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Curvilinear Glass Facades and Fluid Spaces Crafted with Soft Textiles and Dynamic Layouts
Curvilinear Glass Facades and Fluid Spaces Crafted with Soft Textiles and Dynamic Layouts
Bartlomiej Dabrowski
Embracing curvilinear forms and transparent glass facades, this residence harmonizes digital integration and soft textiles to create a fluid living environment perfectly suited for modern lifestyles.
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Playful Circular Structure Featuring Adjustable Canvas Curtains and Natural Timber Elements for Community Engagement
Playful Circular Structure Featuring Adjustable Canvas Curtains and Natural Timber Elements for Community Engagement
Tyler Carriaga, Renee Xie
With its playful circular form and adjustable canvas curtains that promote light and interaction, the architectural installation serves as a community hub fostering literacy and storytelling among children.
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Curved Glass Facades and Playful Color Schemes in a Child-Centric Healthcare Facility
Curved Glass Facades and Playful Color Schemes in a Child-Centric Healthcare Facility
Ningyue Wang, Yuqing Pan, Zichen Huang, Yanqi Huang
With its playful color palette, curved glass facades, and a focus on creating a soothing environment, the design transforms childhood healthcare into a nurturing experience, dedicated to the well-being of young patients.
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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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Modular Structure of Local Sand Capturing Coastal Light for Interactive Community Engagement
Modular Structure of Local Sand Capturing Coastal Light for Interactive Community Engagement
Ditza Wieler davidi
With its modular units crafted from local sand and an open design that invites natural light, the structure redefines community engagement by encouraging exploration and interaction along the vibrant coastline.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Concrete Facades Blend Light and Nature in Functional Residential Design
Charred Wood Shingles and Concrete Facades Blend Light and Nature in Functional Residential Design
Bang giang Doan, Hoang Lam Bui, Vinh Hung Nguyen
Charred wood shingles envelop a robust concrete structure, creating a harmonious interplay of light and nature in a thoughtfully designed residential space that fosters connection and tranquility.
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Reflective Granite Sphere Anchored in Multimedia Experiences Within a Sustainable Urban Plaza
Reflective Granite Sphere Anchored in Multimedia Experiences Within a Sustainable Urban Plaza
Xidian Wang
A glossy black sphere crafted from reflective granite serves as the focal point of a vibrant plaza, inviting community engagement through multimedia experiences and interactive sculptures in a thoughtfully designed public space.
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Meditative Retreat Crafted With Aromatic Cedar and Lattice Framework Emphasizing Sensory Engagement
Meditative Retreat Crafted With Aromatic Cedar and Lattice Framework Emphasizing Sensory Engagement
Nick Fish
Crafted from aromatic cedar and defined by a delicate lattice framework, the design invites introspection through a series of sensory spaces, ultimately serving as a tranquil retreat for meditation.
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Bamboo Framework and Susuki Straw Create A Flexible Urban Sanctuary for Community Engagement
Bamboo Framework and Susuki Straw Create A Flexible Urban Sanctuary for Community Engagement
Klara Johnsson, Emil Klaar, Alva Lind, Frida Sandberg
Crafted from a structural bamboo framework and insulated with susuki straw, this urban sanctuary redefines flexible community gathering through its playful design and natural materials.
tokyo community playground bamboo sustainability flexible gathering children urban space
Translucent ETFE Enclosure Enhancing Cinematic Experience Amidst Iceland's Natural Landscape
Translucent ETFE Enclosure Enhancing Cinematic Experience Amidst Iceland's Natural Landscape
Haruki Asano, Ayaka Ogasawara, Yuichiro Tajima, Sakiko Noda
With a flexible ETFE membrane that reflects the surrounding Icelandic landscape, this cinema embodies a seamless connection between nature and community, offering immersive film experiences that engage with the environment.
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Playful PVC Pathways and Transparent Steel Elevations in a Versatile Recreation Workspace
Playful PVC Pathways and Transparent Steel Elevations in a Versatile Recreation Workspace
Peiwei Zhang, Kenny Chao
Nestled above the Luxor Pyramid, vibrant PVC pathways intertwine with transparent steel structures to create a dynamic workspace that blurs the lines between recreation and productivity.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Color Zones in a Healing Pediatric Care Environment
Charred Wooden Shingles and Color Zones in a Healing Pediatric Care Environment
Xintong Cai, Zhiyun Feng, Tianhui Feng
With vibrant color zones and thoughtfully integrated pet therapy spaces, this pediatric care facility aims to create a nurturing environment that transforms the experience of healing for young patients.
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Curvilinear Spaces Merging Natural Stone and Light in a Sustainable Rural Dwelling
Curvilinear Spaces Merging Natural Stone and Light in a Sustainable Rural Dwelling
Debora Di francesco, Doni Hallko
Blending curvilinear forms with natural stone and abundant light, the design creates a harmonious dwelling that fosters connection to the surrounding rural landscape.
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Linen Canopy and Timber Integration Create Dynamic Gathering Space in a Forest Setting
Linen Canopy and Timber Integration Create Dynamic Gathering Space in a Forest Setting
Luiza Stibe, Tina Alise Drupa, Annija Danenberga, Darta Sakarne, Tina Alise Drupa, Annija Danenberga, Darta Sakarne
A dynamic linen canopy gracefully interacts with timber elements to create an inviting food court that celebrates community and culinary experiences within a serene forest environment.
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Rammed Earth Structure Embracing Coastal Landscape with Sustainable Hemp Tarps
Rammed Earth Structure Embracing Coastal Landscape with Sustainable Hemp Tarps
Adela Ho
Nestled within a coastal landscape, the pavilion's rammed earth walls and lightweight hemp tarps create a harmonious blend of sustainability and architectural elegance, serving as a vibrant space for community performances and exhibitions.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Concrete Forms Creating Engaging Spaces for Childhood Education
Charred Wooden Shingles and Concrete Forms Creating Engaging Spaces for Childhood Education
Miranda Arcos, Catalina Tamarin
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and robust concrete, the design creates a multi-sensory learning environment that immerses children in the realities of their rights while fostering community engagement and educational growth.
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Natural Light-Filled Bungalows with Green Roofs and Sustainable Wood Elements in a Vineyard Setting
Natural Light-Filled Bungalows with Green Roofs and Sustainable Wood Elements in a Vineyard Setting
Carlos Ramón henaine, Alejandro García fuentes
Octagonal bungalows adorned with charred wooden shingles and integrated green roofs harmoniously blend into the vineyard landscape, offering a sustainable living experience that prioritizes community and connection to nature.
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Rammed Earth Retreat With Corten Steel Accents Nestled in an Olive Grove
Rammed Earth Retreat With Corten Steel Accents Nestled in an Olive Grove
Delia Maguire, Nathan Power
Crafted from rammed earth and adorned with Corten steel, this retreat harmonizes with its olive grove setting, offering artists and visitors a serene space for creativity and reflection.
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Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Modular Microhome Embracing Natural Light in Eco-Friendly Living
Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Modular Microhome Embracing Natural Light in Eco-Friendly Living
Lord evan Ceniza
Embracing modularity through fiber-reinforced polymer and generous glass facades, this microhome seamlessly integrates sustainable living with functional design, ensuring a light-filled, adaptable space for modern inhabitants.
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Light Steel Framework with Nostalgia Swings in a Meditative Urban Retreat
Light Steel Framework with Nostalgia Swings in a Meditative Urban Retreat
Polpipat Naksawat, Teerakan Wattanayon, Ratasakon Chantaluxsul
Nestled within the hustle of Shibuya Station, the interplay of light steel and nostalgic swings creates a contemplative refuge that invites urban dwellers to find moments of meditation amidst the city’s dynamic rhythm.
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The Architect’s Stair

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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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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
Design a concrete pavilion
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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.
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
Design affordable housing for Denver
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The Architect's Chair
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The Architect's Chair

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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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Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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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.
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