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Spiral Landscape Mound Crafted from Recycled Concrete and Native Stone for Community Engagement

Spiral Landscape Mound Crafted from Recycled Concrete and Native Stone for Community Engagement

David Sheppard

A tiered spiral mound of recycled concrete and local stone creates a unique landscape feature that fosters community interaction and educational engagement in De Smet, South Dakota.

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Volcanic Basalt Structure That Harmonizes with Natural Landscapes

Volcanic Basalt Structure That Harmonizes with Natural Landscapes

Gonçalo Da costa

Constructed from local basalt, the design integrates seamlessly with the Icelandic landscape while serving as a multifunctional space that includes offices, public areas, and a gallery.

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Local Earth and Geological Landscape Enhancing Visitor Experience

Local Earth and Geological Landscape Enhancing Visitor Experience

Luis Casillas gamboa, Thibault Nguyen, Adrien Larochelle, Philippe Champagne

Set within a geological landscape, the integration of local earth into a horizontal earthwork and a prominent observation tower creates a unique visitor experience centered on reflection and engagement with nature.

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Elevated Accommodations with Glass Facades and Sustainable Wood Finishes

Elevated Accommodations with Glass Facades and Sustainable Wood Finishes

James s.c. Chan, Dennis Yeung

Elevated platforms with expansive glass facades and locally sourced wood finishes create a seamless connection to the Icelandic landscape, offering guests an immersive experience while observing the Northern Lights.

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Wickerwork Façade and Reinforced Concrete Structure in a Sustainable Community Hub

Wickerwork Façade and Reinforced Concrete Structure in a Sustainable Community Hub

Wojciech Wójcicki, Dominika Siudak

The distinctive wickerwork façade and reinforced concrete structure create a harmonious community hub that prioritizes sustainability while providing versatile spaces for training and public interaction.

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Mirrored Glass Facade Reflecting the Landscape in a Volcano Visitor Center

Mirrored Glass Facade Reflecting the Landscape in a Volcano Visitor Center

Katharina Münch, Friedrich Glaser

A mirrored glass facade reflects the colors of the surrounding landscape, while an elevated form and a footbridge connect the visitor center to its natural setting, enhancing the experience of exploring the Hverfjall volcano.

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The Repurposed Oil Rigs Supporting Aquatic Communities with Urban Farming

The Repurposed Oil Rigs Supporting Aquatic Communities with Urban Farming

Mark Van Wasbeek, Jules Stefelmanns

Repurposed oil rigs form the foundation for a resilient water-based community, integrating fish farms and urban agriculture to create a sustainable habitat for future residents.

netherlands water community sustainability tower farming urban habitat resilience ecosystem

Wellness Space Elevated in a Forest Canopy

Wellness Space Elevated in a Forest Canopy

Valeria Baeza, Mario Arancibia, Felipe Gonzalez, Tomas Zelada

The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.

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Pilgrimage Yoga House: a Low-Impact Retreat Near the Baltic Sea

Pilgrimage Yoga House: a Low-Impact Retreat Near the Baltic Sea

Daniel Bramah

Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.

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A Volcanic Retreat Lodge with Dynamic Spatial Flow

A Volcanic Retreat Lodge with Dynamic Spatial Flow

Serge Atallah

Lava rocks and corten steel create a dialogue with the volcanic landscape in a circular lodge designed for visitor engagement and immersion in nature.

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Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Shuang Chen, Yushan Jiang, Hengyuan Yang

Utilizing bamboo and recycled steel, the design incorporates vertical gardens to enhance urban living environments while fostering community engagement through adaptable micro-housing units.

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Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

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A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

Nana Zaalishvili

This study examines a multi-volume building designed to connect users with the forest landscape while accommodating communal and educational functions. Architectural strategies in these contexts can balance visual distinction with environmental sensitivity, providing spaces for learning and observation.

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A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

Kenan Vatrenjak

With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.

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A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

Abel Laki, Julia Gunther, Eszter Reti

Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.

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Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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

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Pavilion Atlas 2026

Design a story of your country

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Prize Monetary award

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Final registration deadline 16 September 2026

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Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Design a slow-living restaurant in Portugal

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Prize Monetary award

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Advance registration deadline 23 September 2026

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New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Design a New Riverfront Market in Rochester, New York

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Prize Monetary award

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Advance registration deadline 7 October 2026

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Valli Wine Tasting Room

Design a wine tasting room in Italy

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Prize Monetary award

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Advance registration deadline 8 October 2026

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The Quiet Tower

Design an observation tower in Latvia

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Prize Monetary award

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Advance registration deadline 15 October 2026

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Vancouver Tall Challenge

Design the future of Vancouver’s skyline

Building higher downtown ideas COMPETITION

Prize Monetary award

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Final registration deadline 29 October 2026

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The Oak Moon Pavilion

Design a yoga pavilion in Italy

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Advance registration deadline 5 November 2026

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Underbridge #2

Design housing in underutilized bridge spaces

Affordable Housing Edition #20 ideas COMPETITION

Prize Monetary award

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Final registration deadline 17 September 2026

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

100,000€ Prize / 2026 ideas COMPETITION

Prize 100,000 €

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Final registration deadline 23 September 2026

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The Architect's Chair

Take a seat and make a statement!

Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION

Prize Monetary award + Exhibition at Stockholm Furniture Fair

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Advance registration deadline 24 September 2026

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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 €

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Final registration deadline 30 September 2026

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Kinderspace

Design a kindergarten of tomorrow

Architecture for Children’s Development #4 ideas COMPETITION

Prize Monetary award

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Final registration deadline 28 October 2026

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Museum of Emotions

Use architecture to create different emotional states

Edition #9 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 12 November 2026

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Search results for: “Earthwork”

6 projects found:

Spiral Landscape Mound Crafted from Recycled Concrete and Native Stone for Community Engagement

Volcanic Basalt Structure That Harmonizes with Natural Landscapes

Local Earth and Geological Landscape Enhancing Visitor Experience

Elevated Accommodations with Glass Facades and Sustainable Wood Finishes

Wickerwork Façade and Reinforced Concrete Structure in a Sustainable Community Hub

Mirrored Glass Facade Reflecting the Landscape in a Volcano Visitor Center

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A Volcanic Retreat Lodge with Dynamic Spatial Flow

Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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New York High Falls Riverfront Market

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Underbridge #2

Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Valli Wine Tasting Room

The Quiet Tower

Kinderspace

The Oak Moon Pavilion

Museum of Emotions

Open architecture competitions

Pavilion Atlas 2026

Portugal Long Table Restaurant

New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Valli Wine Tasting Room

The Quiet Tower

Vancouver Tall Challenge

The Oak Moon Pavilion

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Underbridge #2

The Architect's Chair

MICROHOME 2026

Kinderspace

Museum of Emotions

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