Designed by Egyptian architect, Islam El Mashtooly, ‘Resilient Gaza: A Landscape of Resistance’ was announced as the winner of the Ethics and Values WAFX Award in the World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2024, a festival that celebrates design and architecture projects tackling major world issues. “I believe the people of Gaza have shown the silent world a powerful message of living with dignity and resilience. Our work is dedicated to highlighting and amplifying this truth,” El Mashtooly told Egyptian Streets. El Mashtooly’s project, “Resilient Gaza: A Landscape of Resistance,” has been shortlisted among the world’s most innovative future architectural concepts at the 17th edition of the WAF. Competing in the “Future Project: Experimental” category, his project stands out among 33 categories that include residential, transport, and retrofit designs. The WAF is set to take place at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore from 6 to 8 November. Although the winners have already been announced, the event itself is still ahead. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a live-judged awards program and critique presentations. This year’s festival will also feature fringe events and activities such as workshops, an exhibition, and keynote…
Islam El Mashtooly’s Gaza Project Receives WAFX Award for Ethics and Values
August 14, 2024
