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Circular Retreat Crafted From Sustainable Timber and Zinc in the Heart of Umbria
Circular Retreat Crafted From Sustainable Timber and Zinc in the Heart of Umbria
Yi Yang, Li Jiang
Crafted with a circular design using sustainable timber and zinc, this retreat immerses guests in the lush Umbrian landscape while offering a unique experience centered around wine tourism.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Expansive Glass Facades Create a Harmonious Winery Nestled in a Vineyard
Rammed Earth Walls and Expansive Glass Facades Create a Harmonious Winery Nestled in a Vineyard
Julia Domanska, Ewa Kostecka
Rammed earth walls merge seamlessly with expansive glass facades, offering stunning vineyard views while creating an environmentally responsive space for wine production and communal experiences.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Timeless Timber Cabins in a Serene Wellness Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Timeless Timber Cabins in a Serene Wellness Retreat
Andreia Mendes correia, Daniel Carvalho saavedra, Gonçalo Filipe martins
Embracing sustainability through the use of charred wooden shingles and locally sourced timber, the retreat harmoniously integrates with the natural landscape to create a serene space dedicated to meditation and wellness.
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Curvilinear Design Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Natural Light for an Engaging Learning Environment
Curvilinear Design Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Natural Light for an Engaging Learning Environment
Dominic Lloyd
With its fluid curvilinear form and extensive use of cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates an inviting atmosphere that enhances natural light, setting a captivating stage for collaborative learning.
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Sustainable shelter featuring cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles for extreme environments
Sustainable shelter featuring cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles for extreme environments
Rex Bombardelli
Nestled in the rugged Icelandic landscape, this sustainable shelter combines cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles to create a versatile and resilient oasis designed for those seeking refuge in extreme environments.
iceland shelter modular sustainable adaptable extreme environments multifunctional energy-efficient outdoor living innovative
Glulam Framework Embraces Natural Serenity with Sustainable Solar Design
Glulam Framework Embraces Natural Serenity with Sustainable Solar Design
馨怡 董, 涛 王, 艺璇 史, 泽轩 田
A glulam framework blends seamlessly with the rugged beauty of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, utilizing solar power and natural insulation to create a tranquil space dedicated to meditation and reflection.
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Portable dwelling with modular aluminum construction and breathable canvas for sustainable living
Portable dwelling with modular aluminum construction and breathable canvas for sustainable living
Rachelle Yau
This portable dwelling seamlessly combines modular aluminum construction with a weather-resistant canvas system, creating a sustainable living solution that adapts to diverse environments while offering essential comforts.
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Curved Fair-Faced Concrete Forming A Roof Garden Over Flexible Community Spaces
Curved Fair-Faced Concrete Forming A Roof Garden Over Flexible Community Spaces
Jiajun Tang, Bo Zhang, Tianqi Dong, Botao Zhang
A roof garden crafted from fair-faced concrete complements the undulating form inspired by volcanic landscapes, creating a versatile community hub designed for engagement and connection.
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Aerodynamic Shelter Constructed With Kevlar Fabric and Engineered Timber For Remote Hiking Communities
Aerodynamic Shelter Constructed With Kevlar Fabric and Engineered Timber For Remote Hiking Communities
Stephen Sainsbury, Ben Attrill
Constructed with an aerodynamic design using Kevlar fabric and engineered timber, this shelter provides a practical and sustainable refuge for hikers navigating the rugged Icelandic landscape.
iceland shelter hiking sustainable community prefabricated timber modern photovoltaic functional
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The Architect’s Stair

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
100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #10 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
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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Prize 50,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
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Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2025
Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize
100,000€ Prize / 2025 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 €
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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
Take a step and make a statement!
Take a step and make a statement! Edition #2 ideas COMPETITION
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 €
Eligibility Open to all
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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Final registration deadline 10 July 2025
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
Eligibility Open to all
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
Eligibility Open to all
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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Prize Monetary award
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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
Eligibility Open to all
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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