Copyright © 2025 Motivate Media Group. All rights reserved.
Three UAE projects are among the top twenty.
Three of the 20 projects shortlisted for the international 2019 Aga Khan Award for Architecture are located in the United Arab Emirates, more than any other country. The other projects under consideration for the US$1 million are from sixteen countries including Turkey, Russian Federation, China, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Iran, Lebanon and Uganda, among others. The prize-giving ceremony will be held in the historic city of Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russian Federation, in the autumn of 2019
A Master Jury of nine luminaries in the fields of architecture and design reviewed hundreds of nominations of projects that were completed between January 1, 2012 and December 31, 2017. Each project must have been in use for at least one year.
Unlike other awards for architecture, the Aga Khan Award was established in 1977 to identify and encourage building concepts that address the needs and aspirations of communities in which Muslims have a significant presence. It recognizes architectural excellence in the fields of contemporary design, social housing, community improvement and development, historic preservation, reuse area conservation, as well as landscape design and improvement of the environment.
The UAE projects under consideration for this prestigious award are:
Coryard with open doors, Concrete at Alserkal Avenue
© Aga Khan Trust for Culture / Photo: Cemal Emden
Outdoor square, Al Mureijah
© Aga Khan Trust for Culture / Photo: Cemal Emden
Part of the aviary, Wasit Wetland Centre
© Aga Khan Trust for Culture / Photo: Cemal Emden
Read more features here
Assouline’s new objects and home fragrances collection are an ideal complement to your reading rituals
What it will be like aboard the world’s largest residential yacht, the ULYSSIA?
A tribute to Galle Fort’s complex heritage, The Charleston blends Art Deco elegance with Sri Lankan artistry and Bawa-infused modernism
We unveil the story behind the iconic design of the much-loved Buddha Bar in Grosvenor House.
An Edwardian home in London becomes a serene gallery of culture, craft and contemporary design
Kader Mithani, CEO of Casamia, and Gian Luca Gessi, CEO of Gessi, reflect on the partnership between the two brands
Kintsugi in Abu Dhabi, situated in a seven-storey villa, offers the ultimate zen retreat
With sweeping views of the ocean and Burj Al Arab, this two bedroom royal suite offers a lush stay.
Designed by La Bottega Interiors, this penthouse at the Delano Dubai echoes soft minimalism
Studio SuCo transforms a villa in Dubailand into a refined home
Located in Al Barari and designed by BONE Studio, this home provides both openness and intimacy through the unique use of materials
Yasmin Farahmandy of Y Design Interior has designed a home for a creative from the film industry