About AYDA

THE AYDA AWARDS

Building Passionate Design Communities Since 2008

First launched in 2008, AYDA Awards (formerly known as the Asia Young Designer Awards) is part of Nippon Paint’s vision to nurture the next generation of Architectural and Interior Design talents.


It serves as a platform to inspire students of these disciplines to develop their skills through cross-learning opportunities and networking with key industry players, as well as their fellow peers in the region.

Since then, AYDA has grown in terms of reach and stature, and has now established itself as one of the premier design awards, having received more than 47,000 entries from over 1,200 tertiary education institutions to date, across 16 different geographical locations.

Over the years, AYDA has impacted thousands of young and talented student designers, presenting them with various opportunities to engage with renowned speakers and key figures in the design industry. The platform has enabled the participants to gain first-hand industry knowledge, personalised coaching, mentoring and skills-building through various workshops by experienced lecturers and industry professionals. To top things off, the AYDA Designer of the Year wins an all–expenses paid, 3-week placement at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design’s Design Discovery Program.

Through various experiential learning experiences such as AYDA XChange and AYDA International Summit, a close-knit and passionate design community has been formed. Our network is made of professional architects, interior designers, industry associations, partners, design schools, alumni and design students all working together to raise the next generation of socially conscious designers.

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THE AYDA JOURNEY

The AYDA journey is a one and a half year experience which nurtures socially-conscious designers who design with the needs of the community at heart. Designers start their journey by competing at the national level. National Gold Winners then go on to represent their country in the AYDA International Finale to compete for the title of AYDA Designer of the Year.

THEME LAUNCH
The theme of the year launches across 19 geographical locations where AYDA operates. Local AYDA representatives promote the theme to architectural and interior design students at university roadshows.
IDEATION
With the support of mentors and lecturers, architectural and interior design students use the skills learned through their course to develop design solutions to solve pressing issues in their community.
SUBMISSION
Participants submit their final work before the given deadline. The national deadline for each country is different so do check out your local AYDA website for more details.
NATIONAL FINALS
The Gold Winners for the National Finals will represent their countries as International Finalists at the AYDA International Finale to compete for the title of ‘AYDA Designer of the Year’.
MENTORSHIP
In preparation for the AYDA International Finale, International Finalists will receive additional mentorship from industry experts to hone their design solution and presentation skills.
AYDA INTERNATIONAL FINALE
International Finalists from 19 geographical locations gather to compete for the title of ‘AYDA Designer of the Year’. They pitch their design to a panel of renowned experts in the world of spatial design.
AYDA DESIGNER OF T HE YEAR
The AYDA Designer of the Year for both architectural and interior design categories wins a fully paid 3-week trip to the USA for Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design’s ‘Design Discovery Program’.
THEME LAUNCH
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IDEATION
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SUBMISSION
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NATIONAL FINALS
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MENTORSHIP
AYDA INTERNATIONAL FINALE
AYDA DESIGNER
OF THE YEAR
NATIONAL
THEME LAUNCH
The theme of the year launches across 19 geographical locations where AYDA operates. Local AYDA representatives promote the theme to architectural and interior design students at university roadshows.
1 YEAR
ideation mobile
IDEATION
With the support of mentors and lecturers, architectural and interior design students use the skills learned through their course to develop design solutions to solve pressing issues in their community.
submission mobile
SUBMISSION
Participants submit their final work before the given deadline. The national deadline for each country is different so do check out your local AYDA website for more details.
national-finals mobile
NATIONAL FINALS
The Gold Winners for the National Finals will represent their countries as International Finalists at the AYDA International Finale to compete for the title of ‘AYDA Designer of the Year’.
INTERNATIONAL
mentorship mobile
MENTORSHIP
In preparation for the AYDA International Finale, International Finalists will receive additional mentorship from industry experts to hone their design solution and presentation skills.
3 MONTHS
mentorship mobile
AYDA INTERNATIONAL FINALE
International Finalists from 19 geographical locations gather to compete for the title of ‘AYDA Designer of the Year’. They pitch their design to a panel of renowned experts in the world of spatial design.
INTERNATIONAL SUMMIT
Taking place in conjunction with the International Finale, the International Summit is an event where finalists learn from renowned speakers in the world of spatial design.
AYDA DESIGNER OF THE YEAR
The AYDA Designer of the Year for both architectural and interior design categories wins a fully paid 3-week trip to the USA for Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design’s ‘Design Discovery Program’.

FAST FACTS ABOUT US

AYDA EVENTS

AYDA International Finale

An annual finale where International Finalists gather from all over the world to learn, present and compete for the title of AYDA Designer of the Year. The 3 day event is packed with opportunities for International Finalists to exchange ideas, perspectives and grow. The events include sharing sessions by renowned design experts, mentoring sessions and study tours to renowned architectural and cultural attractions.

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AYDA XChange

A collection of national and regional events (both virtual and in-person) aimed at empowering young designers by creating platforms for experienced design experts to share insights with the younger generation. Practising designers, lecturers and mentors all unite under this program to ensure holistic impact across the design industry.

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OUR VALUES

PUSHING BOUNDARIES

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PUSHING BOUNDARIES

What do we consider ‘ideal’ in the context of community and living spaces?
As we envision future living, we can connote that changes are evidently inevitable. The mindset of our young designers is beginning to evolve alongside various innovative approaches that are dedicated to the good of novelty, sustainability and creativity. We account this change to the benefits of mankind in a much bigger picture. The need to push the current boundaries becomes much more prominent to ensure the transition of this change.

Building a community for better living

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PUSHING BOUNDARIES

What do we consider ‘ideal’ in the context of community and living spaces?
As we envision future living, we can connote that changes are evidently inevitable. The mindset of our young designers is beginning to evolve alongside various innovative approaches that are dedicated to the good of novelty, sustainability and creativity. We account this change to the benefits of mankind in a much bigger picture. The need to push the current boundaries becomes much more prominent to ensure the transition of this change.

HEART WITH PEOPLE IN MIND

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PUSHING BOUNDARIES

What do we consider ‘ideal’ in the context of community and living spaces?
As we envision future living, we can connote that changes are evidently inevitable. The mindset of our young designers is beginning to evolve alongside various innovative approaches that are dedicated to the good of novelty, sustainability and creativity. We account this change to the benefits of mankind in a much bigger picture. The need to push the current boundaries becomes much more prominent to ensure the transition of this change.

GREEN AND SUSTAINABILITY

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PUSHING BOUNDARIES

What do we consider ‘ideal’ in the context of community and living spaces?
As we envision future living, we can connote that changes are evidently inevitable. The mindset of our young designers is beginning to evolve alongside various innovative approaches that are dedicated to the good of novelty, sustainability and creativity. We account this change to the benefits of mankind in a much bigger picture. The need to push the current boundaries becomes much more prominent to ensure the transition of this change.

FORWARD THINKING

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PUSHING BOUNDARIES

What do we consider ‘ideal’ in the context of community and living spaces?
As we envision future living, we can connote that changes are evidently inevitable. The mindset of our young designers is beginning to evolve alongside various innovative approaches that are dedicated to the good of novelty, sustainability and creativity. We account this change to the benefits of mankind in a much bigger picture. The need to push the current boundaries becomes much more prominent to ensure the transition of this change.

DESIGN COMMUNITY

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PUSHING BOUNDARIES

What do we consider ‘ideal’ in the context of community and living spaces?
As we envision future living, we can connote that changes are evidently inevitable. The mindset of our young designers is beginning to evolve alongside various innovative approaches that are dedicated to the good of novelty, sustainability and creativity. We account this change to the benefits of mankind in a much bigger picture. The need to push the current boundaries becomes much more prominent to ensure the transition of this change.

BRINGING COLOURS INTO SPACES

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PUSHING BOUNDARIES

What do we consider ‘ideal’ in the context of community and living spaces?
As we envision future living, we can connote that changes are evidently inevitable. The mindset of our young designers is beginning to evolve alongside various innovative approaches that are dedicated to the good of novelty, sustainability and creativity. We account this change to the benefits of mankind in a much bigger picture. The need to push the current boundaries becomes much more prominent to ensure the transition of this change.

INTEGRATION

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PUSHING BOUNDARIES

What do we consider ‘ideal’ in the context of community and living spaces?
As we envision future living, we can connote that changes are evidently inevitable. The mindset of our young designers is beginning to evolve alongside various innovative approaches that are dedicated to the good of novelty, sustainability and creativity. We account this change to the benefits of mankind in a much bigger picture. The need to push the current boundaries becomes much more prominent to ensure the transition of this change.

PUSHING BOUNDARIES

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Building a community for better living

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HEART WITH PEOPLE IN MIND

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Image: Agrapolis Urban Permaculture Farm by David Johanes Palar

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The AYDA Awards is part of Nippon Paint’s vision to nurture the next generation of Architectural and Interior Design talents. It serves as a platform to inspire students of these disciplines to develop their skills through cross-learning.

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