Agrilife24.com:Inspired by the dynamic, water-shaped landscape of the Bengal Delta, the 'Delta Award for Architecture' reflects the region's unique geography and ecological context. Symbolizing a fertile environment for growth and creativity, the award aims to promote climate-resilient innovation, contextual design, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility across Bangladesh's built environment.
The DELTA Award for Architecture commenced its journey to recognize excellence in innovative, sustainable, and context-responsive building design across Bangladesh. On Tuesday, November 10, an award ceremony was held at Hall 2 of the International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB), Dhaka, where awards and Honorable Mentions were presented to selected architectural projects and architects across various categories. The overall award proceedings were led by Awards Director Ar. Dr. Nabanita Islam. The entries were meticulously evaluated by an independent five-member Jury Board: Ar. Saif ul Haque, Ar. Prof. Md. Rafiq Azam, Ar. Md. Ehsan Khan, Firdous Azim, PhD, and Ar. Niklaus Graber from Switzerland.
Winning Projects under ‘The Delta Sustainability and Resilience Award’ Category:
• Kobita Kunjo: Winner - Jubair Hasan Architects (JHA)
• Rupgaon: Winner - Perceive
• Interim House: Honorable Mention - Roofliners_Studio of Architecture
Honored Projects in ‘The Delta Contextual and Social Impact’ Category:
• Meer Manzil: Winner - Indigenous
• Chawk Bazar Public Spaces & Park: Winner - FORM.3 Architects;
• ARA’s Office, Hazaribagh: Honorable Mention - Atelier Robin Architects
• Stha-Kalpa Office: Honourable Mention - Stha-Kalpa Architects
• Al Falah Jame Mosque: Honourable Mention - DWm4 Architects
• RAJUK Kancha Bazaar: Honourable Mention - Tarique Hasan and Associates Ltd.
Beyond project recognition, the Delta Award is deeply committed to honoring individual architectural excellence. Ar. Md. Didarul Islam Bhuiyan was honored with the prestigious 'Delta Architect of the Year' award. In tribute to outstanding lifetime contributions to the architectural landscape of Bangladesh, the late Ar. Raziul Ahsan Khandaker was posthumously conferred the 'Delta Lifetime Achievement Award'.
Honored Books and Authors in the 'Delta Architectural Scholar Award' Category:
A separate three-member Jury Board comprising distinguished architects and academics evaluated the submissions for the 'Delta Architectural Scholar Award'. The jury panel included Ar. Mahmudul Anwar Riyaad, Ar. Dr. Sheikh Serajul Hakim, and Ar. Aida Hassan.
Honored Books and Authors/Editors in the 'Delta Architectural Scholar Award' Category:
• Winner: Ar. Dr. Adnan Zillur Morshed - for his authored book "Shamsul Wares: An Architecture of Elemental Modernism”
• Honorable Mention: Ar. Dr. Mahbubur Rahman - for his authored books "OLD BUT NEW : NEW BUT OLD"
• Honorable Mention: Ar. Dr. Catherine Daisy Gomes - for her authored book "Disaster Resilient Modular CORE Shelters of Ethnic Communities in the Chittagong Hill Tracts Area".
Following the awards, the 'Delta Festival of Architecture 2026' will take place at ICCB from November 12 to 14 under the direction of Festival Director Ar. Tahmida Afroze. The festival opens on November 12, bringing together architects, developers, project stakeholders, industry representatives, policymakers, academics, professionals, and students.
The three-day festival (November 12 to 14) will feature specialized Masterclasses, panel sessions titled 'Trendsetters of Bangladesh', and project presentations by Delta Award winners and commendation recipients.
The Masterclasses will be led by distinguished figures:
• Ar. Dr. Sajid Bin Doza (Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, BRAC University) - Masterclass on sketching, visualization, and creative thinking.
• Ar. Asif Salman (Architect, Photographer) - Masterclass on focal length and lens impact in architectural photography.
• Wakilur Rahman (Artist, Curator) - Masterclass exploring the intersection of art, design, and architecture.
The 'Trendsetters of Bangladesh' segment will spotlight internationally acclaimed and pioneering architects discussing contemporary practices, sustainable design philosophies, creative concepts, and professional journeys. Featured speakers include:
• DWm4 Architects: Visionary architect Mahmudul Anwar Riyaad, innovative designer architect Mamnoon Murshed Chowdhury, and aesthetic spatial artist architect Shaoki Shamim.
• FrameWork: Trailblazers of young contemporary architecture architect Faisal Kabir (Himun) and pioneer of sustainable modern design architect Anup Kumar Basak.
• Ehsan Khan Architects Ltd: Aga Khan Award nominee, creator of iconic national landmarks, and internationally renowned architect Ehsan Khan.
• Nakshabid Architects: Master of context-sensitive design harmonizing nature and local culture, celebrated architect Bayejid Mahbub Khondker.
The festival will also host an exhibition of architectural books from Bangladesh alongside digital showcases of internationally and nationally acclaimed architectural projects.
This event is being jointly organized by ARCHICONNECT, and Conference & Exhibition Management Services (CEMS-Global). The ‘31st Build Bangladesh International Expo 2026’ serves as the host platform for this initiative, with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) - the private sector arm of the World Bank Group - acting as the strategic partner.
