The Appointment between Youth and City: Urban Regeneration Design Competition

Our cities face critical challenges like climate change, rapid growth, and resource strain. Alt Urban is a pioneering initiative aimed at reshaping urban living to foster resilience, inclusivity, and sustainability.

The Competition

The Alt Urban Housing Challenge, hosted by TARA, a social enterprise of the Development Alternatives Group, in partnership with the Dhun Life Project, invites participants to reimagine housing. The focus is on designing a sustainable township on the outskirts of Jaipur, Rajasthan, blending innovative design with social and environmental well-being.

Who Can Apply

The competition is open to architects, planners, designers, engineers, artists, and enthusiasts worldwide, with no eligibility restrictions. Participants can register individually or in teams.

Benefits of Participation

• Real-World Impact: The winning design will be constructed in an actual housing project.
• Cash Prizes: Win up to INR 5 Lakh.
• Exclusive Event: Participate in workshops, peer sessions, and cultural experiences at the project site.
• Learning Opportunity: Gain insights from industry experts.
• Networking: Build connections with leading professionals.
• Global Recognition: Showcase your work at the Alt Urban Summit.

Jury Panel

The jury features leading experts in sustainable design and urban planning, including:

• Sanjay Prakash, ShiFt: Studio for Habitat Futures
• Chitra Vishwanathan, Biome Environment Solutions
• Prasad Vaidya, Indian Institute of Human Settlements
• Prof. Khee Poh Lam, National University of Singapore
• Esben Neander Kristensen, Gehl
• Gaurav Shorey, Psi Energy Pvt Ltd

Key Details

• Theme: Housing Redefined
• Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
• Registration: Open to all
• Prizes: Up to INR 5 Lakh
• Opportunities: Knowledge sharing, workshops, and cultural exchange

Join the challenge to redefine urban housing and contribute to a sustainable future.

Competition Details