qatar design awards competition entry criteria

QATAR DESIGN AWARDS
COMPETITION ENTRY CRITERIA
The Qatar design awards recognise and reward outstanding interior design and architecture projects within
Qatar. The awards are open to interior designers, developers, operators and architects for design projects
located within Qatar. The competition is open to all project types, existing or under-construction.
If you would like to enter the awards please read this document carefully before selecting which categories
you are interested in. Please email [email protected] when you are ready to enter the Qatar Design
Awards 2015.
QATAR DESIGN AWARDS ARE PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY:
HEADLINE SPONSOR
Astad Project Management provide superior project management services across the region for complex and
challenging infrastructure and building projects. Formerly known as the QP Onshore Engineering Department – Special
Projects Division and in collaboration with Contracts, Planning, Cost and other support departments within QP, ASTAD
Project Management has been delivering prominent high profile buildings and facilities in Qatar since 2002.
OFFICIAL AIRLINE
Qatar Airways is the national carrier of the State of Qatar and the Official Airline of the IQ Exhibition.
OFFICIAL HOTEL
The W Hotel, Doha, is a 5* luxury hotel located in West Bay, Doha. It is the venue for Qatar Design Awards and
Official Hotel for IQ.
SUPPORTING PARTNER
VCUQatar propels the holistic development of great artists, designers and scholars to build vibrant communities
and diversified economies. A member of VCUQatar will also be joining the judging panel.
SUPPORTING PARTNER
Qatar Green Building Council (QGBC) QGBC was launched in 2009 by Qatar Foundation to promote and
equip a sustainable building industry. A member of Qatar Green Building Council will also be joining the judging
panel.
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Hospitality Design Partnership have a wealth of experience covering all aspects of the hospitality, retail and
service industry and are involved in many interiors projects for a number of high-profile 5* resorts & hotels. A
member of Hospitality Design Partnership will also be joining the judging panel.
SUPPORTING PARTNER
The Association of Professional Interior Designers is one of the largest networks of leading qualified interiors and
design professionals from all corners of the world.
SUPPORTING ASSOCIATION
The American Institute of Architects has been the leading professional membership association for licensed
architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners since 1857.
SUPPORTING PARTNER
Qatar University is the national institution of higher education in Qatar. It provides high quality undergraduate
and graduate programs that prepare competent graduates, destined to shape the future of Qatar.
SUPPORTING PARTNER
EC Harris is the leading global natural and built asset design and consultancy firm, helping clients make the most
from their investments. A member of EC Harris will also be joining the judging panel.
ESSENTIALS
JUDGING
A judging panel of regional and international experts will take into consideration seven key elements:
APPROPRIATENESS & CONTEXT
Do the designs deliver the key requirements of the client brief and does it achieve and enhance its
functional objectives?
AESTHETICS & PRESENTATION
The overall aesthetic quality will be judged, including use of colour, texture, and how the design project is
presented from the initial concept stage.
CREATIVITY & INNOVATION
Has the project used new trends, features, techniques and/or technologies?
SUSTAINABILITY
Does the design take into account green building principles and elements? Have recycled products been
used, and were they sourced locally?
ADAPTABILITY
Outline how the project provides for adaptability to building technology changes and user demands. This
should be described as a point of difference.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Describe how the project demonstrates tangible economic, environmental and social dividends.
PROJECT VISION AND INNOVATION
Describe, using specific examples, the ways in which the development displays innovation in the project
concept and in overcoming site or development complexities. This should be described as a point of
difference.
COMPETITION TIMELINE & ENTRY FEES
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
JUDGING:
SHORTLIST ANNOUNCEMENT:
AWARDS CEREMONY:
9th November 2014
23rd November 2014
7th December 2014
1st February 2015
US$ 150.00 PER DESIGN PROJECT ENTRY, THE ENTRY FEE INCLUDES*:
FOR SHORTLISTED NOMINEES
AND HONORABLE MENTIONS:
FOR WINNING ENTRIES:
A ticket to the Awards Ceremony
A framed Certificate
Marketing and PR opportunities
A ticket to the Awards Ceremony
A trophy and framed certificate
Marketing and PR opportunities
*Note: the entry fee is non-refundable for unsuccessful entries.
QATAR DESIGN AWARD CATEGORIES & CRITERIA
BEST CORPORATE FACILITY
(Offices and corporate facilities of any size)
BEST CULTURAL, INSTITUTIONAL AND/OR EDUCATIONAL FACILITY
(Art Galleries, Cultural Centres, Libraries, Museums, Places of Worship, Schools, Colleges, Universities)
BEST HEALTHCARE FACILITY
(Clinics, Hospitals, Medical Centres, Medical Laboratories, Pharmacies, Surgeries, Wellness Centres)
BEST HOTEL AND/OR RESORT
(Independent/Boutique Hotels, International Chains and Resorts only)
BEST RESIDENTIAL UNIT
(Free Standing Properties Only. Mansions, Palaces, Villa’s)
BEST RESTAURANT/F&B OUTLET
(Bars, Lounges, Restaurants)
BEST RETAIL OUTLET
(Boutiques, Showrooms, Stores,)
BEST SPA/RECREATIONAL FACILITY
(Day Spa, Independent Spa, Hotel/Resort Spa’s, leisure facilities, sports projects, community recreational areas)
BEST ART INSTALLATION
This award recognizes any artist, museum or entity who has displayed their exhibit in a way which is fitting to its
surrounding and has demonstrated innovation, creativity and individualism, whilst also actively contributing to the
community. The art installation / exhibit / display must be based in Qatar.
BEST SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVE
(BREAM, ESTIDAMA, LEED, etc. certified projects across all categories)
BEST PUBLIC AND / OR MUNICIPAL SPACE
This award recognises innovation within a public or municipal space. Projects either under-construction or completed that are
eligible to enter this award category include: Airports, Public Facility, Embassies, Fire Stations, Government Buildings, Performing
Arts Centres, Police Stations, Sports Buildings and Stadiums.
BEST MIX USE DEVELOPMENT
This award recognises innovation in a mixed use development. For the purpose of the award, a mixed use
development is a development that comprise of at least three uses of the following: office, retail, residential, tourism
and leisure, community facilities, logistics/warehouse, distribution or high technology.
BEST LANDSCAPE
This award recognises innovation within an outdoor space and landscaped environment. For the purpose of the award, the
following are eligible to enter the category: Golf Courses, Hotels, Mixed Use Outdoor Spaces, Parks, Resorts, Private Gardens,
and Residential Community Gardens/Landscapes.
BEST INTERIOR DESIGNER
This award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated innovation and flare within the guidelines of the client
brief. Nominations for the award should acknowledge innovation, timelessness, aesthetic significance and inspiration
within the interior designer’s body of work. The projects and designs submitted must be based in Qatar for
consideration.
BEST ARCHITECT
This award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated commitment to dynamic yet feasible design and
architecture that harmonises with its surrounding. Nominations for the award should acknowledge innovation,
timelessness, aesthetic significance and inspiration within the architect’s entire body of work. The projects and designs
submitted must be based in Qatar for consideration.
BEST YOUNG ARCHITECT – IN PARTNERSHIP WITH QATAR UNIVERSITY
This award recognizes one of the Qatar’s most promising young architects and his/her commitment to strong design,
innovative solutions and progressive projects. Nominations for the award should acknowledge the potential within the
candidate, not necessarily his/her demonstrated body of work. Note: This category is only open to the students of
Qatar University
BEST YOUNG DESIGNER – IN PARTNERSHIP WITH VIRIGINIA COMMENWEALTH UNIVERSITY, QATAR
This award will recognize one of Qatar’s most promising young interior designers who has consistently delivered
innovative, original and effective design solutions across any sector. This category is open to students within Qatar, or
those who are working on a Qatari based project. Note: This category is only open to the students of VCU Qatar.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Project Description
Provide a written submission for your entry, providing a brief description of the project, details or
the client brief, how the finished project met the client’s brief, and any other relevant information
pertaining to the 7 main judging criteria detailed on the previous page. Maximum 1,000 words.
Floor plans
Please provide 1-3 floor plans of the project, without your company’s name or logos. Floor-plans
to be provided in JPEG, JPG, or GIF format only (Resolution 300dpi)
Project Images
Provide 5-8 images of the completed project, without your company name or logos. Images to be
provided in JPEG, JPF or GIF format only (Resolution 300 dpi)
All supporting documentation should be sent in a zipped folder, labelled with your project name
and company name, via large-file delivery website (such as We Transfer) to:
[email protected]
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