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Participation Open till June 30th

35

No. of Years

11

Participating Countries

15

Award Categories

300+

Winners

About JK AYA

Architecture is the art and science of creating spaces, encompassing the design and construction of buildings, landscapes, and urban environments. It involves a balance of technical expertise, artistic creativity, and an understanding of human needs and behaviors. Well-designed structures contribute to the functionality and beauty of cities, impacting the quality of life for their inhabitants.

The award which was initially started to admire these changing times and the knights who protect the surroundings with their creative ideologies as an Indian Awards is now matured and has rightly become a benchmark for the architect community not only in India but also in 10 neighboring countries i.e. Bangladesh, Bhutan, Kenya, Maldives, Mauritius, Nepal, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Tanzania & Uganda.

These Awards consider many aspects to give a fair chance to all generations of architects and the jury is selected from various states and different connected Countries to keep healthy and unbiased results for the 14 award categories strictly following the “Code of Participation”.

Our Vision

To foster excellence in architecture and design, recognizing and celebrating innovative and sustainable architectural practices on an international platform.

Our Mission

To honor the achievements of outstanding architects and their contributions to the field and promote architectural innovation and sustainability through recognition and awards.

JK AYA Timeline

Like every other thing in the world, JK AYA has been evolving but with all the support and love we have received from the Architectural community. Here’s a few noteworthy events.

1990
1995
1996
1997
2011
2012
2016
2017
2019
2020
2021
2023 - 2024

1990

  • Awards conceptualized by late Mr. Y.P. Singhania.
  • The first Architect of the year awards were given in 1990.
  • Started for the architects of India only.
  • Hon’ble Dr. Shankar DayalShama, Vice President of India was chief guest at 1st Award Ceremony.
  • Ar. Laurie Baker was 1st winner of Great Masters Award.
  • Ar. Anant D. Raje from Ahmedabad was 1st Winner of Architect of the Year Award.

1995

  • The trophy together with name “Architect of the Year Awards” was registered as Artistic work with the register of copyrights, Govt. of India with registration no A 52959/95.

1996

  • Focus countries’ awards were introduced from 7th JK AYA.
  • The Young Architects Award was introduced from 7th JK AYA.

1997

  • The jury meeting & award function was held outside Delhi for the first time from 8th JK AYA & since then held each year in a different town.
  • Focus state Awards were introduced from
9th JK AYA.

2011

  • Green Architecture Award for Environment Conscious Design was introduced from 20th JK AYA.

2012

  • The Award Event was held outside India for the first time at Colombo, Sri Lanka for 21st JK AYA.

2016

  • Student Architecture of the Year Award introduced from 24th JK AYA.
  • Kenya, Uganda & Tanzania included in focus countries from 24th JK AYA.

2017

  • The winning entries were compiled and published in the form of a Coffee Table Book. Three such books have been published so far.
  • JK AYA Abodes- Compilation of Winning entries under Private Residence category.

2019

  • Publication of JK AYA Work & Play -Compilation of Winning entries under public building.
  • Publication of JK Know & Heal – Compilation of winning entries under public Building.

2020

  • Dr. Raghavpat Singhania (MD of JK Cement Ltd & Chairman of JK AYA) took the charge & continued the same tradition under his leadership.
  • Considering COVID-19 situation, a microsite for submission of all the entries was developed, so that Architects can submit their details anywhere from the world. 1st ever entries were called through online.

2021

  • Jury meeting for 30th JK AYA was held in Feb 2021 through virtual mode.
  • 1st time ever, the digital version of 29th & 30th JK AYA award function was conducted with almost 2500 participants.
  • An enhanced version of a dedicated website for JK AYA was launched.

2023 - 2024

  • Jury meeting in physical mode for 32nd JK AYA was held at Radisson Blu, Nashik.
  • Award Ceremony for 32nd JK AYA was held in Radisson Blu, Jammu in January 2024.
  • Jury meeting for 33rd JK AYA was held at Courtyard by Marriot, Madurai in March and the Award Ceremony was held at Hyatt Regency, Trivandrum in August

JK AYA Trophy

JK AYA have always been proud of the “Vijay Stambh” Trophy which is replica of the architectural marvel i.e. Victory Tower which is situated in Chittirgarh Town. a western Indian State of Rajasthan. Here’s what makes it special:

Heritage

Vijay Stamb Tower was built in 1440 A.D. by “Maharana Kumbha”, a powerful ruler of the region (Mewar), to commemorate his victory over the rulers of Malwa & Gujarat.

Significance

The structure is covered both inside & outside with exquisite sculptures of Hindu deities depicting episodes from the two great Indian epics – Ramayana & Mahabharata.

Details

It is a 37 meter high stone structure with nine storeys having a staircase within to climb to the top.

Heritage

Vijay Stamb Tower was built in 1440 A.D. by “Maharana Kumbha”, a powerful ruler of the region (Mewar), to commemorate his victory over the rulers of Malwa & Gujarat.

Significance

The structure is covered both inside & outside with exquisite sculptures of Hindu deities depicting episodes from the two great Indian epics – Ramayana & Mahabharata.

Details

It is a 37 meter high stone structure with nine storeys having a staircase within to climb to the top.