Chennai :

Hindustan University conducted ATYANTA-2014, the Annual ZONASA Convention at its campus in Chennai. ZONASA is the zonal convention of National Association of Students of Architecture (NASA), a student body for association of the undergraduate students of Architecture in India.

ZONASA was inaugurated by Elizabeth Verghese, chancellor, Hindustan University and S Ramachandra, vice chancellor, Hindustan University. A R  Jaisim Krishna Rao, founder, Jaisim Fountain, Bangalore was the chief guest of the event. Chandan Chowdry, MD, Dassault Systems, W Anand , Chairman IIA Chennai Chapter were also present during the inauguration. The convention, which was a  three-day event, saw the participation of 54 colleges with over 1200 delegates from various architecture schools across Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Each year a college is chosen to host the prestigious event in its campus and this year it was hosted by Hindustan University.

According to the organisers, It is a grooming platform where an atmosphere of creativity, innovation and fun is created alongside learning. The learning experience includes students’ participation in events, competitions and guest lectures by prominent architects who share their experiences.

An installation by Saajan Varanasi, (Design Mafia) , a tall structure using waste and recyclable materials which made a new record of 3.6 m, attracted the crowd.

School of Architecture and Planning, Anna University bagged the over all trophy, Dr KCG Verghese Memorial Trophy. Faculty of Architecture Sathyabama University Chennai and School of Architecture MES, Kerala were the first and second runner up respectively.

source: http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> Cities> Chennai / by Express News Service / July 09th, 2014