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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping Sustainable Living Environments for Seniors

Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping Sustainable Living Environments for Seniors

Osama Ahmad Osama Malkawi, Mostafa Mohamed Elsayed Fahmy Shams

Built with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the residence seamlessly integrates nature with accessibility, creating an inviting community space for the elderly.

harkny senior housing community sustainable living wellness nature local accessibility

Embracing Avian Interactions Through Modular Pathways in a Natural Sanctuary

Embracing Avian Interactions Through Modular Pathways in a Natural Sanctuary

Alberto Biondi, Francisca Alvarez

Modular pathways weave through Al Wathba Reserve, creating an immersive experience that fosters awareness of avian habitats while allowing visitors to engage with nature from the vantage point of a carefully designed observation tower.

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A Clay-Built Communal Space for Creativity and Storytelling

Victor(seulmir) Yu, Geonhee Park, Eric Lee, Derek Jeong

Incorporating clay as a central element, the design fosters communal creativity and storytelling, providing a space where individual narratives converge within an interactive environment.

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Illuminating Spaces for Remembrance and Reflection

Illuminating Spaces for Remembrance and Reflection

Ju won Lee

The thoughtful integration of light and shadow creates a space that fosters emotional engagement and collective memory, functioning as a memorial dedicated to the victims of genocide.

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Circular Promenade Offering Panoramic Views in a Tranquil Hospice Setting

Hazin Koo, Seung youn Park, Intack Oh, Min hyun Kim

A circular promenade overlooks the serene river landscape, providing a tranquil space for reflection, while the hospice offers essential support for terminally ill patients and their families.

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Exploring Memory Through Vanishing Wall and Missing Circle in a Reflective Memorial

Exploring Memory Through Vanishing Wall and Missing Circle in a Reflective Memorial

Lindsay Cruddas, Manik Karunaratne, Joshua Bunce, Matthew Kempster

The integration of a vanishing wall and a missing circle creates a contemplative space that honors the memories of genocide victims, inviting reflection on history while serving as a memorial site.

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Translucent Glass and Warm Wood Create Interactive Spaces for Child Rights Education

Miranda Arcos, Catalina Tamarin

Translucent glass enhances natural light while warm wood invites interaction in a thoughtfully designed exhibition space focused on educating visitors about child labor rights.

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Floating Structure Embracing Acoustic Design with Marine Aluminum and Textured Coatings in an Italian Setting

Jiyun Kim

A floating structure that harmonizes marine aluminum with acoustic design principles creates an immersive environment for reflection and community engagement in an Italian coastal setting.

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Digitally Fabricated Stone Pavilion Emphasizing Community Engagement in Central Park

Angel Langumas, Labiba Nazrul, Saad Khan, Alan Weng

Constructed from digitally fabricated stone, the pavilion integrates art, performance, and community interaction, creating a dynamic space for engagement in Central Park.

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Exploring Snail-Shaped Spaces with Water Ponds and Garden Beds

Leilei Xu, Leah Sun, Heng Tan

With a form inspired by a snail and integrated water ponds alongside semi-recessed garden beds, the pavilion serves as a platform for community interaction and exploration of human values and achievements.

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Kauri Wood Pillars Framing Light-Filled Meditation Space Surrounded by Translucent Cloth

Kauri Wood Pillars Framing Light-Filled Meditation Space Surrounded by Translucent Cloth

Chan Noh

Framed by pillars of kauri wood and enveloped in translucent cloth, the meditation space invites quiet reflection while harnessing natural light and air to enhance the connection between humans and their environment.

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Granite Columns Engaging Community Through Reflection on Shared Loss

Granite Columns Engaging Community Through Reflection on Shared Loss

Henry Lång

Granite columns arranged in a circular formation reflect on shared loss and community responsibility, creating a public memorial that invites contemplation in an expansive grass field.

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Metallic Grey Ring Embracing Natural Green for Collective Remembrance

Metallic Grey Ring Embracing Natural Green for Collective Remembrance

Vahid Sadraeifar, Mahboobeh Shakeri, Somayeh Bahrami, Ali Mokhtarifar

A metallic grey ring envelops a serene environment, where natural green elements juxtapose the stark reminders of genocide, creating a reflective space for collective remembrance and dialogue.

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An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

Menno Joop Johan Smit

Constructed with modular cross-laminated timber panels and green roof systems, the design establishes a contemporary urban hub that supports intergenerational living and promotes social cohesion.

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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.

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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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Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

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Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

Jason Li, Dennis Byun, Chris Choi, John Woo

The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.

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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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Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Design a slow-living restaurant in Portugal

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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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Advance registration deadline 8 October 2026

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The Quiet Tower

Design an observation tower in Latvia

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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13 projects found:

Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping Sustainable Living Environments for Seniors

Embracing Avian Interactions Through Modular Pathways in a Natural Sanctuary

A Clay-Built Communal Space for Creativity and Storytelling

Illuminating Spaces for Remembrance and Reflection

Circular Promenade Offering Panoramic Views in a Tranquil Hospice Setting

Exploring Memory Through Vanishing Wall and Missing Circle in a Reflective Memorial

Translucent Glass and Warm Wood Create Interactive Spaces for Child Rights Education

Floating Structure Embracing Acoustic Design with Marine Aluminum and Textured Coatings in an Italian Setting

Digitally Fabricated Stone Pavilion Emphasizing Community Engagement in Central Park

Exploring Snail-Shaped Spaces with Water Ponds and Garden Beds

Kauri Wood Pillars Framing Light-Filled Meditation Space Surrounded by Translucent Cloth

Granite Columns Engaging Community Through Reflection on Shared Loss

Metallic Grey Ring Embracing Natural Green for Collective Remembrance

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An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

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

A Volcanic Retreat Lodge with Dynamic Spatial Flow

Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

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

Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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Architecture as a Political and Social Act

Architecture on Water

Featured architecture competitions

Pavilion Atlas 2026

The Architect's Chair

MICROHOME 2026

New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Vancouver Tall Challenge

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

Recurring architecture competitions

Underbridge #2

The Architect's Chair

MICROHOME 2026

Kinderspace

Museum of Emotions

Invitations-only architecture competitions

Manila Bay Central Park Challenge

BuildnerArchitect’s Sugar

Designing in Extreme Environments - Lessons from Antarctica

Architecture as a Political and Social Act

Architecture on Water

Rethinking Architecture in a Changing World

Shaping the Future: Transparency, Technology, and Jahn’s Vision Ahead

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