Kamil Khan Mumtaz

Kamil Khan Mumtaz
Born1939 (age 86–87)
Alma materArchitectural Association School of Architecture, London
OccupationsArchitect, educator, author
AwardsTamgha-e-Imtiaz (1993); Sitara-e-Imtiaz (2019)

Kamil Khan Mumtaz (born 1939) is a Pakistani architect, educator, and writer, known for his work in integrating traditional Islamic and regional architectural principles with contemporary design. He has been influenced by the Traditionalist School, especially by Martin Lings, whom he knew personally. He is considered one of the key figures in developing a distinct identity for modern architecture in Pakistan. He also served as the head of the National College of Arts (NCA) in Lahore and is a founding member of the Society for the Environmental Protection of Pakistan.

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