MUSCAT – The award was announced at the Australian Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.
The museum was designed by Australian firm COX Architecture, and this award recognises their contributions to designing an architectural project that embodies environmental and cultural values and reflects the spirit of innovation in global architecture.

Jury chair Wei Jien Ito emphasised that this year’s participating works reflected a diversity of geographical, cultural, and environmental challenges, and that the winning designs were distinguished by the quality of materials, precision in detail, and harmony with the surrounding environment.

The Oman Across Ages Museum is one of the most prominent cultural projects in the Sultanate of Oman. It embodies the historical and cultural depth of the Sultanate of Oman by displaying a journey spanning more than 800 million years. It offers an interactive experience using advanced display technologies. Its architectural design is distinguished by its harmony with the terrain of the Al Hajar Mountains, with angular blocks emerging from the ground to reflect the natural character of the region.

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