Designing
the Stall-
A Place of Stories
International Design Competition
Tea, one of the world's most beloved drinks, boasts a rich
and complex history spanning thousands of years and
various cultures. Its influence extends beyond the beverage
itself, deeply embedding into the social and cultural fabrics
of communities globally. According to legend, tea
originated in China in 2737 BCE when Emperor Shen Nong,
an herbalist, discovered its refreshing taste after leaves
accidentally fell into boiling water.
Tea stalls, prevalent worldwide, act as local social hubs,
promoting a sense of community and belonging. These
stalls draw people from all walks of life, breaking socio-
economic barriers and providing a relaxing escape from
daily life. The soothing and therapeutic consumption of tea
and snacks adds to their appeal.
In South Asia, tea stalls play a significant role in political
discussions and public opinion formation. They serve as
informal forums for free exchange of ideas, ranging from
local gossip to serious political debates, reflecting societal
tensions. More than just commercial spaces, these stalls
are integral to the social and cultural fabric of the region,
acting as lifelines for neighborhoods. They enrich
community life through connections and conversations,
weaving a rich tapestry of social interaction that goes
beyond the simple act of drinking tea.
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[1] History of tea in China (2024) Wikipedia. Available
at:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_tea_in_China#Historic
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Designer’s Role
In the dynamic urban landscape of South Asia, designing a tea stall is a
commitment among so many critical choices, significantly shaping the
functionality and social impact of the stall. The designer can focus on economic
efficiency through a stall design with low cost and that occupies the least space.
Making it modular, easily assembled, or dismantled could be suitable for the
density of a chaotic urban environment, putting the emphasis on functionality. The
other could look into an ergonomic product design, maybe to streamline the
operations of the seller at its maximum efficiency using innovative and user-
friendly tools.
Artistically, local culture could be drawn on to dress the stall with aesthetics of
the traditional and thereby make it a vibrant point of cultural expression. The
design process will be guided by community health and environmental
sustainability; for instance, in the design of a re-usable cup system that greatly
assists in reduction of wastage, and effective solutions for smoke management
and hence improved air quality.
Besides, the designer is at liberty to consider an imaginary site or plan the design
based on the real site at the surrounding context, hence the approach would be
tailor-made, and it respects all the local nuances that maximize the relevance
and impact of the tea stall in the chosen location. This means that the designer
has total empowerment to really optimize the design of the tea stall for that
specific setting within an urban or rural setting.
Artist: Madhobi
Key Themes
Community Impact
Designs should consider how the tea stall will serve and integrate with the local
community. This includes accessibility for all individuals, fostering a welcoming
atmosphere, supporting local crafts, waste reduction technique and potential to
become a community gathering point.
Artistic and Visionary Approach
Submissions should demonstrate unique artistic expression and aesthetic value that
enhances the local environment. This might include innovative design, thematic
decoration, and visually appealing structures. The overall concept should be original
and visionary, presenting new ideas or interpretations reflecting elements of local
culture, history, or art.
Functionality and Innovation
Proposals should introduce at least one innovative product or feature that enhances
the tea drinking experience, outlining how the stall will operate efficiently, focusing on
workflow, customer service, and overall management.
Eligibility
Anyone from any background are welcome to participate (min Age 18) Submissions
can be the work of an individual or a group of up to 3 members.
Registration
Early Bird Registration (Jan 20 to Feb 03) – 700 BDT or 10 USD
Standard Registration Period (Feb 04 to Feb 21) – 1200 BDT or 12 USD
Last Minute Registration (Feb 22 to Feb 28) – 2000 BDT or 20 USD
Can be registered as individual member or a group of maximum 3.
Please Fillup the google form with Required info.
*Entrants may register by paying the appropriate amount with Bkash or Paypal and
Filling up the google form with required information and transection ID.
*The participants will receive their TEAMCODE within 24 hours of completing their
Registration
Artist: Madhobi
Schedule
Brief Launch Jan 20
Early Bird Registration Ends Feb 03
Standard Registration Ends Feb 21
Last Minute Registration Ends Feb 28
Submission Deadline Mar 03
Announcement of Winners Mar 21
*Note: All deadlines are 11:59 pm - 00:00 BST (Bangladesh) UTC+06:00
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Awards Registration and payments
Winning participants will receive prizes totaling BDT 70,000 with the
distribution as follows: Participants from Bangladesh can pay the registration fee using
a “send money” option in bKash.
-Best Award for Community Impact- BDT 20,000/- bKash Number:
-Best Award for Visionary Artist/Creative Excellence- BDT 20,000/-
-Best Award for Functional Design/Product Usability- BDT 20,000/- Participants from outside Bangladesh are encouraged to pay via
-1 Special Award- BDT 10,000/- Paypal.
-6 Honorable mentions Please contact clamire support team via email
[email protected] to get to know the Paypal account
Winners and honorable mentions will be published on CLAYMIRE’s details instantly.
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Submission Requirements FAQ
A2 Sheet 1. Who can participate in the ‘Designing the Stall’ Competition?
- Format: Landscape-oriented A2 Sheet -The competition is open to students from all fields of study,
- Team Code: Clearly mention your team code on the top professionals in design-related disciplines, and anyone with a
right –hand corner in Arial 14 pt. passion for creativity and design.
- Presentation Techniques : Use any technique of your 2. What is the deadline for submissions?
choice for the design, -All entries must be submitted by March 03 no later than 11:59pm
sketches/diagrams/visualization/texts BST (Bangladesh) UTC+06:00.
- Language: all text must be in English 3. Can teams participate, or is this an individual competition?
-Both individual and team entries up to 3 members are accepted.
Project explanation document: Team compositions can be disclosed in the registration process.
- Description: provide a document explaining your idea 4. What criteria will be used to judge the designs?
(maximum 250 words) -Designs will be evaluated based on originality, sustainability,
- Format: Pdf or doc. Name the files as teamcode.pdf aesthetic value, and the ability to cater to the needs of a diverse
clientele.
Submission Format 5. How will intellectual property rights be handled?
-Participants retain the rights to their designs, but by entering the
- Submission Format: Submit your design as a PDF competition, they grant CLAYMIRE Team the right to use submitted
- PDF/Doc. containing Project Explanation materials for promotional purposes.
- Email Address: Send your submission to 6. How can I get updates about the competition?
[email protected]. -Keep an eye on our social media channels for updates.
- Subject Line: Use your TEAM CODE as the subject of 7. Can I use AI-generated images in my competition entry?
the email. -No, AI-generated images are not permitted in this competition. We
- File Size: Ensure the file size is no larger than 20MB. encourage original work that is manually created by the participant.
- File Naming: Save the file as TeamCode.pdf. 8. Who can I contact if I have more questions?
-For further inquiries, please contact our support team at
[email protected]. We are available to assist you with any
additional questions you may have.
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Our Respected Jurors
Shuvra Das has completed his B.arch Tasadduk Hossain Dulu was born in
degree from the Department of Khwaja Fatmi is an Architect and Noakhali, Bangladesh, in 1971. He
Architecture BUET in 2016. After his Humanitarian worker. After her identifies with new voices from
graduation, he started his academic graduation in 2017, she has been working Chittagong who have been searching a
career in the Department of Architecture in various rural places in Bangladesh. As fresh artistic vision. Cats, clay toys and
in the University of Asia Pacific, Dhaka. He an architect and design professional, curtains have frequently found a place in
joined Chittagong University of Human connection and other non-visual Dulu’s paintings. According to the artist,
Engineering and Technology in February experiences have been the key element in the curtain represents relationships.
2018 and till now he is working as a Dulu received a master’s degree in
her design practice.
lecturer in the Department of Architecture. painting from the University of
In the year 2017, he attended the Summer Currently she has been working with Chittagong in 1993. Notable among his
School at the Laurie Baker Center in Oxfam, in the Water and Sanitation awards are Young Artist Award (Best in
Trivandrum, Kerala, India where he Hygiene team. all media), 14th Young Artists Art
participated in the hands-on workshop of Exhibition, Bangladesh Shilpakala
building with local materials. He His She previously worked with ActionAid, Academy, Dhaka, 2002; Best Award in
interest in the sustainable building BRAC and other organizations. She has Painting, 13th Young Artists Art
process and community architecture took recently been recognized by Aga Khan Exhibition, Dhaka, 2000; Artist Rashid
him to a position of collaboration with Trust for Culture for her contribution in Chowdhury Award (Best in all media),
community skills and teaching with a Rohingya Response. Social Architecture Annual Art Exhibition, Department of
wider interest. In 2024 Shuvra Das started Fine Arts, University of Chittagong, 1994
workshop In Teknaf by OXFAM, Healthy
his journey for his Masters of ladnscape & 1995; 2nd Prize, 5th Berger Young
Neighborhood with Noapara Community,
Architecture in RMIT, Melobourne Painters, Dhaka; Honourable Award, 14th
Display Center for Rohingya Women etc.
Australia. Asian Art Bienaale Bangladesh, Dhaka,
are few of her notable projects. 2010. The artist lives and works in
Chittagong.
Schedule
Jan 20 Feb 03 Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 03 Mar 21
Brief Early Bird Standard Last Minute Submission Announcement
Launch Registration Registration Registration Deadline of Winners
Ends Ends Ends
