Aga Khan Award for Architecture

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The Aga Khan Award for Architecture, established and funded by Aga Khan IV to recognize architectural excellence and community improvement, including restoration efforts. It is the largest architectural award in the world. The program statement from the Aga Khan Development Network explains that their efforts focus on "societies in which Muslims have a significant presence." The award is also unique in that it awards projects and not just buildings, and as such takes into consideration broader impact.

The award is given in three year cycles to multiple projects and their architects. Though most projects are from the Muslim world, those involved are often from across the globe. The master jury and steering committee for each cycle are from an international pool of experts, who are not limited to architects, but also thinkers, scientists, artists, development experts, among others.

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