Bata Shoe Factory wins 2025 LOOP Design award

The LOOP Awards celebrate excellence in architecture, interiors, product and graphic design from around the globe and the Bata Shoe Factory was selected from hundreds of entries submitted from 49 countries. This honour highlights the project’s success in combining architectural innovation, environmental responsibility and community-driven design.

The Bata Shoe Factory in Batawa transforms a historic industrial landmark into a vibrant mixed-use hub that combines commercial spaces, educational facilities, a daycare and 47 rental residences designed for families, aging-in-place and affordability. Community amenities, including event and exhibition rooms and a rooftop terrace with sweeping views, reinforce its social sustainability. Inside, the design honours the building’s heritage with an exposed concrete column and sculptural steel staircase, complemented by terrazzo flooring, wood paneling and locally sourced furnishings. With geothermal energy, a high-performance envelope and eco-friendly materials, the project blends history, community and sustainability in a modern, welcoming environment.