Ar. Habeeb Khan
Principal Architect, SHK Architects · Former President, Council of Architecture, India
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5th Edition26 September 2026
Chandigarh40+ Recognitions
PHDCCI
5th Edition26 September 2026
Chandigarh40+ Recognitions
PHDCCI
About AER 2026
PHDCCI is proud to announce the 5th Edition of the Architecture Excellence Recognition, organised on 26 September 2026 at Chandigarh, India.
Architects work at the forefront of progress — creating, innovating and striving to make our lives more structured. Landmarks aren't built in isolation; they harmonise spaces that serve their purpose efficiently and economically.
The platform hosts an annual dialogue among stakeholders, exploring the industry's challenges and opportunities while honouring the outstanding contributions of architects.
360°Evaluation Approach
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360° Evaluation
How We Evaluate
AER follows a rigorous 360° approach to evaluation across four key pillars.
01
Design Concept
- Enumeration of basic thought and concept
- Description of design philosophy
- Challenges addressed
- Area programme
- Zoning & classification of activities
- Circulation and material palette
02
Architectural Design
- Site analysis
- Climate, geological, geographical & cultural response
- Architectural form — 3D development
- Basic floor plans, elevations & sections
- Architectural materials and usage
- Architectural detailing
03
Sustainability
- Sustainable design principles
- Passive design strategies
- Energy-efficiency systems
- Water conservation methods
- Contextual & climatic response
- Sustainable material use & responsibility index
04
Perception
- Visual perception by the public & untutored observers
- User experience and feedback
- Functionality and usability of the space
- Ageing and maintenance over time
- Post-occupancy evaluation, performance & adaptability
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The JuryReviewed by
Reviewed by
Distinguished Jurors
Ar. Surinder Bahga
Principal Architect, Saakaar Foundation, Chandigarh
Ar. Manmohan Khanna
Founder & Principal Architect, KMA Architect · Chairman, IIA Chandigarh Chapter · Chairman, IIID Chandigarh
Ar. Ritu Singh
Principal Architect, Design Architects · Executive Member, Council of Architecture, Bhopal
Ar. Nilakshi Sarma
Urban Design & Contextual Architecture Specialist, Jorhat, Assam
Ar. Loganathan
Chief, Logans Architecture · Member, Council of Architecture · Imm. Past Chair, IIA Tamil Nadu
Ar. Vivek Gupta
Principal Architect, Arvind Vivek Associates, New Delhi
In Esteemed Company
Our industry partners.
Get In Touch
For nominations
For nominations
& enquiries.
For AER Nominations
Mr. Naveen Kumar
Resident Manager, PHDCCI +91 98122 28026 naveen.kumar@phdcci.in
For AER Partnership