Buildner is thrilled to announce the launch of the Troll’s Tongue Observation Platform competition, an international architecture ideas challenge set against the breathtaking backdrop of Trolltunga, one of Norway’s most iconic cliffs. This competition calls on architects, designers, and visionaries worldwide to create a viewing platform that enhances the visitor experience while respecting the natural beauty and environmental sensitivity of Trolltunga.
Trolltunga, or “The Troll’s Tongue,” is a stunning cliff formation located in Norway’s Hardanger region, projecting horizontally over Lake Ringedalsvatnet at an elevation of approximately 700 meters. This natural platform offers unmatched panoramic views of the surrounding fjords and mountains, drawing thousands of visitors annually.
Participants are tasked with designing a 3x6 meter platform, positioned on a flat area of the cliff, which will provide visitors with a safe and thrilling way to appreciate the dramatic views over Lake Ringedalsvatnet, 700 meters below. The recommended platform size allows flexibility for creative solutions that integrate seamlessly with the natural landscape, using sustainable materials and innovative design.
Rugged rock formations, alpine vegetation, and untouched wilderness mark the landscape around Trolltunga. The area experiences varied weather, with exposure to sunlight, mist, wind, and snow, underscoring the need for durable and sustainable design. The site’s remote and pristine nature provides an ideal setting for a viewing platform that respects and complements its extraordinary natural beauty.
Open to all, the Troll’s Tongue Observation Platform competition invites entrants to showcase their creativity in crafting a design that celebrates Norway’s rugged beauty while ensuring environmental harmony.
Norway’s diverse landscape offers breathtaking views that blend mountains, fjords, and coastlines with architectural marvels. Download full competition brief to learn about ten must-see viewpoints along the country’s Scenic Routes to inspire your design for the Trolltunga Observation Platform.
Download the full competition brief for more information!
Competition is open to all. No professional qualification is required. Design proposals can be developed individually or by teams (4 team members maximum). Correspondence with organizers must be conducted in English; All information submitted by participants must be in English.
The full competition brief can be downloaded as often as required; no additional information will be provided after registration.
(!) Full Competition Brief
3,000 €
1,500 €
1,000 €
Buildner will acknowledge the outstanding performance of all winners and honourable mentions with Certificates of Achievement.
Buildner's publicity campaign offers extensive exposure to the architectural community, ensuring that the results of the competition are seen by a vast audience:
The results are published on buildner.com, a leading website in the architecture industry, attracting over one million unique visitors annually. Additionally, the campaign extends to Buildner's social networks, which boast over 800,000 followers combined, and through newsletter campaigns reaching over 200,000 subscribers.
Winners will have the opportunity to submit a movie and an interview, boosting their recognizability and helping to build their name in the industry.
Buildner leverages an extensive network of media industry leaders to publish the competition results. This broadens the audience further, ensuring that participants' work is showcased across multiple platforms known for their influence and reach in the architecture and design sectors.
Publicity
As part of the collaboration between Buildner and ArchDaily, the competition winners will be showcased on ArchDaily, a leading architecture news platform.
This feature will greatly boost the winners' visibility to millions of architecture professionals and enthusiasts worldwide, increasing their chances for new opportunities, attracting new clients, and establishing their reputation in the industry.
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Jury members shall under no circumstances be contacted by competition participants or their representatives. Participants who attempt to contact jury members, shall be disqualified.
All jury members are involved in the evaluation based on their availability at that time. All communication regarding the competition should only be carried out with Buildner staff. For any questions please contact us on [email protected]
Senior Architect, Snøhetta
Norway
architectural designer and co-director of Studio Edwards
Australia
Associate and shareholder
Zutari
OFIS Architects
Slovenia
Cofounder, Icosis Architects
Scotland
Fala Atelier
Portugal
Mjölk
Czechia
In order to guarantee equal opportunities to all competition participants.
No new questions will be answered after this deadline.
In order to guarantee equal opportunities to all competition participants.
No new questions will be answered after this deadline.
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