Bayejid Mahbub Khondker is a Bangladeshi architect and the Principal Architect of Nakshabid Architects, a Dhaka-based practice celebrated for thoughtful, context-driven, and socially meaningful design. Over the past two decades, he has delivered projects ranging from mosques and educational campuses to large-scale residential, commercial, and urban developments.

His architecture blends modern thinking with cultural identity, showing deep respect for community and environment. His work has been recognized internationally, including the RIBA International Awards for Excellence 2024, CAA Social Impact Commendation 2024, and the UIA 2030 Award (by UIA & UN-HABITAT).

He has also received the JK Cement Architect of the Year Awards’ Foreign Countries’ Commendation (31st & 33rd editions), and been shortlisted for the Abdullatif Al Fozan Award for Mosque Architecture (4th Cycle, 2020–2023), Kohler Bold Awards 2022, and ArchDaily Project of the Year in consecutive years, 2023 and 2024.

Beyond practice, Bayejid is deeply engaged in mentoring and discourse, committed to creating architecture that enriches lives, connects people, and leaves a lasting cultural imprint.

Tanya Karim is a Partner Architect at the esteemed architectural firm Tanya Karim N R Khan and Associates (TKNRK). She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology in 1990 and stands out as an educator, entrepreneur, and philanthropist.

She is a registered architect of RAJUK (Capital Development Authority) and a fellow member of the Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB) where she currently leads as the Convener of Women in Architectural Practice. Additionally, she is a member of ArcAAB (Architecture Alumni Association, BUET) and holds a position as a board member of Bangladesh Women's Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BWCCI).

With an impressive 31 years of experience in architectural practice, Tanya Karim is a prominent figure in the architectural realm. Her firm, TKNRK, has garnered numerous awards, and their architectural projects have been featured in various international and local magazines. Tanya has led several international architectural tours, served as a visiting faculty member and advisor at prestigious institutions, and judged esteemed design awards such as the Berger Award for Interior Design, the KSRM Student Awards, IAB Interior Design Awards, and the Asian Paints Beautiful Homes Awards, among others.

Fluent in multiple languages including Bengali, English, Urdu, and Hindi, Tanya Karim continues to inspire and mentor emerging architects, bringing her extensive experience and visionary approach to the global architectural stage.