Doha, November 10 (QNA) - HE Minister of Municipality, Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah revealed on Monday the winning design for the State of Qatar's pavilion at Expo 2027 Yokohama, Japan. This announcement came at the conclusion of the Msheireb Design Competition 2025, which focused on designing Qatar's pavilion for the Expo.
The competition was organized through a tripartite partnership between the Ministry of Municipality, Qatar University, and Msheireb Properties, with the participation of students from the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning at the College of Engineering, Qatar University. The aim was to empower young talent and showcase Qatari architectural identity on the international stage.
The winning design was selected from among several shortlisted entries, which were academically supervised by Qatar University and artistically supervised by Msheireb Properties. It will officially represent the State of Qatar at Expo 2027 Yokohama, under the theme "A Vision for the Future of Happiness."
The winning design is based on Msheireb's architectural language, which embraces the latest sustainability standards and advanced urban planning solutions while preserving Qatari authenticity and identity. This approach reflects Qatar's pride in its cultural and environmental heritage through a modern interpretation that embodies Qatari architecture inspired by the country's architectural history, relying on innovative solutions and technologies that align with Qatar's stature and future aspirations.
This initiative also embodies the State of Qatar's commitment to strengthening its national identity and showcasing its architectural and cultural heritage on the international stage. This is achieved by integrating elements inspired by the authentic Qatari environment into the design, blending the aesthetic values ​​of traditional architecture with modern technologies and innovation. The result is that the Qatar Pavilion at Expo 2027 will be a symbol embodying its rich heritage and its aspirations for the future.
In his address on this occasion, HE the Minister of Municipality affirmed that this initiative stems from the fruitful collaboration between the Ministry and the academic and development sectors. It aims to cultivate a new generation of Qatari designers capable of creating sustainable architectural solutions that align with the aspirations of the State and Qatar National Vision 2030.
For his part, CEO of Msheireb Properties, Engineer Ali Al Kuwari commended this distinguished tripartite partnership, emphasizing that adopting Msheireb's design methodology, which blends authenticity and innovation, is a fundamental pillar in developing architectural projects that embody Qatar's urban identity.
He added that this partnership contributes to establishing the principles of sustainable and smart design that meet future needs and reflect the present in the best possible light, in accordance with the State's comprehensive vision.
During the event held at the Ministry of Municipality headquarters, HE the Minister reviewed the shortlisted designs prepared by students under the academic supervision of Qatar University and with technical collaboration from Msheireb Properties. The winning design was selected to officially represent the State of Qatar at Expo 2027 Yokohama.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, HE the Minister of Municipality announced that student Aya Al Rih, from the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning at the College of Engineering at Qatar University, had won first place, and that her design had been officially adopted for the State of Qatar's pavilion at the exhibition. Two other students also won second and third place, in recognition of their creativity and outstanding efforts. (QNA)