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Grape-Shaped Structures with Green Terraces Promoting Community Living
Grape-Shaped Structures with Green Terraces Promoting Community Living
Arvjen Lushaj, Ilva Xhullima, Alesia Dishi, Glen Maranaku
With grape-shaped structures adorned with green terraces, the design fosters community engagement while serving as a guest house and winery integrated into the surrounding landscape.
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Geothermal Heating and Hydroponic Cultivation in a Sustainable Greenhouse Eatery
Geothermal Heating and Hydroponic Cultivation in a Sustainable Greenhouse Eatery
Maciej Galewski
Utilizing geothermal heating and hydroponic cultivation, the structure serves as a sustainable greenhouse eatery that offers guests a unique dining experience intertwined with the cultivation of food in the stark beauty of Iceland's landscape.
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Upcycled Wood Cabins With Blue Clay Wellness Spaces
Upcycled Wood Cabins With Blue Clay Wellness Spaces
David Tapias, Carlos Gonzalvo, Ricard Pau
Constructed with upcycled wood and blue clay, the design creates a series of movable cabins that adapt to the seasonal landscape, serving as a wellness-focused retreat that fosters community engagement.
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Charred Wood Cladding and Fiber Cement Panels in a Sustainable Micro Home Assembly
Charred Wood Cladding and Fiber Cement Panels in a Sustainable Micro Home Assembly
Julieta Derdoy, Matias fidel Moyano
Utilizing charred wood cladding and fiber cement panels, this micro home exemplifies sustainable construction through a DIY assembly process, creating a functional living space that fosters community engagement and connection with nature.
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Basalt Structure Blending Into Volcanic Landscape With Reflective Glass Facade
Basalt Structure Blending Into Volcanic Landscape With Reflective Glass Facade
Dorottya Ligetvári, Enikő Kosztolányi, Máté Ruga, Csenge Ligetvári
The pavilion’s basalt structure seamlessly integrates with the volcanic landscape, incorporating a reflective glass facade that echoes the surrounding terrain while serving as a multifunctional space for film screenings and community events.
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Rammed Earth Retreat Highlighting Cork Cladding and Timber Elements
Rammed Earth Retreat Highlighting Cork Cladding and Timber Elements
Omar Heikal
Constructed with rammed earth and enhanced with cork cladding, the retreat integrates seamlessly into the Portuguese landscape, providing an environment dedicated to yoga and mindfulness.
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Cylindrical Cabins Utilizing Limewood and Linen Facades for Serene Meditation Retreat
Cylindrical Cabins Utilizing Limewood and Linen Facades for Serene Meditation Retreat
Sara Noronha
Constructed with a cylindrical form of limewood and a delicately woven linen facade, these cabins provide a tranquil environment for meditation, seamlessly blending with the surrounding forest landscape.
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Courtyard Retreat Framed by Round Roof and Timber Harmony
Courtyard Retreat Framed by Round Roof and Timber Harmony
Janneke Revenboer
Defined by its round roof and thoughtful use of timber, the design creates a harmonious connection between interior spaces and the surrounding Latvian landscape, serving as both a residence and a dedicated painter's workshop.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Eucalyptus Structure in a Nature-Connected Yoga Space
Rammed Earth Walls and Eucalyptus Structure in a Nature-Connected Yoga Space
Maria Tsvetkova, Geraldine Wong
Constructed with rammed earth walls and a eucalyptus structure, the design thoughtfully integrates a living roof to enhance local biodiversity while serving as a dedicated space for yoga practice.
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Volcanic Ash Concrete Meets Geothermal Efficiency in Museum Design
Volcanic Ash Concrete Meets Geothermal Efficiency in Museum Design
Makoto Shibuya
Constructed using volcanic ash concrete and featuring a double skin facade for enhanced energy efficiency, the museum engages visitors with its layered spatial organization while providing insights into the geological history of the Myvatn region.
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Dynamic Rammed Earth Panels With Reclaimed Materials in a Community Space
Dynamic Rammed Earth Panels With Reclaimed Materials in a Community Space
Alan Morrissey
Constructed with movable rammed earth panels and reclaimed materials, the pavilion serves as a community space that fosters engagement and learning in sustainable building practices.
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Reflective Panel and Lowered Floor Enhance Connection to Nature
Reflective Panel and Lowered Floor Enhance Connection to Nature
Emese Lakatos, Emese Juhász
A lowered circular floor enhances the sense of arrival in a cabin characterized by a reflective panel that maximizes natural light, creating a versatile space for community engagement, meditation, and creativity.
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Elevated Structure of Polycarbonate and Local Timber for Sustainable Housing in Tuvalu
Elevated Structure of Polycarbonate and Local Timber for Sustainable Housing in Tuvalu
Wooseong Lee, Sharon Xing Tong Zhou
Elevated above potential floodwaters, the design utilizes polycarbonate cladding and locally sourced timber to create a resilient housing solution tailored to the climate challenges of Tuvalu.
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Soil-Filled Jute Structures Creating Natural Gathering Spaces in Forest Settings
Soil-Filled Jute Structures Creating Natural Gathering Spaces in Forest Settings
Niklavs Krievs, Ramon Cordova
Soil-filled jute bags form an eco-sensitive seating landscape, harmonizing with native flora to create communal gathering spaces during the Sanusi Festival.
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Geothermal Greenhouse with ETFE Skin in Volcanic Landscape
Geothermal Greenhouse with ETFE Skin in Volcanic Landscape
Samuel Rivard, Daniel Di Bacco
The combination of an ETFE skin and a geothermal system creates an energy-efficient greenhouse that provides fresh ingredients while seamlessly integrating with the volcanic landscape of Hverfjall, serving as a unique culinary destination.
iceland restaurant greenhouse sustainability geothermal volcano agriculture landscape panoramic cuisine
Natural Ventilation and Vegetable Gardens in a Concentric Community Layout
Natural Ventilation and Vegetable Gardens in a Concentric Community Layout
Nazaruk Oliver, Ilie Andreea alexandra, Tudor Camelia, Cîrstea Elena monica
With concentric circles defining its layout, the design incorporates natural ventilation and vegetable gardens to create a self-sustaining community environment focused on communal living.
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Ceramic Bricks and Fiber-Cement Facade Within a Multifunctional Pavilion in Iceland
Ceramic Bricks and Fiber-Cement Facade Within a Multifunctional Pavilion in Iceland
Dominika Ziomek
Utilizing ceramic bricks and a fiber-cement facade, the pavilion integrates safety features and sustainable energy sources while serving as a community hub with a café, gallery, and cinema in northern Iceland.
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Cave-Like Structure Enhanced by Downy Birch and Geothermal Heating
Cave-Like Structure Enhanced by Downy Birch and Geothermal Heating
Bram Van klink
Constructed with local Downy Birch and utilizing geothermal heating, the building offers a cave-like environment that integrates sustainable practices to support a multifunctional space including a kitchen, bar, and work area.
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Sand Brick Structures and Natural Light Tubes in Sustainable Desert Lodging
Sand Brick Structures and Natural Light Tubes in Sustainable Desert Lodging
Mustafa enes Toru, Alpcan Ikiz
Utilizing locally sourced sand bricks and innovative light tubes, the design integrates seamlessly into the desert landscape, providing a sustainable lodging experience while prioritizing ecological sensitivity and visitor engagement.
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A-frame Pavilions with Wood Louvers Enhancing Visitor Experience in Natural Ecosystems
A-frame Pavilions with Wood Louvers Enhancing Visitor Experience in Natural Ecosystems
Jordan Day
Set within a vibrant ecosystem, the design incorporates A-frame pavilions with wood louvers for passive climate control, enhancing visitor engagement and education in the unique landscapes of the Kemeri Bogs.
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

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

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT
SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT
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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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A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading
A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading
Kristina Klimova
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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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber
A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber
Brandon Bergem
Translucent polycarbonate and timber are employed to construct communal areas that encourage interaction and contemplation within the prairie environment.
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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
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MICROHOME

MICROHOME
Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction
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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
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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
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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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