Caleb Ong Yan Weng

Winner of Drawing of the Year Award 2019

Malaysia

‘In references from theories devised from Tschumi’s architectural disjunctions, real and fictional architectural elements of events, space and movement with a varying level of Visibility and Accessibility are disjointed and alternatingly distributed across the building without a main central point and a clear hierarchy of space; reflecting the nonhierarchical organizational of the coworking community.The building established itself as a game of snake and ladders, with its unending circulation filled with alternating program, alternating accessibility, varying space conditions, multiple entry/exit point that provides coworker a game of choice towards an undetermined daily routine and events.’

Judges’ thoughts

“Caleb Ong’s drawing instantly grabbed our attention, the richness of detail, its complexity of line-work and the fact that its hand-drawn makes for a truly incredible piece. We were captivated by the drawing’s character and the strength of its composition, a real hive of activity!

We’re very proud to award this Archisource Drawing of the Year 2019 and proves how architectural drawings can be powerful communication tools and mechanisms of inspiration.”

Amelie Savoie-Saumure, Matt Breton-Honeyman and Pascale Julien

Highly Commended - Drawing of the Year Award

Canada

‘This drawing represents our vision for a border control point between Israel and Jordan in the middle of the Dead Sea. It portrays our impression of the long and interruptive, almost dehumanizing process of border crossings, where military forces and antagonism between nations are omnipresent.

The user is forced into a long sequential process by a continuous flow of automated trains, following two trajectories that never physically connect but entangle into moments of tension. The use of colour conveys a more ironic tone, where the whimsical representation intentionally contrasts with the darkness of the subject matter.’

Judges’ thoughts

“A striking image that grabs the audience’s attention through its strong composition, bold use of colour and its impressive delicacy and skill.

The authors’ critical approach to border control is reflected through a playful representation of its polemic, illustrating the mundane struggles of this process offering an intriguing narrative-led architectural expression.

A truly inspirational and original drawing showcasing how a narrative can be a powerful foundation in conveying the critiques underpinning a project.”