INTRODUCTION
Archiol Competitions is excited to present “Materialize,” an architecture material rendering competition that invites creative minds from around the world to showcase their talent in the realm of architectural visualization. This competition is a platform for architects, designers, and rendering enthusiasts to explore the power of materials in architectural representation. With an emphasis on innovation and creativity, Materialize aims to celebrate the art of architectural rendering.
OBJECTIVE
The primary objective of the Materialize competition is to challenge participants to transcend the boundaries of traditional architectural rendering and explore new horizons in material representation. Participants are encouraged to:
- Showcase the significance of materials in architecture, both in terms of aesthetics and functionality.
- Explore innovative ways to present architectural designs through the creative use of materials.
- Promote sustainability by highlighting eco-friendly and recyclable materials in their renderings.
- Create stunning visuals that captivate the audience and convey a powerful narrative about the design concept.
Through Materialize, we hope to inspire a deeper appreciation for the role materials play in architecture and motivate architects and designers to think outside the box when it comes to materiality.
RENDERING GUIDELINES
Material Emphasis:
- The emphasis of the competition should be on materials, with a focus on demonstrating their visual and functional qualities.
Innovation and Creativity:
- Participants are encouraged to push the boundaries of traditional rendering techniques and experiment with innovative approaches.
- The use of cutting-edge software and technology is welcome.
Sustainability:
- Highlight the sustainable aspects of the chosen materials and how they contribute to eco-friendly design.
Originality:
- All entries must be the original work of the participants or teams.
Presentation:
- Clear, concise, and compelling communication of the design concept is essential.
AWARDS
- Top 3: Certificate + Interview + Publication + score card with inputs
- Honourable mention: Certificate + Publication.
- Shortlisted: Certificate.
TIMELINE
- Competition Announcement: 16th February 2024
- Registration Opens: 16th February 2024
- Registration Deadline: 6th September 2024
- Submission Deadline: 20th September 2024
- Winners Announcement: 11th December 2024
REGISTRATION FEES
A fixed fee of $2 (international) / ₹150 (Indian)
JURY
We collaborate with leading architects, designers, and academicians of international repute to participate as jury members in our competitions.
EIGIBILITY
The competition is open to architects, designers, artists, and creative thinkers from around the world. Participants can enter as individuals or in teams (max. 4 members in one team).
