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Translucent Panels and Recycled Steel Create a Unique Social Hub in Urban Berlin
Translucent Panels and Recycled Steel Create a Unique Social Hub in Urban Berlin
Mark Horvath, Peter Balogh
Constructed with recycled steel and illuminated by translucent panels, the design serves as a vibrant social hub that fosters connection through Berlin's iconic techno culture.
berlin booth techno social cultural event public sustainable interactive music
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Tranquil Retreat Pavilion
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Tranquil Retreat Pavilion
Romina Trunzer, Philipp Enders
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the pavilion offers a serene retreat that harmonizes with its natural surroundings while providing spaces for reflection and community engagement.
pavilion retreat nature community quiet wood glass sustainability introspection landscape
Foamed Aluminum Facade and Basalt Integration in a Scenic Observation Structure
Foamed Aluminum Facade and Basalt Integration in a Scenic Observation Structure
D lee Carruthers
Blending foamed aluminum and locally sourced basalt, the design emerges harmoniously from the Icelandic landscape, offering a unique observation experience that invites visitors to connect with both the natural environment and cultural heritage.
iceland tower observation caf cultural nature experience views volcanic community
Suspended Staircase and Natural Stone Embrace in a Hillside Yoga Retreat
Suspended Staircase and Natural Stone Embrace in a Hillside Yoga Retreat
Bryan Dunkelberger
A suspended staircase elegantly connects the expansive glass walls and natural stone façade of this hillside retreat, creating a serene yoga space that harmonizes with its breathtaking surroundings.
vale de moses yoga wellness house nature sustainability building landscape stone light
Meditation Retreat Featuring Tensile Fabric Canopy and Natural Wood Finishes within a Forest Setting
Meditation Retreat Featuring Tensile Fabric Canopy and Natural Wood Finishes within a Forest Setting
Nick Safley, Cait Cashner
Nestled within a serene forest, this meditation retreat combines a tensile fabric canopy and custom printed surfaces with natural wood finishes to create a harmonious space that fosters mindfulness and deep connection with nature.
meditation cabin forest nature retreat sustainable organic wellness mindfulness interactive
Mobile Units Crafted from Reclaimed Timber with Sheep Wool Insulation Overlooking the Northern Lights
Mobile Units Crafted from Reclaimed Timber with Sheep Wool Insulation Overlooking the Northern Lights
Emily Geigle
Crafted from reclaimed timber and featuring sheep wool insulation, these mobile units provide an unparalleled vantage point for experiencing the Northern Lights while offering a distinctive lodging solution in the breathtaking landscape of Iceland.
iceland guest rooms resort hospitality sustainability northern lights lake mvatn mobile units eco-friendly communal amenities
Charred Wooden Shingles and Biophilic Design in a Flexible Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Biophilic Design in a Flexible Community Space
Anton Tertyshnyk
Inspired by biophilic principles, the use of charred wooden shingles and local timber gives this community space a tactile warmth that fosters interaction and adaptability for diverse activities.
community educational cultural contemporary sustainable flexible interactive urban public usa
Bamboo Structures with Semi-Reflective Surfaces Blending Harmoniously into Natural Landscapes
Bamboo Structures with Semi-Reflective Surfaces Blending Harmoniously into Natural Landscapes
Matthew Di paola
Utilizing bamboo and semi-reflective materials, the design seamlessly marries structure and landscape, creating a tranquil retreat that invites introspection and connection with nature.
portugal sanctuary nature retreat sustainability bamboo landscape mindfulness residence introspection
Reactive Facades and Recycled Materials Enhance a Tranquil Urban Retreat
Reactive Facades and Recycled Materials Enhance a Tranquil Urban Retreat
Tatiana Ryseva, Tatyana Murashko
With its interactive facades that respond to visitor engagement and a focus on using recycled materials, this urban retreat serves as a sanctuary for emotional wellness and community interaction amidst the bustling cityscape.
hong kong emotional wellness community interactive sustainability retreat education garden urban
ETFE Membrane Structure Integrating Geothermal Heating Within a Circular Timber Design
ETFE Membrane Structure Integrating Geothermal Heating Within a Circular Timber Design
Yuanpei Tian, Kezhu Chen, Qingying Mei, Xi Wang, Zhipeng Yu
With its innovative ETFE membrane and geothermal heating seamlessly integrated into a circular timber form, the design evokes the natural energy of hot springs while providing a vibrant communal space for visitors to engage and rejuvenate.
hot spring community recreation sustainability etfe timber geothermal landscape user engagement public space
C-Shaped Sanctuary Crafted From Natural Wood and Textured Plaster Embracing Mindfulness and Serenity
C-Shaped Sanctuary Crafted From Natural Wood and Textured Plaster Embracing Mindfulness and Serenity
Yichen Zhai, Hao Chen
Crafted with a distinctive C-shaped design that integrates circular windows and sustainable timber elements, the Meditation Cabin serves as a serene retreat for mindfulness and introspection within a tranquil natural setting.
meditation cabin wellness nature retreat vale light sustainability serenity natural
Undulating Metal Cladding and Warm Timber Create a Functional Retreat for Cyclists
Undulating Metal Cladding and Warm Timber Create a Functional Retreat for Cyclists
Toros Malyan
The graceful undulating form clad in reflective metal and warm timber panels provides cyclists with a functional retreat, seamlessly integrating with its natural surroundings while offering essential amenities for rest and rejuvenation.
cycling rest stop urban sustainability functionality community lounge storage natural contemporary
Meditation Retreat Emphasizing Cedar Wood and Concrete Integration in a Natural Landscape
Meditation Retreat Emphasizing Cedar Wood and Concrete Integration in a Natural Landscape
Maxim Gabai, Dietmar Hahn
Nestled in a serene woodland, this meditation retreat artfully combines cedar wood and concrete to create inviting spaces that harmonize with nature while offering a tranquil environment for introspection and community connection.
meditation wellness retreat woodland community huts nature sanctuary sustainable recreation
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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
Design iconic urban sculptures for the prestigious Mujassam Watan competition and compete for 50,000 €
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Final registration deadline 11 September 2025
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The Architect’s Stair
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The Architect’s Stair
Take a step and make a statement!
Take a step and make a statement! Edition #2 ideas COMPETITION
Prize Monetary award
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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
Edition #5 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 10,000 €
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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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Final registration deadline 10 July 2025
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
ideas COMPETITION
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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Prize Monetary award
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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
Eligibility Open to all
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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