Architecture Excellence Recognitions & Encouraging professional to showcase their work and disseminate best practices of the industry.

Jury Chair

Jury Chair

Ar. Habeeb Khan

Principal Architect, SHK Architects & Former President Council of Architecture, India

Ar. Habeeb Khan is a distinguished architect, academician, and thought leader known for his expertise in contextual and sustainable architecture. He has led several acclaimed institutional, hospitality, and campus projects across India while actively contributing to architectural education, policy-making, and professional leadership. Through his architectural practice and academic engagements, he continues to promote climate-responsive, culturally rooted, and contemporary design approaches.

Jury Member

Jury Member

Ar. Surinder Bahga

Principal Architect, Saakaar Foundation, Chandigarh

Ar. Surinder Bahga is a distinguished architect, author, and architectural thinker known for his contributions to sustainable design, architectural literature, and contemporary Indian architecture. Through Saakaar Foundation, he has designed several acclaimed institutional, religious, and public projects recognized nationally and internationally for their energy-efficient and context-sensitive approach. Along with his architectural practice, he has actively contributed to architectural research, publications, professional leadership, and urban development initiatives, making a significant impact on the architectural fraternity in India.

Jury Member

Jury Member

Ar. Manmohan Khanna

Founder & Principal Architect, KMA Architect, Chairman- Indian Institute of Architects Chandigarh Chapter, Chairman- Indian Institute of Interior Design, Chandigarh

Jury Member

Jury Member

Ar. Ritu Singh

Principal Architect, Design Architects & Executive Member, Council of Architecture, Bhopal, M.P

Ar. Ritu Singh is a renowned architect and design leader with over two decades of experience in architecture, planning, healthcare infrastructure, institutional development, and heritage conservation. As the Founder of Design Architects, she has successfully led the execution of large-scale public, commercial, educational, and healthcare projects across India, with a strong focus on sustainability, cultural preservation, and innovative design solutions. Through her professional leadership and policy-level contributions, she continues to play a significant role in shaping architectural practice and infrastructure development in the country.

Jury Member

Jury Member

Ar. Nilakshi Sarma

Urban Design & Contextual Architecture
Specialist Jorhat, Assam

Ar. Nilakshi Sarma is a renowned architect and urban design specialist known for her expertise in contextual architecture and heritage conservation. With decades of professional experience, she has contributed significantly to sustainable, inclusive, and culturally sensitive urban development across Assam. Her work reflects a deep commitment to walkable city planning, preservation of regional identity, and empowerment of women in architecture.

Jury Member

Jury Member

Ar. Loganathan

Chief, Logans Architecture, Member, Council of Architecture, Imm. Past Chair IIA, Tamil Nadu

With over 34 years of professional experience, Ar. Loganathan is a renowned architect and academic leader with expertise in architecture, urban planning, and sustainable development. He has led several landmark projects across educational, commercial, residential, hospitality, and public infrastructure sectors, including riverfront and urban beautification initiatives in Tamil Nadu. Through his leadership at Logans Architecture and active involvement with professional architectural institutions, he continues to contribute significantly to architectural practice, education, and design excellence in India.

Jury Member

Jury Member

Ar. Vivek Gupta

Principal Architect,
Arvind Vivek Associates, New Delhi

Ar. Vivek Gupta is an accomplished architect and design practitioner with over 36 years of experience in architecture, urban design, and interior design. Through his practice, Arvind Vivek Associates, he has led a wide range of projects across India and abroad, known for their innovative concepts, climatic responsiveness, material exploration, and context-driven design approach. His studio continues to work on diverse projects including master planning, institutional buildings, housing, and corporate interiors, creating spaces that combine functionality with distinctive spatial experiences.