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Elevated Micro Living with Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Metal Framework

Elevated Micro Living with Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Metal Framework

Un Kei Wu

Charred wooden shingles envelop modular metal constructs in a compact design that redefines micro-living in Yosemite, seamlessly merging functionality with sustainable materiality.

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Cypress Wood Structure Embracing Light Through Spiraled Void Spaces

Gencer Islekter

A spiraled void in a cypress wood structure enhances natural light and connection to the landscape, creating a tranquil residential space that fosters reflection and interaction.

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Self-Cleaning Concrete and Pneumatic Structures Enhancing Urban Wellness in Sustainable Living

Self-Cleaning Concrete and Pneumatic Structures Enhancing Urban Wellness in Sustainable Living

Anton Kogan, Julia Nakanishi

Utilizing self-cleaning concrete and adaptable pneumatic structures, the design fosters a healthier urban environment while serving as a supportive residence for communities affected by poor air quality.

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Cantilevered Glass Form Featuring Reinforced Concrete and Adaptive Exhibition Spaces

Cantilevered Glass Form Featuring Reinforced Concrete and Adaptive Exhibition Spaces

Tomasz Twaróg

A cantilevered upper structure of glass and aluminum hovers above preserved brick elements, creating adaptable exhibition spaces that celebrate the evolution of the internet within the historic context of North Woolwich.

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Black Lava Sand Structure with Plant Epidermis in a Thermal Waters Retreat

Black Lava Sand Structure with Plant Epidermis in a Thermal Waters Retreat

Alexandra Paltineanu, Nicolas Tzimakas

Constructed with black lava sand and enveloped by a living plant epidermis, the retreat harmonizes with its thermal waters while offering spaces for communal engagement and personal reflection.

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Mirrored Façade and Tectonic Elements in a Cultural Tower

Mirrored Façade and Tectonic Elements in a Cultural Tower

Giacomo Chiarani, Elena Vitanza

The mirrored façade reflects the surrounding landscape while a tectonic-inspired crack serves as the entrance, guiding visitors through a cultural tower that celebrates Iceland's geological heritage and community engagement.

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Birch Plywood Pods Embracing Celestial Views in a Sustainable Retreat

Birch Plywood Pods Embracing Celestial Views in a Sustainable Retreat

Carrie-anne Richardson, Steven Sotiriou, Miguel Pinto

Cantilevered birch plywood pods provide unobstructed views of the cosmos, creating a unique environment for meditation and reflection within a sustainable retreat setting.

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Mosaic Gravestones Amidst Seasonal Blooms in a Community Columbarium

Mosaic Gravestones Amidst Seasonal Blooms in a Community Columbarium

Yu Song, Shuangyun Chen

Concrete mosaic gravestones blend seamlessly with thriving flower beds in a community columbarium that invites active remembrance and nurturing of life.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Angular Roofs Define a Community Space for Reflection and Gathering

Artjoms Avramenko

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and an angular roof design, the community space serves as a serene environment for reflection and gathering amid a thoughtful integration with its natural surroundings.

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Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Sustainable Living Redefined in a Multifunctional Urban Dwelling

Romain Jacques K Russe, Pablo Rafael Herraiz Garcia De Guadiana, Roshni Chirag Shah

Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and integrating a greenhouse wall, this urban dwelling provides a self-sufficient living environment designed for community engagement and multifunctional use.

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Suspended Metal Fins and Transparent Facades Define a Biophilic Urban Space

Suspended Metal Fins and Transparent Facades Define a Biophilic Urban Space

Robert Crawshaw, Katelynn Tate

Suspended fins of metal and expansive glass facades create an interconnected environment that emphasizes natural light and community interaction within a versatile gathering space.

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Charred Wooden Cladding and Steel Framework Defining an Elevated Observation Experience

Charred Wooden Cladding and Steel Framework Defining an Elevated Observation Experience

Evan Webber, Erich zakary Jacobi

Emphasizing charred wooden cladding and a robust steel framework, the design offers an elevated observation platform that fosters a deep connection with the surrounding volcanic landscape while enhancing the visitor experience.

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Magnetic Levitation and Truss-Frame Living in a Mobile Sphere

Alessandro Belgiorno-nettis

Equipped with magnetic levitation technology and a truss-frame structure, the mobile sphere redefines residential living by seamlessly transitioning between compact and spacious configurations.

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Hempcrete Residences with Cross-Laminated Timber Workshop Spaces

Hempcrete Residences with Cross-Laminated Timber Workshop Spaces

Antonio giovanni Minutella, Luigi Pintacuda

Cross-laminated timber and hempcrete thoughtfully combine to create a space that nurtures artistic collaboration and community engagement while preserving the historical essence of its surroundings.

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Underground Reflection Space Blending Reinforced Concrete and Glass in a Contemporary Memorial Setting

Underground Reflection Space Blending Reinforced Concrete and Glass in a Contemporary Memorial Setting

Xianwen Ma

Incorporating an underground reflection space designed with reinforced concrete and expansive glass elements, the memorial setting fosters contemplation and connection with nature while honoring those who have passed.

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Biomimetic Design with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles in an Alpine Refugium

Hyeon-bhin Jang, Gahyeon Kim, Zhipeng Shang

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates a symbiotic relationship with the alpine landscape, offering a reflective space for personal introspection and community engagement.

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A Clay-Built Communal Space for Creativity and Storytelling

Victor(seulmir) Yu, Geonhee Park, Eric Lee, Derek Jeong

Incorporating clay as a central element, the design fosters communal creativity and storytelling, providing a space where individual narratives converge within an interactive environment.

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Urban Housing Solutions with Robotic Parking Integration with Precast Concrete and Green Roofs

Urban Housing Solutions with Robotic Parking Integration with Precast Concrete and Green Roofs

Yu-li Liao

Incorporating advanced robotic parking technology and sustainable green roofs, this urban housing solution maximizes space efficiency while addressing the growing demand for adaptable living environments.

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Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles

Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles

Bujar Hasani

Eldin Babic

Constructed with hempcrete and rammed earth, the residence combines traditional Middle Eastern design strategies with contemporary sustainable technologies to create an efficient family dwelling in Dubai's desert environment.

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A Nature-Based Learning Space Integrating a Frame-Wall Structure for Ecosystem Engagement

A Nature-Based Learning Space Integrating a Frame-Wall Structure for Ecosystem Engagement

Polpipat Naksawat, Teerakan Wattanayon, Ratasakon Chantaluxsul

Utilizing a frame-wall structure and a steel plate system, the design integrates natural elements to facilitate interactive learning within the diverse ecosystems of the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve.

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Modular Plywood Cabins Formed Around Lightwell and Stone Foundations

Modular Plywood Cabins Formed Around Lightwell and Stone Foundations

Victor Paixão, Paula Sertório, Raphael Nogueira

Constructed with plywood panels and strategically designed lightwells, these cabins utilize stone foundations to create versatile spaces for wellness and meditation.

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Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

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An Experiential Observation Structure Celebrating Urban Views

An Experiential Observation Structure Celebrating Urban Views

Ekaterina Shomesova, Pavel Nasonov

An enclosed observation area with all-round visibility allows visitors to engage deeply with the surrounding landscape while a series of designed balconies promotes social interaction and solitude, functioning as an urban lookout point.

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A Sustainable Woodland Cabin for Mindful Retreats

A Sustainable Woodland Cabin for Mindful Retreats

Francesco Michelis, Mattia Michelis, Anita Sampogna

The proposal explores retreat spaces designed for quiet reflection and meditation. The study focuses on creating a calm environment that fosters a connection to nature while supporting both individual and group activities.

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A Forest Retreat of Elevated Cabins for Nature Meditation

A Forest Retreat of Elevated Cabins for Nature Meditation

Alexandru Zingaliuc, Sandu Ursu, Mihai Cebotari

Located within a forested area near Gozjā “Little Lake” in Latvia, the proposal examines how small-scale architecture can support retreat and observation in a natural setting. The study considers the relationship between built forms, landscape, and light, focusing on spaces for rest, reflection, and communal gathering.

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Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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

Open architecture competitions

Pavilion Atlas 2026

Design a story of your country

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Prize Monetary award

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Final registration deadline 16 September 2026

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Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Design a slow-living restaurant in Portugal

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Prize Monetary award

Eligibility Open to all

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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Prize Monetary award

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Advance registration deadline 15 October 2026

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Vancouver Tall Challenge

Design the future of Vancouver’s skyline

Building higher downtown ideas COMPETITION

Prize Monetary award

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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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Prize Monetary award

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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

Prize Monetary award

Eligibility Open to all

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

Prize 100,000 €

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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

Prize Monetary award

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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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16 projects found:

Elevated Micro Living with Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Metal Framework

Cypress Wood Structure Embracing Light Through Spiraled Void Spaces

Self-Cleaning Concrete and Pneumatic Structures Enhancing Urban Wellness in Sustainable Living

Cantilevered Glass Form Featuring Reinforced Concrete and Adaptive Exhibition Spaces

Black Lava Sand Structure with Plant Epidermis in a Thermal Waters Retreat

Mirrored Façade and Tectonic Elements in a Cultural Tower

Birch Plywood Pods Embracing Celestial Views in a Sustainable Retreat

Mosaic Gravestones Amidst Seasonal Blooms in a Community Columbarium

Charred Wooden Shingles and Angular Roofs Define a Community Space for Reflection and Gathering

Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Sustainable Living Redefined in a Multifunctional Urban Dwelling

Suspended Metal Fins and Transparent Facades Define a Biophilic Urban Space

Charred Wooden Cladding and Steel Framework Defining an Elevated Observation Experience

Magnetic Levitation and Truss-Frame Living in a Mobile Sphere

Hempcrete Residences with Cross-Laminated Timber Workshop Spaces

Underground Reflection Space Blending Reinforced Concrete and Glass in a Contemporary Memorial Setting

Biomimetic Design with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles in an Alpine Refugium

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A Clay-Built Communal Space for Creativity and Storytelling

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A Nature-Based Learning Space Integrating a Frame-Wall Structure for Ecosystem Engagement

Modular Plywood Cabins Formed Around Lightwell and Stone Foundations

Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

An Experiential Observation Structure Celebrating Urban Views

A Sustainable Woodland Cabin for Mindful Retreats

A Forest Retreat of Elevated Cabins for Nature Meditation

Celebrating Visionary Design: The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2026

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Designing in Extreme Environments - Lessons from Antarctica

Rethinking Architecture in a Changing World

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

Featured architecture competitions

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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