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Biodegradable Insulation and Local Wood Create A Multi-Cabin Retreat Emphasizing Community Connection
Biodegradable Insulation and Local Wood Create A Multi-Cabin Retreat Emphasizing Community Connection
Mekhroz Umedov, Mariia Abramova
Emphasizing community connection through the use of local linden wood and biodegradable insulation, a series of thoughtfully designed cabins harmoniously blend into the natural landscape, serving as a serene retreat for visitors.
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Curvilinear Glass Facade Integrating Volcanic Rock and Steel Framework in A Geothermal Visitor Center
Curvilinear Glass Facade Integrating Volcanic Rock and Steel Framework in A Geothermal Visitor Center
Silvia Vangelova
Nestled within the Krafla volcanic system, this visitor center masterfully combines a curvilinear glass façade with robust steel and volcanic rock elements, creating a striking environment that invites exploration and connection with the region's geothermal heritage.
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Curvilinear Structure of Sustainable Spruce and Glass Nestled Within a Tranquil Forest Retreat
Curvilinear Structure of Sustainable Spruce and Glass Nestled Within a Tranquil Forest Retreat
Ben (chieh-min) Chang, Shaz (razieh) Nasiri
The curvilinear form of sustainably sourced spruce and expansive glass harmonizes seamlessly with the idyllic forest landscape, creating an intimate retreat dedicated to meditation and the art of tea.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Harmonious Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Harmonious Community Hub
Vincenzo Cianciullo, Antonio Tonietti
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design integrates seamlessly into its urban context while serving as a vital community hub for collaboration and learning.
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Solar-Powered Sanctuary Crafted From Shorea Wood in the Heart of the Himalayas
Solar-Powered Sanctuary Crafted From Shorea Wood in the Heart of the Himalayas
Nathan Chiu
Constructed with locally sourced Shorea wood and a solar-powered terracotta roof, the sanctuary provides vital health and sanitation services to the remote Himalayan community.
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Hexagonal Plywood Retreat with Concrete Supports and Tranquil Forest Views
Hexagonal Plywood Retreat with Concrete Supports and Tranquil Forest Views
Cameron Kollath, Jacob Cournoyer
With its hexagonal design and a combination of birch plywood and concrete, this tranquil retreat seamlessly integrates with the forest landscape, offering a peaceful sanctuary for reflection and meditation.
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Cubic Volumes of Charred Wood and Aluminium for High-Altitude Self-Sustaining Living
Cubic Volumes of Charred Wood and Aluminium for High-Altitude Self-Sustaining Living
David Leung, Donny Tse, Theodore Tong
Constructed from charred wood and lightweight aluminium, this self-sustaining dwelling offers flexible modularity and energy-efficient solutions for adventurers navigating the challenges of high-altitude living.
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The Architect’s Stair

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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
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Design a concrete pavilion
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Museum of Emotions
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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Design affordable housing for Denver
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The Architect's Chair

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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
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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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
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Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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