Poland Poland up for MIPIM awards

Norblin Factory in Warsaw, developed by Capital Park, has received a nomination in two categories: 'Best mixed-use project' and 'Best urban regeneration project'. Panattoni Danfoss BTO, also located in the capital, has been nominated as 'Best industrial & logistics project'.

The winners will be selected by both the jury and MIPIM registered delegates, with the votes to be cast online and at the event. In addition, the jury will award an additional prize – the ‘Special Jury Award’, for their favorite project of all. The winners will be announced at the MIPIM Awards ceremony on March 16th at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes. The finalists are from 22 countries, with France having the most shortlisted projects with six. China and Germany are next with four apiece, followed by Belgium, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States with three each. The 2023 meeting is expected to attract 23,000 delegates from over 90 countries.

In addition to the usual criteria, this year the jury is focused on how projects seek to enhance the built environment’s prospects in line with ESG goals. The six key criteria are sustainability, the integration of the project with its environment and community, the quality of the user experience, its economic contribution, the originality of the concept, and its architectural qualities. The categories include 'Best new development' with a total surface area of less than 150,000 sqm, 'Best new mega development' (more than 150,000 sqm), 'Best cultural, sports and education project', 'Best hospitality, tourism and leisure project' and 'Best refurbished building', among others.