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PREFACE

An important global development is the growing urbanisation which has given
rise to radical change in urban and architectural layout of cities. The living
environment is seen to be continuously evolving and changing, whereby role
of urban professionals in facilitating this transformation in a way that meets
the new evolving Urban lifestyle becomes crucial.

With a specific purpose to honour the creative works of architects, planners
and to create awareness amongst urban professionals who are partners in

supporting a smooth transformation of the cities, HUDCO instituted the HUDCO Design Awards
in 2012. Through HUDCO Design Awards 2021, HUDCO once again undertook to acknowledge
the projects among creative and influential professionals, on the major themes and concepts that
structure the discourse of human settlements in the urbanising world.

It has been indeed very heartening to have professionals participate wholeheartedly despite the
trying situation owing to the Novel Coronavirus-COVID19. The winning projects are inspiring
examples of innovative interventions, demonstrating interconnectedness and interdependence
between man and nature, for a safe and sustainable future. The compilation of winning entries has
been done with the sole objective of disseminating knowledge and creating awareness amongst the
young urban professionals for adaptation and replication of innovative ideas.

I congratulate all the winners and urge urban professionals to continue their committed efforts
towards the cause of promoting sustainable, innovative and eco-friendly development. I congratulate

and compliment all those who worked hard in a time bound manner towards making this event
successful.

M. Nagaraj DCP,

HUDCO