‘Berger Award for Excellence in Architecture’ held
The award giving ceremony of the 9th Berger Award for Excellence in Architecture (BAEA) was held recently at the Bangabandhu International Conference Center (BICC). Since 2003, Berger has proactively recognised the talented architects of this country, and has awarded them for their accomplishments. Through joint collaboration of Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited and Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB), the Award for Excellence in Architecture has created a prestigious national competitive platform where the most unique and brilliant architectural projects are rewarded.
Eminent Architect Asif M Ahsanul Haq welcomed the guests at the programme.
Rupali Chowdhury, Managing Director of Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited, thanked the prominent architects for their gracious presence and congratulated the winner of the competition in her speech. Architect Jalal Ahmed, President, IAB, highlighted the success stories of this initiative to encourage the talented architects. Architect Mustapha Khalid Palash, Jury Chairman, BAEA also spoke at the programme. Architects Md Zakiul Islam and Sheikh Ahsan Ullah Mojumder, along with artist Wakilur Rahman were also present.
Architect Jalal Ahmed, President, IAB handed over the crest and Rupali Chowdhury, Managing Director, Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited presented the certificate to the winner. Commendation was given in the Multi Family Residence category to architect Mohammad Sharif Uddin Ahammed for the project – The Carnation, Dhaka.
The event ended with a musical programme presented by Pintu Ghosh and Friends, followed by a lavish dinner. Senior officials of Berger Paints Bangladesh Limited and IAB were also present on this occasion.
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