RAK Architecture Prize

The RAK Art Foundation is proud to announce the RAK Architecture Prize, open to  Bahraini nationals, 35 years old and under, to apply. In fitting with RAK Art Foundation’s mission to encourage and support creative innovation in Bahrain the prize shall provide a platform for promising architects to demonstrate their skill and to allow them the opportunity to contribute to the visual culture of their native country, thereby becoming an integral part of the shared landscape.

RAK Architecture Prize:

To design the new ‘Centre for Performing Arts’ located in Adhari, plus, BHD 5,000! If your entry is selected, you will be asked to collaborate with an architectural office to implement your winning design.

Criteria:

To enter this competition, all applicants must upload a ’schematic design’ of the centre. We request a Board in A0 format containing: Plans, Sections, Renders and any relevant documentation. This must comprise of:

1. A Performance Hall, designed for music and theatre performance
2. A Multifunctional Exhibition Space, which will be utilized for talks and temporary exhibitions
3. Small admin offices, storage, and a general catering area (without kitchen/cooking area)
4. Concepts should take into consideration the history of the location, the surrounding environment.
5. Applicants will be judged on innovation, a contemporary vision, consideration of sustainability and environmental responsibility, functional design, a community space.

Deadline:

June 16th 2022, 12pm AST. The winner will be announced on July 7th, 2022. All entries will be judged by a specifically selected panel of professionals.

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