Author: ed. Davidson C Cynthia, ed. Serageldin Ismail
Place: London
Publisher: The Aga Khan Award for Architecture
Year: 1995
Pages: 176
ISBN: 1-85490-443-4
Source: Donated by Aga Khan Award for Architecture
Subject: Architecture
Sub-Subject: Islamic Architecture
Keyword: Architectural History, Islamic Architecture
Classification: 720
Shelf: C4R1
Accession No: B293
Contents: Preface Introduction: Architecture Beyond Region Watering the Garden Spirituality and Architecture Critical Discourse for Creative Transformations, Report of the 1995 Award Master Jury Recipients of the 1995 Aga Khan Award for Architecture A Critical Social Discourse A Critical Architectural and Urbanistic Discourse Innovative Concepts Looking Back, Looking Forward: The Award in Perspective The Architecture of Architecture Relevance, Excellence and Other Criteria Members of the 1995 Award Steering Committee, Master Jury and Technical Review Members Technical Data
Abstract: Architecture Beyond Architecture: Creativity and Social Transformations in Islamic Cultures – The 1995 Aga Khan Award for Architecture examines architecture’s role as a driver of social and cultural change in Islamic societies. It explores the integration of creativity, spirituality, and community development beyond regional styles. Through critical analyses by the 1995 Award Master Jury, the book showcases innovative architectural and urban concepts addressing social challenges while honoring heritage. Highlighting the transformative power of architecture to promote social cohesion and sustainability, it features award recipients’ insights and situates the Aga Khan Award within the global architectural context, reflecting on past achievements and future prospects.