SANTIAGO – Wind, light, stone, timber and time. These are some of the essential elements that infuse the work of Mr Smiljan Radic of Santiago, Chile. He was announced the winner of the 2026 Pritzker Prize, architecture’s highest honour, on March 12.

Not imposing or commanding, his projects are instead understated and quiet, content to serve their purpose – be it a bus stop, winery or sculptor’s studio.