Compiled and prepared by MALIK MERCHANT

The website News from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA.Com) reports that “in a significant encounter today [January 7, 2024], Prince Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Riyadh Philanthropic Society for Sciences and Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Prince Sultan University, welcomed Farrokh Derakhshani, the Director of the esteemed Aga Khan Award for Architecture. This award holds a distinguished reputation in the realm of architectural design.

“The meeting between the two influential figures delved into the architectural brilliance prevalent in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Moreover, discussions centered around potential collaborations between Prince Sultan University and the Aga Khan Award for Architecture.

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“Beyond exploring partnership opportunities, the participants engaged in dialogue about fostering cooperation and sharing insights between the Aga Khan Award and the Prince Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf City Humanization Award. This convergence of minds signifies a promising step toward advancing architectural excellence and mutual learning in the field.”

The following are the buildings from Saudi Arabia that were shortlisted or received the Aga Khan Award for Architecture in previous years (please clik on links for photographs and details):

• 1978-1980 Cycle – Intercontinental Hotel & Conference Centre, Makkah (Mecca)
• 1981-1983 Cycle – The Hajj Terminal, Jeddah
• 1987-1989 Cycle – Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Riyadh; Hayy Assafarat Landscaping; Corniche Mosque, Jeddah; and Al-Kindi Plaza, Riyadh
• 1993-1995 Cycle – Great Mosque, Riyadh
• 1996-1998 Cycle – Tuwaiq Palace, Ryadh
• 2008-2010 Cycle – Wadi Hanifa Wetlands, Riyadh
• 2014-2016 Cycle – King Fahad National Library, Riyadh

Related external links:

• Urdupoint: Prince Sultan University’s Board Of Trustees Chair Receives Director Of Aga Khan Award For Architecture
• Saudi Press Agency: Prince Sultan University’s Board of Trustees Chair Receives Director of Aga Khan Award for Architecture

Date posted: January 14, 2024.

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