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Embracing Volcanic Ash and Dark Gray Stones to Create Harmonious Spaces for Reflection and Community
Embracing Volcanic Ash and Dark Gray Stones to Create Harmonious Spaces for Reflection and Community
Zsuzsanna Gyetvai, Csilla Kosztya, Krisztián Kiss
Built with volcanic ash bricks and dark gray stones, the design seamlessly integrates with the Icelandic landscape, creating a serene gathering space for contemplation and community interaction.
iceland public gathering contemplation volcanic outdoor landscape sustainability local materials
Intersecting Geometries of Concrete and Steel in a Memorial for Reflection and Remembrance
Intersecting Geometries of Concrete and Steel in a Memorial for Reflection and Remembrance
Arsen Abrahamyan, Misak Khostikyan
Intricately woven with interlocking geometric forms of concrete and steel, the memorial creates a contemplative space for reflection and remembrance, inviting visitors to engage deeply with the narratives of loss and healing.
memorial genocide concrete reflection community remembrance learning healing landscape space
Charred Wooden Shingles Define Sustainable Roundhouse Retreat in the Desert
Charred Wooden Shingles Define Sustainable Roundhouse Retreat in the Desert
Catherine Watchorn
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and designed for optimal sustainability, this roundhouse resort in the Abu Dhabi desert offers guests an immersive retreat that harmonizes luxury with environmental sensitivity.
abu dhabi resort roundhouses sustainable luxury desert community hospitality renewable environmental
Gabion Walls and Laser-Cut Wireframe Form a Dynamic Observation Platform in Volcanic Landscape
Gabion Walls and Laser-Cut Wireframe Form a Dynamic Observation Platform in Volcanic Landscape
Ali Zolfaghari, Sina Sadeghi, Sina Gozashteh, Mahyar Jalali
Nestled within a volcanic landscape, a conical structure of gabion walls and laser-cut wireframe fosters an immersive gathering space for community interaction and stargazing.
volcano observation community gathering sustainability gabion landscape temporary fabrication mexico
Circular Viewing Platform Crafted from Weather-Resistant Concrete and Timber Overlooking the Northern Lights
Circular Viewing Platform Crafted from Weather-Resistant Concrete and Timber Overlooking the Northern Lights
Gloria Tombolato, Luca Piazzon
Elevated above the volcanic terrain, the circular platform seamlessly combines weather-resistant concrete and timber to offer an immersive experience for visitors seeking views of the Northern Lights and the unique geological landscape of Hverfjall.
iceland viewing platform concrete hverfjall northern lights landscape tourism experience education
Limestone Base With Angular Geometry Showcasing Natural Stone and Wood Integration For Visitor Engagement
Limestone Base With Angular Geometry Showcasing Natural Stone and Wood Integration For Visitor Engagement
Yuxiang Li
Crafted from locally sourced limestone and accented with angular wooden elements, the design immerses visitors in Iceland's breathtaking landscape while serving as a functional information center.
iceland visitor center cultural heritage natural landscape tourism multi-angular sustainability public space local materials observation point
Spiral Pathways and Earthy Textures in an Environmental Observation Hub
Spiral Pathways and Earthy Textures in an Environmental Observation Hub
Filippo Fanciotti, Bartlomiej Grzesznik
With its spiral pathways echoing the natural contours of the landscape and rammed earth construction connecting seamlessly to the environment, the observation hub offers a unique vantage point for engaging with and learning about the vibrant wetland ecosystems it inhabits.
abu dhabi wetland observation flamingo sustainability ecotourism community education natural rammed earth
Sal Wood Construction Featuring Adobe and Stone Elements in A Himalayan Community House
Sal Wood Construction Featuring Adobe and Stone Elements in A Himalayan Community House
ARUNIMA GANGULI, TANVI GUPTA, RAUNAK SINGH REKHI, PRABHNOOR SINGH
Constructed with local sal wood and adobe, this community building employs traditional materials to create a sustainable living space that integrates seamlessly into the majestic Himalayan landscape.
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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
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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
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Prize 100,000 €
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Final registration deadline 11 September 2025
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The Architect’s Stair
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The Architect’s Stair
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Take a step and make a statement! Edition #2 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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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 €
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Prize Monetary award
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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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