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Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Integrating Natural Cooling in Semi-Detached Residential Design

Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Integrating Natural Cooling in Semi-Detached Residential Design

Gaetano Paternostro, Grazia Tornatora

Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and self-shading blocks, the design maximizes natural ventilation while fostering community interaction in a semi-detached residential setting.

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Rammed Earth Walls and Gabion Baskets Create a Unique Community Hub in the Bog

Rammed Earth Walls and Gabion Baskets Create a Unique Community Hub in the Bog

Vikrant Dalvi, Mahesh Thakur, Manjiri Paprikar

Constructed with rammed earth walls and gabion baskets, the center serves as a communal hub that immerses visitors in the natural landscape of Great Kemeri Bog National Park.

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Sustainable Steel Structure Offering Agricultural Views Through Winding Stairs

Sustainable Steel Structure Offering Agricultural Views Through Winding Stairs

Jason (instructor) jake (student) Gordon(instructor) spencer (student)

A robust steel structure with winding stairs and panoramic agricultural views serves as a versatile observation point, designed to enhance visitor experience while promoting environmental sustainability.

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Reflective Micro Home with Photovoltaic Features by the Lake

Xiyu Chen

Clad in reflective glass, the micro home harnesses solar energy while seamlessly integrating into the landscape, providing a versatile living space designed for adaptability near Lake Braies.

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Geothermal Engagement with Norwegian Pine and Concrete in a Volcanic Landscape

Geothermal Engagement with Norwegian Pine and Concrete in a Volcanic Landscape

Nick Grover, Randall Teal

Located in a volcanic landscape, the visitor center utilizes Norwegian pine and concrete to create a space that is both energy-efficient and accessible, enhancing the experience of exploring the nearby Grjótagjá caves.

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Perforated Shelters of Recycled Ocean-Plastic by Geothermal Caves

Perforated Shelters of Recycled Ocean-Plastic by Geothermal Caves

Balázs Fürtön, Zoltán Nádasdi, Eszter Rieszné horváth, Márta Molnár

Constructed from perforated, corrugated metal panels and recycled ocean-plastic furnishings, the cave tower offers a sustainable shelter and café experience while fostering a connection with the geological features of Lake Mývatn.

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Screw Foundations and Aluminum Facade in Self-Sufficient Compact Living

Michaela Rüßmann

Utilizing screw foundations and an aluminum facade, the design achieves a compact, self-sufficient living environment that effectively captures solar energy and manages water resources.

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Geothermal Integration and Lavacrete Cladding in a Sustainable Coffee House

Geothermal Integration and Lavacrete Cladding in a Sustainable Coffee House

Zechariah Fung

Using Lavacrete cladding and cross-laminated timber, the design embraces the volcanic landscape while providing a sustainable gathering space for visitors to enjoy Iceland’s unique geothermal environment.

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Charred Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Sustainable Multigenerational Community Hub

Charred Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Sustainable Multigenerational Community Hub

Park Hyoungjoon

Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a sustainable environment that fosters intergenerational interactions within a vibrant community hub.

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Glazed Gable Forms with Pine Cladding Integrating Nature and Education

Glazed Gable Forms with Pine Cladding Integrating Nature and Education

Michael Harpster

Set within the Latvian landscape, the Visitor Center's staggered gable forms and extensive glazing enhance natural light and views, creating a space where education about the local ecology and community engagement flourish.

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Panoramic Observatories That Foster Wildlife Engagement

Panoramic Observatories That Foster Wildlife Engagement

Yen-chia Pan

With panoramic observatories designed for optimal wildlife viewing, the centre integrates educational facilities to foster engagement with natural habitats and promote conservation efforts.

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Clerestory Windows and Concrete Block Design for Efficient Urban Living

Gerry Paul

Utilizing clerestory windows and exposed concrete block, this development enhances privacy and light in a compact urban setting, addressing the need for low-cost housing.

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Wood Fiber Insulation and Historical Preservation in a Green Retreat

Wood Fiber Insulation and Historical Preservation in a Green Retreat

Nathalie Van wees, Robin Koelmans

Incorporating wood fiber insulation and historical preservation techniques, the retreat enhances its natural surroundings while offering spaces for artistic expression and relaxation.

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Twisting Forms and Community Hub with Green Wall Integration

Qingquan Xie, Zhengguo Zhan

Inspired by the Damascus rose, the design employs twisting forms and green wall integration to create a multifunctional community hub for orphans in the heart of Damascus.

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Mirrored Reflections in Natural Rock: a Gateway to Iceland's Underground Kingdom

Mirrored Reflections in Natural Rock: a Gateway to Iceland's Underground Kingdom

Jorge Duarte torre, Benjamín Peniche calafell, Rodrigo Carazo ortíz

With a ring of mirrors reflecting Iceland’s stunning natural phenomenon and a central tower that invites introspection, the design provides an immersive space that deepens the visitor's connection to the historic Grjótagjá caves.

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Rammed Earth Structures with Views of the Umbrian Valley

Rammed Earth Structures with Views of the Umbrian Valley

Phoebe wai fung Chu

Built with rammed earth and surrounded by a fruit tree garden, the guest house offers elevated views of the Umbrian valley while seamlessly blending privacy and connection to the natural landscape.

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The Spiraling Observation Tower

Karolina Domanska

The design responds to the need for enhanced interaction between visitors and the surrounding natural environment by providing elevated observation points within a wetland setting. It integrates with the existing trail system to support wildlife viewing and outdoor recreation.

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A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

Beomsoo Kim

Situated in a remote and challenging landscape, the design explores the relationship between humanity, nature, and time through a combined memorial and educational facility. The structure addresses themes of memory, ecological responsibility, and philosophical inquiry within a carefully considered architectural framework.

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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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Urban Housing Solutions with Robotic Parking Integration with Precast Concrete and Green Roofs

Urban Housing Solutions with Robotic Parking Integration with Precast Concrete and Green Roofs

Yu-li Liao

Incorporating advanced robotic parking technology and sustainable green roofs, this urban housing solution maximizes space efficiency while addressing the growing demand for adaptable living environments.

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Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles

Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles

Bujar Hasani, Eldin Babic

Constructed with hempcrete and rammed earth, the residence combines traditional Middle Eastern design strategies with contemporary sustainable technologies to create an efficient family dwelling in Dubai's desert environment.

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Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

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Modular Plywood Cabins Formed Around Lightwell and Stone Foundations

Modular Plywood Cabins Formed Around Lightwell and Stone Foundations

Victor Paixão, Paula Sertório, Raphael Nogueira

Constructed with plywood panels and strategically designed lightwells, these cabins utilize stone foundations to create versatile spaces for wellness and meditation.

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An Eco Visitor Center Woven from Local Palm Materials

An Eco Visitor Center Woven from Local Palm Materials

Mevlut Cihan Alkan, Ahmet Serdar Aydın

Constructed using woven palm leaves and local materials, the visitor center integrates with the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, providing educational spaces that foster a connection between visitors and the surrounding ecosystem.

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An Experiential Observation Structure Celebrating Urban Views

An Experiential Observation Structure Celebrating Urban Views

Ekaterina Shomesova, Pavel Nasonov

An enclosed observation area with all-round visibility allows visitors to engage deeply with the surrounding landscape while a series of designed balconies promotes social interaction and solitude, functioning as an urban lookout point.

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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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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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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: “Energy-saving”

16 projects found:

Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Integrating Natural Cooling in Semi-Detached Residential Design

Rammed Earth Walls and Gabion Baskets Create a Unique Community Hub in the Bog

Sustainable Steel Structure Offering Agricultural Views Through Winding Stairs

Reflective Micro Home with Photovoltaic Features by the Lake

Geothermal Engagement with Norwegian Pine and Concrete in a Volcanic Landscape

Perforated Shelters of Recycled Ocean-Plastic by Geothermal Caves

Screw Foundations and Aluminum Facade in Self-Sufficient Compact Living

Geothermal Integration and Lavacrete Cladding in a Sustainable Coffee House

Charred Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Sustainable Multigenerational Community Hub

Glazed Gable Forms with Pine Cladding Integrating Nature and Education

Panoramic Observatories That Foster Wildlife Engagement

Clerestory Windows and Concrete Block Design for Efficient Urban Living

Wood Fiber Insulation and Historical Preservation in a Green Retreat

Twisting Forms and Community Hub with Green Wall Integration

Mirrored Reflections in Natural Rock: a Gateway to Iceland's Underground Kingdom

Rammed Earth Structures with Views of the Umbrian Valley

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Urban Housing Solutions with Robotic Parking Integration with Precast Concrete and Green Roofs

Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles

Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

Modular Plywood Cabins Formed Around Lightwell and Stone Foundations

An Eco Visitor Center Woven from Local Palm Materials

An Experiential Observation Structure Celebrating Urban Views

Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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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

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Manila Bay Central Park Challenge

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Designing in Extreme Environments - Lessons from Antarctica

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Architecture on Water

Rethinking Architecture in a Changing World

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

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