WADE ArchiDesign National Competition Project Submission Guideline

The WADE ASIA ARCHIDESIGN National Competition is one of India’s most respected recognitions for women architects, interior designers, and design professionals across the country. It offers a prestigious platform for participants to present their original work, design philosophy, and professional excellence before a distinguished jury and a national audience.

Each category is thoughtfully designed to identify and celebrate innovation, design excellence, and diversity of thought — giving participants visibility and recognition within the architecture and design fraternity.

🔸 Important Instructions for Applicants

  • It is mandatory for all Architects, Interior Designers and Students applying for the competition to fill the WADE Survey Form.
  • For first-time applicants, please make sure to:
    1. Check the Form-Filling FAQ Video before starting your application.
    2. Review all submission formats and project requirements carefully.
    3. Ensure that your project sheets and details meet the specified criteria before uploading.

COMPETITION CATEGORIES

  • YoungWADE Architect of the Year Award
  • Young WADE Emerging Interior Designer
  • Excellence
    1. Fascinating Facade
    2. Commercial
      • Commercial Architecture
      • Commercial Interiors
    3. Retail
      • Retail Architecture
      • Retail Interiors
    4. Residential (Above 3000 sft)
      • High-End Residential Interior Project (Villas, Bungalows, Appt, Group Housing)
      • High End Residential Architecture Project
    5. Residential (Upto 3000 sft)
      • Residential Interior Project – Individual Homes & Apts
      • Residential Architecture Project – Individual Homes & Apts
    6. Landscape
      • Landscape Public Spaces
      • Landscape Private Spaces
    7. Public Buildings
      • Administrative Buildings/Institutional Buildings/ Religious Buildings
    8. Industrial Buildings
    9. Hospitality
      • Hospitality Architecture Projects
      • High-end Hospitality Interior Projects
    10. Healthcare
      • Healthcare & Well-being Interior Projects
      • Healthcare Architecture Projects
    11. Sustainability
      • Most Sustainable design
  • WADE Best Use of Color Award
    1. Best Use of Color in Architecture
    2. Best Use of Color in Interior Design
  • WADE Best Use of Lighting Interiors Artificial Lighting
    1. Best Use of Light (Interiors)– Artificial Light
  • WADE Artist Award Painting
    1. Painting Young
    2. Painting Excellence
  • WADE Student Award
  • WADE Product Designer Award
  • WADE Photography Award
    1. Amateur Photographer
    2. Professional Photographer

COMPETITION CATEGORIES

1. Young Architect of the Year

Recognizing emerging architects under 40 who are redefining the future of architecture and design through their creativity, innovation, and vision.

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2. Young Interior Designer of the Year

Celebrating dynamic architects and interior designers under 40 who bring fresh thinking, functionality, and aesthetics into their projects, creating outstanding user-centered spaces with innovation and impact.

3. EXCELLENCE

Celebrating outstanding achievements in Architecture and Interior Design, the Excellence Awards honor projects that exemplify innovation, sustainability, cultural sensitivity, and creative design thinking. These awards highlight exceptional work that merges traditional and modern approaches, showcases thoughtful material use, and sets new standards of design excellence.

Categories of Excellence:

  • Fascinating Facade
  • Commercial
  • Retail
  • Residential (Above 3000 sft)
  • Residential (Upto 3000 sft)
  • Residential (Group Housing)
  • Landscape
  • Public Buildings
  • Industrial Buildings
  • Hospitality
  • Healthcare
  • Sustainability
  • Healthy and Safe Interiors

4. BEST USE OF COLOR

Honoring projects that demonstrate exceptional creativity and sensitivity in the use of color, this award celebrates designs where color enhances mood, defines character, and elevates the overall aesthetic experience. It recognizes the thoughtful use of hues to create contrast, highlight features, and bring depth and harmony to architectural and interior spaces.

5. BEST USE OF LIGHTING IN INTERIOR

Recognizing exceptional projects where lighting design enhances spatial experience and functionality, this award celebrates the innovative and effective integration of light within interior spaces. Open to all sectors — hospitality, residential, and commercial — it honors designs where lighting meaningfully transforms and uplifts the environment.

6. STUDENT

Recognizing the exceptional creativity and dedication of students in architecture and interior design, this award provides a platform for young talents to showcase their ideas, gain visibility, and connect with industry leaders.

7. ARTIST – PAINTING

1. Painting – Young: For artists under 40 years, showcasing emerging talent and fresh perspectives.

2. Painting – Excellence: Open to all ages, recognizing exceptional mastery and artistic achievement without boundaries.

8. PHOTOGRAPHY

1. Photography – Amateur: For individuals who pursue photography as a hobby or are emerging photographers.

2. Photography – Professional: For individuals who practice photography professionally or have significant professional experience.

DISPLAY OPPORTUNITY FOR PRODUCT DESIGNER

THE WADE ASIA encourages innovation and creativity in product design.

Eligible Product Designers will be offered:

  • • Exhibition space
  • • Showcasing opportunity

These opportunities will take place during the MATECIA Exhibition, providing designers with visibility and recognition among industry leaders and a wider audience.

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