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Recent Architectural Competitions
Recent Architectural Competitions Archive, chronological:
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Kharkiv Housing Challenge
12 September 2024: deadline
The Norman Foster Foundation along with the Kharkiv City Council, UNECE, Arup and the Kharkivproject Institute are launching an international competition to improve housing and residential neighbourhoods in the city.
As part of the new concept masterplan being developed for the city of Kharkiv, the Norman Foster Foundation along with the Kharkiv City Council, UNECE, Arup and the Kharkivproject Institute are launching an international competition to improve housing and residential neighbourhoods in the city.
Kharkiv Housing Challenge Architecture Competition
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OPEN CALL:
10 Blind Walls International Ideas Competition for Young Architects
An example of a dividing wall already transformed with openings in the facade and greenery:
photo : Marcela Grassi
Taking a step forward to improve the quality of public space through the World Capital of Architecture that the city will hold in 2026, Barcelona launched a new International Ideas Competition for Young Architects to transform 10 permanent blind walls, one in each district, and turn them into new facades. This call, organized by the Barcelona City Council and the Fundació Mies van der Rohe, made jointly with UNESCO and the International Union of Architects (UIA), is seeking architectural proposals that give meaning to walls that are currently anonymous and without any prominence, exposed in public space in a permanent provisional state.
Blind walls in the city of Barcelona
Barcelona City Council, through the Municipal Institute of Urban Landscape and Quality of Life (IMPU), has counted around 6,000 blind walls with a strong presence in the city’s public spaces. Ten permanent blind walls have been selected for the competition, one for each district, they are party walls of buildings that will not disappear since, according to current planning, they will not be covered by other buildings and at the same time confront public spaces, with the visual impact that this entails.
The proposals submitted will be evaluated according to the following objectives:
– Urban quality,
– Habitability,
– Sustainability,
– Biodiversity,
Competition and schedule:
–For architects with a degree in any country in the world and under 35 years of age.
–The period for submitting ideas is from June 10 to August 5, 2024.
–The jury will select a winning proposal and a second and third prize for each of the sites, the competition has a prize fund of 52.500 euros.
–The winners will be announced on September 25, 2024.
–The budget for the implementation of the 10 selected proposals will be approximately 4.5 million euros and will be covered by the Barcelona City Council.
Find more information at: www.barcelona.cat/capitalmundialarquitectura
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Pattern book design competition
9 August 2024: Standard Registrations deadline
Pattern book design competition that will speed up the delivery of new homes is officially launched:
The Minns Labor Government is today officially launching an international pattern book design competition allowing architects and architecture students from around the world to design the future face of Sydney and NSW while speeding up the delivery of new homes.
Housing remains the single biggest cost of living pressure people across NSW are facing with a recent NSW Productivity Commission report finding that Sydney is losing twice as many young people as it is gaining, putting us at risk of becoming a city with no grandchildren.
This once in a generation opportunity to confront the housing crisis will mean the winning designs used by developers will have access to an accelerated approval pathway.
The accelerated pathway will allow builders to have homes approved and built faster, providing homes to those who need them sooner.
The competition jury will be chaired by the NSW Government Architect Abbie Galvin and is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Architects.
The jury is looking for designs which are liveable, buildable, replicable, cost effective, sustainable and that meet the needs of the industry and local communities.
Highlighting the NSW Government’s commitment to this Pattern Book, final designs will initially be built by the government on five sites provided by Homes NSW, Landcom and Sydney Olympic Park.
This will allow people across New South Wales to see the physical homes contained in the patten book while providing winning architects with the opportunity to see their designs in built form.
To apply, registered architects and students must express their interest to take part and design a terrace house or mid-rise apartment building.
Short-listed candidates will then submit detailed designs with the winners to be announced later this year.
The competition opens on 2 July 2024 and the final Pattern Book will be launched in 2025.
This initiative builds on the Government’s plans to build better homes for NSW having already undertaken the single largest rezoning of land in NSW history, while also making the largest investment in the building of homes by a NSW Government since federation.
To learn more about the Pattern Book Design Competition or to submit an EOI visit www.planning.nsw.gov.au/pattern-book-design-competition
Premier Chris Minns said:
“This competition provides a once in a lifetime opportunity for Australia and the world’s best architects to play a central role in addressing the housing crisis our state is facing.
“Pattern books have been used in NSW by architects and builders since the 19th century, and we’re committed to using these new designs to deliver more homes faster for those who need them.
“These designs will offer ease of approvals for builders while delivering quality homes that shape our city’s future.”
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said:
“Our planning reforms to low and mid rise housing are fundamental to the Pattern Book competition and will provide diversity of housing for our diverse community.
“Anyone who uses one of the pre-approved designs will have access to a faster development assessment pathway which will save builders, developers and homeowners time and money.
“The NSW Government Architect is working closely with our valued partners the Australian Institute of Architects, Regional Architects Association, Housing NOW! and other industry stakeholders so that the patterns cater to accessibility and gaps in the market – such as intergenerational housing and family friendly housing.”
Government Architect NSW Abbie Galvin said:
“Design competitions provide us the privilege of hearing from the deep and diverse talent in the design industry. We look forward to seeing the creativity and skills of architects from around the world contribute innovative designs for the Pattern Book and have the opportunity for these designs to be built as demonstration projects.
“Good housing design goes beyond just the look of a building and its architectural style.
“Thoughtful design can add to a better quality of life and improve our streets and neighbourhoods.
“The development of low-and-mid-rise housing patterns will support our reforms to build up and not out, with more diverse housing close to transport, green space, amenities and jobs.
“The Pattern Book will be a useful resource for industry, architects, planners, councils and the community.”
Details of the competition:
• The EOI will run from 2 July 2024 to 9 August 2024
• All EOI entrants must nominate participation in either the professional or student category
• Entrants can select either one or both of the competition housing typologies: terrace houses (2-storey) and mid-rise apartments (3-6 Storeys)
• EOI entrants are free to submit an EOI for both typology categories but cannot be shortlisted in more than one category for Stage 2 (if successful).
• A jury will shortlist up to 15 professionals and 6 students (from EOI submissions) for participation in Stage 2 of the competition.
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Tree House 2024 Architecture Competition
31 July 2024: Standard Registrations deadline
2 August 2024: Submissions closing date
Volume Zero is a unique platform that exhibits numerous innovations by architects and designers from all over the globe. This architecture and interior design magazine represents the vanguard of future-forward design.
Under this initiative, we have come up with New-Age International Design Competitions. After successfully hosting 23 international competitions, we now look forward to hosting the 24th edition of our Architecture Competitions, Tree House 2024, to encourage the creative imagination of young designers and students from around the globe to explore their creative limits.
Tree House 2024 Architecture Competition challenges participants to go on a nostalgic trip down memory lane and picture a lighthearted home that prioritizes solitude and fosters inner tranquility. Imagine sustainability through the innovation of maximum usable space in a minimum footprint, suspended between the earth and sky, on spectacular treetops.
To encourage the creative imagination of young designers and students from around the globe to explore their creative limits.
Announcement of winners: 10th October 2024
Website: https://volumezerocompetitions.com/treehouse-2024
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JBC Masonry Innovation Competition
15 July 2024: registration deadline
15 July 2024: submission deadline
IMI’s JBC Masonry Innovation Competition wants your ideas for transformative masonry design. We’re challenging practicing and aspiring architects and engineers to advance the future of masonry design and construction.
$30,000 in prizes will be awarded across 3 entry categories!
Register today and submit by 15 July 2024 for a chance to win.
The Challenge:
We want to see your bold new concepts that show how masonry can better our built environment.
Are you working on an innovative project or research?
Have ideas about how design can make our communities more resilient, healthy, just, and equitable?
We’re interested in any concepts that add value, usefulness, appreciation, and relevance to masonry design and construction.
Imagined, proposed, and completed structures and systems are welcomed.
The Prizes:
$30,000 in prizes will be awarded across 3 entry categories:
– Young Architects and Engineers (Under 40)
– University Students
– Firms, Individual Architects and Engineers, and Cross-Category Teams
Winners will also receive special publicity and promotion. This includes being highlighted in IMI’s digital publications, presenting on IMI’s webinar series, and being honored during an awards ceremony with industry professionals.
Website: https://imiweb.org/jbcaward/
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Fleming Centre Architecture Competition
7 July 2024: Late Registration deadline
Location: Paddington, London, England, UK
picture © Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) launch a design competition following the ‘Competitive Procedure with Negotiation’ on behalf of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
The competition is seeking an architect to design the Fleming Centre, a Life Sciences facility that will be located on the St. Mary’s Hospital site in Paddington, London.
The deadline for receipt of applications is 7 August 2024 at 12:00 BST. It is anticipated that up to five teams will be shortlisted and invited to participate in the design phase of the competition.
Fleming Centre Paddington Architecture Competition
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OFF GRID FARM competition
7 July 2024: Late Registration deadline
7 July 2024: Submission Deadline
Architectural competition for Dominican Republic sustainable farm
OFF GRID FARM competition by Samana Group
Kaira Looro Architecture Competition 2024
A non-profit event by Balouo Salo Humanitarian Organization in Senegal
Kaira Looro Architecture Competition 2024 Maternity Centre in rural areas of Africa
image courtesy architecture competition organisers
14 May 2024 : registration deadline
11 June 2024 : submission deadline
1st prize: € 5,000 + Internship at Kengo Kuma Associates + Construction
2nd prize: € 2,000 + Internship at Miralles Tagliabue EMBT
3rd prize: € 1,000 + Internship at SBGA | Blengini Ghirardelli
Honorable mentions – 5 mentions – 20 finalists – 20 Top 50
Kaira Looro Architecture Competition 2024
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The Underbridge Housing Challenge
(16 Apr 2024: registration deadline)
28 May 2024: submission deadline
As cities expand, vertical and horizontal spaces are continually redefined, adapting to the pressing demands of urban living. Yet, beneath the expanse of our infrastructure lies a matrix of underutilized spaces, often overshadowed by their towering counterparts – the bridges that stitch our cities together. These underbridge spaces, ranging from small niches to vast expanses, remain dormant, echoing the hum of the traffic above, waiting for visionaries to tap into their latent potential.
In our relentless pursuit to address urban housing needs, Buildner is proud to unveil its 17th competition in the Affordable Housing Series. This time, we venture into the overlooked and underexplored – diving deep into the spaces beneath bridges around the world. “The Underbridge Housing Challenge” beckons architects and visionaries globally to reimagine these spaces, to transform them into dynamic, thriving communities that resonate with the city’s heartbeat.
Beneath city bridges worldwide lies untapped potential, vast spaces brimming with opportunity. “The Underbridge Housing Challenge” invites visionaries to transform these areas into thriving communities. Buildner is searching for designs that can cater to a wide array of residents, ensuring a perfect blend of scalability, affordability and eco-consciousness. It’s an invitation to revolutionize these overlooked spaces with a fresh, practical perspective.
Participants have the liberty to pinpoint any underbridge site across the globe for their visionary designs. Essential considerations include the site’s accessibility, available amenities, and how the proposed solution harmonizes with the existing community. The designs should showcase adaptability, ensuring they cater to various needs while remaining both cost-effective and sustainable.
With this challenge, the boundaries are set by your own creativity. Buildner urges entrants to think big, think different, and present housing solutions that challenge the norm. The underbridge spaces await your transformative touch. Let your imaginations run wild, and let’s craft a vision where these spaces become the heartbeat of urban communities.
PRIZES
3 winning proposals, 2 special award recipients and 6 honourable mentions will be selected. Buildner (formerly Bee Breeders) will award a total of 7,000 € in prize money to competition winners as follows:
1st Prize – 3,000 €
2nd Prize – 1,500 €
3rd Prize – 1,000 €
+ 6 honourable mentions
Buildner Student Award – 1000 €
Buildner Sustainability Award – 500 €
COMPETITION SCHEDULE
Final registration deadline: April 16, 2024
Closing date for submission: May 28, 2024 (LONDON TIME)
Announcement of the winners: July 2, 2024
Website: https://architecturecompetitions.com/underbridge/
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Iceland Ski Snow Cabin Design Contest
(17 Apr 2024: registration deadline)
29 May 2024: submission deadline
Iceland’s raw, untamed beauty presents a canvas like no other—a place where the snow whispers stories of old and the Northern Lights dance overhead. The “Iceland Ski Snow Cabin” competition, organized by Buildner, invites architects and designers to contribute to this magnificent landscape by creating a haven for the skiing community. This contest is not just about building a structure; it’s about crafting an experience that embodies the spirit of Icelandic winters.
Participants are tasked with designing a small-scale cabin that will serve as a warm, inviting pit stop for skiers. This structure should blend functionality with the enchanting Icelandic aesthetic, providing facilities that cater to comfort and practical needs, while also framing the stunning vistas of the surrounding environment. The cabin must integrate features such as a rest and warmth area, a self-serve refreshment station, changing rooms, toilets, equipment storage, and a maintenance garage for a snow groomer.
This competition is an open invitation to imprint your vision upon the Icelandic snow. It’s a chance to mold a small yet significant addition to the skiing landscape—a place that will stand as a testament to thoughtful design and the joy of winter sports.
PRIZES
To be selected – 3 winning proposals + 2 special award recipients + 6 honourable mentions. Buildner will award a total of 10,000 € in prize money to competition winners as follows:
1st Prize – 5,000 €
2nd Prize – 2,500 €
3rd Prize – 1,000 €
+ 6 honourable mentions
Buildner Student Award – 1,000 €
Buildner Sustainability Award – 500 €
COMPETITION SCHEDULE
Final registration deadline: 17 April 2024
Closing date for submission: 29 May 2024 (GMT – London time)
Announcement of the winners: 3 July 2024
Iceland’s striking geography is characterized by its varied and extraordinary landscapes. As a volcanically and geologically active island, Iceland spans 103,000 km2, with 62.7% of it being tundra. Its coastline features numerous fjords, which host the majority of the country’s settlements. Iceland’s interior, a blend of sand and lava fields, mountains, and glaciers, is inhospitable, and glacial rivers flow to the sea through the lowlands on the island’s exterior.
The Mývatn region, located in the north of Iceland, boasts some of the country’s most breathtaking natural wonders.
The Krafla caldera, a monumental testament to Iceland’s raw geothermal power, stands majestically in the Mývatn region. This seismic marvel is not just a scenic wonder but also an emblem of the island’s vibrant volcanic activity. Krafla’s caldera, the result of centuries of eruptions, spans approximately 10 kilometers and is part of a larger volcanic system that includes a striking lava field and the renowned Víti explosion crater, filled with a strikingly blue geothermal lake.
The competition site is a scenic spot just northeast of Lake Mývatn, near the majestic Víti crater, at the foot of a popular skiing slope (Skíðasvæði Mývetnings í Kröflu). Here, amid Iceland’s raw beauty, lies the potential site for your innovative cabin design.
Website: https://architecturecompetitions.com/icelandskisnowcabin/
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150,000€ Kingspan’s MICROHOME
(29 April 2024: registration deadline)
30 May 2024: submission deadline
The MICROHOME Kingspan Edition is an exciting development in the evolution of the MICROHOME architecture competition, marking the seventh edition of this esteemed event. This special edition is hosted by Buildner in a key partnership with Kingspan, a collaboration that showcases a mutual vision and shared objectives, amplifying the reach and impact of the competition with a substantially increased prize fund of €150,000.
The Buildner-Kingspan partnership embodies a united commitment to drive forward architectural design, particularly in the realm of small-scale, sustainable, and affordable living solutions. The shared ethos rests on the belief that innovative design, quality, and sustainability are of paramount importance, and that they can create transformative solutions without being restricted by size.
The MICROHOME Kingspan Edition invites participants to conceptualize an off-grid modular dwelling that would accommodate a hypothetical young professional couple. This scenario serves as the benchmark family size for the competition. The total floor area of the structure should not exceed 25 m2, thereby encouraging participants to push their creativity and innovate within these parameters.
The competition challenges participants to radically rethink spatial organization, to introduce distinctive aesthetics, and to implement state-of-the-art technologies and materials. The end objective is to propel the micro home from a mere architectural form to a revolutionary genre in its own right.
There are no geographical restrictions on the hypothetical sites for these designs, allowing for unlimited creativity. Whether urban or rural, any location worldwide can be the backdrop for these micro homes. Designs that prioritize sustainability and present solutions to economic, social, and cultural challenges through fresh architectural methods will receive preference.
The MICROHOME Kingspan Edition is an opportunity to contribute to the evolution of residential architecture. It looks forward to uncovering visionary designs and innovative ideas that are poised to redefine the future of micro-living.
The MICROHOME Jury:
– Brent Trenga, Director of Sustainability, Kingspan Insulated Panels, USA
– David Basulto, Architect, Founder & CEO of ArchDaily, Germany
– Ben Van Berkel, Founder and Principal of UNStudio, Netherlands
– Paolo Flores, Director at Zaha Hadid Architects, UK
– Flora Lee, Associate Partner at MAD Architects, USA
– Martina Martino, CEO of Mario Cucinella Architects, Italy
– Silvana Ordinas, Founder and Partner at Peter Pichler Architecture, Italy
– Carlo Ratti, Director of the MIT Senseable City Lab and CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, USA
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.
Website: https://architecturecompetitions.com/kingspanmicrohome
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JUNE 2024
The Home of Shadows / Edition #2
(2 May 2024: registration deadline)
4 June 2024: submission deadline
Buildner presents the second edition of the Home of Shadows architecture competition. This event once again highlights the crucial interplay between light and shadow in creating functional and inviting living spaces.
Natural light is not just a vital aspect in home design for its practicality, but it also transforms spaces into welcoming and comfortable havens. It enables architects to infuse emotion and ambiance into their designs, giving life to structures beyond their physical form.
Similarly, shadows are not to be overlooked. They are essential in adding depth, texture, and mood to spaces. The strategic placement of architectural elements like windows or doors can dramatically affect how light and shadow interact, shaping the overall atmosphere of a home.
The second edition of the Home of Shadows competition maintains its unique challenge. Participants are invited to design a home for a fictional couple, with a special condition – the total elimination of artificial light. Every submitted design is expected to demonstrate a deep understanding of how natural light influences architectural choices, and how it can be harnessed to create fully functional and aesthetically pleasing living environments.
Contestants are free to choose any imaginary location for their design projects, offering a diverse backdrop for the exploration of light and shadow. Buildner looks forward to receiving innovative entries that showcase a harmonious blend of technical skill and creative insight, illuminating the endless possibilities that lie within the dance of light and shadow in architectural design.
PRIZES
– 3No. winning proposals
– 2No. special award recipients
– 6No. honourable mentions
Buildner (formerly Bee Breeders) will award a total of 7,000 € in prize money to competition winners as follows:
1st Prize – 3,000 €
2nd Prize – 1,500 €
3rd Prize – 1,000 €
+ 6 honourable mentions
Buildner Student Award – 1000 €
Buildner Sustainability Award – 500 €
COMPETITION SCHEDULE
Final registration deadline: May 2, 2024
Closing date for submission: June 4, 2024 (LONDON TIME)
Announcement of the winners: July 15, 2024
Website: https://architecturecompetitions.com/homeofshadows2/
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LOM’s travel bursary for architecture students
Friday 3 May 2024: deadline
LOM’s travel bursary for architecture students in memory of Karla Roman
Shoreditch-based practice, LOM architecture and design is accepting entries for its annual travel scholarship worth £2,500.
LOM set up an annual travel bursary in memory of Karla Roman, a talented architect and colleague who was killed while cycling to work in February 2017. As well as the UK, Karla worked in Italy and in her native Brazil. She travelled to build her architectural knowledge, and the Karla Roman Travel Bursary was established to enable other architecture students to do the same.
Open to all UK and international students at any stage of their studies, studying architecture or similar as a full or part-time undergraduate or postgraduate student. The bursary gives future architects and interior design students the opportunity to travel as part of their education and apply up to £2,500. It will be awarded to the applicant providing the most creative and compelling case for support, with financial circumstances and need being taken into account.
Farid Abdulla, a previous bursary recipient, expressed that “Experiencing a change of environment facilitated a cognitive shift and a clarity of thought, particularly regarding my career as a designer and urbanist. I discovered layers of imagination that I will continue to nurture, as well as an appreciation for where best to place myself when I finish my studies. The bursary allowed me to have a beautiful experience that has forever changed me.”
LOM Director, Richard Hutchinson added that Karla Roman was “an extraordinarily talented colleague who rapidly became a key member of our team, set on course for a very promising career but was taken far too soon. It was therefore deeply important to us all at the practice to establish this bursary in 2018 in Karla’s name to help expand the minds and experiences of other aspiring designers.”
Another previous winner of the award, Eleanor Hyde, said that “The opportunity to travel to a country with a very different culture from the UK has proved to be an invaluable experience to my thinking as an architect, informing my design approach, broadening my knowledge and helping to shape my way of thinking in the future.”
LOM would like to hear from applicants for the 2024 bursary by Friday 3rd May 2024 with a view to travel this summer, approximately between June and October 2024.
Please apply to: https://lom-architecture.com/travel-bursary
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Marsception Architecture Competition 2024
9 May 2024 2024: Standard registrations deadline
15 May 2024: closing date for Submissions
The participants are to select a location anywhere on the surface of the planet Mars. With interplanetary travel for humans, not a far-fetched idea and innovations made every day to make it a reality soon. It is now time to imagine and create a new civilization.
Marsception Architecture Competition 2024
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ADAM Architecture 2024 Travel Scholarship
19 April 2024
The ADAM Architecture Travel Scholarship takes winners far and wide to impressive architectural locations.
March 2024 – Entries are now open for students to apply for ADAM Architecture’s annual Travel Scholarship. The scholarship, which was founded in 2005, offers a £2,000 award to support overseas research in architecture, architectural technology and urban design. It aims to increase access to international travel for students who wish to develop their current research or explore new areas of study.
ADAM Architecture 2024 Travel Scholarship
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MOA Design and Build Student Competition- “Land Art: Celestial Architecture”
21 Apr 2024: registration deadline
21 Apr 2024: submission deadline
The Museum of Outdoor Arts (MOA) in Greenwood Village, CO seeks conceptual design proposals for its Design and Build Competition from art, architecture, landscape architecture, design and other creatively focused USA based collegiate students, teams, and/or classes. This year’s theme is Land Art: Celestial Architecture. The competition opens January 5, 2024, and closes April 21, 2024. There is no entry fee!
Prizes:
1st place– $10,000
2nd place– $7,500
3rd place– $5,000
Honorable Mention- $1,000
*Prizes will be split evenly amongst all members of collaborative team entries.
In addition to the above prizes, winning entries will be featured on the Competition archive website.
Jury Panel:
–Cynthia Madden Leitner, President and Co-Founder of the Museum of Outdoor Arts
–Robert Ferry & Elizabeth Monoian, Land Art Generator Founding Co-Directors
–Jill O’Bryan, Artist and Land Light Foundation Board Secretary & Treasurer
–Charles Ross, Artist of earthwork, Star Axis and Land Light Foundation Board President
Eligibility
This architecture competition is currently open to any undergraduate or graduate student or student team currently enrolled in any US university. Students should be studying in the field of art, architecture, landscape architecture, design, engineering, and/or other creatively focused programs.
Entries can be submitted by individuals, teams, or as class projects. Collaborative and interdisciplinary designs are highly desired. Past competition winners must observe a one-year sit out period prior to being eligible to enter future competitions.
Website: https://moaonline.org/design-and-build-2023-competition/
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International Aesthetic Design Competition
IADC2024
Alanya University, Alanya, Antalya, Türkiye
23 April 2024: extended deadline
Call for Design Projects and Ideas
This is a final call to participate in the transformative “Architectural Alchemy: Aesthetic Design Ideas for a Better World” Competition, proudly presented by Alanya University, Alanya, Antalya, Türkiye.
This prestigious architecture competition is your platform to showcase how aesthetics can not only beautify but also solve critical environmental challenges, enhancing the quality of architecture and urban design across the globe.
Why Participate?
- Recognition: All projects will be printed and exhibited at Alanya University as an international design exhibition resulting from this competition, and each participant will be awarded an official letter confirming “the exhibition of their projects” within the IADC2024 Architectural Design Competition.
- Certificate: Each participant will be granted a certificate to acknowledge their participation in the International Aesthetic Design Competition – IADC2024.
- Publication: All submitted projects will be published in the competition e-book of the conference.
- Rewards: Cash prizes for the top three submissions, certificates, and publication opportunities await the winners and 40 special mentions.
- Intellectual Property Rights: You retain the rights to your designs.
Submission Essentials:
- Theme: We eagerly anticipate understanding how you have shaped a form, place, or space, aiming to appreciate its aesthetic appeal. Additionally, we are interested in your conceptual strategy for crafting architectural space or place. Your project or design ideas should integrate aesthetic solutions to environmental problems in any building category, with no restrictions on the geographical location of your site.
Who Can Enter? Open to both spirited students and seasoned professionals in architecture, urban design, and interior design. We highly encourage students to collaborate with their instructors to bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the forefront. Projects or ideas created within the past five years that possess aesthetic value deserving of global recognition are encouraged to participate in the competition.
Do not miss this last opportunity to be part of a competition that values the power of aesthetics in shaping a better, more sustainable world.
For inquiries, email [email protected]
https://www.iccaua.com/page/competition
Department of Architecture,
Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
Alanya University
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European Collective Housing Award
European Collective Housing Award celebrates architectural excellence and social impact
Call for entries:
2 April, 2024: deadline
Basque Country Architecture Institute and Arc en Rêve Centre d’Architecture, with support from the Department of Territorial Planning, Housing, and Transport of the Basque Government, are announcing the first edition of the European Collective Housing Award. Submissions are now accepted for its inaugural edition.
Submissions will be accepted from February 15 to April 2, allowing architects, urban planners, developers, and industry professionals across Europe to showcase their projects and contribute to discussions about the future of urban living. The award will culminate in a prestigious ceremony where winners will be announced and showcased in an exhibition.
Submissions can be made by:
The public administrations are responsible for promoting national, international, provincial, or municipal developments.
The development company, either individually or as a group.
The architects of the development project, either individually or as a team.
The construction companies participating in the development.
Users of the development, either individually or collectively.
The Jury
At the helm of the jury stands Anne Lacaton, a distinguished figure in the architectural world renowned for her ethical and human-centered approach. Lacaton, alongside her partner Jean-Philippe Vassal, has garnered global recognition for their groundbreaking work through their firm Lacaton & Vassal. Their innovative approach, focusing on rehabilitating and enhancing existing structures, earned them the prestigious Pritzker Prize in 2021, solidifying their status as pioneers in the field. The rest of the jury will be made up of international figures and will be announced in the coming weeks.
European Collective Housing Award 2024
Europe’s cities witness a rich history of collective housing, shaping the continent’s identity and values. From historic landmarks to contemporary innovations, collective housing reflects Europe’s commitment to social cohesion and sustainable urban development.
Collective housing is a cornerstone of European architectural heritage, reflecting the continent’s rich history and values. From its roots in centuries-old city development to its evolution through post-industrial eras, Europe’s collective housing exemplifies social cohesion, architectural innovation, and urban sustainability.
Despite challenges such as the stigmatization of social housing and urban crises, the new millennium has witnessed a resurgence of collective housing, aligning with European welfare ideals and contemporary socio-environmental concerns.
Covering 46 countries within the Council of Europe, the European Collective Housing Award offers a unique platform for architects, urban planners, developers, and industry professionals to showcase their collective housing projects. This emphasis on collective housing, a first for such an award, underscores its commitment to addressing pressing societal challenges while fostering sustainable urban development practices across Europe and beyond.
The partnership between the Basque Country Architecture Institute, Arc en Rêve Centre d’Architecture, and the Department of Territorial Planning, Housing, and Transport of the Basque Government underscores a collective commitment to advancing excellence in architectural design and promoting equitable housing solutions. This collaboration ensures that the European Collective Housing Award catalyzes meaningful dialogue and action, shaping the future of urban living on a continental scale.
Website: europeancollectivehousingaward.eu
European Collective Housing Award – Background
The European Collective Housing Award, initiated by the Basque Country Architecture Institute and Arc en Rêve Centre d’Architecture, in collaboration with the Department Of Territorial Planning, Housing And Transport Of The Basque Government, celebrates this resurgence and aims to elevate the discourse on housing policies and architectural excellence.
This prestigious award seeks to recognize projects that positively impact communities and contribute to sustainable urban development while promoting quality architecture. Emphasizing the importance of housing as a fundamental human need and societal asset, the award encourages innovation, inclusivity, and environmental responsibility in collective housing design.
Organized by esteemed institutions, the European Collective Housing Award serves as a platform for showcasing groundbreaking architectural achievements, fostering dialogue among professionals, and inspiring future initiatives. By honoring projects that embody excellence, social consciousness, and contextual integration, the award endeavors to shape the future of collective housing in Europe.
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Design Olympiads
31 March 2024: registration deadline
31 March 2024: submission deadline
A Call to the designers all around the earth to become jurors and representatives at the Design Olympiads!
In order to implement the fairest design evaluation and awarding system in the history of humanity, we need designers from all over the world who believe in fair-play to take part in the bodies of the Board of Jurors and Board of Representatives at the Design Olympiads. The conditions for taking part in the Board of Jurors and Board of Representatives are as follows.
Unlike other awarding programs, in the Design Olympiads are determined by a point-based system that is open to everyone’s participation, where academic and practical skills are measured. With the aforementioned point-based system, the top 200 designers around the world who get the highest score in the current period in the design fields they work in are automatically entitled to be a Board of Jurors member in the Design Olympiads.
In order to become a member of the Board of Representatives at the Design Olympiads, It is sufficient to be a member of the academic staff in the design department of any university, and to believe that fair-play should be implemented in the design field.
Designers who want to learn more about the general working system of the Design Olympiads and who want to be a Board of Jurors and Board of Representatives member can access the necessary information from the About page of the www.designolympiads.com page.
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2024 World Landscape Architecture Awards
(23 March 2024: registration deadline)
30 March 2024: submission deadline
The World Landscape Architecture (WLA) Awards are a prestigious global awards program celebrating excellence and innovation in landscape architecture. Organized annually, the awards showcase outstanding projects demonstrating exceptional creativity, sustainability, and environmental impact. The WLA awards highlight the diverse range of landscapes, from urban parks and public spaces to residential gardens and ecological restoration projects, fostering a sense of community and connection with nature.
Eligibility:
Projects must be a concept or built during 2019-2024. Entrants can enter multiple projects but must purchase a registration for each entry. Built projects must have construction completed. Conceptual projects can be in various stages, such as conceptual, schematic, design development, detailed design, and construction;
Categories:
Built – Small Landscape Design (less than 1000 sq. m/10000 sq. ft)
Built – Large Landscape Design (greater than 1000 sq. m/10000 sq. ft)
Built – Urban Design
Built – Private Residential Design (including single dwelling gardens)
Built – Commercial Residential Design (including showflats, apartments, residential estates, housing developments, etc.)
Conceptual – Small Landscape Design (less than 1000 sq. m/10000 sq. ft)
Conceptual – Large Landscape Design (greater than 1000 sq. m/10000 sq. ft)
Conceptual – Residential Design (including private and commercial residential landscapes)
Conceptual – Analysis and Planning
Conceptual – Urban Design
The Cultural Landscape Foundation (TCLF) Cultural Landscape Award
Professional WLA Awards Entry Registration Fee
$250AUD (approx. 170USD, 160EUR, 1150CNY) per registration.
Entry Registrations can be purchased in the WLA Shop via Credit Card, Paypal, or Credit Card.
Upon purchasing the entry, you will receive an email with links to a zip and rar file that includes the Awards Template, Entry Guide [PDF] Example Layout, and WLA Awards Declaration.
Website: https://worldlandscapearchitect.com/2024-wla-awards-call-for-entries/?v=6cc98ba2045f
Questions: [email protected]
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International Furniture Design Competition – Transforming Communities
31 December 2023: registration + submission deadline
Organizer: Ketham’s Atelier Architects
Competition Overview: This architecture competition is open to individuals of all backgrounds, including students and professionals. Participants are tasked with designing furniture that is ergonomically sound, cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and feasible to build in neglected communities, particularly in slums. The goal is to create furniture that can adapt to the limited spaces in these communities and provide essential functionalities such as storage, seating, sleeping, reading, writing, and more.
Organizer’s Mission: Ketham’s Atelier Architects has a history of creating low-cost furniture and training students, widowed women, and others in neglected communities to make and donate furniture to those in need. Winning designs from this competition will receive support from the organizer to develop prototypes, which will then be donated to the Thinking Hand NGO for distribution to neglected communities.
Architecture Competition Details:
Evaluation Criteria: Innovation, Design Quality, Environmental Sustainability, Structural Integrity, Clarity of Presentation
Awards: First, Second, Third Place, Two Special Mentions
Winning projects will be constructed and shared in neglected communities.
Winners will receive certificates.
Registration and Submission:
Registration Deadline: December 31, 2023: €49.00
Submission Deadline: December 31, 2023
Submission Format: Online submission to [email protected]
Maximum Text: 500 words, two A3 size sheets (Portrait format), Unique Registration ID required.
Important Dates:
Winners Announcement: January 31, 2024
Winner Detail Drawing: February 5, 2024
Build & Share: February 29, 2024
We believe that this competition not only provides a platform for designers to showcase their talents but also allows them to make a significant impact on the lives of those in neglected communities.
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The International Design Competition for the Gwangju Biennale Exhibition Hall, South Korea
(6 Oct 2023, 17:00: registration deadline)
(20 Nov 2023, 17:00: submission deadline)
Purpose:
- Since the Gwangju Biennale was first launched in Korea in 1995, it has been held on 14 occasions. As a result, it has taken root as a world culture brand, however it has faced a number of limitations in its development due to the facilities which make it difficult to reflect new exhibition trends as time has passed.
- So, we have established a new exhibition space which can reflect the flow of contemporary art and provide an exuberant citizen-friendly, cultural delight, and healing space to an urban area as well as strengthening the status and identity of the Gwangju Biennale and preparing for the holding of stable and methodical events as a world culture brand.
Overview:
- Host (Ordering Agency): Gwangju Metropolitan City of S.Korea
- Site Location: Around 400-5 Maegok-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju, S.Korea
- Area / District: Green Natural Area/ Jungwoe Park (museum district)
- Use: Cultural and Assembly Facilities (exhibition hall)
- Site Area: 34,925㎡
- Total Floor Area: 32,276㎡ (exhibition hall 22,776㎡, Parking area 9,500㎡) ※ tolerances of ±5>#/span###
- Estimated Construction Cost: 86,396 million KRW (including VAT, renewables construction costs)
- Estimated Design Fee: 5,117 million KRW (including VAT, all certifications, etc.)
- Competition Period: Tue. Sep. 12, 2023 ~ Mon. Nov. 20, 2023 (※ current exchange rates : 1 USD ≒ 1,337KRW)
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AI Competition – Future Of Cities On Planet Earth
1 Feb 2024: registration + submission deadline
Competition Name: AI Competition – Future Of Cities On Planet Earth
Website: waredesco.com
Registration: 1/12/2023
Deadline: 1/02/2024
Competition Type: AI Competition
Language: English
Fee: 30$
Introduction:
In the past year, Al has empowered countless individuals to express their creativity and innovation. Even without traditional artistic tools, millions now use Al to transform their thoughts into meaningful images, sharing compelling stories that were previously untold. Al has truly revolutionized artistic expression for all.
Introducing a groundbreaking Al challenge! Open to architects, designers, artists, and storytellers worldwide. Unleash your creativity, explore captivating topics, and redefine boundaries with Al. Showcase your unique vision and be part of the revolution!
The Al Creative Challenge gives architects, artists and designers an opportunity where they can demonstrate their skills while promoting multidisciplinary cooperation and knowledge sharing. participants will join a thriving community of professionals committed to developing scenarios of the future whether it is utopian or dystopian through Al-driven innovation by taking part in this ground-breaking event.
Competition Brief:
In a world filled with darkness and turmoil, this competition aims to shed light on the power of storytelling and art in rebuilding places, restoring the notion of home, and nurturing hope. Participants are invited to reflect on the profound questions surrounding home and belonging, freedom, justice, and power.
Amidst the ruins and suffering caused by wars, natural disasters, and tragic events, we want you to share your story of the cherished locations that hold significance in your life and how they have transformed.
By exploring the aftermath of loss, uncompleted grief, and the sources of our narratives, participants can examine how their vision and storytelling intersect with reality. This competition seeks to foster inclusivity and respect for diverse perspectives, highlighting the importance of translating these narratives into art as a catalyst for positive change and a path towards a peaceful and safe future.
You will be asked to share:
– Share a story in 500 words or less.
– 2 Al-generated images: one representing the current situation of the city and the other portraying your desired future.
– The trials you made to create these images.
Feel free to be bold, wild, and creative as you explore the true potential of artificial intelligence to influence the future of our built environment, whether it will be sci-fi, high-tech, synthetic nature, biomimicry or even going back to our primitive vernacular earth architecture. The use of Al imagery to respond to the changing parameters of our planet and its reflection on the future city, is something we encourage the participants to do.
We strongly welcome submissions that:
• Fully utilize Al assisted design.
• Push the boundaries of art and design.
• Propose a potential adaption into real-world application.
• React to the competition’s theme.
Join us on this exciting journey as we celebrate the beauty and power of Al in creating the blueprint of the future.
The challenge aims to spark discussion on the best way to strike a balance between human and artificial intelligence creativity, as well as to foster creativity and innovation in the fields of architecture and design by utilizing tools from artificial intelligence to enhance human creativity.
Evaluation Criteria:
All projects will be assessed anonymously.
When making their assessments, judges will take into account the following criteria:
• Creativity in developing novel and inventive ways of living in the future.
(20pts)
• Criticality in developing new ways of living that are consistent with the suggested scenario.
(15pts)
• Desirability of imagining a future where everyone has access to opportunities and is encouraged.
(10pts)
• Innovation in the application of artificial intelligence tools.
(10pts)
• The design’s conceptual and visual quality, as well as its potential to have an impact on the area of design and its applicability to the contest’s theme.
(10pts)
Timeline:
01/12/2023 – Registration & Submission Starts
01/02/2024 – Registration & Submission Ends
15/02/2024 – Longlist Announcement
20/02/2024 – Finalist & Honorable Mention Announcement
29/02/2024 – Winner Announcement
Registration:
Early Registration (1 Dec – 31 Dec) – 30$
Standard Registration (1 Jan – 14 Jan) – 40$
Late Registration (15 Jan – 1 Feb) – 50$
Prizes:
1st Prize: 250$ + Certificate + Publication
2nd Prize: 150$ + Certificate + Publication
3rd Prize: 100$ + Certificate + Publication
10 Honorable Mentions : Certificate + Publication
What to Submit?
A total of 4 Jpegs 4000X4000 Pixels, 150dpi
-Jpeg01: A story of maximum 500 words about the city
-Jpeg02: Ai image about the current situation of the city
-Jpeg03: Ai image about the future of the city
-Jpeg04: Add all your progress images
How to Submit?
-Fill in the registration form on our website starts 01/12/2023 – You will receive a registration code via email
-Combine all your jpegs in one pdf with your registration code
-Fill in the submission form on our website and submit your pdf
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