ADO - India's Biggest Architectural & Design Contest for Students

Are you an aspiring architect?

In a world where energy efficiency is a drive towards sustainability, we are calling architects of the future. For an innovative and a more greener world, we bring the 6th edition of AIS Design Olympiad. Register for ADO 6.0, a contest that will enable you to showcase your skills and raise the bar of your talent.

Our Curators

Ar. Vivek Bhole

Principal of Neo Modern Architects, Curator and National Jury Member, AIS Design Olympiad
"It is an architect’s duty to design structures that prioritize environment friendliness. This becomes increasingly crucial in a world where phenomena like Climate Change and Global Warming pose significant threats to our planet.This year’s ADO theme is specially curated to challenge you to think differently to design a energy museum to charter India’s green energy efforts and future goals. This platform allows you to gain exposure early on in your professional journey."

Ar. Karl Wadia

Senior Design Principal - Architect Hafeez Contractor, Curator & National Juror - AIS Design Olympiad
"Commitment to reducing carbon footprint is the need of the hour for each person. As an architect, we have to lead from the front with respect to creating sustainable designs which align with India’s net zero goals.With ADO 6.0, budding architects are given the platform to express themselves creatively, as also understand and blend designs to achieve green architecture"

Gratification

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Win your share of a ₹1 lakh prize pool!

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Opportunities to intern with renowned firms.

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See your work showcased on our website, in our newsletters, and on social media!

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Credits will be given to winning designs if chosen and executed by a firm.

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This is your chance to impress industry leaders and land your dream internship!

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Chance to showcase your skills to the renowned stalwarts from the industry

Evaluation Criteria

  • Express your design ideas in maximum of 30 slides presentation (16:9 ratio)- 20 mins each team. The presentation should include design concept, architectural drawings, renderings, details about sustainability features (site level and building level)
  • Include a green materials list and construction details (if any innovative technology is used to reduce construction energy) and environmental impact in 1-2 slides within your presentation.
  • A detailed sustainability plan outlining the energy efficiency measures, renewable energy systems, and green building materials proposed for the project.
  • Calculations and statements for compliance with zero energy building requirements–Energy Rating System Index, Energy conservation code, Energy use intensity, etc. are to be included in the submission. Elaborate on decarbonization and calculation of other zero energy design strategies within the design and the processes that surround it.
  • Brief description of the project in (2 nos. of A4 pages).
    1. Site Area should be between 5-10 acres.
    2. Designed for 2000-5000 max visitor capacity/day at max peak.
    3. The Ground coverage should be 40%.
    4. Participants should follow the local by-laws or the National Building Code.
    5. The Design should be constructed using Green Innovative material, partially or entirely.
    We suggest material details be featured on 1-2 slides highlighting:
    1. Material chosen and the reason for choosing them.
    2. The impact of opting for green material instead of conventional construction material, in terms of cost savings, energy efficiency, worker well-being and sustainability.
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