Edward Mazria wins AIA Gold Medal for 2021
American architect Edward Mazria has scooped the 2021 AIA Gold Medal prize in recognition of his unwavering voice and leadership in the architecture industry s fight against climate change.
The esteemed Gold Medal award, which is the AIA s highest annual honour, is given to architects in recognition of their contribution to the field.
The institute said Brooklyn-born Mazria was selected by the jury for his longstanding dedication to motivating the profession to enact positive change and take immediate action .
Mazria is the architect behind the Museum of Indian Arts and Culture. Photo is by Robert Reck