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Spiral Pathways and Community Interaction in a Multi-Functional Gathering Space
Spiral Pathways and Community Interaction in a Multi-Functional Gathering Space
Matteo Cavuoti, Alessandro michele Altamura
A spiral pathway leads through a multi-functional gathering space, connecting a central hall to various communal areas while embracing a strong relationship with the surrounding landscape.
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Circular Design Featuring Slatted Wood Facade and Sustainable Materials for Artistic Retreat
Circular Design Featuring Slatted Wood Facade and Sustainable Materials for Artistic Retreat
Ubolsiri Racharaks
A circular structure with a slatted wood facade optimizes natural light and ventilation, creating a conducive environment for artists to collaborate and create within Bangkok’s vibrant cultural landscape.
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Translucent Geodesic Structure With Cross-Laminated Timber and Local Stone for Sustainable Mountain Retreat
Translucent Geodesic Structure With Cross-Laminated Timber and Local Stone for Sustainable Mountain Retreat
Christian Hennemann, Olivia Lees, Anastasia Kriwoscheja, Florian Wiegand
A translucent geodesic dome constructed with cross-laminated timber and local stone provides a sustainable refuge for mountaineers, emphasizing environmental integration and energy efficiency.
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Cultural Hub Featuring Sustainable Materials and Shared Living Spaces for Intergenerational Community Interaction
Cultural Hub Featuring Sustainable Materials and Shared Living Spaces for Intergenerational Community Interaction
Zafira Rahmatul Ummah, Alifian Kharisma, Ingrid Dharmawan, Muvida Muvida
Built using locally sourced materials and incorporating modular units, the design fosters intergenerational living through shared communal spaces, catering specifically to the needs of an aging population.
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Carbon Fiber Structures Enhanced by Geothermal Systems in a Modular Residential Complex
Carbon Fiber Structures Enhanced by Geothermal Systems in a Modular Residential Complex
Rebal Knayzeh
Utilizing carbon fiber for structural integrity and geothermal systems for energy efficiency, this modular residential complex offers a sustainable living environment designed for adaptability and community interaction.
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Cork Cladding and Gabled Forms in a Dual-Level Retreat Space
Cork Cladding and Gabled Forms in a Dual-Level Retreat Space
Péquin Romain
Constructed with cork cladding and a gabled roof, the retreat integrates communal spaces and dual-level accommodations to facilitate meditation and connection with nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaics Define Sustainable Shelter Amid Himalayan Peaks
Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaics Define Sustainable Shelter Amid Himalayan Peaks
Rumena Trendafilova, Pavel Pavlov, Jonathan Lowes
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and aluminum roofing, the design creates a durable, energy-efficient shelter that integrates seamlessly into the Himalayan landscape, serving as a comfortable retreat for travelers along the Great Himalayas Trail.
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Hexagonal Adobe Habitat With Teak And Sal Timber Integration In High-Altitude Environment
Hexagonal Adobe Habitat With Teak And Sal Timber Integration In High-Altitude Environment
ARUNIMA GANGULI, TANVI GUPTA, RAUNAK SINGH REKHI, PRABHNOOR SINGH
Incorporating hexagonal modules crafted from adobe and enhanced with teak and sal timber, the design effectively addresses the challenges of high-altitude living while providing flexible residential spaces for communal engagement.
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Wind Tower and Copper Cladding Shape Sustainable Living in Circular Design
Wind Tower and Copper Cladding Shape Sustainable Living in Circular Design
Matteo Gravante, Sebastián Maximiliano Torelli Conde, Matteo Gravante
Characterized by a central wind tower and copper cladding, this residence integrates sustainable materials and communal spaces to create an efficient living environment that emphasizes energy conservation.
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RINGED SANCTUARY FOR WELLNESS AND REST
RINGED SANCTUARY FOR WELLNESS AND REST
Ana-maria Lenghen, Razvan ioan Muntean, Silviu ioan Popa
House Fo(u)r Innerlight(s) is a yoga retreat designed to foster mindfulness and community within a natural forest setting in Latvia. The project emphasizes a circular spatial organization that integrates indoor and outdoor environments while supporting both collective activities and individual reflection.
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A Lightweight Forest Dwelling with Integrated Water Systems
A Lightweight Forest Dwelling with Integrated Water Systems
Austin Autrey
Integrating fog harvesting technology with locally sourced spruce plywood, this elevated residence offers a unique approach to sustainability while providing functional living spaces within a serene forest setting.
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MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION

MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION
Elan Jordan Ergas Lenett Sigrid Anna Joubert
Located in the wetland landscape of Big Slough and Silver Lake, the design offers a vertical exploration of the natural environment through a carefully articulated watchtower structure. The project merges ecological awareness with spatial complexity, creating an architectural framework for observation, movement, and interaction.
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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 RESIDENTIAL ENSEMBLE WITH COURTYARDS AND MAYADEEN
A RESIDENTIAL ENSEMBLE WITH COURTYARDS AND MAYADEEN
Balint Iszak, Csenge Gyorgyi
Set within a contemporary residential context in the United Arab Emirates, the design explores the relationship between traditional urban forms and present-day living requirements. It emphasizes community interaction, environmental responsiveness, and adaptability, responding to both cultural and climatic conditions.
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A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING
A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING
Paula Soler Soler, Marta Woodward Moncho
Designed for a residential setting in Dubai, the architecture responds to the demands of desert living through passive strategies, adaptable spatial planning, and material efficiency. The layout emphasizes a balance between privacy and communal life, with a focus on outdoor integration.
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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 PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING
A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING
Hadi Koohihabibi, Pariya Shahbazi, Parsa Kavosi, Kimia Salimzadeh
Located in a small urban center adjacent to open landscape, the structure supports both elevated viewing and pedestrian circulation across its site. Designed to enhance public engagement, it responds to local context through its spatial configuration and material logic.
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A GUIDEPOST FOR COMMUNITY AND CONTEXTUAL ENGAGEMENT
A GUIDEPOST FOR COMMUNITY AND CONTEXTUAL ENGAGEMENT
Shuyang Fang, Tianjian Cheng
Positioned within the prairie landscape of De Smet, the structure functions as a vertical marker that combines public utility with cultural reference. Its design responds to local narratives and environmental conditions, offering spaces for observation, orientation, and gathering.
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A Climate-Responsive Residence with Living Walls and Voids
A Climate-Responsive Residence with Living Walls and Voids
Wilson Lopes Do Nascimento Junior, Valerio Ziantoni, Gabriela Vitória Carvalho, João Pedro Pina
The design addresses the challenges of desert living by integrating sustainable strategies that support self-sufficiency and environmental resilience. Emphasizing resource efficiency and ecological balance, the project highlights the relationship between built form and natural systems in a harsh environment.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 €
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Advance registration deadline 9 October 2025
Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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