“Architecture is the only art form which has a direct, daily impact on the quality of human life” - Al-Ain, UAE, 6 November 2016

The Aga Khan Award for Architecture was created in 1977 to help revitalise the rich Muslim architectural traditions that were being lost in the modern world. His Highness the Aga Khan spoke about the impact and future direction of the award at the 13th prize-giving ceremony held on 6 November 2016 in Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates.   Click here to read the speech.