We stand at the threshold of a pivotal transition in India’s architectural landscape. In this transformational journey lies the Opportunity and Responsibility to pause, reflect and celebrate the masters who gave their life in curating the Nation’s Story and champion the vivid tapestry of Indian architecture. 

The Experience Centre aims to act as a symbol of unity for architecture that transcends time and lays the cornerstone for tomorrow’s architects. It hopes to offer a holistic space to learn, experience, create awareness around life, architecture, and its offerings, and inspire generations.

Design Objective

The Objective is to design a physical space which celebrates the diverse journey of Indian architecture through the past, present and future and pays tribute to the master who shaped those narratives. Participants are required to design a space that epitomises expressionism, experience, and simplicity. A Space that can transform people's perception of architecture through education, experience, and interaction. Where people can come and learn, innovate and share things at one place.

Site area: 1.5 acres, 6000m2

Location: Ahmedabad

The Program

Participants must design an experience center for 300 people at a time, on the given site of 1.5Acre (6000 Sqm). The proposed Experience Centre is conceived as a public space, representing the community at its core It should incorporate a powerful architectural expression as a symbol of unity through educative, experiential and interactive spaces. The program requirements include a memorial space commemorating Master Architects, exhibition spaces to demonstrate the journey of Indian Architecture, learning spaces for architectural enthusiasts and masses, a library, a cafe, and an open-air theater. Participants are encouraged to explore the design program beyond the given requirements and design a blend of open and semi open spaces. You can ignore technical considerations like Services.

Eligibility

Eligibility Everyone is welcome to participate in the competition, regardless of their profession or qualifications. You have the flexibility to submit multiple entries, but each entry must be registered with a separate email ID. Teams of up to three participants are allowed to participate.

Awards and Recognition

INR 70,000 + Certification+Publication

INR 50,000 + Certification+Publication

INR 30,000 + Certification+Publication

Top 15 Honorable Mentions + Certification+Publication

Schedule

Early Bird Registrations: 26th Jan 24 - 29th Feb 24

Standard Registrations: 01st Mar 24 - 31st Mar 24

Late Registrations: 01st Apr 24 - 30th Apr 24

Submission Deadline: 15th May 24

Result Announcement: 30th May 24

Jury Panel

Ar. Daraius Choksi, Studio Director, CCBA

Ar. Chandrakant K., Principal Architect, 4 Site Architects

Ar. Arjun Malik, Principal Architect, Malik Architects

Ar. Veerem Shah, Principal Architect, Design in Dukan

Ar. Snehal Suthar, Principal Architect, The Grid Architects

Ar. Bhadri Suthar, Principal Architect, The Grid Architects

Download the Competiton Brief here. Read more details on the competition's website. 

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