Three Qatar projects shortlisted for World Building of the Year award

The striking new Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies (QFIS) complex in Education City, along with two other architectural projects in the country, have been shortlisted for the prestigious title of 2015 World Building of the Year.

Some 338 projects from 46 countries have advanced to the final round of the award selection process, with nominations divided into 30 categories. The winners will be announced at the World Architecture Festival, which will take place in Singapore from Nov. 4-6.

QFIS has been shortlisted in two categories – religion and higher education. Built over three years by Qatar Foundation, the complex opened in March.
 
 
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Source News: Doha News