Design that holds the power to shift perspectives. Design that lays the cornerstone for thinking tirelessly about the new and the future. Design that simply makes you stop and think. Kohler Bold Design Awards, also colloquially known as KBDA, with creative partner ELLE DECOR India has knocked yet again. KBDA 2024, the conversation will move […]
Design that holds the power to shift perspectives. Design that lays the cornerstone for thinking tirelessly about the new and the future. Design that simply makes you stop and think. Kohler Bold Design Awards, also colloquially known as KBDA, with creative partner ELLE DECOR India has knocked yet again. KBDA 2024, the conversation will move the limelight on innovation for the new-age spaces across design, interiors and architecture for modern dwellers and the community alike.
KBDA, synonymous with the coveted Golden Pencil, stands as the defining platform for creative thinking, architecture and design. Making a notable comeback after 2022, the design authority strives to continue the authentic and truly explorable journey to design that trickles outside the box of the ordinary.
In an era of constant transformation, KBDA 2024 grounds itself as a pivotal moment, establishing credible standards with its unwavering dedication to design excellence. This year’s KBDA elevates the stage for pioneers in the field of the built environment and their visionary projects, shaping pathways for the near tomorrow. With a panel of judges from diverse meccas of expertise, KBDA assures comprehensive viewpoints and discerning evaluations, marking a significant milestone in the design landscape. Meet our eminent jury — Benny Kuriakose, Hiren Patel, Prof. Neelkanth Chhaya, Rahul Mehrotra, Sandeep Khosla, Sheila Sri Prakash, Shahira Fahmy and Carl Almeida.
Salil Sadanandan, President – KOHLER Kitchen & Bath, South Asia and Asia-Pacific, says, “We are excited to announce the return of Kohler Bold Design Awards (KBDA) 2024. This is the fourth edition of our biennial event focussed on the coveted Golden Pencil, awarded for ingenious works in Indian architecture and interior design. This year, our eminent jury highlights personalities from varied disciplines of design, architecture and hospitality. These awards reflect Kohler’s adulation of our creative fraternity. We are excited to witness an inspiring showcase of the many projects to come our way and honour the rising maestros of the future of architecture and interiors in India.”
In the last edition, Kohler Bold Design Awards 2022 received over 1200 entries with participation from India’s leading architects, firms and practices. Over the three editions, entries have been screened by a jury of renowned global architects and designers such as Channa Daswatte, Tony Joseph, Brinda Somaya, Shimul Javeri Kadri, Paola Navone, Fabio Novembre, Sunita Kohli, Jimmy Lim, Rossana Hu, amongst others.
As KBDA 2024 gets ready to create history in design yet again, we present the all-comprehensive categories. The anticipated ‘John Michael Kohler Lifetime Achievement Award’ honours a noteworthy name in the architecture and design industry who has contributed success to the country and accrued repute, internationally and within the nation. The second category ‘Herbert Kohler Award for Innovation’ acknowledges outstanding achievements in design that balance environmental conscience with functional aesthetics and material innovation. Participants can also find their perfect fit and share their projects under the scope of Commercial, Hospitality, Residential, Public Institution, Retail, Young and Upcoming, Community Harmony, Environmental Conscious, Material & Skill Adaptation, Rebuild & Revive, The Big Idea, Design for the Future and Landscape Design.
KBDA is now welcoming entries from the architecture and design industry in all the categories outlined above. The clock is ticking and the last date to submit entries is July 01, 2024.
To apply, visit: www.kbda.asia
Enquiries: kbda@kohler.com
Join the crusade at #KBDA2024 #KBDAIndia
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