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WADe ASIA!
WADe ASIA, the prestigious national conference on Architecture, Interior Design, Art and Engineering, is open to all facets of topics & discussions on design. Deliberately, the WADe AWARDS are restricted to be applied only by women of the fraternity. It is WADe ASIA’s mission to bring the entire community together to celebrate the Women-led Design, Architecture, Construction & Development. In its 4th edition, WADe ASIA will be held at the NSIC Grounds, Okhla, New Delhi, from 11-12 October, 2019. The event is expected to be the networking ground for 1500-2500 architects, designers, artists and civil engineers from all over India and important guests from Dubai, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal and Bangladesh. “WADe ASIA has a place, role, and takeaway for all in the fraternities of Interior Design, Artistic Photography, Painting, Architecture, Social reforms, Civil Engineers, Consultants, Construction professionals, Builders, Thought Leaders of the society, Students, Researchers and Brands operating in Building material segment,” said Madhurima Chowdhury, Associate Director, WADe ASIA.
v Be a Speaker v Submit your installation idea v Apply for WADe Awards v Be a WADe ASIA Volunteer v Run a workshop, teach the students v Judge the Projects v Support WADe in Design & Execution v Exhibit your products v Present your Services v Network throughout v Learn from the mentors v Be at WADe ASIA and make the most of it!
If you have not blocked the WADe dates 11-12 October 2019, Delhi MARK THEM & BLOCK THEM TODAY!
Block the Dates 11-12 October DELHI for Witnessing India’s Finest Architecture & Design Conference with Speakers from 10+ States, 5 Countries, and 3 Continents! egate WADe ASIA MEDIA & REACH The WADe ASIA initiative that shows possibilities through positive & inspiring stories was fortunate to get generous attention from media like NDTV, The Hindu, Indian Express, ZEE Business, Economic Times, Dainik Jagaran, Property Times, Hindustan Times, ET Now, Archiparlour Australia, Spaces Nepal and many other national & international houses.
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WADe ASIA SUPPORTING PARTNERS WADe Asia is ably associated by PHD Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and supported by Indian Institute of Architects, Bhutan Institute of Architects, Confederation of Women Entrepreneurs, Society of Nepalese Architects and many more associations of repute.
WADe ASIA JURY Live Jury Presentations is one of the best that you can see during WADe ASIA. The award has become coveted because of the jury members who gave time, attention, support and dedication in checking the entries, discussing the concerns, raising the right questions and ultimately keenly studying the entries & profiles in both micro & macro levels. WADe ASIA salutes them and is OPEN TO ACCEPT JURY REQUESTS at www.wadeasia.com.
WADe ASIA SPEAKERS Blessed with the presence of some of the best speakers and thought leaders from the fraternity, WADe ASIA is ready to host the next set of speakers in 2019. Fill up the Speaker Request Application Form available in www.wadeasia.com. Alternatively, you can also suggest/nominate the names of speakers at hello@wadeasia.com.
WADe ASIA PARTNERS We recommend those brands to join WADe ASIA who believe that meaningful connections can be created through effective knowledge and not just blindly running for profit. WADe ASIA is lucky to have partnered with some names like that including Ultratech, Orientbell, Wipro and more. For Sponsorship contact hello@wadeasia.com.
WADe ASIA AWARDS - Call for Entries!! While the entire event is open to all from the fraternity, limited to confirmation by WADe Management, WADe AWARDS are only for women. The categories are: v Young WADe AWARDS (Architecture & Interior Design) v Young WADe AWARDS (Photography & Painting) Amateur-Professional v WADe Excellence Awards (Residential, Commercial, Retail and 7 more) v WADe Artist Award v WADe Sustainability Champion v WADe Academia Award v WADe Role Model of the year 2019 v WADe ASIA Lifetime Achievement Award v WADe INDIA Lifetime Achievement Award v WADe Special Contribution Award Incomplete entries will be rejected. Apply before it gets late. Email: awards@wadeasia.com, Web: www.wadeasia.com
‘#WHATTHEYSAY?’ FOR WADe ASIA
WADe Asia is the product of love, labour, determination and faith in the fact that positive stories inspire positive action. Views and opinions flooded WADe ASIA since the first footprint. We understand the responsibility associated with the expectations and totally in service to work together towards greater good of the fraternity. “I would like to thank WADe Asia and the very energetic young lady who is behind this. It is very good to have a conference where women can participate in a such a prominent manner.”
- Ar Raj Rewal, Legendary Architect, Delhi “The event was for two days which gave energy and positive vibes for life time. Learnt so much from eminent architects in WADe ASIA about their approach towards design and society. From young designers and students – learnt how to use technology.”
“I want to thank Vertica & Madhu for inviting me to WADe ASIA related to Women in Architecture & Design. I loved it because I love this profession and my respect for what you stand for. The country needs you.”
- Dr Kiran Bedi, Lt Governor, Puducherry
“The optimism in WADe Asia was worth watching. I was amazed to see men participating enthusiastically, celebrating the recognition of women in design.”
- Nikita Mathur, Punjab
– Ar Mitisha Vora, Ahmedabad “I really enjoyed the open juries prior to the awards as it is not common to see fellow professionals share their work and have an audience viewing the work. This additionally enabled a very transparent process for all the participants.”
-Ar Swanzal Kak Kapoor, Gurgaon “The amount of exposure and recognition an individual gets in WADe ASIA is a lifetime investment.”
“WADe was one of the best conferences I have attended. Love from Bhutan.”
– Ar Dorji Yangki, Bhutan
“WADe was a wonderful show organised and it will really take the profession to new heights.”
- Ar Tushar Sogani, Jaipur
-Ar Vandana Druva Kumar, Bangalore
“I really enjoyed meeting some stellar creatives at WADe ASIA.”
“WADe was one of the most memorable event I have attended. Felt more like a close family function where you literally feel sad while leaving. Didn’t feel like Architectural event for even a minute. Best part was seeing all Asian women Architects on same stage with superb array of works.”
– Ar Pallavi Dean, Dubai
- Ar Neilesh Kenkare, Mumbai “Dear Team WADe, here’s congratulating you for a very well conceptualised, sensitively handled and powerfully delivered event. Shine on!!”
- Monali Sisodia, Nasik
Mega National Architecture & Design Event
11-12 October 2019, NSIC Grounds, Delhi
+91-9310612980, 9310612998 awards@wadeasia.com, hello@wadeasia.com www.wadeasia.com
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