John Stack Ross,Caleb McWhorter,Betty Hemby,Jacob Gines
Constructed from weathering steel, the observation tower integrates hidden spaces and indirect pathways to connect visitors with the surrounding landscape, serving as a community hub for exploration and reflection.
Utilizing charred wood shingles and reinforced concrete, the transformation of a historic viaduct into a vibrant public park creates dynamic spaces for community interaction and ecological engagement.
The design incorporates a spiraling pathway complemented by natural stone and timber finishes, facilitating an exploration of creativity within a cultural center dedicated to the arts.
Ahmed E.Maghrabi,Malak A.El-Badri,Sumaya T.Naas,Enass F.Tabella
Bulging glass facades and a robust steel framework create a flexible cultural institute designed to facilitate diverse community events and foster engagement with contemporary pop culture.
A perforated metal facade combined with photovoltaic systems creates an engaging and interactive space that educates visitors about the evolution of digital culture.
Utilizing dynamic glass and metal facades, the design creates an interactive visitor center that reflects the cultural narratives of the Trans-Siberian Railway while engaging users through a flexible educational experience.
Integrating celestial orientation with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design offers flexible accommodation that enhances the connection between occupants and the surrounding landscape.
A smoked glass observation tower offers panoramic views over the wetland habitat while housing an interactive educational museum aimed at fostering awareness of local biodiversity.
The integration of a winter painting element and user-focused pathways creates a dynamic space that facilitates community interaction and cultural engagement.
An interactive network of pathways and green spaces integrates nature into a communal setting, promoting health and well-being in an urban environment.
With a roof design that embodies the natural slopes of the surrounding mountains and is constructed from sustainable charred timber and spruce, this facility invites users to engage in winter recreation while harmonizing with its alpine landscape.
Constructed with cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles, the design creates a harmonious environment for reflection and community engagement centered around the theme of mortality.
Plaited metal bands rise above an interactive ramp, creating a dynamic space for reflection and engagement within a memorial dedicated to the historic unity of the Baltic states.
Paula Morales Solera,Andy Sanchez Seas,Diego Carrasco Ramirez,Daniel Solis Vuurmans
A curvilinear glass facade interacts with the urban context while polymer accents enhance visual engagement, creating an adaptable space for cultural exhibitions and community events.
Steven Wells,John Collamore,Lexi Glass,Marquis Brown
Crafted from faceted concrete and undulating recycled wood, the architectural installation transforms transit points along the Trans-Siberian Railway into engaging spaces that invite exploration and social interaction.
Elevated above fluctuating waters, the pavilion employs a modular aluminum frame and softwood pathways to create an interactive space that enhances visitor engagement with the surrounding natural landscape.
With a design that seamlessly integrates ramps and interactive exhibits into its dual-formed structure, the center enhances visitor engagement and accessibility while serving as an educational hub focused on local biodiversity.
Elevated prefabricated units with integrated solar technology and verdant community gardens transform underutilized rooftops into sustainable living spaces in the heart of San Francisco.
With a curvilinear design formed from cross laminated timber panels, the museum integrates historical architecture and sustainable practices to serve as a cultural hub dedicated to equestrian heritage.
Laura Gonzalez rabilero,Sergio Pírez porras,Pedro Secades alonso,Paula Cuesta perez
Linked by adaptive landscapes and a network of sustainable drainage systems, the design revitalizes Milan’s Navigli canals to enhance accessibility and community engagement in public spaces.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
Edition #9ideas COMPETITIONSILENT 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
Advance registration deadline 12 November 2026
Open architecture competitions
Closest deadline first
Project competitions first
Selected winning projects have the potential to be constructed
Ideas competitions
Experimental competitions with the focus on pushing the boundaries of creativity
Use architecture to create different emotional states
Edition #9ideas COMPETITIONSILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Only participants selected and invited by Buildner can enter these closed competitions. To be considered for future opportunities, please set up your account on Architects' Network Plus.