The Diversity In Architecture Award, Dedicated To Women Architects, Selects Five Finalists
(DIVIA), the Diversity in Architecture award, dedicated to women architects, selects five finalists. The field of architecture has traditionally been male-dominated, with women often facing barriers and obstacles in their careers.
On the other hand, there has been a growing movement towards recognizing and appreciating the accomplishments of women architects, and the Diversity in Architecture (DIVIA) Award is a great illustration of this trend.
The naming of the five women who will compete for the DIVIA Award, which is awarded on an annual basis to acknowledge outstanding achievement in the field of female architectural practice, just took place. The award was established to celebrate the achievements of women architects and to promote inclusivity and diversity within the architectural community. It was also intended to serve as a call to action.
From a total of 29 candidates, the Diversity in Architecture Award (DIVIA) committee has narrowed the field down to five finalists for the honor. The candidates hail from a variety of regions across the globe. Each of them has made important contributions to the subject of architecture while simultaneously fostering an inclusive and diverse environment in their respective bodies of work.
Katherine Clarke and Liza Fior are co-founders of the London-based architecture and urban design practice, muf architecture/art. Their work focuses on public space and the relationship between architecture, art, and urbanism. Clarke and Fior have been recognized
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Noella Nibakuze is a Rwandan architect and founder of the Kigali-based architecture and design studio, NIYO Culture. Her work focuses on promoting cultural heritage and sustainable design in Rwanda. Nibakuze is also a strong advocate for women in architecture and has been recognized for her efforts to empower women and girls in her community.
Marta Maccaglia is a Peruvian architect and co-founder of the Lima-based architecture firm, 51-1 Arquitectos. Her work focuses on sustainable architecture that integrates traditional and contemporary design elements. Maccaglia has also been recognized for her efforts to promote gender equality in the architecture profession and her advocacy for social justice in architecture.
May al-Ibrashy is an Egyptian architect and founder of the non-profit organization, Athar Lina (Our Heritage). Her work focuses on preserving and promoting cultural heritage in Egypt through architecture and urban planning. Al-Ibrashy is also a professor of architecture at the American University in Cairo and has been recognized for her efforts to promote sustainability and social responsibility in architecture.
Tosin Oshinowo (Nigeria): Tosin Oshinowo is a Nigerian architect and founder of cmDesign Atelier, a Lagos-based architecture and interior design studio. She is known for her innovative designs that integrate African cultural elements with modern architecture. Oshinowo is also a strong advocate for women in architecture and has mentored and inspired many young women to pursue careers in the field.
The Diversity in Architecture (DIVIA) Award is an important recognition of the contributions of women architects to the field of architecture. The five finalists for the award are all accomplished architects who have demonstrated a commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity in their work.
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Their achievements serve as an inspiration for women architects around the world and highlight the importance of continuing to work towards greater gender equality in the industry.
