The coming years are defined by rapid technological advancements and evolving societal needs. Consequently, the building industry and architectural profession are on the verge of unparalleled change. The role of digital technologies in architecture and how might they change the way we practice in the near and long-term future. The Young Architects Festival 2025 welcomes you on a journey of exploration and innovation on how technology would transform the way we engage with the built environment, the way we practice, and the many opportunities that they unfold.
Transcend: Explore the over-arching possibilities of technological in solving global concerns affecting the built environment.
Transform: Explore the technological adoption in practice, its effect on workflows, and processes, and new avenues for engagements.
Together: Explore the social impact of technological adoption in our workplaces, collaborations, and shared visions.
Partner, BIG, Barcelona
Senior Partner and Head of Applied R+D (ARD) group, Foster and Partners, London
Principal Architect, Naqshbandi , Auroville
Principal Architect, Murali Architects, Chennai
Director, Mega foundation , Peravurani
Partner, Sankar and Associates, Coimbatore
Founder and Managing Director, Gudgudee , Bangalore
Founder, Sea Labs, Ahmedabad
Author |Architectural Journalist |Curator| Editor| Educator, Bangalore
Principal Architect, A Threshold, Bangalore
Photographer and founder of Graf Media, Goa
Co- founder and Principal Architect, Compartment S4 , Ahmedabad
Founding Partner, Cochin Creative Collaboration, Kochi
Founder , Mawi Designs, Chennai
Founding partner, RAIN Studio of Design, Chennai
Principal, Oasis Landscapes , Delhi
Landscape Architect, VSLA, Bangalore
Lead Architect, STOMP, Madurai
Principal Architect, SJAC
Co-Founder, STHAAN
Principal architect & Co-founder, Studio Context Architects
Original and unpublished contributions are invited from the members (academicians and practitioners) in the form of Research papers, Articles and Essays based on the theme and sub-themes of the YAF’25 to be published in the souvenir of YAF’25
Deadline for submission - 30/12/2025
*Files need to be 10 MB or lesser.
*Formats: PDF, DOC, DOCX
SHILP Sustainble Habitat through Indian Knowledge System to Leverage the Present, thinking of the future. A National level, open, One-stage Architectural + Transdisciplinary Competition as part of the Young Architects Festival 2025. Prize Money: 1st Place Rs.1,00,000; 2nd Place Rs. 50,000 and 3rd Place Rs. 25,000
Reimagining Archways and Signages for an experiential heritage walk of Mahabalipuram. An Architectural Idea Design Competition for Students, as part of the Young Architects Festival 2025, that blends the rich heritage of Mahabalipuram with the forward thinking application of technology. The Competition will be awarded by Jury’s vote: 1st Place – INR 50,000, 2nd Place – INR 25,000, 3rd Place – INR 15,000 and 7 Honourable Mentions – Certificates only.
1. Beach Volley
2. Kite Flying
3. Heritage Trail by Walk within Mamallapuram
4. Heritage Trail by Cycle in and around Mamallapuram
5. Photography Competition
6. Sketching Competition & Workshop
7. Stone Sculpting Workshop
8. Parametric Adobe Workshop
9. Guided Tour of Architectural and Allied Products Expo
10. Treasure Hunt 
11. Fashion Show
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