The Aga Khan Award for Architecture: A global story dating back to 1977

LISTEN HERE!The Aga Khan Award for Architecture (AKAA) was established in 1977 by His late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV with the aim of identifying and encouraging building concepts that successfully address the needs and aspirations of communities in which Muslims have a significant presence. Three guiding values shaped the Jury’s process and selection: transcendence, pluralism and progress. The latest round of winners were announced earlier in 2025 – read about the full l