FAQ

Architectural & Interior Design students from any recognized institutions in Singapore. Working graduates are not pemitted to participate.

Just one project from either interior or architectural, and it must be individual – no group efforts .

National winners also receive cash, trophies, and certificates depending on local rules and Grand Final winner gets a fully sponsored programship at Harvard Design School.

Begins with a national-level launch → ideation → submission → national finals → international finale.
Deadlines vary by country. Check your local AYDA portal for exact dates.

AYDA Singapore deadline: 30 November 2025

– 1 x 800‑word statement (max)
– 3 to 4 x A2 portrait boards (floor plans, elevations, perspectives + Nippon Paint colour codes and chips)
– Digital images ≥300dpi (JPEG) for perspectives
– Personal Picture

*All colours must be from Nippon Paint’s range, with codes, names and product lines clearly shown