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Salvaged Materials and Earthen Brick Unite in Sustainable Community Microhomes
Salvaged Materials and Earthen Brick Unite in Sustainable Community Microhomes
Shereen Khafagy, Rania Mohamed, Rachel George
Utilizing salvaged materials and earthen brick, the architectural design creates sustainable microhomes that empower a community through innovative living spaces and shared economic opportunities.
egypt housing community sustainability microhome rehabilitation urban economy local crafts
Fluid Curves and Glass Facades Defining A Sustainable Commercial Hub in Dharavi
Fluid Curves and Glass Facades Defining A Sustainable Commercial Hub in Dharavi
Arvind Badola
Fluid forms and expansive glass façades converge in a community-focused skyscraper designed to invigorate entrepreneurship and economic growth in Dharavi.
india dharavi skyscraper commercial community sustainability entrepreneurship urban economy inclusivity
Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaics in a Flexible Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaics in a Flexible Community Hub
Drew Ton-morrison
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and an expansive use of photovoltaics, this community hub exemplifies sustainable design tailored for versatility and collective engagement.
iceland community center sustainability recreation flexibility wood glass energy culture
Basalt Cladding and Engineered Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub Emphasizing Biodiversity
Basalt Cladding and Engineered Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub Emphasizing Biodiversity
Misak Terzibasiyan, Georgios Koliotsas, Shadi Hashemian, Amir Feizinezhadgheshlaghi
Combining locally sourced basalt and engineered timber, the architectural design establishes a central greenhouse that enhances community engagement while promoting sustainability and ecological education.
iceland community greenhouse sustainability education environment local materials public space biodiversity adaptive reuse
Rammed Earth Walls and Sedum Roofs Inspire Sustainable Community Spaces in Rural Italy
Rammed Earth Walls and Sedum Roofs Inspire Sustainable Community Spaces in Rural Italy
Jemima Dabell, Luke Bird, Ashley Thompson
Emphasizing sustainability with its rammed earth walls and sedum roofs, the design harmoniously integrates communal spaces into the Umbrian landscape, creating a unique venue for wine tasting and cultural engagement.
umbria italy wine tasting guesthouse community sustainability garden culture landscape
Curvilinear Design Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Shingles for an Artistic Community Hub
Curvilinear Design Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Shingles for an Artistic Community Hub
Yilbert Silaen, Fidela rossa Amalia, Cut zata Zakirah, Hajar Suwantoro, s.t.,m.t.
Curvilinear forms crafted from cross-laminated timber panels and charred shingles create an inviting artistic community hub that seamlessly blends creativity with sustainability in Huesca.
huesca residence community arts sustainability education workspace nature collaboration local
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Community Hub in Brazil
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Community Hub in Brazil
Haowen Li
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this community hub in Brazil seamlessly blends sustainable materials with flexible spaces for fostering local interaction and engagement.
community sustainability timber concrete glass public flexible local outdoor brazil
Boutique Guest House Embracing Local Limestone and Exposed Timber in the Umbrian Landscape
Boutique Guest House Embracing Local Limestone and Exposed Timber in the Umbrian Landscape
Jaqueline Symalla
Nestled in the captivating Umbrian landscape, this boutique guest house features locally sourced limestone and exposed timber to create an inviting retreat that seamlessly integrates modern comfort with the region's rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
italy guest house hospitality umbria wine accommodation sustainable rural retreat residential community
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Define a Vineyard Retreat in Umbria
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Define a Vineyard Retreat in Umbria
Milan Kapetanovic, Rade Sanader
With its distinctive barrel-shaped roofs clad in charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, this retreat harmonizes with the Umbria landscape, offering guests an immersive experience in wine culture.
italy guest homes hospitality communal space vineyard sustainability wood nature umbria retreat
Weathered Steel Roofs and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Weathered Steel Roofs and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Jussi Silliman
Constructed with weathered steel roofs and cross-laminated timber, the community hub seamlessly blends sustainability with regional architecture to serve as a multifunctional space for local engagement and resource sharing.
iceland community house sustainability local multi-function courtyard materials education agriculture
Perforated Facades and Local Brick Create Dynamic Community Spaces in Mumbai's Urban Environment
Perforated Facades and Local Brick Create Dynamic Community Spaces in Mumbai's Urban Environment
Made harris Kuncara, Alessandro Azzolini, Hong ngoc Pham, Benart Shala
Incorporating local brick and a dynamic, perforated facade, the design fosters community engagement while providing essential spaces for economic growth in the heart of Mumbai.
dharavi india community economy industry sustainability local space empowerment creativity
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Inviting Community Spaces Amidst Natural Landscapes
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Inviting Community Spaces Amidst Natural Landscapes
Myriam De mesa amores, Pol Fernández fernández
With its charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a seamless integration into the natural landscape, fostering a vibrant community hub that invites both residents and visitors to gather and engage.
spain community residential sustainability local materials mixed-use public spaces urban integration cultural activities natural landscape
Elevated Pyramid Structures Featuring Natural Thatch and Glulam in Coastal Accommodation
Elevated Pyramid Structures Featuring Natural Thatch and Glulam in Coastal Accommodation
Agnieszka Glama
Elevated above the coastal landscape, the pyramid-shaped structures utilize Glulam and natural thatch to create harmonious accommodations that blend folklore-inspired design with sustainable living.
carmel accommodations slavic sustainability nature innovation pyramid travelers living wood
Curvilinear Cinema Pavilion Crafted with Local Wood and Acoustic Panels in Tectonic Landscape
Curvilinear Cinema Pavilion Crafted with Local Wood and Acoustic Panels in Tectonic Landscape
Pu Vallin
Set against the tectonic landscape of Northern Iceland, a curvilinear pavilion made from local wood and enhanced with acoustic panels serves as a community-focused cinema, seamlessly blending modern design with the natural environment.
iceland cinema pavilion community gathering local sustainability nature cultural landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Panel Integration in a Flexible Community Housing Model
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Panel Integration in a Flexible Community Housing Model
Denver Fernandes, Altan-Od Baatarsuren, Jedsadaphon Thianphimai, John Francis
Blending charred wooden shingles with solar energy solutions, this flexible community housing model redefines sustainable living while fostering social connections among its residents.
united states housing community modular sustainable mixed-use commercial residential social green
Reclaimed Brick Retreat with Circular Timber Composition Emphasizing Edible Landscapes
Reclaimed Brick Retreat with Circular Timber Composition Emphasizing Edible Landscapes
Thomas Honeyman
Utilizing reclaimed brick and a circular timber design, the architecture harmonizes with its landscape while fostering community engagement through edible gardens, creating a unique space for sustainable hospitality.
spello italy sustainability hospitality guesthouses communal landscape edible renewable community
Rammed Earth Structure Embracing Local Craftsmanship in A Natural Landscape
Rammed Earth Structure Embracing Local Craftsmanship in A Natural Landscape
Sahra Khan, Seraina Bernegger
Constructed from locally sourced rammed earth, this pavilion harmonizes with its alpine setting while fostering community engagement through educational exhibitions focused on environmental sustainability.
switzerland pavilion exhibition sustainability rammed earth community education national park landscape local materials
Charred Wooden Shingles Complementing Natural Oak in a Lakeside Artist Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles Complementing Natural Oak in a Lakeside Artist Retreat
Mihai Moga-paler, Sergiu andrei Zamfir, Sorin Lepădatu
Emphasizing charred wooden shingles and expansive glass panels, the architectural design for a lakeside artist retreat harmoniously blends with its natural surroundings while providing versatile spaces for creative exploration.
lake cernostes artist residence sustainable living community space natural materials creative retreat studio courtyard local ecology outdoor gathering
Terracotta Facades and Rough-Hewn Stone Blend Seamlessly With Sensory Gardens in a Vineyard Retreat
Terracotta Facades and Rough-Hewn Stone Blend Seamlessly With Sensory Gardens in a Vineyard Retreat
Georgios Koliotsas, Eirini Kalampoka
Combining terracotta facades and rough-hewn stone with integrated sensory gardens, the architectural vision creates an immersive retreat that celebrates the essence of wine culture and community interaction.
italy winery guesthouse sustainable biophilia community vineyards education landscaping local materials
Trellised Bamboo Pavilion Integrating Natural Light and Community Engagement
Trellised Bamboo Pavilion Integrating Natural Light and Community Engagement
Pablo Santamaria varela, Isabella Ponton, Aaron Ginsburg
Constructed primarily from locally sourced bamboo, the pavilion’s trellised design seamlessly harmonizes with the surrounding landscape while providing an interactive educational space dedicated to the cultural significance and sustainable practices of bamboo usage.
kyoto japan pavilion viewpoint bamboo education community sustainability local landscape
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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
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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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Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2025
Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize
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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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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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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
ideas COMPETITION
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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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
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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
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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