AFRISAM-SAIA AWARD 4 SUSTAINABLE ARCHITEC TURE + INNOVATION

AFRISAM-SAIA AWARD 4 SUSTAINABLE ARCHITEC TURE + INNOVATION

SHAPING OUR COMMUNITIES FOR LIVABLE SUSTAINABILITY We call on all practitioners who share our vision to enter the AfriSam-SAIA Award for Sustainable Architecture + Innovation - and contribute to a better future for all. Entries are accepted in four categories: Sustainable Architecture; Research in Sustainability; Sustainable Products; and Technology and Sustainable Social Programmes. Apart from recognising excellence in Sustainable Architecture and Research in Sustainability, we also invite entries that make innovative contributions to the fields of Sustainable Products and Technology and Sustainable Social Programmes. We have entered a new era, one in which sustainable design has to be a prerequisite and integral part of the building industry. We believe that collaboration between all stakeholders is the only way to bring sustainable innovation to our living environments. Through an integrated approach to communities, planning, design, architecture, building practice, natural systems, and technology we can create a world that benefits all living creatures. With energyefficiency legislation waiting in the wings, sustainable architecture has become an inevitable requirement. The South African Institute for Architects recognises the importance of green building and encourages their members to incorporate sustainability in building design at an early stage. As a leading producer of construction materials in southern Africa, AfriSam is committed to sustaining the environment through responsible manufacturing processes. The brand considers it an honour to be associated with the South African Institute of Architects in recognising outstanding achievement in sustainable architecture. Projects are located on a trajectory towards regenerative whole systems design. Through an integrated approach to communities, planning, design, architecture, building practice, natural systems and technology we can create a world that benefits all living creatures. i This award supports a learning journey towards regenerative design. We believe that a sustainable world is possible through innovation and collaborative effort. 1

OUR MISSION The AfriSam-SAIA Award for Sustainable Architecture + Innovation recognises contributions that bring sustainable innovation to living environments through an integrated approach to communities, planning, design, architecture, building practice, natural systems, and technology. We believe collaboration benefits everyone. 2

CRITERIA Project entries should demonstrate how they embody sound sustainable practices, that bear the hallmarks of great architectural or social design and innovative thinking in the field of sustainability, to improve our world. Apart from recognising excellence in Sustainable Architecture and Research in Sustainability, we will also consider entries that make innovative contributions to the fields of Sustainable Products and Technology and Sustainable Social Programmes. We are looking for innovative solutions that comply with the following four criteria: 1. HARMONISATION Do the design and related processes harmonise the use of resources with the conservation and strengthening of ecosystems (natural, social, human, financial, and infrastructure)? 2. PEOPLE UPLIFTMENT Do the design and related processes address the dignity of people through the creation of a socioeconomic environment that is inclusive, humane, self-sustaining, maximises the financial viability, and acknowledge lifecycle cost efficiency during and after the implementation process? 3. EVOLUTIONARY PARADIGM Do the design and related processes contribute towards an ongoing regenerative future? 4. PLACEMAKING PERFORMANCE Do the design and related processes enhance the architectural landscape and contextual urban environment including contributing to the qualitative human experience of place? Before submitting an entry, please assess the project in the trajectory of regenerative design and development - the achievements, gaps /obstacles, potential, and leverage points. Successful operation and cultural adequacy of the entry will be fundamental to the appraisal process. 3

With energy efficiency legislation waiting in the wings, sustainable architecture has become an inevitable necessity. HOW TO ENTER 1. 2017/18 entries can only be submitted on our online entry system. 2. More than one project may be submitted. A separate entry must be completed for each separate submission. 3. Eligibility and entry requirements are unique to each respective category. Entrants should acquaint themselves with each category s specifications. 4. There is no entry fee. ELIGIBILITY Entries for the AfriSam-SAIA Award for Sustainable Architecture & Innovation are to be submitted for consideration by 00:00 on 28 March 2018 via the online submission platform. No late entries will be accepted. Projects completed and beneficially occupied by 24 March 2017 are eligible for entry in the AfriSam-SAIA Award for Sustainable Architecture & Innovation 2017/2018. Research, social programmes as well as technology and products of social importance, which fall in an area under the description of sustainable architecture and design can also be entered. Only entries by SAIA members located in South Africa are eligible for submission in Category A: Sustainable Architecture. Projects outside South Africa, which do not require in loco inspection, may be submitted in Categories B: Research in sustainability; C: Sustainable product/technology; and D: Sustainable social programmes. Please note that the awards are conferred on the building/s or work, not on the author/s, professional team, client, or contractor although the names of the architectural practice and client will appear on the award certificates. 4

CATEGORY A: SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE A new building or group of buildings; the conservation, restoration and rehabilitation or refurbishment of existing buildings, historic precincts or areas. There is no restriction on the building type, use or size. It is also intended for small-scale alterations or interiors if they are of exceptional quality and contribute to the current discourse on sustainable architecture. Although the project may not meet all the sustainability criteria identified, it should be easily identified as having specific attributes within sustainable architecture, worthy of recognition. Only architectural projects, completed and beneficially occupied by 24 March 2017 are eligible. CONDITIONS 4 ENTRY Any paid-up member of SAIA may submit work. The recipient/s of the award at the awards ceremony must be a paid-up member of SAIA in his/her capacity. More than one project may be submitted. A separate entry must be completed for each separate submission. The following information must be supplied in full: 1. Confirmation of date: beneficially occupied by 24 March 2017. 2. A full list of all the professionals/ consultants and contractor/s. 3. Contact details for user/manager. 4. A brief description of the project, project constraints, social context and process used to arrive at the resultant design not exceeding 1000 words. 5. For each of the four criteria (Harmonisation, People Upliftment, Evolutionary Paradigm, Placemaking Performance), elaborate in no more than 500 words per criterion, detail how the project addresses the criteria in its implementation. 6. A brief comment on each criterion, on the project not exceeding 300 words per criterion from the user/manager. 7. Consent from the client to inspect the work. 8. A locality map with clear instructions and GPS coordinates on how to reach the site, together with names and contact numbers that may be required to gain access to the project. 9. Sufficient scale drawings and photographs to illustrate the project and its context adequately in highquality jpg or pdf format. Any audio-visual material should please be in one of the following formats: Mp4, avi,mov or wmv. The adjudicators may request additional documentation. 5

CATEGORY B: RESEARCH IN SUSTAINABILITY Practice-based/action research work, qualitative or quantitative research project or report of social importance; technical importance or research in the field of sustainability in the built environment that contributes to the field of sustainability. CONDITIONS 4 ENTRY More than one project may be submitted. A separate entry must be completed for each separate submission. Entries should clearly identify how it meets the requirements for consideration for the AfriSam-SAIA Award for Sustainable Architecture + Innovation. The following information must be supplied in full: 1. A brief description of the entry of approximately 300 words by the author. 2. A full research report in Pdf format. 3. For each of the four criteria (Harmonisation, People Upliftment, Evolutionary Paradigm, Placemaking Performance), elaborate in no more than 200 words per criterion, detail how the project addresses the criteria in its implementation. 4. A brief comment on the entry from client or stakeholder where relevant not exceeding 300 words. 5. Supporting documents, such as photographs or visual material to illustrate the project and its context, may be submitted in high-quality jpg or pdf format. Any audiovisual material should be in one of the following formats: Mp4, avi, mov or wmv. 6

CATEGORY C: SUSTAINABLE PRODUCT / TECHNOLOGY A product or technology of social importance and technical significance in the field of sustainability and the living environment. CONDITIONS 4 ENTRY More than one project may be submitted. A separate entry must be completed for each separate submission. Entries should clearly identify how it meets the requirements for consideration for the AfriSam-SAIA Award for Sustainable Architecture + Innovation. The following information must be supplied in full: 1. A brief description of the entry of approximately 300 words by the author. 2. For each of the four criteria (Harmonisation, People Upliftment, Evolutionary Paradigm, Placemaking Performance), elaborate in no more than 200 words per criterion, detail how the project addresses the criteria in its implementation. 3. A brief comment on the entry from client or stakeholder where relevant - not exceeding 300 words. 4. A copy of the full documentation. The adjudicators may request additional documentation. 5. Photographs or visual material to illustrate the project and its context must be submitted in high-quality jpg or pdf format. Any audio-visual material should please be in one of the following formats: Mp4, avi,mov or wmv. 7

CATEGORY D: SUSTAINABLE SOCIAL PROGRAMMES A project of social importance in the field of sustainability and the living environment. CONDITIONS 4 ENTRY More than one project may be submitted. A separate entry must be completed for each separate submission. Entries should clearly identify how it meets the requirements for consideration for the AfriSam-SAIA Award for Sustainable Architecture + Innovation. The following information must be supplied in full: 1. A brief description of the entry of approximately 300 words by the author. 2. For each of the four criteria (Harmonisation, People Upliftment, Evolutionary Paradigm, Placemaking Performance), elaborate in no more than 200 words per criterion, detail how the project addresses the criterion in its implementation. 3. A brief comment on the entry from client or stakeholder where relevant - not exceeding 300 words. 4. A copy of the full documentation. The adjudicators may request additional documentation. 5. Photographs or visual material to illustrate the project and its context must be submitted in high-quality jpg or pdf format. Any audio-visual material should please be in one of the following formats: Mp4, avi,mov or wmv. 8

SUSTAINABLE BUILDING IS AN OUTCOME OF THE PROCESS SUSTAINABLE CAPITAL For a sustainable and regenerative condition to be maintained, it is necessary to continuously add value in these 5 capital domains. 1. NATURAL CAPITAL Natural resources, habitat, food-producing and healthgenerating capabilities of the natural ecosystem. 2. CULTURAL OR SOCIAL CAPITAL Social infrastructure and organisation, mutual trust and understanding, shared values and socially held knowledge, community cohesion and shared stewardship. 3. HUMAN RESOURCE CAPITAL The engine for an independent, healthy, local economy. Education, training, developed capabilities, skill-base, amongst others. 4. FINANCIAL CAPITAL Currently the most highly valued form of capital. Facilitates economic production though it is not itself productive. 5. PRODUCED OR BUILT CAPITAL Physical infrastructure and assets generated through human activity that can provide a flow of goods or services. 9

HALLMARKS OF A REGENERATIVE PROJECT PARADIGM SHIFT Occurs when an existing system of thought evolves and shifts completely (in the current era) from a mechanical/ technical/reductionist worldview to a living system understanding and working with whole living entities humans, places, cities not just the pieces. Wholes are greater than the sum of their parts. GO TO THE CORE Understanding the heart or core of what the project, place and economy are all about and working from it. YOUR ROLE Seeing and developing self, developer, team and served the community as playinga meaningful and significant role in regenerative development. BUILD TO PLACE, NOT FORMULA Work from and towards placemaking thatare part of ecological systems. LEARN FROM NATURE Learn to understand the process of nature and work from the start with the notion of being an integral part of it. INNOVATIONS Show what new roles, processes, relationships, worldview shifts and technologies or design systems the entry project has engaged. 10

TRAJECTORY OF ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE DESIGN MORE ENERGY REQUIRED LESS ENERGY REQUIRED CONVENTIONAL GREEN SUSTAINABLE RESTORATIVE REGENERATIVE DEGENERATING REGENERATING Technical system design Living system design Technologies and techniques Fragmented thinking Quantitive Efficiency Effective Qualitative Pattern thinking Living and whole systems WHOLE SYSTEM INTEGRATION PROCESS A process that seeks to optimise the relationships amongst key systems and entities in the service of desired objectives. It is not a system if it does not have a purpose. This process typically requires that the smallest unit of design be the largest manageable watershed within which the project resides. If we only work within the property boundaries, we are missing the point. AN ECOLOGY - HABITAT - PEOPLE - BUILDINGS - INFRASTRUCTURE - A WHOLE LIVING SYSTEM Reference: https://www.slideshare.net/nicholasmang/regenerative-investing-viewing 11