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Curved Wood Panels and Local Stone Embrace Natural Landscapes in a Visitor Center
Curved Wood Panels and Local Stone Embrace Natural Landscapes in a Visitor Center
Almaz Paalvast, Sjoerd Poelman
Drawing inspiration from the organic forms of an ammonite, the visitor center seamlessly integrates curved wood panels and local stone, offering an immersive gateway to the geological wonders of the Grand Canyon.
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Curvilinear Form Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber With Illuminated Spherical Center
Curvilinear Form Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber With Illuminated Spherical Center
Austin Autrey
Crafted from cross-laminated timber, the curvilinear pavilion invites community interaction while illuminating the space with a suspended spherical centerpiece, serving as a gathering place for shared reflection and connection.
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Curved Metal Veil and Birch Interior in a Tranquil Finnish Retreat
Curved Metal Veil and Birch Interior in a Tranquil Finnish Retreat
Eduardo Acevedo, Irina Salas
The gently arched metal veil complements the warm birch interior of this Finnish retreat, offering a serene environment for meditation and contemplation amidst the natural landscape.
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Curved Wooden Structure Embracing Sustainable Canvas and Natural Elements for Holistic Wellness Retreat
Curved Wooden Structure Embracing Sustainable Canvas and Natural Elements for Holistic Wellness Retreat
Eduardo manuel Ferreira da conceicao, Anna Wentritt
With its arched wooden frame and sustainable canvas roof, the design creates a seamless connection to nature, providing a versatile space for yoga and wellness retreats.
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Curved Timber Panels Forming a Community Oasis for Urban Gatherings
Curved Timber Panels Forming a Community Oasis for Urban Gatherings
Katherine Chan, Jaclyn Hersh, Hubert Chang, Kenneth Ho
Curved timber panels and a crescent-shaped counter create a welcoming urban oasis where community members can gather and enjoy quality coffee.
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Curved Plywood Structure with Transparent PVC Walls in a Natural Urban Setting
Curved Plywood Structure with Transparent PVC Walls in a Natural Urban Setting
Kristina Masyte, Diana Georgiana Tofan
Emphasizing a delicate balance between transparency and shelter, the cabin's curved plywood form and innovative PVC walls create a serene retreat that fosters a connection with nature amidst the urban landscape.
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Tactile Living Spaces Featuring Curved Wood Elements and Flexible Layouts for Enhanced Community Engagement
Tactile Living Spaces Featuring Curved Wood Elements and Flexible Layouts for Enhanced Community Engagement
Shizhao Lin, Mingxuan Yao, Fanrong Zeng, Xian Qu
Incorporating curved wooden walls and modular units, this residential design prioritizes tactile navigation and communal interaction, creating an inclusive environment for blind individuals.
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Curved Beams and Biophilic Elements Merge in a Community Retreat Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber
Curved Beams and Biophilic Elements Merge in a Community Retreat Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber
Lorenzo Buccoliero, Paolo Pizzichini, Andrea Larocca
With its organic spiral form and warm cross-laminated timber construction, the building creates an inviting communal space that seamlessly connects nature and social interaction.
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Curved Wood and Steel Footbridge Fostering Connection in Latvia's Natural Landscape
Curved Wood and Steel Footbridge Fostering Connection in Latvia's Natural Landscape
Andis Blums
A gracefully curved footbridge crafted from steel and warm wood creates a seamless connection to the natural beauty of Latvia's Gauja National Park, inviting exploration and enhancing the visitor experience.
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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
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Design a concrete pavilion
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Museum of Emotions
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
Design affordable housing for Denver
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The Architect's Chair
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The Architect's Chair

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Take a seat and make a statement! Edition #4 ideas COMPETITION
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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
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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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
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Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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