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American Standard Design Award celebrates ‘Home Away from Home’ student designer winners from across Asia Pacific

American Standard Design Award celebrates ‘Home Away from Home’ student designer winners from across Asia Pacific. Creative designs and purposeful application showcase next generation of designers Singapore, July 15th, 2024 – American Standard, one of the most iconic brands in sanitary ware and part of LIXIL, celebrated the remarkable achievements of the American Standard Design Award (ASDA) 2024 Grand Prize winner and regional finalists at a special awards ceremony and exhibition in Singapore. The competition attracted strong interest from nearly five thousand (5,000) registrants from six countries across the Asia-Pacific (APAC). Entries were judged and advanced through national and regional competition rounds, by a panel drawn from over thirty (30) experts from the architecture, design and sanitary ware industry. The ASDA 2024 theme of “Home Away From Home” challenged student designers to apply their knowledge and creativity to design innovative solutions for a hospitality bathroom that recreates the warm and inviting feeling of home, resonating with the American Standard brand claim of LIFE.LOVE.HOME. Ricardo Noel Bonalos, an undergraduate design student at the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines emerged as the ASDA APAC Grand Prize Winner, with his entry titled “SereniScape Retreat: Your Personal Urban Oasis”. His winning entry presented a harmonious blend of natural elements and thoughtful design, where the bathroom becomes a haven where guests can unwind, reconnect with themselves, and experience the dual warmth of a homey atmosphere and the refreshing touch of a tranquil oasis. The use of customizable cabinets that allows guests to adapt the space to their individual needs adds a unique personality to the bathroom and addresses the challenge of catering to diverse guest preferences without imposing difficulty on hotel owners. Ricardo shared his personal journey, “This project required meticulous attention to detail and careful consideration of materials, fixtures, and furnishings. Although this process was time-consuming, it was incredibly educational. Participating in the ASDA has taught me invaluable lessons about the art of designing spaces that feel both familiar and welcoming, even within a commercial context. It has boosted my confidence and prepared me to tackle real-world projects with a more refined approach. It’s provided me with a unique platform to learn from the best minds in the field, and the opportunity to receive feedback from industry leaders and peers has been incredibly enlightening.” Antoine Besseyre Des Horts, Leader, LIXIL Global Design, Asia commented, “The ASDA was created as a platform to nurture and recognize upcoming talent in the industry. The caliber of entries keeps impressing ASDA judges. It is rewarding to see the ASDA platform grow to over 1,000 submitted entries from across the region, focusing on the theme “Home Away From Home”. What truly defines a home is the delicate balance of design, space, and practicality.” “When traveling away from home, we desire a space that relaxes, inspires, and rejuvenates. No matter the style, color, or decor choice, it is the sense of comfort that greets us every time we step into the room. The regional finalists from six different countries were able to convey that through their winning projects and had the opportunity to receive mentoring from the distinguished judging panel. We are pleased to congratulate all the ASDA 2024 winners and finalists, and look forward to their continued success” Antoine continued. The ASDA 2024 regional finalists and first placed National winners are: Ricardo Noel Bonalos – APAC Grand Prize Winner / Philippines National Winner from University of Santo Tomas Davy Sophonn – Cambodia National Winner from Kirirom Institute of Technology Luist Yansen – Indonesia National Winner from Tarumanagara University Podsatorn Keela – Thailand National Winner from Khon Kaen University Mai Hà Võ – Viet Nam National Winner from Danang Architecture University Minh Chau Nguyen – Australia & New Zealand Winner from Deakin University Each national winner won a cash prize of USD 2,000, and were mentored by their national ASDA judges in their advance to the APAC regional finals. The APAC Grand Prize winner was awarded a total cash prize of USD 5,000. All regional finalists were also invited to an exclusive tour of the LIXIL Experience Centre, Singapore and a curated design workshop at the LIXIL Design Centre. For more information about the ASDA competition and a way to be part of an impactful movement that can make a difference to consumers’ lives, please visit the ASDA website. View Press Kit For media queries, please contact: Shanice Lim | shanice@litmuspr.com.sg
 Muhammad Zulfekar | fekar@litmuspr.com.sg

The American Standard Design Award (ASDA) competition calls for Design Students to Imagine a Home Away from Home

The American Standard Design Award (ASDA) competition calls for Design Students to Imagine a Home Away from Home ASDA seeks to inspire and showcase purposeful designs and practical solutions from Asia-Pacific’s next generation of designers. [Singapore, 30 October 2023] – LIXIL, the maker of pioneering water and housing products, is pleased to announce the third edition of the American Standard Design Award (ASDA). The ASDA offers a platform for young designers in Asia-Pacific (APAC) to showcase their creativity and put their theoretical knowledge into practice. The travel industry in the APAC region is on the rise, with a projected annual growth rate of 6.4% between 2021 and 2024. Leisure travel, while intended to be soul-nourishing, can also be exhausting thanks to jam-packed itineraries aimed at making the most of one’s time abroad. On the other hand, business travelers typically have packed schedules to make the trip worthwhile. Therefore, a well-considered and purposefully designed space can provide a welcome respite at the end of the day. With a focus on Hospitality Bathroom Space Design, this year’s ASDA competition aims to reflect the importance and relevance of a thoughtfully designed hospitality space, that relaxes, inspires, and rejuvenates travelers, with the theme of “Home Away from Home”. “As the leader in bathroom solutions with purposeful design and pioneering technologies, American Standard is excited to announce the third edition of the ASDA bathroom design competition. With our expertise in delivering bathrooms that exude style, quality, and reliability, ASDA provides real-world design opportunities for the future generation. This year’s theme of ‘Home Away from Home’ focuses on bringing a sense of belonging and comfort for travelers. We look forward to seeing innovative ideas that show how the bathroom can transform a hotel room into a comfortable and homely space” said Antoine Besseyre des Horts, Leader, LIXIL Global Design, Asia. Last year’s competition saw nearly 6,000 entries from eight countries, almost double the number from the inaugural edition. ASDA 2024 is open to Year 2 and above tertiary design school students from nine countries across the APAC region – Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, New Zealand, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. “ASDA provides design enthusiasts with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and expertise to real-world situations. We had the chance to showcase our ideas to industry experts, who offered valuable insights and provided great motivation throughout the competition,” said Sin Ponleu, ASDA 2023 Multigenerational Bathroom Space Design Grand Prize Winner. Registration for ASDA is free and opens on 28 September 2023 with the entry submission deadline on 14 Jan 2024. All entries will go through their respective National Judging by a national judging panel made up of architecture and design luminaries. National Winners will be announced in April 2024 and go on to compete at the APAC Level for the APAC Grand Prize in May 2024. The top three winners at the National Level stand to win cash prizes between USD 1,000 to USD 2,000 and the ultimate APAC Grand Prize Winner will walk away with an additional USD 3,000 along with a chance to visit the LIXIL Design Studio in Singapore. For more information about the design competition and a way to be part of an impactful movement that can make a difference to consumers’ lives, please visit the ASDA website at (https://asda.americanstandard-apac.com/asda). For media queries, please contact: Shanice Lim | shanice@litmuspr.com.sg
 Muhammad Zulfekar | fekar@litmuspr.com.sg

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