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Thermal Glass Facades and Passive Design in Coastal Living Spaces

Thermal Glass Facades and Passive Design in Coastal Living Spaces

Darejan Shatashvili, Nino Mujiri, Giorgi Lezhava, Konstantine Ghvinjilia, Meri Skhirtladze

Utilizing thermal glass facades and reinforced concrete, the design harmoniously integrates with its coastal environment, creating a functional residence that emphasizes sustainability and outdoor living.

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Biocomposite Algae Windows and Green Roofs Enhance Community Living in a Desert Climate

Biocomposite Algae Windows and Green Roofs Enhance Community Living in a Desert Climate

Dimitrije TodoroviĆ

Biocomposite algae windows and green roofs integrate sustainable living into a neighborhood design that promotes community interaction while addressing the challenges of desert climates.

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Fog Harps and Hydroponics Shaping Sustainable Living in a Compact Desert Microhome

Fog Harps and Hydroponics Shaping Sustainable Living in a Compact Desert Microhome

Hany Maher Khalil Ibrahim, Rana Hany Maher Khalil

Constructed with palmifil bricks and designed with integrated fog harps, this microhome optimizes water conservation and energy efficiency while providing a flexible living space adapted for desert conditions.

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Charred Timber Screens and Communal Landscapes in Compact Urban Living

Charred Timber Screens and Communal Landscapes in Compact Urban Living

William Hickman

Constructed with charred timber screens and designed around a shared courtyard, the project reinterprets the traditional workers' cottage concept to foster community living in an urban context.

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Limestone and Clay Farmhouse Reimagined for Wine Tasting Experience

Limestone and Clay Farmhouse Reimagined for Wine Tasting Experience

Haowen Li

A landscape viewing platform extends from a limestone and clay farmhouse, merging historical character with modern functionality to create an engaging space for wine tasting.

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Exploring Light Through Fiber Concrete in a Dual-Function Residence

Xin Zhao, Zhe Chen, QINGYU LIU, Zemao Liu

Fiber concrete walls create an engaging interplay of light and shadow in a dual-function residence designed for a photographer and a horticulturist.

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Rammed Earth and Green Concrete Create Sustainable Community Living Solutions

Rammed Earth and Green Concrete Create Sustainable Community Living Solutions

Ali Andaji Garmaroodi, Ghazaleh Alisirat, Mohaddese Mojir, Mahdis Haghshenas

Employing rammed earth and green concrete, this design integrates flexible living units within a communal framework, facilitating sustainable residential living in an urban context.

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Charred Wood Shingles and Glass Facades Elevate Coastal Living Experience

Charred Wood Shingles and Glass Facades Elevate Coastal Living Experience

Katarina VukanoviĆ

Constructed using charred wood shingles and expansive glass facades, this coastal residence harmonizes with its environment while providing a spacious living experience that emphasizes outdoor connectivity.

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Charred Wooden Shingles Elevate Sustainability in Elevated Subtropical Housing

Charred Wooden Shingles Elevate Sustainability in Elevated Subtropical Housing

Zachary Ellis Whiteman

Elevated on stilts, this residence employs charred wooden shingles and expansive glass panels to harmonize with its subtropical environment while maximizing energy efficiency and fostering a community-oriented living space.

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Bioclimatic Pergola and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Valley Meditation Cabin

Bioclimatic Pergola and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Valley Meditation Cabin

Eugenia Teixeira

A meditation cabin constructed with cross-laminated timber and a Bioclimatic Pergola, situated on a southern slope in Waikato, offers a tranquil space for contemplation while harmonizing with its natural surroundings.

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Water Features and Wooden Panels Crafted Within a Community Wine Space

Water Features and Wooden Panels Crafted Within a Community Wine Space

Areum Kim, yeowon Yoon

Integrating water features with wooden panels, the design creates a cohesive space that enhances community interaction while serving as a venue for wine tasting and cultural experiences.

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A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

Kenan Vatrenjak

With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.

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A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

Abel Laki, Julia Gunther, Eszter Reti

Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.

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A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

Neel Patel

Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.

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A Sustainable Retreat with a Central Tree and Gabled Roof Structure

A Sustainable Retreat with a Central Tree and Gabled Roof Structure

Javier Anzueto Busto, María Arriola Flesch

A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.

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A Visitor Facility with a Vertical Observation Tower

A Visitor Facility with a Vertical Observation Tower

Max Fabris

The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.

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Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

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A Circular Reflection Memorial with Preserved Trees

A Circular Reflection Memorial with Preserved Trees

Jordan Felber

The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.

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A Double-Skin Cubic Structure Featuring Translucent Polycarbonate and Local Timber

A Double-Skin Cubic Structure Featuring Translucent Polycarbonate and Local Timber

Jiansong Yuan, Xiaotong Ni

Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.

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An Adaptive Mixed-Use Complex with Integrated Greenhouse Facades

An Adaptive Mixed-Use Complex with Integrated Greenhouse Facades

Maria Turcu, Mihai Mitrică, Alina Măldărescu, Alina Lixeanu

Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.

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Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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Pavilion Atlas 2026

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Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Design a slow-living restaurant in Portugal

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Advance registration deadline 23 September 2026

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New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Design a New Riverfront Market in Rochester, New York

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Prize Monetary award

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Advance registration deadline 7 October 2026

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Valli Wine Tasting Room

Design a wine tasting room in Italy

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Advance registration deadline 8 October 2026

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The Quiet Tower

Design an observation tower in Latvia

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Advance registration deadline 15 October 2026

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Vancouver Tall Challenge

Design the future of Vancouver’s skyline

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Final registration deadline 29 October 2026

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The Oak Moon Pavilion

Design a yoga pavilion in Italy

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Advance registration deadline 5 November 2026

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Underbridge #2

Design housing in underutilized bridge spaces

Affordable Housing Edition #20 ideas COMPETITION

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Final registration deadline 17 September 2026

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Celebrating your unbuilt architecture visions with a €100,000 prize

100,000€ Prize / 2026 ideas COMPETITION

Prize 100,000 €

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Final registration deadline 23 September 2026

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The Architect's Chair

Take a seat and make a statement!

Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION

Prize Monetary award + Exhibition at Stockholm Furniture Fair

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Advance registration deadline 24 September 2026

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MICROHOME 2026

Design a new concept of small-scale home and share a prize fund of 100,000€

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #11 ideas COMPETITION

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Final registration deadline 30 September 2026

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Kinderspace

Design a kindergarten of tomorrow

Architecture for Children’s Development #4 ideas COMPETITION

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Final registration deadline 28 October 2026

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Museum of Emotions

Use architecture to create different emotional states

Edition #9 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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Advance registration deadline 12 November 2026

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Search results for: “Subtropical climate”

11 projects found:

Thermal Glass Facades and Passive Design in Coastal Living Spaces

Biocomposite Algae Windows and Green Roofs Enhance Community Living in a Desert Climate

Fog Harps and Hydroponics Shaping Sustainable Living in a Compact Desert Microhome

Charred Timber Screens and Communal Landscapes in Compact Urban Living

Limestone and Clay Farmhouse Reimagined for Wine Tasting Experience

Exploring Light Through Fiber Concrete in a Dual-Function Residence

Rammed Earth and Green Concrete Create Sustainable Community Living Solutions

Charred Wood Shingles and Glass Facades Elevate Coastal Living Experience

Charred Wooden Shingles Elevate Sustainability in Elevated Subtropical Housing

Bioclimatic Pergola and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Valley Meditation Cabin

Water Features and Wooden Panels Crafted Within a Community Wine Space

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A Sustainable Retreat with a Central Tree and Gabled Roof Structure

A Visitor Facility with a Vertical Observation Tower

Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

A Circular Reflection Memorial with Preserved Trees

A Double-Skin Cubic Structure Featuring Translucent Polycarbonate and Local Timber

An Adaptive Mixed-Use Complex with Integrated Greenhouse Facades

Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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Pavilion Atlas 2026

The Architect's Chair

MICROHOME 2026

New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Vancouver Tall Challenge

Underbridge #2

Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Valli Wine Tasting Room

The Quiet Tower

Kinderspace

The Oak Moon Pavilion

Museum of Emotions

Open architecture competitions

Pavilion Atlas 2026

Portugal Long Table Restaurant

New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Valli Wine Tasting Room

The Quiet Tower

Vancouver Tall Challenge

The Oak Moon Pavilion

Recurring architecture competitions

Underbridge #2

The Architect's Chair

MICROHOME 2026

Kinderspace

Museum of Emotions

Invitations-only architecture competitions

Manila Bay Central Park Challenge

BuildnerArchitect’s Sugar

Designing in Extreme Environments - Lessons from Antarctica

Architecture as a Political and Social Act

Architecture on Water

Rethinking Architecture in a Changing World

Shaping the Future: Transparency, Technology, and Jahn’s Vision Ahead

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