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Rooftop Garden Enhances Vertical Living With Sustainable Wooden Slats and Metal Facades
Rooftop Garden Enhances Vertical Living With Sustainable Wooden Slats and Metal Facades
Andrew Spaulding
A rooftop garden and double gallery design seamlessly integrate sustainable wooden slats and metal facades in a compact home that fosters community interaction while maximizing urban living.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define Compact Urban Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define Compact Urban Living
Nusrat Mohua, Shafique Rahman
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels blend harmoniously in a compact urban residence designed to maximize light and space while promoting sustainable living.
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Floating Retreat Crafted With Insulated Panels and Natural Wood Siding for Seasonal Recreation
Floating Retreat Crafted With Insulated Panels and Natural Wood Siding for Seasonal Recreation
Xing hua Lin
Crafted from natural wood siding and enhanced with insulated panels, this floating retreat offers a seamless connection to the Saquenay River, serving as a versatile seasonal lodging for both ice fishing enthusiasts and summer tourists.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Glulam Structure Define Sustainable Living Space
Charred Wood Shingles and Glulam Structure Define Sustainable Living Space
Josh Taplin
Crafted with charred wood shingles and supported by a glulam frame, this compact living space seamlessly integrates sustainable practices while offering a functional off-grid habitat.
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Self-Sufficient Module Incorporating Fiber Reinforced Polymer and Solar Technology
Self-Sufficient Module Incorporating Fiber Reinforced Polymer and Solar Technology
Mauro Dallabattista
Incorporating advanced Fiber Reinforced Polymer and sustainable solar technology, this self-sufficient living module offers a compact solution for modern nomadic lifestyles while seamlessly integrating functionality and environmental consciousness.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Elevate Compact Living Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Elevate Compact Living Solutions
Alessandra Brizzolari
Constructed using charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design redefines compact living by combining sustainable materials and adaptable spaces in an accessible and functional home.
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Sustainable microhomes featuring reinforced polymer construction and advanced energy efficiency solutions
Sustainable microhomes featuring reinforced polymer construction and advanced energy efficiency solutions
Kefei Yan, Yan Wang
This architectural endeavor redefines urban living with mobile microhomes crafted from reinforced polymer, seamlessly integrating advanced energy-efficient systems and communal spaces within a lush environment.
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Heart-Shaped Retreat Made From Eco-Composite and Recycled Metals
Heart-Shaped Retreat Made From Eco-Composite and Recycled Metals
Aleksa Grgurović
Crafted with eco-composite materials and enveloped in a heart shape, this micro-house embodies sustainability while providing a cozy and efficient living space for its inhabitants.
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Curvilinear Design With Photovoltaic Integration in a Compact Timber Microhome
Curvilinear Design With Photovoltaic Integration in a Compact Timber Microhome
Arianna Tavazzi
With its curvilinear roof profile and integrated photovoltaic panels, this compact timber microhome epitomizes sustainable living by seamlessly blending energy efficiency with functional residential space.
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Translucent Shell Panels and Birch Interiors Create a Sustainable Retreat in Icelandic Wilderness
Translucent Shell Panels and Birch Interiors Create a Sustainable Retreat in Icelandic Wilderness
Nicholas Frayne
With transparent shell panels that blur the lines between indoor comfort and the Icelandic wilderness, the design showcases birch interiors and geothermal heating to create a serene retreat for guests seeking a unique connection to nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Sustainable Micro-Home
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Sustainable Micro-Home
Katerina Asoniti
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this sustainable micro-home exemplifies the fusion of contemporary design and ecological responsibility, providing a compact yet comfortable living space.
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Elevated Steel and Plywood Structure Designed for Resilience Against Flooding
Elevated Steel and Plywood Structure Designed for Resilience Against Flooding
Olle Johnsson
An elevated structure crafted from galvanized steel and plywood exemplifies resilience and adaptability, providing a sustainable living solution in flood-prone regions.
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Sargasso Bricks and Chukum Wrap a Compact Coastal Habitat
Sargasso Bricks and Chukum Wrap a Compact Coastal Habitat
Maria fernanda Nava alarcon, Sarai Montiel escandon
Crafted from innovative sargasso bricks and traditional chukum, this compact coastal residence seamlessly merges sustainable design with local materials to provide a functional living space that responds to environmental challenges.
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Geothermal Shelter Tower With Panoramic Glass Facade Nestled in Volcanic Landscape
Geothermal Shelter Tower With Panoramic Glass Facade Nestled in Volcanic Landscape
Francesco Iurato, Giuditta Contini, Erica Bugli
Rising from a rugged volcanic landscape, the geothermal shelter tower showcases a striking glass facade and modular steel framework, offering a safe haven for visitors to experience the breathtaking surroundings.
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Cantilevered Cubic Design Featuring Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Integration for Compact Living
Cantilevered Cubic Design Featuring Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Integration for Compact Living
Evgenia Mihaylova, Daniel Yakimov, Atanas Petrov, Iva Zlateva
Characterized by its cantilevered cubic form and charred wooden shingles, this compact living space prioritizes sustainability with solar integration and multifunctional design, creating an effortless blend of comfort and ecological responsibility.
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Hay-Insulated Micro-Home With Triangular Design and Natural Wood Elements
Hay-Insulated Micro-Home With Triangular Design and Natural Wood Elements
Sophie Herqué
Built with hay insulation and a distinctive triangular form, this micro-home harmonizes with its natural surroundings to provide an off-grid living experience.
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Sustainable Living Pods Constructed with Expanded Polystyrene and Integrated Hydroponics systems
Sustainable Living Pods Constructed with Expanded Polystyrene and Integrated Hydroponics systems
Nischay Shetty, Nishanth C.m
Constructed with expanded polystyrene for superior insulation and designed to include an integrated hydroponics system, these modular living pods provide sustainable, compact housing solutions adaptable to various landscapes.
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Shipping Container Living With Green Roofs And Natural Wood Accents
Shipping Container Living With Green Roofs And Natural Wood Accents
Marta Rodriguez, Michael Lindemann
Repurposed shipping containers adorned with green roofs and natural wood accents create an adaptable housing solution that fosters community living in an urban environment.
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Compact library crafted with larch wood cladding and polycarbonate panels for sustainable community engagement
Compact library crafted with larch wood cladding and polycarbonate panels for sustainable community engagement
Giuseppe Saponara
Nestled in urban landscapes, this compact library features a distinctive hexagonal structure with larch wood cladding and polycarbonate panels, promoting community interaction through innovative design elements such as indoor bike parking and a book-sharing window.
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Timber Cladding and Slanted Roofs Create a Compact Coffee Kiosk Emphasizing Community Interaction
Timber Cladding and Slanted Roofs Create a Compact Coffee Kiosk Emphasizing Community Interaction
David Roe
With its unique slanted roofs and warm timber cladding, this compact coffee kiosk invites community interaction while seamlessly integrating sustainable design principles into a welcoming outdoor space.
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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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Final registration deadline 17 July 2025
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Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge

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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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
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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
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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
Design affordable housing for Denver
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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
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Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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