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Lamelas and Local Timber Create a Unique Observation Experience Amid Indigenous Heritage

Lamelas and Local Timber Create a Unique Observation Experience Amid Indigenous Heritage

Constructed with locally sourced wood and layered lamelas that echo indigenous motifs, the tower offers an immersive observation experience that integrates cultural heritage with ecological awareness.

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Waterproof Kiosk with Recyclable Wood for Seasonal Coffee Service

Waterproof Kiosk with Recyclable Wood for Seasonal Coffee Service

Matteo Marzi

Constructed with recyclable wood and equipped with waterproof curtains, the coffee kiosk adapts to seasonal needs while providing a welcoming space for community engagement and coffee service.

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Bamboo Canopy and Cork Pinboard in a Dynamic Reading Space

Bamboo Canopy and Cork Pinboard in a Dynamic Reading Space

Tahirah Wellington, Rebecca Redding, Joseane Porfirio de souza, Serena Previti

Bamboo canes and a cork totem pole define a reading environment that encourages exploration and community engagement through dynamic pathways and interactive sharing.

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Suspended Concrete Pods with Photovoltaic Panels on a Cliffside

Suspended Concrete Pods with Photovoltaic Panels on a Cliffside

Michael Barnard

Suspended on a cliff, the unique concrete pods integrate photovoltaic panels, offering sustainable living solutions that capture breathtaking views.

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3d-Printed Totems Constructed from Recycled Plastic in a Modular Community Framework

3d-Printed Totems Constructed from Recycled Plastic in a Modular Community Framework

Ailen Martinez, Pablo Manuel Gradin

Constructed using 3D-printed totems made from recycled plastic, this modular housing project redefines community living by seamlessly integrating adaptable social spaces with private retreats.

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Reflective Glass Cabin with Underground Thermal Efficiency

Reflective Glass Cabin with Underground Thermal Efficiency

Sergio Homsy, Gabriel Andrea, Karim jo Samaha

A reflective glass structure, partially submerged to optimize thermal stability and minimize visual disruption, serves as a sustainable retreat harmonizing with its forest environment.

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Birch Plywood Tipi Featuring a Central Totem Pole Within Toronto's Green Spaces

Josh Woods

A totem pole crowns a birch plywood tipi, harmonizing cultural significance with modern design in Toronto's green spaces as a sustainable living space.

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Fired Spruce Cabins Embracing Latvian Symbolism and Community Spirit

Fired Spruce Cabins Embracing Latvian Symbolism and Community Spirit

Julia Broszkiewicz, Hanna Półtorak

Fired spruce cabins embodying the symbolism of Austra's Tree create a tranquil retreat that encourages community engagement and connection to the natural landscape.

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A Multi-Use High-Rise with Charred Timber Shingles and Vertical Gardens

A Multi-Use High-Rise with Charred Timber Shingles and Vertical Gardens

Shiyen Wu, Jun-han Huang, Pei-shan Chen, Chun-teng Lin

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and enhanced by biophilic green walls, the design integrates residential and commercial spaces to promote community interaction within an urban setting.

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An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

Menno Joop Johan Smit

Constructed with modular cross-laminated timber panels and green roof systems, the design establishes a contemporary urban hub that supports intergenerational living and promotes social cohesion.

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The Repurposed Oil Rigs Supporting Aquatic Communities with Urban Farming

The Repurposed Oil Rigs Supporting Aquatic Communities with Urban Farming

Mark Van Wasbeek Jules Stefelmanns

Repurposed oil rigs form the foundation for a resilient water-based community, integrating fish farms and urban agriculture to create a sustainable habitat for future residents.

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Wellness Space Elevated in a Forest Canopy

Wellness Space Elevated in a Forest Canopy

Valeria Baeza, Mario Arancibia, Felipe Gonzalez, Tomas Zelada

The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.

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Pilgrimage Yoga House: a Low-Impact Retreat Near the Baltic Sea

Pilgrimage Yoga House: a Low-Impact Retreat Near the Baltic Sea

Daniel Bramah

Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.

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Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

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Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Shuang Chen, Yushan Jiang, Hengyuan Yang

Utilizing bamboo and recycled steel, the design incorporates vertical gardens to enhance urban living environments while fostering community engagement through adaptable micro-housing units.

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Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

Jason Li, Dennis Byun, Chris Choi, John Woo

The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.

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A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

Nana Zaalishvili

This study examines a multi-volume building designed to connect users with the forest landscape while accommodating communal and educational functions. Architectural strategies in these contexts can balance visual distinction with environmental sensitivity, providing spaces for learning and observation.

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Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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Design a story of your country

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Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Design a slow-living restaurant in Portugal

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Prize Monetary award

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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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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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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.

Prize Monetary award

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Advance registration deadline 12 November 2026

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Search results for: “Totem”

8 projects found:

Lamelas and Local Timber Create a Unique Observation Experience Amid Indigenous Heritage

Waterproof Kiosk with Recyclable Wood for Seasonal Coffee Service

Bamboo Canopy and Cork Pinboard in a Dynamic Reading Space

Suspended Concrete Pods with Photovoltaic Panels on a Cliffside

3d-Printed Totems Constructed from Recycled Plastic in a Modular Community Framework

Reflective Glass Cabin with Underground Thermal Efficiency

Birch Plywood Tipi Featuring a Central Totem Pole Within Toronto's Green Spaces

Fired Spruce Cabins Embracing Latvian Symbolism and Community Spirit

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A Multi-Use High-Rise with Charred Timber Shingles and Vertical Gardens

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Wellness Space Elevated in a Forest Canopy

Pilgrimage Yoga House: a Low-Impact Retreat Near the Baltic Sea

Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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Pavilion Atlas 2026

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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

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