Title: The Drawing Board 2023
Competition Chronicle
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CONTENTS
2023
A comprehensive synopsis
documenting the rigorous and
critical processes composing this
edition at The Drawing Board.
PREMISE
the intent and scope of
the competition
PROCESS
the instituted platforms and arenas
of engagement in each cycle
ORGANISERS
connecting people and ideas
that empower this platform
THE JURY
eminent scholars presiding
over the evaluation
CHALLENGE
idealising the possibilities
for Badami Archaeological Museum
ABOUT 2023
contextualising Badami, its natural
and monumental landscape
RETROSPECTIVE
framing issues through many lenses,
and convening with a new agenda
THE REVIEWS
presentations, critical feedback,
masterclasses and reviews
PROGRAMME
tangible and intangible alignments
that contribute to the design
THE DESIGN BRIEF
an insight into the components
of the objective by Sanjay Mohe
THE SITE
a strategic location founded on an
existing museum in a natural context
COMMENDATIONS
works by the awarded citations,
finalists and special mentions
PROPOSALS
a glimpse of the diverse
spectrum of submissions
PARTNERS
a feature of organisations that
make the endeavour possible
WHY PARTICIPATE?
a unique opportunity to learn
and create a culture of exchange
INSIGHTS
reflections by the students
on their experiences
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ORGANISERS
A unique alliance that brings together
mutual interests in furthering excellence
in ideas of space-making, thinking in
design and opportunity creation.
2023