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Underground Tunnel Connecting Community Spaces With Sustainable Water Filtration Systems
Underground Tunnel Connecting Community Spaces With Sustainable Water Filtration Systems
Aghvan Harutyunyan, Narek Minasyan, Arman Vardanyan, Narek Minassian, Arman Vardanyan
An underground tunnel connects distinct community spaces within a modern hotel, highlighting a sustainable water filtration system that supports the surrounding vineyards.
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Experiencing Film Within Natural Cave-Like Walls Under the Icelandic Landscape
Experiencing Film Within Natural Cave-Like Walls Under the Icelandic Landscape
Ivan Haynes, Hannah Cole, Britany Slater
Built underground to enhance thermal performance, the pavilion features natural cave-like walls and rock formations, offering visitors an immersive experience centered on Icelandic film appreciation.
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Natural Light Play Within A Below-Ground Memorial Constructed In Concrete
Natural Light Play Within A Below-Ground Memorial Constructed In Concrete
Beka Dvali, Lasha Alavidze, Jemal Katamadze, Nodari Maisaia
A below-ground memorial constructed from concrete features skylights that enhance natural light, providing a tranquil space for reflection and honoring the memories of the departed.
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Kinetic Glass Façade Integrating Community Market with Sustainable Urban Connectivity
Kinetic Glass Façade Integrating Community Market with Sustainable Urban Connectivity
Fabrizio Vignettes beristain
A kinetic glass façade interacts with solar patterns while incorporating diverse community spaces, fostering connectivity and engagement in a bustling urban environment.
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Hexagonal Redwood Units Integrated with Green Roof and Community Beehives
Hexagonal Redwood Units Integrated with Green Roof and Community Beehives
Jason Seol, Jamie Guzick, Hoa Dang
Hexagonal modular units constructed with local redwood and topped with a green roof support a community-oriented living environment enhanced by rooftop gardens and beehives.
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Central Concrete Tube and Oculus Connect Subterranean Exhibition Space with Natural Light
Central Concrete Tube and Oculus Connect Subterranean Exhibition Space with Natural Light
Hankang Jin, Dinullah Bayu Ibrahim
A central concrete tube and an oculus create a dynamic connection between subterranean exhibition spaces and natural light, facilitating a cultural hub for community interaction and engagement.
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Below-Ground Educational Facility With Natural Light and Concrete Serenity
Below-Ground Educational Facility With Natural Light and Concrete Serenity
Karen Sarkisian
Incorporating below-ground spaces and utilizing concrete to create a reflective atmosphere, the design merges educational facilities with a memorial context, fostering a unique environment for learning and remembrance.
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Coral Stone Facade Enhanced by Algae Panels in a Biophilic Residential Community
Coral Stone Facade Enhanced by Algae Panels in a Biophilic Residential Community
Daniel Baldassarri
Utilizing a coral stone facade and algae panels, this biophilic residential community integrates sustainable materials and advanced water management systems to create a harmonious living environment.
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Ribbon of Memory Connecting Past and Present in a Reflective Memorial Space
Ribbon of Memory Connecting Past and Present in a Reflective Memorial Space
Sorescu Iulia-ștefania, Ri SonGang
The design features a ribbon-like underground memorial that connects to the sky, creating a reflective space honoring the victims of witchcraft while integrating with the historical context of the Place de Jeanne d'Arc in Rouen.
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Volcanic Rock and Turf Integration in a Northern Icelandic Café
Volcanic Rock and Turf Integration in a Northern Icelandic Café
Ryan Sotelo
Utilizing volcanic rock and a turf roof, the café harmonizes with the dramatic landscape of Hverfjall Volcano while offering an immersive space for visitors to experience Iceland's unique geological features.
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Community Hub Featuring Subterranean Spaces and Water Elements
Community Hub Featuring Subterranean Spaces and Water Elements
Pedro henrique Nieber caldeira, Lucas natan De souza soares
An extensive subterranean design integrates smooth water features and multi-level outdoor spaces, transforming a historic school into a vibrant community museum dedicated to cultural engagement.
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Underground Tunnels and Fiber Optics Enhancing Community Connectivity
Underground Tunnels and Fiber Optics Enhancing Community Connectivity
Karl Fenning, Justin Baatjes
Incorporating underground tunnels and fiber optics, the design enhances community connectivity while addressing housing needs through modular living units for a diverse urban population.
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Ethereal Glass Facade and Concrete Piers Shaping a Volcanology Experience
Ethereal Glass Facade and Concrete Piers Shaping a Volcanology Experience
Aaron campbell Campbell, Allysa Taylor
Framed by clouded glass and supported by concrete piers, the center offers an immersive exploration of volcanic geology and natural wonders in Iceland's Mývatn region.
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Glass and Concrete Exploration of Digital Culture in a Historic Context
Glass and Concrete Exploration of Digital Culture in a Historic Context
MARILENA NTOUNETA, JACOPO CATTOZZO MOR, GULCIN ORAKCI
A sophisticated blend of dark glass and poured concrete forms an engaging space dedicated to the exploration of digital culture, seamlessly integrating state-of-the-art technology within a historic London context.
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Charred Wood Accents and Glass Façades Defining A Community-Centric Urban Infill Project
Charred Wood Accents and Glass Façades Defining A Community-Centric Urban Infill Project
Charles Todd Ackerley
With a distinctive wedge shape and a thoughtful blend of charred wood accents and expansive glass façades, this urban infill combines sustainable living with vibrant community spaces, fostering an engaging environment for residents and businesses alike.
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A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
Franco Ghilardi
Wrapped in charred wooden shingles and built from cross-laminated timber, this community spa blends wellness, sustainability, and landscape-driven design in a remote Icelandic setting.
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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives
A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives
Levi Gauge Pfeil
Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.
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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living
Pietro Cipolletta Marco Caporaletti
Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs

Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
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A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living
A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living
Paolo Dolceamore, Omar Cicci, Federico Andrea Iannarone, Matteo Dossetto
Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.
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The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates
The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates
Hubert Pierre Olivier Charlaix, Mathieu Henri Pierre Nouhen
Situated in a remote and climatically challenging environment, the design responds to the need for shelter and communal space within a rugged natural landscape. The approach reflects regional building traditions while addressing functional requirements for comfort and protection.
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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation
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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes
A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes
Silviu Virgil Aldea
Located in a temperate climate zone, the residence explores a modern approach to family living through a series of interlocking volumes. The design emphasizes a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting adaptable living patterns while responding to environmental considerations.
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A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities
A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities
Kristýna Rosecká, Sandro Nanić
The design responds to pressing housing needs in regions affected by climate change and urban displacement, focusing on sustainable, self-sufficient living solutions.
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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
Ryan Kirkness
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the Mývatn landscape, providing a functional ski cabin that balances modern amenities with local materiality.
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The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000
The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000
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Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2025
Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize
100,000€ Prize / 2025 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 €
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Advance registration deadline 11 September 2025
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MICROHOME

MICROHOME
Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction
100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #10 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 10 September 2025
Concrete Pavilion
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Concrete Pavilion
Design a concrete pavilion
Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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Advance registration deadline 17 September 2025
Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
AIA (American Institute of Architects) invites you to design affordable housing in Denver
Affordable Housing Series 19th Edition ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 18 September 2025
The Architect's Chair
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The Architect's Chair

Take a seat and make a statement!
Take a seat and make a statement! Edition #4 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 18 September 2025
Museum of Emotions
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
Edition #7 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Prize Monetary award
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Advance registration deadline 18 September 2025
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces
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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
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Early bird registration deadline 2 October 2025
Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
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Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
Design a safe and supportive space to those struggling with a terminal illness
Edition #5 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 10,000 €
Eligibility Open to all
Advance registration deadline 9 October 2025
Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
Architecture for Children’s Development #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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Advance registration deadline 16 October 2025
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