Marina Tabassum
Awards & Honours
6
Awards Won
3
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
2
Records
Marina Tabassum stands as a towering figure in contemporary architecture, particularly for her role in redefining sustainable design in South Asia. Her double win of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture is a rare feat that highlights her consistent excellence. Being the first South Asian to receive the Lisbon Triennale Lifetime Achievement Award marks a historic milestone for the region. Her inclusion in Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People list places her among the global leaders shaping the future of human civilization. These achievements are not just trophies; they represent a paradigm shift in how architecture addresses climate change and social equity.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Lisbon Triennale Lifetime Achievement Award
First South Asian recipient, recognizing her lifetime contribution to architecture.
Ekushe Padak
One of Bangladesh's highest civilian honors for contributions to architecture.
Gehry Chair
Held the prestigious chair at the University of Toronto.
Rankings & Lists
Prospect Magazine Thinkers List
Time 100 Most Influential People
Magazine Covers
Time
April 2024
100 Most Influential People
Wallpaper*
January 2026
Architect of the Year 2026
Records & Feats
First South Asian to Receive Lisbon Triennale Lifetime Achievement Award
Made history as the first architect from South Asia to be honored with this prestigious lifetime achievement award.
Double Aga Khan Award Winner
One of the few architects to win the Aga Khan Award for Architecture twice for distinct projects.