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Bamboo Frame Homes Enhanced with Ceracladd Cladding for Sustainable Living
Bamboo Frame Homes Enhanced with Ceracladd Cladding for Sustainable Living
Jherlyn Esguerra
Combining a bamboo frame with durable ceracladd cladding, this sustainable microhome promotes communal living while offering an energy-efficient and environmentally sensitive solution for contemporary housing needs.
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Terracotta Facades and Carved Panels Enhance Sustainable Living in a Family-Oriented Home
Terracotta Facades and Carved Panels Enhance Sustainable Living in a Family-Oriented Home
Monisha Angel Arnold
Integrating terracotta facades and intricately carved panels, the design employs sustainable materials to create a family-oriented home that fosters connection and engagement with the surrounding environment.
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Elevated Living Spaces on Steel Stilts with Timber and Steel Framework
Elevated Living Spaces on Steel Stilts with Timber and Steel Framework
Jia yunn Kok, Tsun hin Li
Constructed on stilts with a framework of timber and steel, this modular housing solution not only addresses the unique living needs of the Orang Asli community but also fosters social interaction within a sustainable urban context.
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Thatch Roof Home Supporting Local Ecosystem and Creative Living
Thatch Roof Home Supporting Local Ecosystem and Creative Living
Angelika Olejarka
With a thatch roof designed to accommodate local bat habitats and an adaptable workshop space, the residence at Cernostes Lake combines sustainable materials and traditional forms to create a contemporary home for creative living.
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Burned Wood Facade and Reclaimed Materials in a Sustainable Family Residence
Burned Wood Facade and Reclaimed Materials in a Sustainable Family Residence
Arturo Pacheco
Utilizing burned wood for its facade and incorporating reclaimed materials, the residence fosters a deep connection with the surrounding landscape while providing a functional living space for family life.
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Interior Garden Highlighted in Cross-Laminated Timber Microhome
Interior Garden Highlighted in Cross-Laminated Timber Microhome
Primesa Arapi, Idila Shporta
An interior garden integrates seamlessly within a microhome constructed from cross-laminated timber, demonstrating efficient use of space while providing a sustainable living environment.
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Asymmetrical Living Spaces with Traditional Wood and Rainwater Systems
Asymmetrical Living Spaces with Traditional Wood and Rainwater Systems
Bryan Zachrie, Orry Junior, Stephanus christo Probojati
The asymmetrical roof design and the use of traditional wood, paired with efficient rainwater systems, create a sustainable living space that fosters community engagement and cultural preservation.
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Biological Filter and Wood Heater in Compact Micro-Housing Design
Biological Filter and Wood Heater in Compact Micro-Housing Design
Walter Hughes
With a design centered on a biological filter and a wood heater, this compact micro-housing unit integrates sustainable living practices while offering versatile spaces for daily activities.
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Green Terraces and Steel Modules Redefining Urban Living
Green Terraces and Steel Modules Redefining Urban Living
Antonio Sollo, Federica Gallucci
With a focus on green terraces and a steel modular structure, this design reimagines the potential of blind walls in Paris to create adaptable housing solutions that enhance urban living.
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Community Gardens and Hydroponic Systems in Duplex Units
Community Gardens and Hydroponic Systems in Duplex Units
Bob Jr Calumba
Utilizing hydroponic systems within duplex units, the design creates a sustainable community environment that integrates agricultural practices directly into urban living.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Ventilation Define Sustainable Family Home
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Ventilation Define Sustainable Family Home
Gabor Mocsi
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and designed for optimal natural ventilation, the residence integrates sustainable materials to create a functional family home that respects both tradition and modern living standards.
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Harmonious Living Among Wooden Panels and Natural Terraces
Harmonious Living Among Wooden Panels and Natural Terraces
Kateryna Vasylevska, Kateryna Denysenko, Marian Beresh, Nikolay K
Rubble stone foundations support a minimalist structure that cascades toward the lakeshore, creating a sustainable residence for two families while fostering a deep connection with the surrounding landscape.
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Rainwater Collection and Rooftop Gardens in a Communal Living Space
Rainwater Collection and Rooftop Gardens in a Communal Living Space
Marya Bakhrameeva, Anastasia Volkova
Incorporating rooftop gardens and a rainwater collection system, the design fosters sustainable communal living while promoting interaction among a diverse range of residents.
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Timber-Centric Living Surrounded by Courtyards and Nature
Timber-Centric Living Surrounded by Courtyards and Nature
Kristiana Genca
Constructed with timber to emphasize sustainability, the architecture integrates multiple courtyards and private terraces, fostering a connection to nature while serving as a community living space.
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Floating Community Spaces with Floral Patterns and Half-Timbered Facade
Floating Community Spaces with Floral Patterns and Half-Timbered Facade
Weronika Chromow
A modular complex designed with a rosette layout, utilizing a half-timbered facade and anchored on a concrete float, provides unique living spaces that engage with the cultural identity of Jamno while enhancing communal interaction.
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Rusted Plate Facades with Glass Blocks and Organic Wine Guest Homes
Rusted Plate Facades with Glass Blocks and Organic Wine Guest Homes
Tamar Mosiashvili, Ketevan Managadze, Natalia Manjgaladze
Rusted plate facades and glass blocks define the distinct aesthetic of guest homes that invite visitors to experience organic wines against the backdrop of Spello's picturesque sunsets.
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Thatched Roof Community Spaces with Integrated Workshops and Central Garden
Thatched Roof Community Spaces with Integrated Workshops and Central Garden
Victoria Hatsenko, Shotaro Arai
A thatched roof supports a cross-plan layout that intertwines communal gardens and integrated workshops, creating a flexible living environment suited for two families.
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Moss-Covered Structure Integrating Recycled Steel with Community Functions
Moss-Covered Structure Integrating Recycled Steel with Community Functions
Tonika Dimitrova, Martin Despodov
A moss-covered façade constructed from recycled steel connects public and private spaces, facilitating community engagement through gardening and composting activities.
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Cross Laminated Timber Units Enhancing Community Living in London
Cross Laminated Timber Units Enhancing Community Living in London
Matthew Edwards, Jack Lee
Utilizing cross laminated timber, the design enhances urban density in London through flexible residential units that foster community interaction and modern living essentials.
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Framed Views and Vegetated Roofs in A Community-Focused Sanctuary
Framed Views and Vegetated Roofs in A Community-Focused Sanctuary
Cette Valentine
Framed views and vegetated roofs create a community-focused sanctuary that encourages relaxation and connection with nature while providing essential residential functions.
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Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture
Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture
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Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

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Located in Dubai, ONE explores modular residential design as a strategy for flexible, community-oriented urban living. The project integrates public and private spaces with sustainable systems and material choices, responding to both environmental conditions and social needs.
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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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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT
SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT
Fatima Jalali, Barbod Alimohamadi, Razieh Zirrahi, Ali Jafari
The article presents a contemporary architectural design situated in a distinct environmental and cultural context. Emphasizing spatial efficiency, material consciousness, and environmental integration, the project explores how architecture can respond to both functional requirements and local conditions.
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Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens
Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens
Anique Azhar Shore, Ahad Ayaz
The residence uses local earth cladding and a ventilated mesh screen to improve thermal efficiency and create a family-friendly living space.
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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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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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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 Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach
A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach
Manuel Villalain Gonzalez, Pedro Xavier Martins Silva, Hazem Elshafei, Hazem Mosad Mohamed
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and compressed earth blocks, the design fosters a central courtyard that enhances environmental comfort while providing a flexible living space suited for modern families.
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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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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
Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
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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
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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
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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
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Advance registration deadline 9 October 2025
Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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