The 2024 BlueScope Steel Architectural Awards ASEAN are now open for submissions, encouraging architects from Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam to showcase their projects utilizing BlueScope steel. This awards program recognizes excellence in various sectors, including Residential, Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional buildings. Additionally, there is a special category called "Long Lasting Beauty of COLORBOND®," which highlights projects that maintain their aesthetic and structural integrity under challenging weather conditions thanks to BlueScope's innovative steel products.
Connell Zhang, Chief Executive of NS BlueScope, expressed excitement about the awards, emphasizing the company’s commitment to fostering creativity and innovation in the architectural community. He stated, “At BlueScope, we aim to create and inspire smart solutions in steel, and our new awards program is a great opportunity to showcase some of the very best architectural projects in this region.” This initiative not only sets benchmarks for the industry but also promotes knowledge sharing among architects in the ASEAN region, supporting a vibrant and collaborative community.
The awards are supported by various respected organizations, including the Association of Siamese Architects under Royal Patronage, Ikatan Arsitek Indonesia, and the University of Architecture Ho Chi Minh City. This backing reinforces the awards’ credibility and importance within the architectural landscape. The jury panel consists of esteemed thought leaders in architecture, such as Ar. Asae Sukhyanga, President of the Association of Siamese Architects, and Dr. Ar. Tan Loke Mun, Director of Archicentre Sdn Bhd in Malaysia. Their expertise will be critical in evaluating submissions based on design excellence, innovation, and sustainability.
Judging criteria for the awards encompass multiple aspects of building design. The panel will assess aesthetic merit, functionality, and efficiency, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of each project. This multi-faceted approach highlights BlueScope's commitment to not just promoting beautiful designs but also ensuring they are practical and sustainable for the environment.
BlueScope's leadership in premium coated and painted steel positions the company uniquely within the architectural sector. As Connell Zhang noted, “As the industry leader in premium coated and painted steel, BlueScope is in a unique position to support the architectural community in bringing their dream designs to life.” This support is reflected in the awards, which aim to celebrate the innovation, strength, and beauty of projects made possible with BlueScope products.
The awards ceremony will be held in November, with judging scheduled for October. This timeline allows ample opportunity for entrants to prepare their submissions and for the judges to thoroughly evaluate each project. With a focus on recognizing outstanding contributions to architecture using BlueScope steel, the awards aim to inspire future designs and innovations in the industry.
For those interested in participating, further information about the awards and submission guidelines is available on the BlueScope website. The 2024 BlueScope Steel Architectural Awards ASEAN promise to be a landmark event, celebrating the achievements of architects and their visionary designs across the region.
