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Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Design in Compact Sustainable Living Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Design in Compact Sustainable Living Solutions
Mikhail Mykhailenko
Charred wooden shingles envelop a modular design that harmonizes with its natural surroundings, offering a compact and sustainable living solution tailored for modern lifestyles.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Heating in a Tranquil Guest Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Heating in a Tranquil Guest Retreat
Sebastian Serna de los rios
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and a geothermal heating system, the design harmonizes with the stunning Icelandic landscape to create a serene retreat for guests seeking an immersive connection with nature.
iceland guesthouse hospitality geothermal sustainable landscape community nature volcano mvatn
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Gardens in Compact Urban Living Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Gardens in Compact Urban Living Solutions
Desmond Chang, Tsz Long Chan, Quoc An Andy Ly, Kit Yeung Garrick Chan
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and vertical gardens, the design transforms compact urban living into a vibrant community experience that fosters social interaction and sustainable practices.
hong kong housing communal sustainable urban living units shared community compact
Fortress-Like Residences Featuring Bright Red Accents and Expansive Green Spaces in a High-Density Urban Environment
Fortress-Like Residences Featuring Bright Red Accents and Expansive Green Spaces in a High-Density Urban Environment
Yuanyuan Li, Yi Ran Weng
Bright red accents punctuate the deep green facades of a fortress-like residential complex designed to provide urban tranquility and community engagement in the heart of Hong Kong.
hong kong residential high-rise community privacy urban living modern sustainability mixed-use
Charred Wooden Shingles and Insulated Panels Define Flexible Urban Housing Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Insulated Panels Define Flexible Urban Housing Solutions
Edvinas Vygontas
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and structural insulated panels, this flexible modular housing solution offers a sustainable answer to urban living needs, catering to diverse resident requirements in a compact footprint.
melbourne housing modular affordable urban community sustainability residential family units
Charred Wooden Shingles and Polycarbonate Panels Shape Sustainable Modular Cabins for a Cycling Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Polycarbonate Panels Shape Sustainable Modular Cabins for a Cycling Retreat
Birk Stauber, Romuald Fontaine, Lena Grünbauer
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and transparent polycarbonate panels, these modular cabins seamlessly merge with their natural surroundings, providing sustainable resting spaces for cyclists traversing the scenic EuroVelo 6 route in France.
modular cabins eurovelo sustainable cycling recreation community adaptable wood france
Charred Wood Cladding and Modular Steel Framework Create Versatile Urban Housing Solutions
Charred Wood Cladding and Modular Steel Framework Create Versatile Urban Housing Solutions
Davide Saramin, Giacomo Murador
Incorporating charred wood cladding and a modular steel framework, the design redefines urban living spaces by merging aesthetic appeal with adaptability for diverse residential needs.
hong kong modular housing sustainability community greenery adaptability urban residential spaces
Cross-Laminated Timber and Angular Roofs in a Compact Sustainable Home
Cross-Laminated Timber and Angular Roofs in a Compact Sustainable Home
Herwig Baumgartner
Defined by its cross-laminated timber structure and angular roofs, this compact home seamlessly blends modern aesthetics with sustainability, creating a versatile living space that prioritizes comfort and function.
tiny house sustainable living compact timber multifunctional energy modern rural green
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The Architect’s Stair

The Architect’s Stair

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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 17 July 2025
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Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge
Design iconic urban sculptures for the prestigious Mujassam Watan competition and compete for 50,000 €
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Prize 50,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
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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 €
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 11 September 2025
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The Architect’s Stair
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The Architect’s Stair
Take a step and make a statement!
Take a step and make a statement! Edition #2 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 26 June 2025
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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 €
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 9 July 2025
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Concrete Pavilion
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Concrete Pavilion
Design a concrete pavilion
Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 9 July 2025
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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
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 10 July 2025
Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
Design affordable housing for Denver
Affordable Housing Series 19th Edition ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 17 July 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
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 17 July 2025
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
ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
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Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
Architecture for Children’s Development #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
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
Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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