
ADFA 2025
AI DESIGN FRONTIER AWARD

Welcome to the AI Design Frontier Awards focused on creating an innovative hostel in Kenya! Participants are invited to utilize AI tools to enhance their design and visualization processes, incorporating existing structural drawings and site details provided. This competition aims to promote sustainable architecture while offering a real-world platform for designs that could attract potential investors. Your submissions should reflect creativity, functionality, and local context, showcasing how AI can transform architectural workflows. Join us in redefining the future of design!
Total Prize :
1000USD CASH + 3000 USD AI Tools
Eligibility:
open to all
Submission Deadline:
12 September 2025
Design Challenge
We invite participants to design a practical and innovative hostel in Kenya, featuring essential programs like a café, recreation room, common lounge, courtyard, and guest rooms. Using AI tools for design and visualization, competitors will reimagine the space while ensuring alignment with existing structural drawings. This real project aims to be built in the future, emphasizing functionality and community engagement.
This competition is open to all—experienced architects, students, and design enthusiasts alike. Join us to explore the intersection of technology and architecture, push design boundaries, and contribute to a meaningful project that addresses modern living needs!
Meet the jury
Faq
How many AI tools should we use ?
There are no limitations on the number of AI tools you can utilize. We encourage innovative workflows!
Are there limitations on team size?
No, there are no restrictions. You can participate as an individual or as part of a team, with no upper limit on the number of members.
What are the eligibility requirements?
The competition is open to everyone to join.
How should we credit reference projects used during the AI creation process?
Can we submit multiple designs?
Participants may submit multiple designs, but each submission must be accompanied by a separate registration.