--- title: "Awards and Features | SIAN Architects Design Recognition" description: "Discover the design awards and magazine features of SIAN Architects. See how our recognition for contextual design and architecture informs our work." canonical: https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/urban-public-realm-design/in-the-press-recognition-and-features last_updated: 2025-09-16 --- # Awards and Features: Our Design Journey Tribe Verified · Recognized by Architecture + Design and WADE By [SIAN Architects](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects) · Takes projects across India; Visit studio in Derawal Nagar, Delhi · ₹35 Per Sq. Ft. of Land (estimate) Part of [Urban & Public Realm Design](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/urban-public-realm-design). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/urban-public-realm-design/gallery) Design is not just about the final structure; it is about the conversation we start with the land and the people who inhabit it. Here are the platforms that have engaged with our work and recognized our design philosophy. ## Photos and videos - [Video: We are honored to be featured as 'Young Icons of the Year' by Architecture + Design magazine. This recognition is a testament to our collaborative ethos and our entire team's dedication to creating meaningful architecture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/47e6a370-a55c-43b4-a77d-9bc08feb3c0d) - [Video: Our co-founder, Surbhi Singhal, was named a finalist for the Top Architect of the Year at the WADE ASIA event. Platforms like these are vital for the exchange of ideas that shape our practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e65c535b-3cad-42d3-90a8-0b412163b155) - [Video: Presenting our work at WADE ASIA was an opportunity to share our design approach, which is rooted in materiality, context, and experimentation. We believe in contributing to the larger architectural discourse.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b63660cc-c479-44d9-8b5f-fb57f56e8a7a) - ![We were thrilled to be shortlisted among the Top Young Interior Designers of the Year. This acknowledgement for our interior design work reinforces our commitment to crafting holistic spaces that tell a cohesive story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93cad590-5e06-4967-af21-d9df72fe2f34) - ![Our Twin Villa project was featured as a case study in Smart Home World magazine. The article highlights its integration of smart technology, energy-efficient systems, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a0fec312-0738-4b0f-b68a-55b12dfc02a5) ## About In the Press: Recognition and Features When we receive recognition, it is not just a nod to our aesthetic—it is an affirmation of the process we stand by. Whether we are designing an urban kiosk or a rural retreat, these features highlight our focus on materiality, context, and the stories behind the structures. We believe the best design is one that invites dialogue, and we are grateful to the publications and platforms that help us share these stories with a wider audience. ### Architecture as Dialogue For us, an award is only as valuable as the conversation it sparks. When we were featured in *Architecture + Design* as Young Icons, it wasn't because we sought the spotlight; it was because our collaborative approach to design resonated with the community. We treat every project as a narrative, and seeing those narratives find space in professional discourse validates the long hours we spend at the studio. ### Why Our Process Matters Recognition from platforms like WADE ASIA reinforces the importance of our hands-on methodology. We do not design from behind a screen; we build physical models, experiment with local materials like rammed earth and timber, and test joinery details. When the industry notices, it tells us that the shift towards sensitive, site-specific architecture is gaining ground. Whether it is an article in *Smart Home World* dissecting our Twin Villa project or a nomination for our work in interior design, each feature is a reminder that people are looking for spaces that feel real, rooted, and lived-in. ### Join the Conversation We are currently accepting new projects where the site conditions are unique and the design requirements demand a thoughtful approach. If you are looking for an architect who listens to the land before drawing the first line, we would like to hear your story. Whether you are building a home, a retreat, or a commercial space, we bring the same rigor to every commission. ## About SIAN Architects We are Surbhi and Deepanshu, and at SIAN, we treat architecture as a chat between land, stone, and people. We do not build for magazines, but we are humbled when our work contributes to a larger conversation about sustainable, context-sensitive living. [See all of SIAN Architects's services](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects) ## More from Urban & Public Realm Design by SIAN Architects - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/urban-public-realm-design/featured) - [The Elephant Pavilion: Architecture for Wildlife](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/urban-public-realm-design/the-elephant-pavilion-architecture-for-wildlife) - [Madam Narangi: Empowering Urban Commerce](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/urban-public-realm-design/madam-narangi-empowering-urban-commerce) - [Our Process: From Sketch to Structure](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/urban-public-realm-design/our-process-from-sketch-to-structure) - [Life at the Studio](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/urban-public-realm-design/life-at-the-studio) - [Additional Projects & Inspirations](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/urban-public-realm-design/additional-projects-inspirations) ## More services by SIAN Architects - [Commercial & Hospitality Architecture](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/commercial-hospitality-architecture) - [Residential Architecture & Design](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/residential-architecture-design) - [Facade Design & Material Innovation](https://mytribe.in/sianarchitects/facade-design-material-innovation) ## Similar work from other experts - [Our Recognition & Design Conversations](https://mytribe.in/kamatrozario/commercial-institutional-architecture/recognition-conversations) by Kamat & Rozario Architecture · Commercial & Institutional Architecture · Takes projects across India; Visit Studio in Ulsoor, Bengaluru - [Awards and Recognition: Our Architectural Design Features](https://mytribe.in/urbanscape_architects/residential-architecture-interior-design/in-the-spotlight-awards-publications) by Urbanscape Architects · Residential Architecture & Interior Design · Takes projects across Delhi NCR; Visit office at Shahpur Jat, New Delhi - [Awards and Recognition in Architectural Design](https://mytribe.in/jmamumbai/interior-design/in-the-media-awards-recognition) by Jugal Mistri Architects · Interior Design · Takes projects across Mumbai, Goa, and Delhi NCR - [Industry Features and Architectural Recognition](https://mytribe.in/kns_architects/interior-design/global-recognition-press) by KNS Architects · Interior Design · Takes projects across India; Visit offices in Worli and Andheri West, Mumbai - [Architectural Features and Industry Recognition](https://mytribe.in/architects_mathewghosh/interior-architecture-design/in-the-press-on-the-stage) by Mathew and Ghosh · Interior Architecture & Design · Visit Studio in Koramangala; Projects across Bengaluru & India - [Award-Winning Architectural Design and Recognition](https://mytribe.in/renesa.architects/commercial-interior-design/recognition-press) by Renesa · Commercial Interior Design · Takes projects across India; Visit studio in Vasant Vihar, New Delhi ## Book To book SIAN Architects, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I%20saw%20your%20features%20in%20Architecture%20%2B%20Design%20and%20WADE%20Asia.%20I%20would%20like%20to%20discuss%20my%20upcoming%20project%20with%20you.)