From a transit hub in Seoul to a shoreline installation in São Paulo, public art is having a global moment — and the CODAawards Top 100 proves it. This year's list spans continents, mediums, and scales, pulling together the most compelling collaborations between artists, fabricators, and commissioners working today. Each of these 100 projects is embued with meaning, connection, and local pride for the communities they are installed in. We're pleased to share a number of news outlets all around the world sharing the exciting news of their local art being nominated for the international CODAawards.
Arizona
Surprise Independent, July 15, 2026: Surprise seeking votes for art outside stadium
El Nuevo Dia, Radar Boricua, Repeating Islands July 17, 2026: Un coquí gigantesco es nominado como la mejor obra urbana en el mundo / A giant coqui frog is nominated as the best urban artwork in the world
Texas
The Cross Timbers Gazette, July 17, 2026: Art project in Lewisville up for international recognition
Virginia
Australia
Canada
France
France 3 Paca (Facebook), July 16, 2026: Avez-vous vu cette œuvre d’art au Pharo ? / Have you seen this artwork at the Pharo?
France 3 Paca (TikTok), July 16, 2026Avez-vous vu cette œuvre d’art au Pharo ? / Have you seen this artwork at the Pharo?
L’Essentiel Marseille (Instagram), July 16, 2026: L’œuvre monumentale Mar Nostro – Notre Mer vise un prix international. Alors, faites gagner Marseille ! / The monumental artwork Mar Nostro – Our Sea is aiming for an international prize. So, help Marseille win!
Header photo: 2025 People's Choice Winner, 2600 meters closer to the stars, by Daniel Castillo in Bogota, Colombia.