The Nemetschek India Office is an International Design & Build competition open to everyone—students, professionals, design studios, and interdisciplinary teams from any background and location.

Yes—teams of up to 3 members are allowed. Individuals can also participate by registering as a single-person team. Interdisciplinary and cross-location teams are welcome.

Yes—teams can be cross-institutional, cross-firm, and international.

Yes—teams may add, swap, or remove members before the registration deadline, provided the total does not exceed three members. Email competition@archdais.com with your Team Code to request changes.

Refer to the Timeline & Registration section of the brief for current deadlines.

Yes, as long as their names are added during registration and all members have consented.

Email competition@archdais.com with your Team Code and correction request before the registration deadline.

Yes—design firms and studios are welcome to participate. Register under a single email ID with up to 3 members.

Yes, To encourage greater participation—especially among students, institutions, and firms—group discounts are available for 5 or more team registrations. You can either add multiple teams during checkout or email us at competition@archdais.com with the subject line: ‘C26 Group Discount’ to avail the offer.

Yes—a GST invoice will be shared once you fill details properly on the Billing page. You can find it under My Orders, once the payment is done.

One A1 sheet (landscape, 841 × 594 mm) in JPG/JPEG format, max 10MB. Include drawings, visuals, and a concept narrative—following the official A1 template provided. The concept narrative can be up to 300 words (excluding headings).

Upload your sheet via your Archdais dashboard using the ‘Submit’ button after loggin in from your registered email ID. If facing issues, email your design proposal to submission@archdais.com with your Team Code in the subject line and as the file name.

Name your file exactly as your Team Code (e.g., TNXXXXX.jpg). Incorrect file naming may result in disqualification

Yes—download the official A1 sheet template from the link in the brief. Preset elements must not be moved or removed. Only one sheet is allowed per entry.

This stage is focused on concept and design intent. We are not looking for full working drawings or detailed construction documentation. Your submission should clearly convey the layout, material approach, and overall experience.

No—focus on presenting a strong, buildable concept. Detailed working drawings will only be required if the design is selected for execution.

No—major structural modifications such as RCC alterations, column relocation, or slab cutting are not permitted. Your design should work within the existing structural framework.

No—these are fixed as per the existing site services. You may redesign finishes and fittings, but plumbing and core service locations must remain as they are.

You are encouraged to activate the terrace thoughtfully, but no permanent construction, roofing, or heavy installations are allowed.

Yes—ensure all design elements comply with the floor-to-floor height (4.2m) and allow clearance for services.

No—façade changes are outside the competition scope. Focus on the interior layout and experience.

Yes—free tutorials, an extended trial license, and live Masterclass sessions are available. Details are in the brief.

All eligible submissions will be evaluated by an expert jury based on: Innovation & Clarity, Brand Alignment, Empathy & Experience, Spatial Ingenuity & Flow, and Feasibility.

We’re curating a panel of distinguished professionals from the fields of architecture and interior design. The jury list will be announced soon on our website and Instagram. Stay tuned for updates.

Yes—select entries may be featured on Archdais platforms, with full credits.

Refer to the Timeline section in the brief for the exact date. Updates will also be shared on Archdais platforms and via email.

Yes—winning entries will be published on Archdais platforms and shared across Nemetschek Group and partner media channels.

Absolutely—you can register early to secure your spot and submit your design anytime before the final submission deadline.

No— the registration fee is non-refundable.

Compress it before submitting. Files above 10MB will not be accepted.

You’ll see a confirmation message on the website after uploading. For email submissions, you’ll receive a confirmation within 36 - 48 working hours.

If you face urgent technical issues, email your entry to submission@archdais.com with your Team Code and explanation.

No—the minimum numbers given in the brief must be met. You can add more if the space and circulation allow.

Yes—if your concept allows, you may add extra functional spaces, but all required spaces must be included first.

Provide them at a concept level to express your design intent—exact specifications or details are not expected at this stage.

No—only one A1 sheet is allowed per entry. Multiple sheets will not be reviewed.

No—only the single JPG/JPEG sheet will be evaluated.

There is no fixed budget at this stage, but proposals should be realistic and feasible with standard materials and construction methods.

Yes—Nemetschek Group will directly collaborate with the winning designer(s) to refine and execute the concept.

Yes—the official office layout is provided in Vectorworks (.vwx) format. You can download it from the link in the brief.

Download and install Vectorworks on your laptop or computer (link in the brief), activate the free 7-day trial, and email india-support@nemetschek.com with your Archdais Team Code to request an extended license valid for the entire competition period.

If you have trouble installing the software, email bsiddharth@nemetschek.com for technical support. Include your Archdais Team Code, operating system details, and screenshots of the error (if any)

Yes—participants can enroll for the free Vectorworks Masterclass sessions mentioned in the brief.

No—it’s optional, but highly recommended to help you get the most out of Vectorworks and create a strong presentation.

Yes—free beginner, intermediate, and advanced tutorials are available in 10+ languages. You can find the link in the brief. These short (2–3 min) videos are designed to help you quickly get comfortable with Vectorworks.

Yes—upon completing the tutorial series, you can download an official Vectorworks Professional Certification certificate, which adds value to your portfolio.

No—the Vectorworks logo must remain untouched. It’s part of the official branding and must appear exactly as provided.

No—the terrace cannot be roofed or built upon. However, you are encouraged to creatively activate it as a green retreat, outdoor collaboration zone, or flexible work area.

Participants will receive their unique Team Code upon completing the registration process.

Yes, participants can submit multiple entries, but each entry requires a separate email ID.

If you encounter payment issues, please email competition@archdais.com to request alternate payment methods. We will provide all available options.

Your Team Code should be included in the top right corner of the submission sheet, in the email subject line (if submitting via email), and as the file name.

If you don’t receive your Team Code after payment, send a screenshot of your payment receipt to competition@archdais.com within two working days.

Yes, there is an entry fee. Details on the fee are provided in the competition brief.

Promo codes are available for fee discounts but are optional. Obtain a promo code from Archdais influencers or check our Instagram @archdais.competitions for offers.

Yes—all registered participants who submit their entries will receive an official digital certificate of participation.

For additional questions, email us competition@archdais.com

No. The competition accepts only one landscape-oriented A1 sheet. This ensures that all submissions are evaluated on a consistent format and scale.

No. The competition is anonymous. Your sheet cannot contain your name, logo, college, firm, watermark, or any identifiable mark.

The limit is 300 words for the project explanation, excluding titles. It is best to stay within this limit so the jury can read your narrative quickly and clearly.

The Team Code must appear at the top right corner. If it interferes with your layout, you may adjust the design around it, but the position cannot change.

You may use any clear and readable font. There are no restrictions, but avoid decorative fonts that may reduce clarity when printed or viewed by the jury.

Dimensions are optional. Include them only if they clarify scale or spatial relationships. They are not required for evaluation.

Yes. You may update or change team members anytime before submission by emailing us.

Yes. You may expand your team up to three members anytime before the submission deadline.

Please check your spam or promotions folder. If you still haven’t received it within 24 hours, send us your payment screenshot and we will assist you immediately.

If the payment was successful, your registration is confirmed. Share your screenshot with us and we will ensure you receive your Team Code.

Write to us with both payment IDs, and we will help resolve it.

Yes. Email us and we will provide alternate payment options that work internationally.

No. Registration fees are non-refundable.

No. One registration covers the entire team.

Yes, as long as the email used during registration belongs to the team, not the cardholder.

You may upload your sheet directly on your Archdais profile using the submission button visible after logging in. If you face any difficulty, you may email your sheet using your Team Code as the subject line.

Ensure you are logged in using the same email used for registration. If the issue persists, use email submission.

If you face technical errors close to the deadline, you may submit via email within the same timeframe. Email submissions are accepted only when platform issues occur.

Yes, but only when the website submission does not function for you.

Email submissions receive an acknowledgment within 36–48 working hours. Website submissions show an immediate confirmation on your dashboard.

Yes. The file name should be your Team Code (e.g., THXXXX.jpg).

No. If uploading fails, email your sheet immediately with your Team Code.

Try a different browser or network, and then use email if the issue continues.

All deadlines follow Indian Standard Time (IST).

No. The competition is anonymous. Only your Team Code is shared with the jury.

No. Participants must not contact jurors directly.

No. You retain full ownership. Archdais may publish your work with credit to you.

Yes. All participants receive a digital certificate.

Yes. You may email us after results are announced.

Yes. Many participants join precisely to rediscover confidence, practice design, or reconnect with creativity. The competition is a safe space to express yourself, not a test of perfection.

Not at all. Beginners often bring fresh clarity and sincerity that enrich the competition. Your perspective matters.

Deadlines are rarely extended, so it is best to plan your submission accordingly.

Yes. We may send gentle reminders via email and social media.

Yes. Group discounts are available for five or more teams from the same institution.