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Rammed Earth Cabins Emphasizing Natural Light and Landscape Integration for Wellness
Rammed Earth Cabins Emphasizing Natural Light and Landscape Integration for Wellness
Jakob Wermelin
Utilizing rammed earth walls and a thoughtfully designed landscape, the architecture creates a serene environment that fosters healing and mindfulness.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and IVL Wood Forming Transit Hubs Along the Trans-Siberian Railway
Charred Wooden Shingles and IVL Wood Forming Transit Hubs Along the Trans-Siberian Railway
Artem Alendeev, Kristina Ukhina
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and IVL wood, the design creates modular transit hubs along the Trans-Siberian railway, fostering community engagement and cultural exchange through flexible spaces for art exhibitions and essential services.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Elevated Design Define a Compact Eco-Friendly Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Elevated Design Define a Compact Eco-Friendly Residence
Shamil Othayoth
Elevated on stilts and clad in charred wooden shingles, this compact residence integrates sustainable practices and functions as an efficient living space, harmonizing modern design with environmental sensitivity.
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Coral Stone Facade Enhanced by Algae Panels in a Biophilic Residential Community
Coral Stone Facade Enhanced by Algae Panels in a Biophilic Residential Community
Daniel Baldassarri
Utilizing a coral stone facade and algae panels, this biophilic residential community integrates sustainable materials and advanced water management systems to create a harmonious living environment.
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Colorful Netting and Modular Flooring Define Adaptive Urban Living Space
Colorful Netting and Modular Flooring Define Adaptive Urban Living Space
Laura Blaszczak, Samantha Fruhwirth
Modular flooring and vibrant netting create a dynamic interplay within a compact urban habitat that fosters community interaction and sustainable living.
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Crimson Paint and Himalayan Clay Create a Grounded Community Space with Natural Timber
Crimson Paint and Himalayan Clay Create a Grounded Community Space with Natural Timber
Yuxin Wu
Constructed with crimson paint and Himalayan clay, the design utilizes local timber to create a functional community space that fosters cultural exchange in the heart of the Himalayas.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Ventilating Windcatchers Enhance Community Living Space
Rammed Earth Walls and Ventilating Windcatchers Enhance Community Living Space
Ahmad Pordel, Lisa Schreiber, Fatemeh Sedrehneshin
Utilizing rammed earth construction and traditional windcatchers, this community-focused residential design integrates sustainable materials to create a functional living environment in Dubai.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Brickwork Create Community-Centric Living for Seniors
Charred Wooden Shingles and Brickwork Create Community-Centric Living for Seniors
胜杰 邢
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and brick, the design emphasizes modularity and accessibility to create an inclusive community space tailored for elderly residents.
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A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity
A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity
Lisa-marie Mélodie Deransy
The design responds to the challenges of an arid environment by integrating built elements with the natural landscape to support recreational and community activities. Emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship, the project seeks to enhance user experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection.
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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives
A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives
Levi Gauge Pfeil
Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.
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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living
Pietro Cipolletta Marco Caporaletti
Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.
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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

Edition #6 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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A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living
A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living
Paolo Dolceamore, Omar Cicci, Federico Andrea Iannarone, Matteo Dossetto
Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.
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The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates
The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates
Hubert Pierre Olivier Charlaix, Mathieu Henri Pierre Nouhen
Situated in a remote and climatically challenging environment, the design responds to the need for shelter and communal space within a rugged natural landscape. The approach reflects regional building traditions while addressing functional requirements for comfort and protection.
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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation
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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes
A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes
Silviu Virgil Aldea
Located in a temperate climate zone, the residence explores a modern approach to family living through a series of interlocking volumes. The design emphasizes a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting adaptable living patterns while responding to environmental considerations.
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A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities
A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities
Kristýna Rosecká, Sandro Nanić
The design responds to pressing housing needs in regions affected by climate change and urban displacement, focusing on sustainable, self-sufficient living solutions.
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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
Ryan Kirkness
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the Mývatn landscape, providing a functional ski cabin that balances modern amenities with local materiality.
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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
Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize
100,000€ Prize / 2025 ideas COMPETITION
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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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Final registration deadline 25 September 2025
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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
Eligibility Open to all
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
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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
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Final registration deadline 18 September 2025
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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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
Edition #2 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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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
Advance registration deadline 9 October 2025
Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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