Submission: June 12, 2022
Registration: June 01, 2022
Language: English
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Prizes: Please see details below
Type: Open
Since the field of Architectural lighting design treats light as an important design factor that helps architecture achieve its functional and emotional purposes. The Department of Architectural Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering Mataria, Helwan University is collaborating with Siraj Lighting Company in launching LIGHT UPON LIGHT student lighting design competition for all the architecture / engineering / interior design / industrial design students in Egypt and worldwide. The competition aims at bridging the gap between academia and industry by introducing the student community to the lighting design field while promoting these emerging talents with the needed professional expertise to support their innovative ideas and turn them into tangible realities.
Competition Categories
01 Existing Building / Structure
In this Category, Students are required to design a compelling lighting scheme for an existing building within the city of Cairo. A well-defined aesthetic and technical approach is needed to add a profound dimension to the chosen building that will enhance its architectural elements as well as support its social significance and historical value. Well-distributed luminaires and well-selected equipment and technology will ensure promoting dark skies in Cairo, reducing light pollution, eliminating Light trespass, minimizing energy consumption, and maximizing economic benefits. The winning proposal has to show its full respect to the environment and the building’s urban surroundings and demonstrate its role in enhancing the user’s night-time perception, experience, orientation, safety and security.
02 Lighting Fixture Design
In this category, Students are required to design an innovative lighting fixture intended for indoor or outdoor use. Students are encouraged to both explore a specific design theme and experiment with different material types such as Aluminum, Concrete, Wood, Glass, Plastic, Marble, Fabric, Brass, Shell,,,,etc. These fixture types may include, but not limited to, Chandelier, Sconce, Desk Lamp, Table Lamp, Floor Lamp, Bollard, Projector, Inground Drive-over, Street Light Pole,,,,etc. The winning proposal has to be innovative, simple, creative, visually stimulating, marketable, practical and environmentally friendly with sustainable use of materials and energy.
Eligible Groups
Eligible Entrants are divided into two groups; Current Students & Emerging Designers.
Interdisciplinary teams from architecture, interior design, engineering & industrial design are encouraged.
Must be full time undergraduate students (seniors & 3rd year), enrolled in an accredited academic degree program in Egypt or any country worldwide. Approved programs include architectural engineering, architecture, interior design, electrical engineering, and industrial design. Group projects of 2-4 students are preferable. Individual projects are not allowed.
Must be fresh graduate students class of 2020 & 2021 only, graduated from an accredited academic degree program in Egypt or any country worldwide. Approved programs include architectural engineering, architecture, interior design, electrical engineering, and industrial design. Group projects of 2-4 students are preferable. Individual projects are not allowed.
Evaluation Criteria
Aesthetics Visually stimulating design (Unique geometry & character)
Function Ease of use and maintenance (Definite purpose/Usability)
Engineering Innovative technologies, renewable Energy & ease of manufacturing (Energy efficiency)
Environment A sustainable approach to materials (eco-friendly)
Marketing Value Design for manufacturing and ease of mass production (Economic DFM)
Awards
Category 01 | Existing Building / Structure
1st Prize 3000$
2nd Prize 2000$
3rd Prize 1000$
Category 01 | Lighting Fixture Design
1st Prize 2500$
2nd Prize 1500$
3rd Prize 1000$
