Definition of ‘Structure’

Any man-made construction i.e. building/tower/antenna etc fitting into following criteria:

Height measurement points

Height measured from the lowest level of open-to-air pedestrian entry to architectural top of the structure. Top-most point includes spires, antennae, signage, flag poles or any other erection, functional or otherwise.

Construction status

Structurally Topped Out

The building is under construction at the time of application and the highest primary structural element is in place. Explain placement of highest point.
OR

Architecturally Topped Out

The building is under construction and has reached its full height both structurally and architecturally including its spires, parapets, etc.

Definition of ‘Building’

Building is defined as any man-made structure where at least 50 per cent of the total height must be occupiable by humans and fitting into the following criteria:

Height measurement points

Height measured from the lowest level of open-to-air pedestrian entry to architectural top of the structure. Top-most point includes spires but excludes antennae, signage, flag poles or any other erection, functional or otherwise.

Construction status

Structurally Topped Out

The building is under construction at the time of application and the highest primary structural element is in place. Explain placement of highest point.
OR

Architecturally Topped Out

The building is under construction and has reached its full height both structurally and architecturally including its spires, parapets, etc.

Definition of ‘Living Space’

Building is defined as any man-made structure where at least 50 per cent of the total height must be occupiable by humans with the highest level designed for human habitat factored in. The construction must fit into the following criteria:

Height measurement points

Height measured from the lowest level of open-to-air pedestrian entry to architectural top of the structure. Top-most point includes spires but excludes antennae, signage, flag poles or any other erection, functional or otherwise.

Construction status

Complete

A building must fulfill all of the following criteria:

1. Topped out structurally and architecturally
2. Fully-clad and dressed up
3. People must be in complete occupation

Any building or structure classified by relevant State authorities as a ‘Hotel’ or highest point of a building or structure so classified as a hotel.

Complete

A building must fulfill all of the following criteria:

1. Topped out structurally and architecturally
2. Fully-clad and fitted
3. Must be at least partially occupied/open for guests

This must be a comprehensive artist’s impression of a building and must cover different facets of the exterior.

Building Status

Structurally Topped Out
OR
Architecturally Topped Out
OR
Complete
OR
Proposed

Any design and concept for a building which is still in proposal stage must fulfill all the following criteria:

1. Possess a specific site for the project with ownership/building/occupation rights from relevant authorities both for the design and the site.
2. A professional design team commissioned to take the design beyond the conceptual stage.
3. Have already obtained, or is in the process of obtaining legal approval for construction.
4. Have a viable, well-determined plan with financial backing to complete the project.
5. The project must have been announced to the public and the media in a manner acceptable to the Jury.

Considering changing scope during initial planning and approval process, the height of the building will be accepted as unconfirmed.

Any building classified exclusively as office/commercial space. Design, latest technological innovations/practicality of space/best green concepts will be considered.

Construction Status

Complete

A building must fulfill all of the following criteria:

1. Topped out structurally and architecturally
2. Fully-clad and dressed up
3. People must be in complete occupation

Any building commercial/mixed or residential that has clearly demonstrated itself as the benchmark for setting environmentally-friendly standards and features.

Construction Status

Complete

A building must fulfill all of the following criteria:

1. Topped out structurally and architecturally
2. Fully-clad and dressed up
3. People must be in complete occupation

A commercial/mixed or residential building up to 10 floors which has demonstrated the best in design, construction benchmarks and amenities.

A commercial/mixed or residential building between 1- to 20 floors which has demonstrated the best in design, construction benchmarks and amenities.

Construction Status

Complete

A building must fulfill all of the following criteria:

1. Topped out structurally and architecturally
2. Fully-clad and dressed up
3. People must be in complete occupation

Must be a registered company involved in providing complete spectrum of services expected of an Interior Designing Expert. Application must include illustrated examples of projects completed.

Must be a professional architect of 40 years or below on the date of submission and to be considered for an award, must furnish artistic design and an approved plan for one or more buildings of more than 10 stories or an integrated development, as lead architect. For shared credit, details of all members of the team must be furnished.

Must be a professional architect of 40 years or above on the date of submission and to be considered for an award, must furnish artistic design and an approved plan for one or more buildings of more than 10 stories or an integrated development, as lead architect. For shared credit, details of all members of the team must be furnished.

The nominee must be an investor/consortium/real estate developer with one or more artistic/approved plan/s for one or more projects which are either in progress or complete between January 1, 2017-December 31, 2017. Minimum investment should not be below US$ 2 mn.

The award will be presented to the project which in the minds of the Jury has proven to be the ‘most gravity-defying, game-changing or dazzling’ property which has either started construction or completed during the year 2017. Artistic designs/3-D designs and AV presentations along with proof of approval must be furnished.

In this category, either a State or private entity which has demonstrated outstanding product or service offering that has significantly contributed to the growth of the real estate industry and national growth will be awarded. Applicants must clearly establish how their nominee has contributed to such growth and why they should be recognized over other players. In the case of State institutions, the Jury will consider their original mandate from the government and how effectively it has delivered as per general expectations.

Projects considered include any infrastructure development i.e. highways/elevated highways/townships/public utilities etc which are either in progress or have been completed within the year 2017. Artistic and approved plans/3D and AV presentations can be submitted.

Picked by the Jury, the award will recognize an outstanding Sri Lankan icon built at any point in history, capturing Sri Lankan ingenuity and craftsmanship, as well as, engineering prowess.