Women in Architectural Leadership Award
This category recognises a woman architect who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, professional excellence and meaningful influence on architecture and the built environment. The nominee must be at least 45 years of age as of 1 January 2026. The Jury will consider her leadership, professional achievements, institution-building, mentorship, industry influence, social and environmental impact, and commitment to inclusive practices.
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Eligibility
Valid COA Registration
Practicing Architects with a valid Council of Architecture (COA) registration certificate.
Eighteen Cities & Townships
Nominations accepted only from the 18 listed cities and their adjoining townships.
Completed Projects (2016–2026)
Projects completed within the last 10 years (2016–2026), from these 18 cities and adjoining townships.
Eligible Work Only
Conceptual, unbuilt, incomplete or litigated projects are not eligible for the awards.
Women Architects
Nominee must be a woman architect.
Age Requirement
Minimum age: 45 years, as on 1st January 2026.
Profile-Based Submission
Submission is profile-based, not project-based — see Requisite Documents below.
What the Jury Evaluates
Leadership
Professional achievements
Institution-building
Mentorship
Industry influence
Social and environmental impact
Commitment to inclusive practices
Requisite Documents
Professional profile and career summary (300 words)
Details of leadership roles and major achievements (PDF, up to 50 MB)
Portfolio of significant projects or initiatives (PDF, up to 50 MB)
Evidence of mentorship, institution-building or professional advocacy (PDF, JPEG or MP4, up to 50 MB)
Awards, publications and other recognitions (PDF, up to 50 MB)
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