Debut Mideast architecture awards celebrate cultural innovation and sustainability, says jury chair
DUBAI: The inaugural Middle East’s Most Transformative New Buildings Awards by the Royal Institute of British Architects aims to highlight the region’s emerging architectural landscape, and showcase a blend of cultural sensitivity and innovative design principles.
This is according to jury chair Kerem Cengiz, who recently spoke to Arab News about the nuanced judging process that celebrates projects demonstrating exceptional contextual understanding and sustainable approaches.
“The key was not just evaluating buildings, but understanding how they speak to their environment,” said Cengiz.
The jury examined submissions across diverse categories, ranging from small boutique projects to large urban interventions, representing the region’s dynamic architectural ecosystem.
