An exhibition showcasing outstanding student projects from leading UAE architecture universities, celebrating the creativity and vision of the next generation of architects.

This exhibition celebrates the innovation and talent of emerging architects through a curated selection of student projects from three RIBA-validated universities: Abu Dhabi University, Heriot-Watt University Dubai Campus, and Manipal Academy of Higher Education Dubai Campus, as well as two partner universities: American University of Sharjah and American University in Dubai.

Through a diverse range of projects, the exhibition highlights the depth of creativity, technical skill, and forward-thinking approach shaping the future of architectural design in the region. Visitors are invited to engage with fresh ideas and new perspectives that reflect the evolving landscape of architecture and design education in the UAE.

The RIBA Gulf student awards ceremony will take place on 7 November 2025, at the d3 Architecture Exhibition.

About The Royal Institute of British Architects:

RIBA is a professional body for architects based in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1834, it promotes the advancement of architecture through education, advocacy and recognition. The RIBA International Awards were established to celebrate architectural work from across the world that delivers social and environmental value. In 2025, RIBA launched its Middle East Award (GCC), extending its reach into the Gulf for the first time. The award highlights work being produced across the region and forms part of a wider effort to engage with global architectural discourse.