The Bishop Jerome School of Architecture and Design (BJI) in Kollam, Kerala, has officially announced its highly anticipated Open House Presentation for May 2026. Organized by the institution's Design and Consultancy Cell, this public event serves as a premier stage showcasing the next generation of architectural talent and groundbreaking studio innovations.

Event Overview & Schedule

The Open House is designed to bridge the gap between academic innovation and the public audience, putting a spotlight on the finest design minds in the region.

  • Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026

  • Time: 9:30 AM

  • Venue: Yellow Floor Lounge, School of Architecture & Design, Bishop Jerome Institute (BJI), Kollam, Kerala

  • Organized By: Design and Consultancy Cell, BJI Architecture & Design

What to Expect: Studio Projects & Thesis Defense

The exhibition will feature selected students presenting their top-tier studio projects spanning multiple semesters, alongside comprehensive final-year thesis work. The presentations will cover:

  • Studio Project Highlights: The best architectural designs from the S2, S4, S6, and S8 batches.

  • S10 Thesis Presentations: Final-year students presenting their capstone thesis projects to a public audience.

Recognition & Awards

To promote academic rigor and creative brilliance, the event will culminate in an awards ceremony:

  • Design Excellence Awards: Presented in recognition of outstanding and innovative design execution among the studio projects.

  • The Thesis Gold Medal: The highly coveted institutional honor will be officially announced and awarded during the event.

Featured Student Presenters

A curated group of talented students from the Thesis and Studio batches will be presenting their work. Notable presenters featured in the event showcase include:

Thesis Batches

  • Krishnendu

  • Subin

  • Shalima

  • Kripa

  • Alen

  • Jyotsna

  • Lakshmi

Studio Batches

  • Sabari

  • Nithin

  • Aaziya

  • Vismaya

Public Invitation: The Bishop Jerome School of Architecture and Design welcomes students, parents, industry professionals, and architecture enthusiasts to join the session at the Yellow Floor Lounge to witness these emerging architects shape the future of design.