Architecture Competition Painters' Lake House Honorable mention winners - Daeho Lee, Beomki Lee and Jaeyual Lee

We’d like to take the opportunity to introduce you to one of our Honorable mention winners for our "Painters' Lake House" competition –  Daeho Lee, Beomki Lee and Jaeyual Lee from United States!

Honorable mention from United States

LMTLS is a New York based architectural design group whose three co-founders, Daeho Lee, Beomki Lee, and Jaeyual Lee. LMTLS stands for Limitless and seeks to find solutions through creative design thinking that surpasses the potential limitations and constraints of each project with the goal of establishing design manifestation. LMTLS is an architectural firm that engages in a comprehensive design process, which involves in-depth research into the historical and contextual elements of each project site.

LMTLS refers to a design studio that is dedicated to exploring the interplay between the past, present, and future. This studio does not just focus on breadth of scope, but also the limitless nature of time. Instead of following trends, focusing solely on futuristic technology, or replicating traditional architecture, we strive to create a unique and innovative architectural language that brings together elements from all three time periods. This is achieved through a continuous exploration process that reinterprets these values and develops mutually beneficial relationships between them.

Brief information about the projects that you/your company have been involved with. For instance, what scale have you focused on/preferred, any significant projects where the company/individuals have been involved?

We consistently embrace diverse design challenges, encompassing everything from petite pavilions to retail, residential, cultural programs, and masterplan, never shying away from scaling up and down.

What does architecture mean to you and what is the role of an architect in your society?

The role of an architect is not limited to designing and constructing buildings. It involves a comprehensive approach to shaping human experience through the integration of form and function. Architects must constantly assess a diverse array of needs and challenges, each of which is unique to the individual, in order to achieve architectural excellence. They act as philosophers, carefully balancing various elements to create a unified vision. At LMTLS, we recognize that architecture is a representation of the collective intelligence and societal perspectives of each era. By combining the hidden narratives and possibilities of the past and present, we aim to create spaces that not only look good, but also embody the spirit of the times and connect a region's history, present, and future. In short, we believe that architecture should possess not just aesthetic appeal but also social values.

Why do you participate in architecture competitions?

The competition presents us with a rare opportunity to broaden our design philosophy through the investigation of innovative architectural ideas and the resolution of new and diverse design challenges. At LMTLS, we view this competition as a platform for experimentation and a means to continually refine and evolve our design philosophy and approach.

What advice would you give to individuals who struggle to decide whether it would be beneficial for them to participate in architecture competitions?

Confronting challenges should not be met with reluctance. The journey of overcoming obstacles often provides richer experiences and newfound insights than the ultimate outcome. By fully immersing ourselves in the challenge, we reap the rewards of personal development and satisfaction.

Open architecture competitions

  • Closest Deadline first
  • Project competitions first
    Selected winning projects have the potential to be constructed
  • Ideas competitions first
    Experimental competitions with the focus on pushing the boundaries of creativity
project COMPETITION
Sansusī Forest Food Court

Design a sustainable food court structure for the heart of a classical music festival

Prize: MONETARY AWARD + CONSTRUCTION
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Jan 10
Feb 08
Apr 06
ideas COMPETITION
The Home of Shadows

Design a home with no artificial lighting

Prize: MONETARY AWARD
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Dec 05
Jan 24
Apr 18
project COMPETITION
Portugal Elderly Home

Design a comfortable and accessible home for the elderly in Portugal

Prize: MONETARY AWARD + CONSTRUCTION
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Dec 06
Jan 25
Apr 19
project COMPETITION
Portugal Olive Guest House

Design a guest house and olive oil tasting room located in Portugal

Prize: MONETARY AWARD + CONSTRUCTION
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Dec 08
Jan 27
Apr 21
project COMPETITION
Yoga House in the Bog

Design a yoga guest house located within rich bog wildlife

Prize: MONETARY AWARD + CONSTRUCTION
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Jan 11
Feb 08
Apr 26

Reccuring architecture competitions

ideas COMPETITION
MICROHOME
Small living, huge impact! Edition #6

Design a new concept of small-scale home

Prize: MONETARY AWARD + PUBLICATION IN MAGAZINE
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Feb 16
Apr 18
Jun 16
ideas COMPETITION
Silent contest
For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Museum of Emotions
Edition #3

Use architecture to create different emotional states

Prize: MONETARY AWARD
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Mar 17
May 19
Jul 21
ideas COMPETITION
Silent contest
For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Architectural Visualization Award
Edition #2

Present your best work and submit your favorite architectural visualization

Prize: MONETARY AWARD
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Mar 23
May 25
Jul 27
Run repeatedly
Children's Hospice
Home for the Terminally ill / Edition #2

Design a safe and supportive space for children struggling with a terminal illness

Prize: MONETARY AWARD
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Dec 06
Feb 08
Apr 06
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Milan Affordable Housing Challenge
Affordable Housing Series #15

Design a concept for affordable housing in Milan

Prize: MONETARY AWARD
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Dec 07
Jan 26
Apr 20
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Virtual Home
Edition #2

Shape the future of digital living environments

Prize: MONETARY AWARD
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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May 02
Jul 04
Sep 06
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Office
Office Design Challenge / Edition #2

Reimagine the workplace of the future, and design the new way of working

Prize: MONETARY AWARD
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Jan 03
Mar 01
May 04
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Portable Reading Rooms
Edition #2

Design a portable reading room that encourages reading in any location

Prize: MONETARY AWARD + SCOLARSHIP
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Feb 13
Mar 23
May 15
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Pavilion Of Humanity: First Contact
Edition #2

How would you represent the best that humanity has to offer through architecture?

Prize: MONETARY AWARD
Eligibility: OPEN TO ALL

registration deadlines

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Mar 27
May 25
Jul 24
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Creativity gym Short term competitions for you to exercise your creativity

T-SHIRT DRAWING COMPETITION
The Architect's T-shirt
Edition #18

Design THE architect's t-shirt!

Prize: 3,000 €
Eligibility: open to all

registration deadlines

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Feb 28
Mar 31
Apr 30
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ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO COMPETITION
THE BUILDNER'S ARCHITECTURE PORTFOLIO COMPETITION
Edition #3

Submit your online portfolio!

Prize: 5,000 €
Eligibility: open to all

registration deadlines

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Apr 30
May 31
Jun 30
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Competition results

Hong Kong 
Pixel Homes

Hong Kong Pixel Homes

Affordable Housing Series #2
MICROHOME

MICROHOME

Small living, huge impact! Edition #4

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