The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) announced the winners of the 2025 Design-Build Project/Team Awards in Las Vegas during the Design-Build Conference & Expo, celebrating teams whose work exemplifies Design-Build Done Right®. From small community facilities to multi-billion-dollar infrastructure, this year’s honorees represent the nation’s most outstanding examples of design-build excellence, showcasing how collaborative innovation is reshaping the built environment.
Project of the Year: Kansas City International Airport New Single Terminal and Garage
The 2025 Design-Build Project of the Year was awarded to the Kansas City International Airport New Single Terminal and Garage, delivered by design-builder Clark/Weitz/Clarkson with architect SOM and engineers SOM and Henderson Engineers.
Completed 60 days early and $45 million under budget, this $1.5 billion progressive design-build (PDB) project replaced three aging terminals with one modern facility. The new terminal demonstrates how technical mastery and human-centered design can work in harmony by featuring 19 permanent art installations from local artists, 80 percent local vendors and $320 million in contracts awarded to minority- and women-owned firms.
This inclusive approach blends advanced systems integration with community-driven design, creating a facility that runs with precision, reflects Kansas City’s identity and serves as a transformative gateway for travelers and residents alike.
