ARCHITECTURAL INTERIOR DESIGN

Architectural Category

Discover design solutions that can positively impact your local communities. Your design can help solve the needs of the ever-declining nature, develop a strong connection between people and more.

Level of innovation and
integration of technology

Social and
economic impact

Environmental footprint
and impact

Energy utilisation

Human interactivity
and social needs

Colour and
light theories

Submission Criteria & Checklist

Theme

CONVERGE:
Glocal Design Solutions

Project Category

Open category

Project Layout Size

Below 10 acres

Participants Requirements

Diploma Year 3 students and onwards.

Submission Limit

1 Project ONLY

Submission Requirements

Project title and theme/concept
Design concept statement
Presentation boards (A2 size)
Labelling the presentation boards
Perspective images
Photographs
Colours

See Detailed Requirements And Specifications

SAMPLE PRESENTATION BOARD - ARCHITECTURAL CATEGORY All entry submissions need to include existing site photos (if applicable).

Project profile
- - Project name
- - Project category
- - Concept
Design statement.
Project plan and furniture layout plan.
Existing site photos
(if applicable).
Project elevation.
Explanation of the green elements and green paint products used in the project.
Perspective of the project in 3D
- - Students can label the perspectives accordingly.
Colour chips with the corresponding Nippon Paint colour codes and names.
Students should provide captions for selected perspectives to interpret the connection between the space and the concept.

Identifies clear and impactful project concepts and problem statements.
Displays effective and extensive research.
Demonstrates the ability to propose relevant and effective solutions to the design challenge.
Indicates critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Features originality, relevance and impact on users.
Prompters
Does your design successfully fulfil an innate human need or solve a problem?
Does your design facilitate better functionality and purpose for its inhabitants or visitors on a human scale?
Is your design able to deliver and demonstrate commercial or social values?
Does your design reflect ergonomic and environmental principles that sustain physical wellbeing?
Does your design offer alternative perspectives and/or ways of solving problems?

Site and Spatial Planning/Sensitivity:
The ability to deliver a layout plan which is sensitive to a specific context. The integration of appropriate design and planning of individual spaces must be tailored to the needs of users, with an emphasis on anthropometric and ergonomic principles.
Functionality:
Design is appropriate for its intended use and will create a positive change for the community and users.
Design impact:
Demonstrates significant impact on contemporary life and living environment; has strong social values and significance; actively contributes to the nurturing of the next generation and advancement of society as a whole.
Practicality:
Design is fit to deliver with materials and technology that are readily available in the market today.
Prompters
Could your design be implemented using processes, materials and technologies available or in development today?
Is your design a versatile one that supports people, activities and change?
Does your design stand the test of time, from both an aesthetic and physical point of view?

Displays a high level of originality and creativity.
Showcases the ability to deliver innovative and forward-driven interventions with the integration of technology.
Prompters
Does your design maximise or leverage tech-enabled connectivity and/or intelligence?
Is your design original in its execution?

Demonstrates the capacity to support the needs of people and the environment in a long-term and impactful approach. (e.g. climate and energy responsiveness) .
Displays an effective thought process and the use of renewable resources and life cycle throughout the development and maintenance of the design.
Displays long-lasting design and universality.
Prompters
Does your design consist of sustainable and eco-friendly elements which help preserve the natural environment?

Design is aesthetically pleasing and effectively integrates social and cultural aspects for the users.
Place-making: Creates opportunities for users to interact through the use of the space.

Demonstrates deep understanding of colours and its impact on users.
Showcases brilliant and creative use of colours as part of the design solution.
Showcases exceptional balance between colours, materials and aesthetic outputs.

Presentation showcases a high level of clarity, creativity and interactivity.
Presentation is cohesive and demonstrates a high level of understanding of the design challenges and solutions given are paired with appropriate visual aids, graphics and/or animations.
Presentation focuses on both your project deliverables and design philosophy, including the journey and concept.