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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Creating A Sustainable Hiker’s Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Creating A Sustainable Hiker’s Retreat
Gabriel Andrade, Charles Janson
With a roof inspired by the contours of the nearby Hverfjall Volcano and constructed from charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this sustainable coffee house invites visitors to pause, reflect, and connect with the stunning Icelandic landscape.
iceland caf coffee house public space hverfjall geothermal sustainability community tourism landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Anodized Aluminum Embrace in a Sustainable Visitor Center Design
Charred Wooden Shingles and Anodized Aluminum Embrace in a Sustainable Visitor Center Design
Ioannis Diaskoufis
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and black anodized aluminum, the design masterfully melds local geological inspiration with sustainable practices to create a visitor center that invites exploration and connection within its stunning natural context.
iceland volcanic visitor center scenic overlook sustainability paths monoliths geology timber minimalism
Rammed Earth Structures and Corten Steel Facades Embrace the Sabkha Landscape in an Educational Oasis
Rammed Earth Structures and Corten Steel Facades Embrace the Sabkha Landscape in an Educational Oasis
Andrew Batt
Embracing the region's sabkha landscape, the architectural design showcases textured rammed earth and weathered Corten steel, creating a harmonious connection to the environment while facilitating an engaging educational center for visitors.
uae wetland educational sustainability community gathering environment ecology interaction public
Active Concrete and Vertical Gardens Define a Cultural Hub in the Heart of Tainan
Active Concrete and Vertical Gardens Define a Cultural Hub in the Heart of Tainan
gloria quattrone
With active concrete that purifies air and a lush vertical garden that enhances urban biodiversity, the facility serves as a vibrant cultural hub dedicated to fostering creativity and community engagement in Tainan.
taiwan cultural community sustainability green exhibition co-working innovation public living wall
Charred Wooden Shingles and Recycled Concrete Create a Sustainable Family Home
Charred Wooden Shingles and Recycled Concrete Create a Sustainable Family Home
Nicolás Caldera gutiérrez, Miguel Benedito cadórniga
Recycled concrete walls and charred wooden shingles blend seamlessly in a thoughtfully designed family home that embraces sustainability and enhances the connection to nature.
sustainability residential green outdoor eco-friendly ventilation timber recycled natural water management
Eco-lodging Retreat Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and ETFE for Sustainable Desert Living
Eco-lodging Retreat Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and ETFE for Sustainable Desert Living
Khushboo Gupta
Nestled in the arid beauty of the Arabian Peninsula, this eco-lodging retreat utilizes cross-laminated timber and ETFE to create an adaptable, community-focused haven that gracefully mimics the surrounding sand dunes and honors local cultural heritage.
eco-lodges sustainable tourism arabian peninsula desert environment hospitality cultural heritage dune-inspired eco-friendly community spaces natural materials
Rotatable Observation Deck Composed of Regional Timber and Eco-Friendly Materials in a Wetland Environment
Rotatable Observation Deck Composed of Regional Timber and Eco-Friendly Materials in a Wetland Environment
Amin Habibi, Mohammadhossein Zare, Pegah Esmaeelinezhad, Alireza Aghel
A rotatable observation deck crafted from local timber and designed to harmonize with its wetland surroundings offers visitors a unique vantage point to engage with the vibrant flamingo habitat while promoting an understanding of ecological preservation.
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The Architect’s Stair

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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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Design a concrete pavilion
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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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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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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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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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
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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