The Aga Khan Award for Architecture announces the shortlist of 19 projects selected for the 16th cycle of the award on June 5, through a press release and social media campaign. Denso Hall Rahguzar Project is among the 19 shortlisted projects.
From pioneering Pakistan’s first female architect to redefining humanitarian design, Yasmeen Lari’s legacy of sustainable, community-led architecture earns her the 2025 Lisbon Triennale Millennium bcp Lifetime Achievement Award. A true architect of change.
Yasmeen Lari is honoured to be nominated for the King’s Foundation 2025 Innovation in Practice Award. This recognition fuels her mission to empower communities through sustainable, self-built architecture. Together, we can build a future rooted in resilience and dignity.
Qatar Living.com publishes an article on HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, officially inaugurating Qatar’s national pavilion at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, held in the historic Giardini della Biennale in Venice, Italy. Designed by internationally acclaimed Pakistani architect Yasmeen Lari, the pavilion reflects Qatar’s commitment to sustainability, cultural dialogue, and innovation in the built environment.
Community Centre designed by YL—one of the standout projects featured in Monisse’s Monocle article, “We Need to Talk About Architecture. At this year’s Venice Biennale, a few nations got the message.” The structure, unveiled by Qatar Museum explores how hospitality and inclusivity inform architectural spaces across the Middle East and South Asia—highlighting the region’s deep-rooted cultural values through contemporary design.
During the pre-opening events of the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia, HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, led a series of landmark ceremonies, discussions, and celebrations on May 8, culminating in the unveiling of Community Centre — a temporary installation designed by architect Yasmeen Lari and the Heritage Foundation of Pakistan.
A children’s painting competition was held at Clifton Sabz Gali by HF, celebrating creativity and environmental awareness. Winners were awarded prizes by ladies from the Nisa Foundation, adding inspiration and encouragement to the joyful event.
A Celebration of Craft and Sustainability at Heenat Salma Farm- Heenat Salma Farm proudly opens its latest exhibit, “Built by Many Hands, a Pavilion’s Tale”, a moving homage to traditional craftsmanship, community effort, and environmentally conscious design. At the heart of the exhibit is the 6 LOG Cluster, an innovative structure developed by the Heritage Foundation, showcasing sustainable construction techniques rooted in vernacular architecture.
In a refreshing step towards sustainable urban spaces, the newly inaugurated Clifton Sabz Gali is already drawing enthusiastic crowds. Developed by HF, this vibrant eco-street features green installations, pedestrian-friendly design, and community-focused aesthetics. Adding a heartfelt touch to the festivities, a local blind girl serenaded visitors with her soulful singing, earning admiration and applause from onlookers. Sabz Gali stands as a symbol of inclusive, sustainable progress in the heart of the city.
Architect Yasmeen Lari was introduced by AIA Gold Medalist Dean Deborah Burke. Lari delivered a 45 minute Paul Rudolph Annual Public lecture to a packed hall and overflow areas in the iconic Paul Rudolph school of architecture building. The audience consisted of admission aspirants, students and faculty members belonging to different fields at Yale University as well as a large online audience. The lecture was extremely well received with an extensive question and answer session. The post lecture reception was well attended by all participants. Later a dinner was held in her honour. It was hosted by Dean Burke and consisted of famous architects from New Haven, New York and the Bay Area.
