{"id":13570,"date":"2024-12-15T06:09:38","date_gmt":"2024-12-15T06:09:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/engineering.tiu.edu.iq\/architecture\/?p=13570"},"modified":"2025-09-02T15:07:42","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T15:07:42","slug":"the-winners-of-qalat-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/engineering.tiu.edu.iq\/architecture\/the-winners-of-qalat-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Winners of Qalat Awards 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

Prestigious Recognition for TIU Architecture Department<\/h2>\n

On November 30, 2024, the Qalat Awards celebrated exceptional architectural achievements, with Tishk International University’s Architecture Department earning significant recognition. The annual competition, organized by the Kurdistan Center for Arts and Culture (KCAC), aims to inspire innovative approaches to preserving and reimagining Kurdish architectural heritage.<\/p>\n

Distinguished Jury Participation<\/h2>\n

The competition featured an esteemed jury panel comprising 11 experts in architecture, cultural heritage, and sustainability from universities across the Kurdistan Region.\u00a0Mrs. Shino Abdullah<\/strong>, Head of the Architecture Department at TIU, served as a distinguished member of this prestigious jury, contributing her expertise to the evaluation process.<\/p>\n

TIU Award Winners<\/h2>\n

The department celebrated remarkable achievements by its graduates:<\/p>\n

Second Prize Winner<\/strong>
\nMina Arjuman for “Madrasa Qobahan in Amedi”
\nRecognized for innovative design approach to educational heritage preservation<\/em><\/p>\n

Third Prize Winner<\/strong>
\nDastan Othman for “Museum of Arab District”
\nHonored for creative cultural institution design<\/em><\/p>\n

Additional Recognition<\/h2>\n

Shortlisted Finalist<\/strong>
\nNoor Jafa (TIU Alumni, Research Assistant) for “Renovation of South Amedi”
\nAmong 12 finalists in the competitive selection process<\/em><\/p>\n

Honorable Mention<\/strong>
\nAra Ashti for “Renovation of Citadel Hammam and Mosque”
\nRecognized for exceptional restoration concept<\/em><\/p>\n

Competition Significance<\/h2>\n

The Qalat Awards represent:<\/p>\n