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Butterfly Roof Structure Enhanced by Concrete and Glass Integration for Ecological Engagement
Butterfly Roof Structure Enhanced by Concrete and Glass Integration for Ecological Engagement
Mohit Harisangam
Defined by its butterfly roof and sustainable materials like concrete and expansive glass, the center serves as an engaging gateway to the rich biodiversity of the Al Wathba wetlands, enhancing visitor education and conservation awareness.
abu dhabi visitor center wetlands education conservation sustainability nature ecology restaurant
Sustainable Kiosk Featuring Corrugated Aluminum and Renewable Energy Solutions
Sustainable Kiosk Featuring Corrugated Aluminum and Renewable Energy Solutions
Dariya Demydova, Yana IVANOVA
Built with corrugated aluminum and powered by renewable energy, the kiosk serves as a versatile hub for coffee and gelato, offering an eco-friendly solution for urban environments.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Transforming Urban Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Transforming Urban Living Spaces
Sarkis Semerdjian, Domingos Pascali, Leopoldo Schettino
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and expansive green roofs, the design seamlessly merges sustainable materiality with vibrant communal areas, creating a multifunctional hub for urban living.
urban mixed-use community sustainability residential commercial green facade landscaping concrete
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Shape a Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Shape a Sustainable Community Hub
Agha Hanee Murtaza
Charred wooden shingles gracefully envelop cross-laminated timber panels, creating a compelling dialogue between durability and warmth in a sustainable community hub designed to foster interaction and connectivity.
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Therapeutic Garden Spaces Enhanced by Local Flora and Sustainable Concrete in an Active Aging Facility
Therapeutic Garden Spaces Enhanced by Local Flora and Sustainable Concrete in an Active Aging Facility
Kristina Klimova
Enhanced by local flora and sustainable concrete, the design creates serene therapeutic garden spaces that support community interaction and well-being for the elderly.
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Sculptural Earth Walls and Indigenous Materials Create Tranquil Retreat in Natural Landscape
Sculptural Earth Walls and Indigenous Materials Create Tranquil Retreat in Natural Landscape
Jakob Wermelin
Crafted from rammed earth walls and locally sourced materials, this serene retreat harmoniously integrates with the natural landscape, providing a tranquil space for meditation and reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazing in a Versatile Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazing in a Versatile Community Hub
Magnus Gabrielsson
With an exterior adorned in charred wooden shingles and expansive glazing that enhances natural light and connectivity to the surroundings, the design serves as a versatile community hub fostering engagement and collaboration.
community functionality sustainability concrete wood flexibility landscape interaction local modern
Reflective Glass Structures With Interactive Water Features In A Commemorative Space
Reflective Glass Structures With Interactive Water Features In A Commemorative Space
Parisa Mohammadi, Hadi Shamshiri, Mehdi Shamshiri
Reflective glass surfaces and interactive water features invite visitors to engage with a commemorative space that honors the unity and freedom aspirations of the Baltic nations.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Façade Defining a Community Space with Sustainable Materials
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Façade Defining a Community Space with Sustainable Materials
Maximo Dario Abarca Runruil
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and a transparent glass façade, the community space seamlessly merges sustainable construction with flexible areas designed for interaction and collaboration.
multipurpose community sustainability interaction landscape local contemporary flexibility materiality natural
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Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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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
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.
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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