The 6th Cycle of the Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture

The sixth cycle of the Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture has officially launched, continuing its mission to recognize architectural excellence and advance sustainable values in mosque design.
This new cycle invites nominations for mosques that reflect thoughtful design, environmental responsibility, and a meaningful connection between place, community, and worship.
For All People: The Mosque as a Universal Sacred Concept

A new publication from the fifth cycle of the Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture explores the mosque as a universal sacred concept — a space of worship, belonging, and architectural meaning.
The book brings together reflections on mosque architecture, cultural identity, and the shared human values that shape sacred spaces across different contexts.
Journey from Home to Mosque: A Path Seen Through a Child’s Eyes

Journey from Home to Mosque: A Path Seen Through a Child’s Eyes was held as part of the ICMA-4 program in Istanbul.
The workshop guided children to explore how architecture connects home and mosque. Through storytelling and hands-on design led by Arch. Sura Al-Sabah, participants imagined and created their own Dream Mosque.
The International Architectural Competition for the Design of the Islamic Center

Turku, Finland
This global competition invites architects and designers to propose an innovative Islamic Center that reflects contemporary Islamic architecture and strengthens its cultural and spiritual presence in Finland.
4th International Conference on Mosque Architecture

The conference brought together architects, researchers, and specialists from around the world to discuss the future of mosque architecture, new design trends, and paradigm shifts.
It featured keynote lectures, research presentations, and rich discussions on innovation, identity, and contemporary challenges.
The Evolution of Minaret Architecture in Mosques

Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture, in partnership with the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, is organizing the Third Symposium on Mosque Architecture “The Evolution of Minaret Architecture in Mosques”
Architectural Excellence in Focus: 5th Cycle Evaluations Begin for Al Fozan Award

As part of the 5th cycle of the Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture, five distinguished experts in architecture, art, and the humanities are evaluating over 200 mosques from around the world. The process is guided by rigorous criteria and in-depth discussions, aiming to select a shortlist that reflects outstanding architectural merit.
The world’s first comprehensive guidelines and codes for the construction and development of mosques.

Under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh, Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance, and in the presence and honor of His Royal Highness Prince Sultan bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Special Advisor to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the […]
Strategic Partnership to Advance Mosque Architecture: Al Fozan Award and Zulfy Association Sign MoU

The Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Zulfy Mosques Association. The agreement aims to advance and model mosque architecture, and to jointly plan effective methodologies for sustainable mosque management
Al Fozan Award Signs MoU with UAE Society of Engineers to Enhance Architectural Collaboration

A memorandum of understanding has been signed between the Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture and the Society of Engineers in the United Arab Emirates. The agreement aims to explore avenues of collaboration between the two parties to enrich professional and practical engagement, exchange expertise in the field of architecture, and develop innovative, sustainable […]