Get inspired!

17,725 architecture projects

Learn from past Buildner architecture competition participants through our extensive project library, curated over more than 15 years!

Cylindrical Structure with Wooden Beams Overlooking the Vineyard

Authors:
Seyedreza Hosseini, Mehrnoosh Forghani Ozroudi
Cylindrical Structure with Wooden Beams Overlooking the Vineyard
Explore the full project presentation!
Subscribers only
The design features a cylindrical structure supported by wooden beams that offers panoramic views of the vineyard, creating an immersive environment for wine tasting.
5 key facts about this project
01
The design is inspired by the form of traditional wine barrels.
02
Large windows open to capture natural ventilation and views.
03
The circular layout allows for a 360-degree experience of the surroundings.
04
Wooden beams create an open interior while maintaining structural integrity.
05
The tasting room integrates harmoniously with the sloped vineyard landscape.

The wine tasting room is located on a gentle slope that provides views of the surrounding vineyard. The design features a cylindrical form, echoing the shapes of traditional wine barrels. This connection underscores the idea of aging and the relationship between wine and its environment. The space is intended to offer visitors an opportunity to engage deeply with the flavors and aromas of wine while enjoying the landscape.

Design Concept

This cylindrical structure enhances the experience of being within the tasting room. Wooden beams line the exterior and create an inviting atmosphere without blocking the views. These beams also allow natural light to fill the interior, fostering a connection between the indoor space and the open vineyard. The design not only serves its practical purpose but also reflects the journey of wine from the vineyard to the glass.

Structural Layout

Upon entering, guests descend a stairway to reach the lower level, where a circular main table is set. This arrangement encourages groups to come together, emphasizing the social aspect of wine tasting. Wine becomes the centerpiece here, allowing visitors to explore its qualities while surrounded by the beauty of the vineyard.

Environmental Considerations

In a region with a wet climate, large windows and openings are incorporated into the design. Guests can open these windows to enjoy fresh air and the sounds of nature. This focus on natural ventilation contributes to energy efficiency and creates a pleasant indoor environment throughout the seasons.

Connection to Landscape

With a radius of 4.5 meters, the circular layout provides unobstructed views of the vineyard. Arched ceilings, inspired by barrel designs, enhance the feeling of being enveloped by the surrounding landscape. As people move through the space, they are reminded of the close relationship between architecture and the land, as well as the story behind each bottle of wine.

Noticed a mistake?
Highlight the text and click on
Noticed a mistake

Enter an open architecture
competition now

The Home of 
Shadows
The Home of Shadows
The light studies. Edition #4
The Architect’s 
Stair
The Architect’s Stair
Take a step and make a statement! Edition #3
The Architect's 
Chair
The Architect's Chair
Take a seat and make a statement! Edition #5
MICROHOME 2026
MICROHOME 2026
100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #11
The Next House: USA
The Next House: USA
20,000 USD Prize
Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2026
Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2026
100,000€ Prize / 2026

The Next House: USA — A Global Call to Reimagine the American Suburb

`
Competition organisers

Buildner is launching The Next House: USA, a global architecture competition that challenges architects, designers, and thinkers to reimagine the American suburban home for the 21st century. For decades, the suburban house has symbolized comfort and stability, but today it often reflects excess, isolation, and environmental strain. This competition asks: how can the American home evolve to address climate urgency, economic pressures, and shifting social values?

Participants are tasked with designing a prototype home of no more than 1,500 sq ft (≈140 m²) for a household of two adults and one child. The design should be compact yet generous, adaptable, sustainable, affordable, and replicable across diverse U.S. contexts. More than a design exercise, the competition aims to spark a conversation about how homes can support healthier, smarter, and more connected communities.

The total prize fund is $20,000 USD. The final registration deadline is May 20, 2026, and winners will be announced on September 22, 2026. The Next House: USA invites architects, students, and visionaries worldwide to redefine what the American home means today—and what it should mean tomorrow.

The Next House: USA

Design the next suburban home for the USA

20,000 USD Prize ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 18 February 2026

Open architecture competitions

  • Closest deadline first
  • Project competitions first
    Selected winning projects have the potential to be constructed
  • Ideas competitions
    Experimental competitions with the focus on pushing the boundaries of creativity
new
Rome 
Rain Rooms

Design a rain room for Rome

ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 14 January 2026
new
Pavilion Atlas 2026

Design a story of your country

ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 21 January 2026
Iceland 
Slow Sauna

Design slow sauna in Iceland

project COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 28 January 2026
The Next House: USA

Design the next suburban home for the USA

20,000 USD Prize ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 18 February 2026

Recurring architecture competitions

Re:Form - 
New Life 
for Old Spaces

Choose a site—used, abandoned, or forgotten—anywhere in the world, and give it a new purpose

Edition #2 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 3 December 2025
The Home of 
Shadows

Design a home with no artificial lighting

The light studies. Edition #4 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 14 January 2026
The Architect’s 
Stair

Take a step and make a statement!

Take a step and make a statement! Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 15 January 2026
The Architect's 
Chair

Take a seat and make a statement!

Take a seat and make a statement! Edition #5 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 22 January 2026
new
MICROHOME 2026

Design a new concept of small-scale home and share a prize fund of 100,000€

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #11 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 €
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 11 February 2026
new
Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2026

Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize

100,000€ Prize / 2026 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 €
Eligibility Open to all
Early bird registration deadline 26 February 2026

Media, partners and clients

To view this project in detail,
please log in with your
Architects’ Network Plus account.
Subscription instantly unlocks all the architecture projects plus other member-only benefits:
  • Access the 17,725 Concept Library
  • Professional tools including file transfer, email, portfolio management, and more
Register now
Already a member? Log in

This website uses cookies to improve user experience and gather usage statistics.

More information is available in our Privacy & Cookie policy