with luxury and site-specific needs.
The Human Element Behind the Awards
Each award on our wall represents a specific client who trusted us with their vision. For instance, being recognized for our rooftop restaurant in Manhattan or a private residence in the tropics isn't just about the final image. It is about the hundreds of hours spent debating material choices, optimizing airflow for natural cooling, and ensuring the flow between indoors and outdoors is seamless.
We believe good design is inherently sustainable. If a space is designed well, it lasts longer and requires less intervention. Our awards serve as a reminder that when you listen to the land and the people who will inhabit the space, the recognition follows naturally. We are constantly learning, sharing these insights at symposiums like the ID Symposium and the DesignScape Summit, and using that knowledge to improve the built environment of the cities we call home.
Abraham John Architects
We are Alan and Anca. We run our studio with a shared passion for creating spaces that feel as good as they live. We do not just build; we try to fix and improve the city around us, one project at a time.
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