Young Innovator Challenge
ABOUT YOUNG INNOVATOR CHALLENGE

We are thrilled to share the exciting progress of the Young Innovator Challenge in Innovative Dormitory Design! As the competition unfolds, participating students have started to gain a deeper understanding of the dormitory industry and its unique challenges. They have embarked on an immersive learning journey with DASL, experiencing virtual reality gameplay that simulates dormitory environments, and have even visited an actual dormitory to witness real-world operations.

Additionally, each participant has been paired with an experienced mentor to guide them through the competition, helping them refine their ideas and sharpen their focus. We are already seeing incredible project work, and it's clear that these young innovators are on the path to creating transformative solutions for the future of dormitory living!

Challenge Timeline
1 April 2024 - 30 November 2024
Application and project submission
1 December 2024 - 31 January 2025
Evaluation/ selection/ interview
28 February 2025
Announce award winners
24 April 2025 - 25 April 2025
Project showcase at conference
25 April 2025
Award ceremony at gala dinner
Application

Applicants can register on our platform by completing the participation form. The proposal to be submitted to the organiser no later than 30 November 2024, 2359hrs.

Submission Guidelines:

Entries should submit the project proposal that includes:

  • An executive summary of no more than 1,00 words
  • Technical feasibility of solution and unique facets
  • Effectiveness in addressing the challenge
  • Potential benefits
  • Operational feasibility
  • Business feasibility of solution
  • Capacity and expertise to execute

Project proposals should include:

  • Comprehensive report design portfolio, highlighting key features, challenges addressed and overall impac
  • A presentation deck
  • Any supporting document such as design mock up/modelling, visual aids, etc.
Judging Criteria
  • Creativity (20%)
  • Functionality (30%)
  • Sustainability (20%)
  • Potential positive impact on the dormitory living experience (20%)
  • Clarity & Comprehensiveness of proposal and test plans (10%)


Results will be announced via email by 28 February 2025.

Participating Schools

The winners will be announced and honoured at The Dormitory Awards Ceremony and Industry Gala Dinner on 24 $ 25 April 2025, where they will have the opportunity to showcase their innovative designs to industry professionals, peers and the wider community.

Ngee Ann Polytechnic


Republic Polytechnic


ITE College Central