Competitions
Resources
Publishing
About
Buildner for
Launch a competition

Search results for: “Environmental buffer”

Popular:
support guatap burstand naviglio algae-based bokashi dongshimen fault eternity renaturalization
All sizes
All sizes
Micro
Small
Medium
Medium-Large
Huge

4 projects found:

Central Courtyards and Wind Towers Enhance Natural Cooling in Sustainable Urban Living
Central Courtyards and Wind Towers Enhance Natural Cooling in Sustainable Urban Living
Beatrice Garampelli, Elizabeth Heidenreich
Integrating central courtyards and traditional wind towers, this residential design effectively utilizes local materials to provide natural cooling and adaptable living spaces for families in an urban environment.
dubai residential courtyard sustainability flexibility community living ventilation materials adaptability
3D Printed Sand Blocks and Passive Cooling Strategies in Sustainable Desert Housing
3D Printed Sand Blocks and Passive Cooling Strategies in Sustainable Desert Housing
Sungwon Kim, Jonghyeok Shin, Jonghyeok Shin
Utilizing 3D printed sand blocks and passive cooling techniques, the design creates an energy-efficient and adaptable living space within the demanding climate of the UAE.
uae residential sustainable traditional courtyard community passive expandable materials modern
Cascading Terraces with Terrazzo and Double-Roof Efficiency in Mixed-Use Development
Cascading Terraces with Terrazzo and Double-Roof Efficiency in Mixed-Use Development
Min Kyaw
Innovative dual-roof construction and landscaped terraces create a functional mixed-use development that enhances community engagement while optimizing natural ventilation and thermal performance.
uae mixed-use residential commercial sustainability community townhouse urban ventilation landscape
Perforated Clay Bricks and Sustainable Airflow Define a Modern Family Dwelling
Perforated Clay Bricks and Sustainable Airflow Define a Modern Family Dwelling
Hesham Khalil Shaaban Kahlil, Rewan Hesham Khalil Shaaban
Utilizing perforated clay bricks and a strategically integrated wind tower, this modern family dwelling fosters natural airflow while seamlessly blending communal and private living spaces.
family residential gathering sustainability modern community private ventilation majliss climate

End of search results for “Environmental buffer”.

Didn’t find what you were looking for?Search again!

17,495 architecture projects

Learn from past Buildner architecture competition participants through our extensive project library, curated over more than 15 years!
Popular:
support guatap burstand naviglio algae-based bokashi dongshimen fault eternity renaturalization
All sizes
All sizes
Micro
Small
Medium
Medium-Large
Huge

Latest projects

Featured projects

Cylindrical Living Spaces Crafted From Treated Concrete and Designed For Community Engagement
Cylindrical Living Spaces Crafted From Treated Concrete and Designed For Community Engagement
Koki Masumi, Makoto Wada
Cylindrical living units composed of treated concrete seamlessly integrate with the natural landscape, promoting community interaction while providing a comfortable environment for elderly residents.
barreira elderly living community residential sustainability concrete gardens balconies landscape
Cocoon-Shaped Sanctuary Crafted with Plywood and Glass for Pediatric Care
Cocoon-Shaped Sanctuary Crafted with Plywood and Glass for Pediatric Care
Iwona Polak
Crafted with cocoon-like forms and extensive glazing, this children's hospice combines plywood construction with biophilic design principles to create a healing environment for families facing terminal illnesses.
hospice children therapy community nature courtyard sustainability comfort family private
Living Green Walls and Modular Wood Structure in a Children's Hospice

Living Green Walls and Modular Wood Structure in a Children's Hospice
Nikola Kotecka Wiktoria Karyta Aleksandra Gogulska
Modular wood construction combined with living green walls creates a nurturing environment in a hospice specifically designed for children facing terminal illnesses.
hospice children healthcare community nature therapy playroom greenery courtyard spain
Enter the next competition edition
The Architect’s Stair

The Architect’s Stair

Take a step and make a statement!

Take a step and make a statement! Edition #2 ideas COMPETITION
Find out more Send reminders Download brief
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Light Create a Compassionate Sanctuary for Pediatric Care
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Light Create a Compassionate Sanctuary for Pediatric Care
Patrik Simon, Lilla Balajthy, Dalma Rottenbacher, Boróka Bán
Employing charred wooden shingles and expansive glass panels, the design fosters a harmonious environment that blends with nature, serving as a compassionate refuge for children and their families in need of pediatric care.
budapest hospice pediatric healthcare community remembrance nature support spaces wellbeing
Circular Design Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Shingles for Holistic Healing Spaces
Circular Design Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Shingles for Holistic Healing Spaces
Dominika Bednarek, Aleksandra Tarnowska
Utilizing a circular layout with cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles, this hospice creates a nurturing environment that prioritizes family interaction and therapeutic access to nature.
hospice healthcare nature therapy community sustainability family well-being comfort landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs in a Community-Centered Residential Development
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs in a Community-Centered Residential Development
Dong Wan ling, Yang Ke Rou
With its distinctive charred wooden shingles and integrated green roofs, the design emphasizes sustainability and community interaction in an affordable residential complex.
milan housing community sustainability mixed-use residential commercial urban italy affordable
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Living Within Sustainable Brownstone Design
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Living Within Sustainable Brownstone Design
怡靚 吳, 思穎 李
Employing cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, the design promotes sustainable community living while integrating flexible co-housing units within an urban environment.
milan housing sustainability community co-living modular affordability urban ecological shared
Rammed Earth and Natural Wood Create An Engaging Community Space for Seniors

Rammed Earth and Natural Wood Create An Engaging Community Space for Seniors
Inês Guilherme Leonor Teixeira Luísa Maruny
Rammed earth walls and natural wood finishes combine to create a warm, inviting environment that fosters community engagement for elderly residents in central Portugal.
portugal housing elderly community sustainability accessibility nature cultural residential inclusive

Featured architecture competitions

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
Find out more Send reminders Download brief
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 €
50,000 € PRIZE project COMPETITION
Prize 50,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
Find out more Send reminders Download brief
Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2025
Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize
100,000€ Prize / 2025 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 €
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 11 September 2025
Find out more Send reminders Download brief
The Architect’s Stair
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

The Architect’s Stair
Take a step and make a statement!
Take a step and make a statement! Edition #2 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 8 July 2025
new
Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

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 €
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 9 July 2025
new
Concrete Pavilion
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

Concrete Pavilion
Design a concrete pavilion
Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 9 July 2025
new
Museum of Emotions
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

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
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 10 July 2025
Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
AIA (American Institute of Architects) invites you to design affordable housing in 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
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

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
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 17 July 2025
Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

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
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
Howard Waterfall Retreat
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
project COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
new
Kinderspace
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

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
Find out more Send reminders Download brief

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
Load more competitions
To view this project in detail,
please log in with your
Architects’ Network Plus account.
Subscription instantly unlocks all the architecture projects plus other member-only benefits:
  • Access the 17,495 Concept Library
  • Professional tools including file transfer, email, portfolio management, and more
Register now
Already a member? Log in

This website uses cookies to improve user experience and gather usage statistics.

More information is available in our Privacy & Cookie policy

Reject Accept