The Mohamed Makiya Prize is open to individuals and organisations that promoted, encouraged, campaigned, or influenced directly or indirectly the advancement of architecture in the Middle East. The prize focuses on recent contributions rather than a lifetime’s achievement.
Objectives
– Recognise and celebrate contributions made towards the advancement of architecture in the Middle East and North Africa.
– Encourage individuals and organisations to contribute towards the transformation of the built environment and local communities.
– Annually celebrate the work and lasting contribution of Dr Mohamed Saleh Makiya through the prize.
The nomination is open to:
1- Organisation of any type: governmental organisations, non-governmental organisations, academic institutions, cultural centres, unions and architectural or non-architectural companies.
2- Individuals of any occupation that have direct or indirect influence, achievement or contribution to the advancement of architecture, including architects, designers, clients, engineers, educators, journalists, government employees, activists, planners, civil servants, conservation specialists, students, curators and organisation owners/directors.
Selection Craiteria
The winner will be selected by the Mohamed Makiya Prize judging panel. The selection will be based on the achievements or contributions made towards architecture between January 2020 and December 2025. Achievements or contributions include (but are not limited to): the promotion of architectural excellence; research with impact; publication; built projects; winning design competitions; and activity in a certain field, such as conservation, planning, campaigning, building regulations, services to the built environment, education, services/contribution to the community, and institutional excellence for organisations.
The Prize
The winner receives the Mohamed Makiya Medal, designed by Dr Makiya himself. This medal is given during Tamayouz’s biennial ceremony.
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