Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — The Architecture and Design Commission announced on Tuesday that registration for the prestigious King Salman Charter for Architecture and Urbanism Award is officially open. This award aims to honor projects within the built environment that embody the principles of the King Salman Charter for Architecture and Urbanism, encouraging excellence in architectural and urban design.

The award is structured around three categories: built projects, unbuilt projects, and projects by university students, catering to a wide range of participants including project owners, design firms, and students. Submissions will be judged by a panel of esteemed architects, with evaluation based on specific criteria tailored to each category.

Interested parties are invited to register their projects through the award's official website by February 17, 2024, at https://engage.moc.gov.sa/kscau. The award highlights the commitment to fostering a unique urban identity that aligns with values of authenticity, continuity, and sustainability, mirroring the vision of King Salman bin Abdulaziz for urban development. Launched in December 2021, the King Salman Charter articulates the King's ambition to promote a modern urban identity that contributes to creating meaningful and lasting legacies.