Aga Khan Award

Aga Khan Award for Architecture is one of the most prestigious international prizes in the field, recognizing architectural projects that meet the needs of Muslim communities and set new standards of excellence in design, social development, and the conservation of the built environment. Established in 1977 by the Aga Khan, the award is presented every three years and has honored a wide range of projects — from community housing and educational facilities to cultural centers, mosques, and urban regeneration schemes — across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. The award reflects a commitment to architecture that serves people and place, celebrating work that enriches the cultural, spiritual, and social life of communities in ways that connect to themes of social housing, heritage, and sustainable architecture.