Rifat Chadirji Prize 2026

The Right to Landscape

Reclaiming Land and Sustaining Lives in Sahl Al Khiam, Lebanon

Open until 31/07/2026

The Rifat Chadirji Award invites landscape architects, architects, and urban planners worldwide to propose a landscape led recovery vision for Sahl Al Khiam in Southern Lebanon. The valley, an agricultural lifeline endured occupation and recurrent bombardment, remains vital to the livelihoods, ecology, and identity of the Khiam community. Despite extensive damage, the Sahl survives as a rare space of continuity and refuge.

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Discover the context, vision, and objectives of the Rifat Chadirji Prize 2026. Learn about the landscape of Sahl Al-Khiam, the challenges facing it, and the role of design in shaping its recovery.

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Access the complete competition brief, including site information, design requirements, submission guidelines, and evaluation criteria. Everything you need to begin your proposal is included.

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Register to participate in one of the leading international open-ideas competitions. Secure your entry, receive updates, and submit your proposal through our Tamayouz website.