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Cross-Laminated Timber Pods Integrating Playful Swings for Engaging Outdoor Reading Spaces

Cross-Laminated Timber Pods Integrating Playful Swings for Engaging Outdoor Reading Spaces

Michelle Mack

With cross-laminated timber pods incorporating swings for active engagement, the design creates an inviting outdoor area that fosters a love for reading among users of all ages.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Thermal Mass in a Naturally Lit Residential Space

Kanstantsin Tsviatkou

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and expansive glazing, the dwelling maximizes natural light while implementing thermal mass to create an energy-efficient living space in harmony with its surroundings.

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Timber Huts on Claystone Platforms Surrounded by Nature

Timber Huts on Claystone Platforms Surrounded by Nature

Juan sebastián Sepúlveda, Pablo Ortíz ortega

Surrounded by a tranquil landscape, movable timber huts sit on claystone platforms, designed to foster creativity and community engagement in a setting that encourages activities like writing and reflection.

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Corten Steel Facade with Layered Design Enhances Observation Experience in Natural Landscape

Corten Steel Facade with Layered Design Enhances Observation Experience in Natural Landscape

Gumru Mirzaliyeva, Jeyhun Mammadli

A layered structure of corten steel and wood allows for unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape, creating an observation tower that integrates seamlessly with its natural environment while serving as a focal point for tourism.

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Beige Travertine and White Marble Columbarium Embracing Serenity in Natural Landscapes

Beige Travertine and White Marble Columbarium Embracing Serenity in Natural Landscapes

Xianwen Zheng

A columbarium constructed from beige travertine and white marble integrates seamless pathways and a tranquil holy water chamber, offering a serene environment for remembrance within a landscaped cemetery.

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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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Lapacho Walkway Elevating Views in a Sustainable Natural Setting

Lapacho Walkway Elevating Views in a Sustainable Natural Setting

Sergi Viñals musquera

Constructed from durable Lapacho wood, the observation tower provides an accessible pathway that gradually elevates visitors for panoramic views while promoting engagement with the surrounding natural landscape.

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Ghaf Tree Dwellings Integrated with Carved Rock Structures for Community Engagement

Ghaf Tree Dwellings Integrated with Carved Rock Structures for Community Engagement

Joanlin Au, Gary Ying, Tony Yeung

Ghaf tree dwellings, camouflaged within the desert landscape and complemented by carved rock structures, facilitate close interaction with wildlife while providing communal spaces for visitors to engage with the Arabian Oryx Protected Habitat.

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Rugged Dhome Structure Embracing Urban Interactivity in Nebraska

Zouad Mehdi, Vancoillie Manon

A rugged Dhome in Nebraska showcases an urban interactivity that emphasizes community engagement and a transformative approach to shared living space.

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Natural Ventilation and Shared Atriums in Vertical Living Solutions

Vadim Golubev

Incorporating natural ventilation and communal atriums, the design transforms high-rise living into a sustainable, community-focused environment that prioritizes energy efficiency and occupant well-being.

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Wellness Space Elevated in a Forest Canopy

Wellness Space Elevated in a Forest Canopy

Valeria Baeza, Mario Arancibia, Felipe Gonzalez, Tomas Zelada

The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.

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Pilgrimage Yoga House: a Low-Impact Retreat Near the Baltic Sea

Pilgrimage Yoga House: a Low-Impact Retreat Near the Baltic Sea

Daniel Bramah

Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.

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A Volcanic Retreat Lodge with Dynamic Spatial Flow

A Volcanic Retreat Lodge with Dynamic Spatial Flow

Serge Atallah

Lava rocks and corten steel create a dialogue with the volcanic landscape in a circular lodge designed for visitor engagement and immersion in nature.

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Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Shuang Chen, Yushan Jiang, Hengyuan Yang

Utilizing bamboo and recycled steel, the design incorporates vertical gardens to enhance urban living environments while fostering community engagement through adaptable micro-housing units.

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Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

Jason Li, Dennis Byun, Chris Choi, John Woo

The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.

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Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

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A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

Kenan Vatrenjak

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.

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A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

Abel Laki, Julia Gunther, Eszter Reti

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.

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A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

Neel Patel

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.

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Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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Pavilion Atlas 2026

Design a story of your country

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Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Design a slow-living restaurant in Portugal

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Advance registration deadline 23 September 2026

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New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Design a New Riverfront Market in Rochester, New York

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Prize Monetary award

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Advance registration deadline 7 October 2026

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Valli Wine Tasting Room

Design a wine tasting room in Italy

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Advance registration deadline 8 October 2026

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The Quiet Tower

Design an observation tower in Latvia

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Advance registration deadline 15 October 2026

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Vancouver Tall Challenge

Design the future of Vancouver’s skyline

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Final registration deadline 29 October 2026

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The Oak Moon Pavilion

Design a yoga pavilion in Italy

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Advance registration deadline 5 November 2026

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Underbridge #2

Design housing in underutilized bridge spaces

Affordable Housing Edition #20 ideas COMPETITION

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Final registration deadline 17 September 2026

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Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize

100,000€ Prize / 2026 ideas COMPETITION

Prize 100,000 €

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Final registration deadline 23 September 2026

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The Architect's Chair

Take a seat and make a statement!

Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION

Prize Monetary award + Exhibition at Stockholm Furniture Fair

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Advance registration deadline 24 September 2026

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MICROHOME 2026

Design a new concept of small-scale home and share a prize fund of 100,000€

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #11 ideas COMPETITION

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Final registration deadline 30 September 2026

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Kinderspace

Design a kindergarten of tomorrow

Architecture for Children’s Development #4 ideas COMPETITION

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Final registration deadline 28 October 2026

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Museum of Emotions

Use architecture to create different emotional states

Edition #9 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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Advance registration deadline 12 November 2026

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Search results for: “Naturally lit”

10 projects found:

Cross-Laminated Timber Pods Integrating Playful Swings for Engaging Outdoor Reading Spaces

Charred Wooden Shingles and Thermal Mass in a Naturally Lit Residential Space

Timber Huts on Claystone Platforms Surrounded by Nature

Corten Steel Facade with Layered Design Enhances Observation Experience in Natural Landscape

Beige Travertine and White Marble Columbarium Embracing Serenity in Natural Landscapes

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Lapacho Walkway Elevating Views in a Sustainable Natural Setting

Ghaf Tree Dwellings Integrated with Carved Rock Structures for Community Engagement

Rugged Dhome Structure Embracing Urban Interactivity in Nebraska

Natural Ventilation and Shared Atriums in Vertical Living Solutions

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Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

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New York High Falls Riverfront Market

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Underbridge #2

Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Valli Wine Tasting Room

The Quiet Tower

Kinderspace

The Oak Moon Pavilion

Museum of Emotions

Open architecture competitions

Pavilion Atlas 2026

Portugal Long Table Restaurant

New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Valli Wine Tasting Room

The Quiet Tower

Vancouver Tall Challenge

The Oak Moon Pavilion

Recurring architecture competitions

Underbridge #2

The Architect's Chair

MICROHOME 2026

Kinderspace

Museum of Emotions

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