IIA KERALA STATE AWARDS 2023

Indian Institute of Architects state award is the most prestigious and authentic recognition for outstanding architectural practices in Kerala. It is organised by the IIA Kerala Chapter and hosted by IIA Kollam Center for the year 2023.

CALL FOR ENTRIES

IIA Kerala State Awards 2023 encourages meaningful participation of IIA Members and intends to encourage, acknowledge, appreciate and honour their contribution towards building an architecturally responsible future for all its citizens.

For any Queries related to Entry Submission

Ar. Ayyappan Gouthaman
Coordinator - Registrations Committee, +91 97450 93450

SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES:

10 DECEMBER 2023 | 10.00 AM ONWARDS

EXTENDED DATE FOR SUBMITTING ENTRIES:

15 JANUARY 2024 | 10.00 PM

AWARD CATEGORIES

RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (SINGLE DWELLINGS)

Single Family Dwellings, Bungalows, Villa, Mansions, Farm houses etc.
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS (MULTI DWELLINGS)

Multi-Family Dwellings, Group Housing, Multi-Storied Apartments, Gated Communities
PUBLIC BUILDINGS (INDUSTRIAL /ASSEMBLY BUILDING)

Factory Buildings, Workshops, Transport Terminals, Toll Plaza, Amusement, Recreation, Social/Religious building, Theatres, Motion picture hall, Cinemas, Assembly halls, Auditoriums, Exhibition halls, Art galleries, Museums, Libraries, Sports complex, Stadium etc.
COMMERCIAL PROJECTS

Corporate/Office Buildings, Business and Commercial Centres, Shopping Centres, Malls etc.
HOSPITALITY PROJECTS

Hotels, Resorts, Clubhouse.
INSTITUTIONAL PROJECTS

Educational/Institutional Buildings, Healthcare Projects, IT Park
INTERIOR DESIGN PROJECTS – RESIDENTIAL
INTERIOR DESIGN PROJECTS - NON RESIDENTIAL
CONSERVATION PROJECTS

Adaptive Reuse, Retrofitting / Restoration of Old and Heritage sites/structures, Renovation
PUBLIC SPACE

Any project (public or private), as a whole or a part of it that incorporates elements/spaces envisaged for public use may be considered under this category. It could be an area or a space that is open and accessible to all, regardless of gender, age or socio-economic level that include, but not limited to, public gathering spaces such as plazas, squares, parks or even connecting spaces, such as sidewalks or streets meant for public use. The project must be currently available for public use to be eligible for nomination.
RESPONSIBLE ARCHITECTURE

Any architectural project (public or private structure/space) or initiatives that have demonstrated a sense of responsibility towards the different fabrics of the society such as social, cultural, environmental, economical, etc. and influenced /enlightened/benefitted the public through this intervention shall be considered under this category. The projects should have had a positive response to the societal fabrics through their uniqueness. The application entry should include a write-up that elaborates the arguments in favour of consideration under this category.
ACADEMIC /RESEARCH PAPERS

The Nominations/Applications are invited from the architects on original concise Architectural Research papers, either published or not published, relevant to architecture and design practice, theory, management and education. Research papers concerning any aspect of Architecture or Design are eligible. Any research methodology is acceptable. It is intended to reward outstanding research papers, enhance research on architecture and design in cultural and commercial contexts, promote academic writing skills, and promote research engagement.

Research papers will be judged on the following criteria:

Significance of the research problem.
Presentation of the relevant literature.
Design of the study (i.e., appropriateness of methodology, selection of specific techniques and/or tests).
Conduct of the study (i.e., application of methods of data collection).
Analysis and presentation of the data (i.e., quality of analysis, logic of findings)
Appropriateness of the conclusions.

Submission Requirements

Two versions must be sent. One with, and one without, author names(s) and Institution/organisation in pdf format.
If submitting a published paper, proof of publication details has to be attached along with the submission.
If submitting an unpublished paper, a declaration stating that the authors have taken due care and attention to ensure the integrity of the research reported in this article, and that the contents of the article are – to the best knowledge of the authors – true and that the article does not misrepresent any facts are to be submitted. It should also include that all co-authors of this manuscript are aware of, and in agreement with, the terms of this agreement and that these authors have approved the submitted manuscript
The author may submit more than one paper.
The papers/ research work has to be written in English and of 2000 – 5000 words. The research may be based on their ongoing or completed research.
The papers/ work sent for the research category does not need to be original. It may have been published elsewhere. However, the work must be the author’s own work.
In order to ensure the quality of the unpublished papers, the applicants are required to submit a plagiarism check report along with the submission, the limit for which has to be less than 15%.

Facts file for Research entry:

Name of author/s
Name of journal/publication
Date of publication
Name of author/s institution
Any other marks of identification

ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS

Unique details or features or components that, together or as an independent entity, form the architectural style of built environments which includes any part of the building, but excluding product design (furniture).
UNBUILT ARCHITECTURE PROJECTS

Designed but not built as on date. The projects will have to be actual proposed projects with a real site, following the relevant rules and regulations. Documental proof like LOA (Letter of appointment), building permit or similar has to be submitted in this regard (Proof to be uploaded along with the fact file). Hypothetical projects will not be entertained.
LANDSCAPE PROJECTS – A

Small scale projects with site area up to 1 acre
LANDSCAPE PROJECTS – B

Large scale projects with site area above 1 acre

TIME PERIOD

The IIA State Awards for Excellence in Architecture-2023 shall cover projects completed ( in Kerala) between 01 January 2016 and 31 December 2023.

ENTRY DOCUMENTS

The submission process is entirely ONLINE, through the dedicated website – www.iiakeralaawards.com

The participants are requested to upload the following Documents:

1.TEXT

Project Description (500 words maximum)- highlighting the project programme, site, context, planning, concepts, zoning, planning, challenges, opportunities, details, materials and solutions.

500 words maximum, A4 Size, Text Colour: Black, Font: Arial, Font Size: 12
Document should be in the English Language
Do not display architects or firm's identity
A single file in PDF Format (Max 10 MB in size)

2.VISUAL

A. Photographs of the project

MaxImum 15 nos
Do not display architects or firms identity.
A single file in PDF Format (Max 100 MB in size)

B. Sketches and Drawings

Maximum 15 nos ( Drawings- plans, sections, elevations, 3d views, model images, diagrams, sketches)
Do not display architects or firms identity
A single file in PDF Format (Max 50 MB in size)

3.DECLARATION FORM

A single file in PDF Format (Max 5 mb in size)

FACT FILE

The fact file has to be printed if needed in the later stages of the shortlising. Matters to be filled in fact files to be as below

Name of Applicant
IIA registration number
Name of firm
Name of team members
Category (drop-down list)
Name of project
Location of project
Area in square meters
Duration/Completion

1. Please note that in the submitted (entries) drawings, reports and documents, participants should NOT mention/print/stick their name or firm name, logo, IIA membership number, or any other identifying mark. Having such identifications shall lead to the cancellation of entry.

2. Entry form to be filled online. The architect will have to keep their resume, office profile, passport size photograph, valid COA certificate and IIA certificate ready to upload.

3. A self-attested DECLARATION from the participant stating and confirming that the project is an original work of him or his firm and not of others, completed within the given period and further that no actions are pending against the said projects in any statutory authority concerned about any irregularity about the project.

Please Note:

1. In case of any entry submitted by a Partnership firm of Architects, at least one of the firm’s partners must be a valid member of IIA.

Further, if such entry wins an award, the Award and Certificate shall be given in the name of the first-mentioned name of a valid IIA member of the firm.

2. A member can send one or more projects/entries in any relevant categories. A separate set of Entry Forms & mandatory enclosures shall be filled and submitted online for each entry/project.

3. In the cases of rehabilitation, conservation, renovation or restoration projects, entries must include detailed documentation/images showing the prior existing structure. In the cases of Research category entries, - either published or non-published - Original Architectural Research Studies shall be submitted in soft copy (pdf). Two versions must be sent, one with, and one without, author names(s) and Institution/organisation.

4. In the case of Landscape Projects, the Plans/Photographs prior to the commencement of the Project are to be included.

5. The entry material sent to IIA for the AWARDS will be retained as a property of IIA. The Indian Institute of Architects shall be free to publish the entries in the Institute’s publication, display the same in the Exhibitions organised by the Institute, telecast through a media partner etc. The IIA shall entertain no claims for compensation or otherwise on any account.

6. Clarifications, if any, may be sent by email to iiakeralaawards2023@gmail.com

ENTRY FEES

Architects Above the age of 30 – Rs 3540/- (Rs. 3000 + 18% GST) per entry
Architects up to the age of 30 (born on or after 31 January 1993) –Rs. 2360 (Rs. 2000 + 18% GST) per entry

Payment may be made via the online payment gateway during the submission of entries.