Liu Jiakun, a 69-year-old architect from Chengdu, China, has been awarded the prestigious Pritzker Architecture Prize for his innovative approach to architecture that emphasizes community and human needs. He is the second Chinese recipient of the award, following Wang Shu in 2012. Liu's notable projects include the West Village in Chengdu and the Sichuan Fine Arts Institute in Chongqing. He focuses on a methodological approach rather than a recognizable style, aiming to harmonize traditional architecture with modern technology.