Highlights of the event:
- Almost 1000 project entries were received for the 2nd Edition of GeeVees Awards
- 39 winners across 13 different categories were honoured
- The GEEVEES was launched by Godrej & Boyce’s business Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems
Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems (GLAFS), a business unit of Godrej & Boyce, the flagship company of the Godrej Group, had launched the inaugural edition of GEEVEES in 2021-2022. This year, the second edition was celebrated with a successful awards showcase over the weekend. The awards were conceptualised to recognise the best in conscious design and celebrate projects that positively impact our future. The grand finale of the second edition of The GEEVEES Awards, was celebrated in style in Goa on 11th March 2023.
The spectacular ceremony commemorated the 39 winners across 13 categories on the theme of ‘Conscious Design’. The creativity and hard work of the awardees were recognised and celebrated with great enthusiasm, as each category showcased the very best in innovation, sustainability, design and functionality. A distinguished panel of sixteen esteemed jury members with extensive international experience have carefully assessed the entries and chosen the victors across each of the categories. These esteemed jurors have been influential in revolutionizing the industry, from the most intricate hospitals to the grandest resorts, from corporate offices to residential buildings, and from educational institutes to hotels.
The esteemed jury members include, Palinda Kannangara from an award winning Sri Lankan Architectural firm; Vivek Gupta from Arvind Vivek & Associates has a global footprint extending to Dubai, Bulgaria, Kuwait, Germany, and Singapore; Sarika Shetty from SJK Architects and Shantanu Poredi from MO-OF/Mobile offices are known for climate conscious designs, Kanan Modi has been recognised as one of most influential Architects by AD; Paul Moses from RSP Design Consultants and Shaon Sikta Sengupta from Edifice Consultants have transformed multiple projects with sustainable solutions; Rohit Raj Puniani from Space Matrix have undertaken mega projects making future-ready workplaces; Kiran Kapadia from Kapadia Associates has worked with renowned developers designing mixed use developments; Nilabh Nagar, an Urbanist at Architect Hafeez Contractor has crafted unique and bold design solutions across clientele; Gian P. Mathur from Gian P. Mathur & Associates and Salil Ranadive from Salil Ranadive Architects SR+A has been revitalising urban India since via comprehensive solutions; Anand Sharma from Design Forum International has been specialized in developing individual family homes; Chandrashekhar Kanetkar’s portfolio includes versatile and off- beat projects, along with a number of international ones; and Anupam Mittal from Arinem Consultancy Services has consulted over 500 projects globally.
Mr. Shyam Motwani, Business Head at Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems, said, “It truly was a season of celebrating innovative thinking and sustainability. As a thought leader, we, at Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems have always valued brilliant ideas and minds. Each category is carefully chosen and every jury member have been our partners to identify the talent across India when it comes to mindful and conscious design. The Architecture and Design community have been an integral part of our business and this platform allows us an opportunity to acknowledge their support over the years. With GVCC as a key platform, we were able to generate about 50% of business in the Hospitality sector. With GEEVEES, we further aim to inspire the architectural and design communities, as well as collaborate with like-minded experts, to create designs that have a beneficial impact on our society.”
Winner’s details:
Each of these categories also had a 1st runner up and a people’s choice awards
1. Architecture – Commercial; Koshy P Koshy
2. Multi-Unit Housing; Hartmut Wurster
3. Safest; Prajwal K A & Gagana Charini
4. Healthcare; Chetan Gb
5. Interior – Commercial (More Than 1000 Sqft); Puran Kumar
6. Interior – Commercial (Less Than 1000 Sqft); Seeja Sudhakaran
7. Interior – Private Residential Apartment / Villa Bungalow (Less Than 3000 Sqft); Aditee Shah & Kushal Shah
8. Interior – Private Residential Apartment / Villa Bungalow (More Than 3000 Sqft); Apeksha Naik
9. Hospitality; Love Choudhary
10. Architecture – Private Residential Apartment / Villa Bungalow (Less Than 3000 Sqft); Dharam Patel
11. Architecture – Private Residential Apartment / Villa Bungalow (More Than 3000 Sqft); Ankur Kothari & Anil Poduval
12. Interior – Institutional; Chiranjivi Lunkad
13. Architecture – Institutional; Yatindra
About Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems:
Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems is a 125-year-old leading manufacturer of innovative locking devices. Since its inception in 1897 by Ardeshir Godrej, the name ‘Godrej’ has become synonymous with trust, protection and integrity. From the first Anchor branded lock in 1897 to the first ever spring less lock in 1907, to the iconic ‘Nav-Tal’ in 1954, and to the postmodern biometric locks, Godrej has set every benchmark in the locks industry. Over the years, Godrej Locks &Architectural Hardware and Fittings have changed in form, function and scope of application. But one thing still remains the same – the solid stamp of trust and reliability. Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems adhere to global quality norms and hold ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 certifications.
Beyond Locking Solutions, the brand also caters to Architectural Fittings and Systems, creating innovative, premium, comprehensive hardware solutions. The range which consists of door, furniture and glass fittings has been designed to fit perfectly into today’s hi-tech residential and commercial establishments. Most products cater to needs for safety, privacy, fire & smoke checks and energy saving with ease. These devices meet international quality standards like UL Rating, EN Rating, CE Certification and fire-rated.
The Kitchen Fittings by Godrej Locks & Architectural Fittings and Systems includes SKIDO, i.e. Smart Kitchen Drawers & Organisers – an innovative range of smart kitchen storage solutions, designed in India to meet the unique requirements of the Indian kitchen. The Godrej Cartini range of knives- showcase cutting-edge design, a fine quality blade and the highest level of durability. These premium kitchen and hobby equipment range are also made in India, to suit home and professional needs. The brand has come a long way in delivering world-class smart locking solutions.
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