Utilizing seaweed insulation and cypress wood, the design creates an octagonal communal space that fosters healing and support for displaced individuals seeking refuge.
With a structure of charred wooden shingles and fire-resistant concrete, this home is designed to provide safety and resilience against natural disasters while ensuring a comfortable living environment.
Comprising modular units crafted from recycled concrete and enhanced with natural wood elements, this design offers flexible living solutions that promote community resilience and sustainable practices.
Engineered bamboo forms the backbone of a carbon-negative housing solution designed to provide affordable and sustainable living for families in the Philippines.
Integrating vertical gardens and a rainwater collection system, the design utilizes corrugated metal and plywood to create adaptable shelters for communities recovering from natural disasters.
Elevated above potential floodwaters, the structure utilizes timber joists and greywater systems to create a self-sufficient living space for families displaced by natural disasters.
A separated structural system enhances fire safety while effectively leveraging gravity to achieve significant energy savings in a multifunctional skyscraper designed for urban living.
Built from trapezoidal microhomes designed for relocation, the off-grid dwellings incorporate energy-generating turbines and water collection systems, offering a sustainable living solution for residents facing climate change challenges.
Constructed using modular tetrahedrons, the design provides robust bunkers for community safety in karst regions, addressing the urgent needs of urban areas prone to sinkholes.
Constructed with modular honeycomb elements, the design integrates cost-effective wood to create adaptable living spaces that address the needs of communities in high-altitude disaster-prone areas.
Andre Amir CedeÑo Ah Chu,Andrew ,Winnie Tanaya,Edward Kwan
Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and innovative evaporation walls, this resilient community housing solution addresses environmental challenges while fostering social cohesion and adaptability in vulnerable regions.
The interplay of weathered steel and expansive glass panels offers a reflective space that honors the victims of the Lisbon earthquake while fostering community engagement and contemplation.
Constructed with a trampoline-frame structure and a rain cover, this portable living unit offers a compact and self-sufficient solution for emergency housing needs.
Engineered bamboo construction provides a resilient and flexible framework for this modular living space, designed to adapt to varying climates while offering sustainable housing solutions.
With integrated farming boxes and solar panels, affordable housing is crafted for earthquake survivors in Iran, focusing on sustainability and rapid deployment to address urgent needs.
Constructed with a precise adobe mixture and designed for effective humidity control, these homes provide sustainable and resilient shelter in areas vulnerable to natural disasters.
With the ability to float during floods and constructed from bamboo complemented by a hydroponic farming system, this microhome provides a resilient living space designed for community members facing environmental challenges.
Utilizing solar panels and jalousie windows, the design offers a compact, transportable shelter equipped with sustainable systems, catering to the immediate housing needs of communities affected by crises.
Constructed from durable laterite and terracotta, this flood-resilient facility integrates natural ventilation and bamboo elements to provide essential healthcare services to a network of villages in the Konkan region.
Tsz chun stephen Chau,Kai ching samuel Yip,Ka hei billy Ng
Elevated above ground level, a rotational structure integrates wooden panels and garden spaces to create flexible living areas that redefine communal and private functions.
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.
Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.
Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.
A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.
The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.
The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.
Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.
Maria Turcu,Mihai Mitrică,Alina Măldărescu,Alina Lixeanu
Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.
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.