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Curvilinear Sustainable Living Spaces Featuring Green Roofs and Natural Materials
Curvilinear Sustainable Living Spaces Featuring Green Roofs and Natural Materials
Ju yeon Ha, Yuna Moon, Yerin No, Seojin Jeong
Embracing curvilinear forms and sustainable materials, the design seamlessly integrates green roofs and natural light to create inviting living and working spaces for artists and travelers in a vibrant landscape.
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Creative retreat featuring earthy wood tones and durable aluminum façade in a serene natural setting
Creative retreat featuring earthy wood tones and durable aluminum façade in a serene natural setting
Lan Wang, Yuan Meng
Nestled in a tranquil landscape, this creative retreat features a fragmented layout crafted from warm wood accents and a resilient aluminum façade, offering both communal and private spaces for reflection and collaboration among poets.
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Sustainable retreat designed with glued laminated timber and passive solar principles
Sustainable retreat designed with glued laminated timber and passive solar principles
Adrian mihai Irimia
Nestled in a natural landscape, this retreat showcases a unique triangular design crafted from glued laminated timber, featuring innovative wood shavings insulation and expansive glass façades that seamlessly connect indoor comfort with the beauty of the outdoors.
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Sunken Auditorium Crafted with Local Stone and Aluminum Amidst Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Sunken Auditorium Crafted with Local Stone and Aluminum Amidst Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Videlia Veriska, Dara Indira Okta, Alva Maula Rahman
Carved from local stone and framed with aluminum, the sunken auditorium emerges gracefully from Iceland's volcanic terrain, creating an immersive cultural venue for cinematic experiences that deeply connects visitors to its breathtaking landscape.
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Curvilinear Glass Facade With Rainwater Collection and Timber Integration for Community Art Exploration
Curvilinear Glass Facade With Rainwater Collection and Timber Integration for Community Art Exploration
Sławomir Szczotka
A curvilinear facade of glass and sustainably sourced timber elegantly integrates rainwater collection systems while creating a vibrant space for artistic exploration within Iceland's captivating landscape.
iceland pavilion cultural artistic observatory exhibition sustainable community natural landscape
Charred Wood Shingles and Timber Frame Create a Community Space Embracing Nature
Charred Wood Shingles and Timber Frame Create a Community Space Embracing Nature
Muhammet kerem Yavuz, Gülhis Duygun, Orhun Ince, Burcu Saral
Charred wood shingles envelop a flexible timber frame, creating an adaptable communal space that harmonizes with its woodland surroundings while encouraging social interaction and creativity.
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Suspended Roof Structure Crafted From Plywood Nestled Among Existing Trees
Suspended Roof Structure Crafted From Plywood Nestled Among Existing Trees
Jurģis Prikulis
Crafted with a suspended plywood roof that seamlessly integrates with a landscape of existing trees, this culinary hub provides a flexible space for community dining while reinforcing connections with nature.
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Wicker Structures Weaving Through Nature for Community Culinary Gatherings
Wicker Structures Weaving Through Nature for Community Culinary Gatherings
Morgan Orgeron
Wicker-crafted walls intertwine with the forest, creating a vibrant space that embraces local food culture and fosters community interaction through culinary events.
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Foldable Timber Structures with Recycled Materials for Community Engagement in a Forest Setting
Foldable Timber Structures with Recycled Materials for Community Engagement in a Forest Setting
Adi Mor
With foldable timber structures crafted from recycled materials, the design seamlessly integrates community engagement into the forest landscape, creating versatile spaces for festival activities.
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Curvilinear Pavilion Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber Panels With Charred Wooden Shingles Embracing Nature Within A Festival Setting
Curvilinear Pavilion Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber Panels With Charred Wooden Shingles Embracing Nature Within A Festival Setting
Jaehwi Lim, Junghyeon Oh
Blending curvilinear forms with cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, the pavilion offers a harmonious gathering space that connects the community to nature during a vibrant festival experience.
latvia food court saraus festival community sustainability nature wood music pavilion
Community Cultural Center Embracing Natural Materials and Interactive Spaces in a Harmonious Landscape
Community Cultural Center Embracing Natural Materials and Interactive Spaces in a Harmonious Landscape
Marco Erdenberger, Sebastian Lopez
Nestled within its natural surroundings, this community cultural center showcases a thoughtful blend of charred wood and volcanic stone, creating interactive spaces that invite exploration and celebrate the local ecology.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Form a Unique Visitor Center in Natural Surroundings
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Form a Unique Visitor Center in Natural Surroundings
Tomás Villa
Constructed using charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the visitor center blends seamlessly with its natural setting while providing an engaging hub for community interaction and education.
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Memorial Observing Platform with Burned Cedar Siding and Polycarbonate Cladding in a Natural Landscape
Memorial Observing Platform with Burned Cedar Siding and Polycarbonate Cladding in a Natural Landscape
YUTIAN WANG, Xiaoyu Wang, SHIXIN CHEN
This architectural memorial weaves together burned cedar siding and translucent polycarbonate panels to create a contemplative observatory that gracefully integrates with its natural surroundings, inviting reflection on the past while respecting the environment.
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Undulating Roof Forms Clad in Natural Stone and Timber Emphasizing Vineyard Integration and Sustainability
Undulating Roof Forms Clad in Natural Stone and Timber Emphasizing Vineyard Integration and Sustainability
Frank Boehm
With an undulating roof design crafted from natural stone and timber that seamlessly interacts with the surrounding vineyard landscape, the accommodation offers a unique retreat that emphasizes sustainability and community engagement.
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Turf-Covered Green Roof Above Hydroponic Kitchen Integrating Volcanic Landscape Elements
Turf-Covered Green Roof Above Hydroponic Kitchen Integrating Volcanic Landscape Elements
Bruno marco Gismondi, Frida isabel Pett, Lorena Gismondi pett
A turf-covered green roof and hydroponic kitchen seamlessly blend with Iceland's volcanic landscape, creating a sustainable coffee shop that enhances environmental connectivity while inviting community engagement.
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Light-Filtrating Spaces Crafted With Charred Wood And Modular Construction For Festival Gatherings
Light-Filtrating Spaces Crafted With Charred Wood And Modular Construction For Festival Gatherings
Salomon Rodriguez
Crafted from charred wood shingles and designed for optimal light filtration, the versatile structure serves as a dynamic food court that encourages community interaction during the festive atmosphere of the Sansusi Music Festival.
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Sound-Enhanced Dining Experience Crafted with Sustainable Timber and Charred Shingles in a Forest Setting
Sound-Enhanced Dining Experience Crafted with Sustainable Timber and Charred Shingles in a Forest Setting
Jiseob Lee, Hamza Jumaa, Sabrina La
Crafted from sustainable timber and charred shingles, this forest food court harmonizes sound and culinary arts to create a unique communal dining experience immersed in nature.
latvia food court cultural space sustainable community modular forest cooking music outdoor
Cross-Laminated Timber Huts Nestled Within a Natural Forest Landscape
Cross-Laminated Timber Huts Nestled Within a Natural Forest Landscape
Justinas Zuklys, Ieva Zuklyte, Salvatore Antonio Iasi
Crafted from cross-laminated timber and harmoniously integrated into a forest setting, these flexible huts provide a unique communal space designed for seasonal gatherings and a deep connection to nature.
latvia recreation community forest sustainability huts local materials flexibility cultural heritage nature
Shadow Play and Glass Façades Enhance Living Experience in a Natural Setting
Shadow Play and Glass Façades Enhance Living Experience in a Natural Setting
Sofiia Trybakova
With its fluid glass façades that delicately frame the ever-shifting patterns of light and shadow, the design seamlessly integrates natural elements to create a reflective residential space within a serene forest setting.
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Translucent Fabric Canopy With Reclaimed Wood Elements for Engaging Community Experience
Translucent Fabric Canopy With Reclaimed Wood Elements for Engaging Community Experience
Alejandro Luna
A canopy of translucent fabric envelops reclaimed wooden structures, inviting festival-goers into an interactive space that fosters community engagement and performance within a forested setting.
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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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Final registration deadline 17 July 2025
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Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge

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Buildner's Unbuilt Award 2025
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The Architect’s Stair
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The Architect’s Stair
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Final registration deadline 26 June 2025
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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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Final registration deadline 9 July 2025
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Concrete Pavilion
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Concrete Pavilion
Design a concrete pavilion
Edition #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 9 July 2025
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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.
Prize Monetary award
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
Design affordable housing for Denver
Affordable Housing Series 19th Edition ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 17 July 2025
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 17 July 2025
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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Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
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Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
Architecture for Children’s Development #3 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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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
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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