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Expandable Units with Sliding Design for Flexible Urban Living
Expandable Units with Sliding Design for Flexible Urban Living
Tarek Radwan, Maroun Semaan
Sliding prefabricated external rooms create a flexible living environment that addresses diverse housing needs in an evolving urban landscape.
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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.
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Pivoting Spaces with Photovoltaic Panels and Rainwater Collection
Pivoting Spaces with Photovoltaic Panels and Rainwater Collection
Paul Duncker
Equipped with photovoltaic panels and an innovative pivot mechanism, the design efficiently transitions between functions while integrating rainwater collection to support sustainable living for its occupants.
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Locally Sourced Stones and Light-Membrane Structure Enhance Greenhouse Functionality
Locally Sourced Stones and Light-Membrane Structure Enhance Greenhouse Functionality
Junichi Nakajo
A light-membrane roof and locally sourced stones create a climate-sensitive greenhouse near Myvatn Lake, designed for sustainable cultivation and community engagement.
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Bamboo Panels and Onsen in a Private Retreat for Modern Families
Bamboo Panels and Onsen in a Private Retreat for Modern Families
Olivia He, Xing Hua Lin, Xiaofeng Jiang
Incorporating bamboo panels and a private onsen, this residence reinterprets traditional Japanese living for modern families while emphasizing minimalism and sustainability.
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Mass Timber Retreat with Hydroponic Integration in Portugal
Mass Timber Retreat with Hydroponic Integration in Portugal
Sophia Smith
Equipped with a mass timber structure and a hydroponic greywater treatment system, the design showcases a coastal living solution that maximizes sustainability while providing adaptable, compact spaces for everyday use.
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Solar-Powered Home with Expandable Terraces and Water Management System
Solar-Powered Home with Expandable Terraces and Water Management System
Andrew Tirta
With its solar panels and expandable terraces, the design supports off-grid living while providing a compact and adaptable home for modern users seeking mobility and efficiency.
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Rotating Glass Box With Multifunctional Column for Compact Living
Rotating Glass Box With Multifunctional Column for Compact Living
Megan Blaine, Selena Huang
A rotating glass box supported by a multifunctional column optimizes views and natural ventilation in a small footprint, serving as a versatile living space that adapts to its surroundings.
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Expandable Narrow Houses for Urban Cohesion
Expandable Narrow Houses for Urban Cohesion
Miltiadis filippos Christodoulakos
With a focus on expandable narrow houses, the design offers a solution to urban overcrowding by integrating mixed-use spaces that encourage community interaction and enhance the quality of urban living.
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Expandable Housing Units with Sandwich-Type Panels for Urban Living
Expandable Housing Units with Sandwich-Type Panels for Urban Living
Robinson Almeyda, Sebastian Torres, Simon Camacho, William Larrota
Using an innovative modular design that incorporates expandable units and sandwich-type panels, the project aims to provide affordable housing solutions that adapt to the evolving needs of urban residents.
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Rotating Wooden Cells with Community Green Spaces
Rotating Wooden Cells with Community Green Spaces
Seunghyeon Lee, Tan Wang
Stacked wooden cells rotate around a central staircase, creating flexible living spaces enhanced by a rooftop green park that fosters community interaction in an urban environment.
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Emotional Nodes Within Interactive Grids Enhancing Personal Narratives
Emotional Nodes Within Interactive Grids Enhancing Personal Narratives
Sadra Behnezhad, Mohammad Amin Pourheydar Iranji, Helia Valizadehmehrabani
Emotional nodes embedded within interactive grids allow for personalized engagement in a virtual space designed to enhance user well-being and self-exploration.
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Embracing Nature With Xlam and Mineral Wool in Riverside Cabins
Embracing Nature With Xlam and Mineral Wool in Riverside Cabins
Christian Massi, Andrea Baroncelli
Constructed with Xlam and insulated with mineral wool, the design of riverside cabins prioritizes energy efficiency while offering flexible spaces for recreation and community engagement.
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Floating Homes With Concrete Hulls and Integrated Greenery
Floating Homes With Concrete Hulls and Integrated Greenery
Walter Hughes
Floating homes with concrete hulls and greenhouse systems create a sustainable residential community that enhances urban living along Vancouver's waterfront.
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Elevated Living with Hydroponics and Sustainable Materials in a Modular Design
Elevated Living with Hydroponics and Sustainable Materials in a Modular Design
Camilo Cerro
Incorporating hydroponics and modularity, this elevated residence utilizes sustainable materials to meet the housing needs of the New Orleans community.
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Timber Living: Flexible Units with Expansive Community Spaces
Timber Living: Flexible Units with Expansive Community Spaces
Jamie Jang
With a focus on mass timber construction and fluid modularity, the design offers adaptable living units that enhance community interaction and address the need for affordable housing.
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Modular Living in Cross-Laminated Timber Near Transit Hubs
Modular Living in Cross-Laminated Timber Near Transit Hubs
Yvonne Fu, Celine yuan Li, Paulina Avilez, Santiago Cuesta
Constructed using Cross-Laminated Timber, this modular housing solution is strategically located near transit hubs to provide affordable living while repurposing existing public infrastructure.
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Canopy Home Featuring Expandable Glass Walls for Artistic Living
Canopy Home Featuring Expandable Glass Walls for Artistic Living
Lizel Shabudin, Maribel Agustin
Designed with expandable glass walls and a canopied structure, the micro home provides a flexible living space that adapts to the needs of traveling artists for both creation and exhibition.
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Hexagonal Concrete Pods Offering Flexible Urban Living
Hexagonal Concrete Pods Offering Flexible Urban Living
Liza Turkevych
Constructed from prefabricated concrete panels and arranged in hexagonal configurations, these modular pods provide adaptable living spaces that address the need for affordable housing in urban environments.
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Pyramid Roof Structure Clad in Glass Panels and Wood Achieves Flexible Accommodation in Iceland's Landscape
Pyramid Roof Structure Clad in Glass Panels and Wood Achieves Flexible Accommodation in Iceland's Landscape
Anna Makaikina
Clad in expansive glass panels and characterized by a distinctive pyramid roof, the design facilitates flexible guest accommodations that harmonize with Iceland's stunning natural landscape.
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Utilizing hollow brick construction and modular design, this sustainable residential initiative captures wind and solar energy to create adaptable living spaces for families in Dubai's arid climate.
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Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens
Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens
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The residence uses local earth cladding and a ventilated mesh screen to improve thermal efficiency and create a family-friendly living space.
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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure
Mason Miles
An elevated timber structure in the marshlands of South Dakota functions as a community center, incorporating natural illumination and a glazed corridor to facilitate education and public interaction.
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs

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A Monument to Human Memory and Nature
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-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading
A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading
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A sustainable community center integrates conventional clay brick construction with modular solar shading elements, promoting social engagement and contemporary environmental practices.
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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach
A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach
Manuel Villalain Gonzalez, Pedro Xavier Martins Silva, Hazem Elshafei, Hazem Mosad Mohamed
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and compressed earth blocks, the design fosters a central courtyard that enhances environmental comfort while providing a flexible living space suited for modern families.
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The Spiraling Observation Tower
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 Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game
A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game
Sadyr Khabukhayev, Raikhan Seilova
Located within a uniform residential landscape in the United Arab Emirates, the design introduces a contemporary response to the region’s repetitive built environment. It proposes a modular residential typology that accommodates changing household needs while engaging with its environmental and social context.
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The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000
The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000
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Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2025
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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
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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
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Advance registration deadline 10 September 2025
Concrete Pavilion
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Concrete Pavilion
Design a concrete pavilion
Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
AIA (American Institute of Architects) invites you to design affordable housing in Denver
Affordable Housing Series 19th Edition ideas COMPETITION
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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
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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.
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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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Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
Design a safe and supportive space to those struggling with a terminal illness
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Kinderspace
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