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Invitation-only
architecture competitions

Even though Buildner's standard competition format is open to all architects and designers, sometimes invitation-only competitions are the best format.

Among the various competition formats, invitation-only competitions stand out for their exclusivity and prestige. These competitions are meticulously designed to be private, ensuring that only a select group of elite participants are invited.

This format is particularly appealing to clients seeking exceptional quality and innovative architectural solutions and intends to attract world-class superstar architect companies.

Selective participation

Invitation-only competitions are closed to the public, which means that only a few, carefully chosen participants are invited. These participants are typically high-profile architects and designers, selected based on their outstanding track records and potential to deliver exceptional solutions. This exclusivity ensures that the competition attracts the best minds in the field, resulting in top-tier submissions.

High stakes and large prize funds

One of the hallmarks of invitation-only competitions is the significantly larger prize funds they offer. This not only motivates participants to put forth their best efforts but also reflects the high stakes involved. The substantial rewards attract highly skilled and innovative participants, ensuring that the quality of submissions is exceptionally high.

Confidentiality and control

In invitation-only competitions, confidentiality is paramount. The projects remain under wraps, maintaining a level of secrecy that is often required for sensitive or groundbreaking projects. This control over information flow ensures that the participants can work without public scrutiny, allowing for more creative freedom and innovation. The final reveal of the project can then be strategically managed to maximize impact.

Prestige and honor

Being invited to participate in an invitation-only competition is a significant honor. It adds prestige to both the organizers and the participants, enhancing their reputation within the architectural community. This prestige is a powerful motivator, driving participants to produce their most innovative and high-quality work.

Why?

Why clients choose
invitation-only
architecture competitions

Invitation-only competitions represent the pinnacle of architectural competitions, combining exclusivity, prestige, and high-quality submissions.

Quality over quantity

Clients who prioritize the quality of work over the number of submissions prefer invitation-only competitions. The selective nature ensures that only the best and most innovative solutions are considered.

Focused attention

With fewer participants, each submission receives more focused and detailed attention from the jury, ensuring that the best ideas are thoroughly evaluated and recognized.

Enhanced innovation

The competitive atmosphere among elite participants often results in groundbreaking and innovative solutions. The high stakes and prestige associated with these competitions drive participants to push the boundaries of creativity and excellence.

Strategic confidentiality

The ability to control the release of information ensures that projects are developed in a confidential environment, which is crucial for sensitive or high-profile projects.

Buildner invitation-only architecture competitions

At Buildner, we manage every aspect of the competition, ensuring a seamless and rewarding experience for our partners. From crafting the competition brief to managing submissions and facilitating the selection process, we handle it all.

Buildner has achieved remarkable success in assisting organizations worldwide in procuring innovative architectural solutions for their projects. Through our architecture competitions, we shine a global spotlight on your projects, drawing architectural ingenuity from across the world. Allow us to elevate your projects to a globally recognized level of excellence.

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Invitation-only competition:
350,000 € Prize, Manila Bay Central Park Challenge

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Buildner, in partnership with SM Prime Holdings, Inc., launched an invitation-only competition in Manila: The Manila Bay Central Park Challenge.

This prestigious competition aimed to design a landmark park for Manila’s future Central Business District, with a prize fund of 350,000 euros. The client ambitiously set a goal to create a space that rivals the iconic Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The competition sought to develop a sustainable and iconic public space that would serve as a visual and cultural beacon for the city.

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