Nilrandha clinches ‘Nippon Paint Colour Award’ at AYDA Int’l Chennai
The AYDA Awards 2023/2024 international finale, held from July 3-5 at the ITC Grand Chola in Chennai, served as the pinnacle event uniting National Winners across 17 countries and regions competing for the coveted title of AYDA Designers of the Year.
Nilrandha Fonseka from City School of Architecture in Sri Lanka was recognised as the winner of the ‘Nippon Paint Colour Award’ in the Architectural Category and was awarded with a cash prize.
His winning submission not only captivated audiences but also aligned with the 2023/2024’s theme of CONVERGE: Championing Purposeful Designs. Sri Lanka also had a finalist, Ranura Perera from the Interior Design Category, who made it to the top 28 of the prestigious AYDA Awards, beating over 6,000 entries received for this season.
This edition’s theme served as a catalyst for young designers to explore and champion meaningful and sustainable solutions within their local communities and beyond. Furthermore, the 2023/2024 session featured esteemed judges from reputable architectural and interior design firms who shared valuable insight on the designs of AYDA participants.
Nilrandha mentioned, “I am thrilled to be recognised for my concept “Project Bhumi” that reflects my commitment to create regenerative spaces that harmonise with nature, fostering a deep connection between people and their environment.”
“The AYDA Awards emphasises the societal and environmental impacts of design decisions, recognising finalists who demonstrate a deep understanding of current issues and a commitment to improving various societal matters through design and the purposeful use of arts,” said Nemantha Abeysinghe, General Manager of Nippon Paint Lanka.
“The AYDA Awards is more than just an award – it is a platform of holistic growth, through our group and personal coaching for our finalists, as well as providing them with networking experiences with participants from other countries and regions, and industry key players.”
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