NIMBUS 2011 DESIGN COMPETITION
“You see things; and you say, ‘Why?’ But I dream things that never were; and I say, ‘Why not?’”
- George Bernard Shaw
NIT Hamirpur presents ‘As you see it’- a unique design competition which will enable the students of architecture to explore and exploit the possibilities of how architecture of the future is going to transform. Here is a chance for you to let your imagination fly and design your own version of the future!
THEME :
The theme of the competition is ‘A HOME IN 2035′. As the name suggests, the participants are required to design a futuristic house, which should demonstrate the following:
- Spacing, structural and technological aspects for a future environment.
- Social, cultural and ecological aspects as modified for a future environment.
- ‘ALCHEMY-gold out of waste’ being the theme of Nimbus, the design should have a”Green” Building approach and sustainable Architecture.
DESIGN BRIEF :
The site is to be chosen as per the participants’ wish, and should be an existing site. The following ideas should be incorporated in the house design:
- Creative use of space (open, adaptable, flexible, movement, access, circulation, etc).
- Design features that can be easily adapted to meet changing lifestyle needs.
- Kitchens and bathrooms that facilitate ease of use and maintenance.
- Facilitates maintenance and control of the home environment (lighting, heating, ventilation).
- Enhanced functionality of indoor environment.
- Future proofing for appropriate renewable and low carbon technologies to be incorporated.
- Consideration for health, safety and security issues.
SPECIFICATIONS :
- Site area: 100 sqm.
- Ground Coverage: Maximum 60%
- Setbacks on all sides: 2m
- Maximum height: 6 mtrs
The details that have not been specified may be assumed.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMISSION :
- Site Plan
- Floor Plans
- Sections and suitable self-explanatory details
- Elevations either in the form of drawing or 3D rendering
- Brief note on concept and design approach-Not more than 200 words
- Any other suitable details or special feature of design proposal.
NOTE: A maximum of 5 A3 sheets to be used. Drawings may be handmade or printed.
LIGIBILITY :
Open to all undergraduate students of Architecture and Planning across the country.
TEAM COMPOSITION :
Maximum of 02 members.
REGISTRATION DETAILS :
- Name of the students
- Contact Number
- Year
- Name of the Institution
- Address of Institution
- e-mail id of student
IMPORTANT DATES :
- Registrations Open till : feburary 20th 2011
- Last date for Submissions : march 1st 2011