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Aga Khan Architecture Award 2026 Cycle

Key Information

Organisation

AKDN

Status

Open

Application Deadline

1 Dec 2026

Program Type

Prize

Amount

USD 1,000,000

About this Program

A massive $1M prize pool cycle rewarding architectural excellence that impacts Muslim societies.

Benefits & What You Get

Share of $1,000,000 prize pool; global architectural prestige; AKDN network.

Eligibility

Projects completed in the last 6 years globally that serve Muslim communities.

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