The Twin Bungalows competition invites architects and design enthusiasts to create a unique architectural solution that harmonizes with the natural environment while providing modern, luxurious living spaces. This competition centers around the concept of Polynesian-style stilt houses, presenting a new paradigm in eco-friendly tourism accommodation.
Design Brief
Participants are tasked with conceptualizing a prototype of a double floating home designed to function as tourist accommodation villas. These bungalows must be supported on stilts within a lagoon, allowing them to coexist peacefully with their aquatic surroundings. The design should emphasize sustainability, showcasing how modern luxury can blend with environmental consciousness. The proposal may consist of a series of 10 double units, enhancing the area’s natural beauty while providing a unique living experience.
Moreover, while the floating bungalows will serve as independent elements, they can also be integrated into a broader land-based complex that complements the services offered to guests. However, these land services are not to be projected in the proposals.
Prizes
The competition offers a variety of awards to recognize outstanding designs:
- 1st Prize: USD 4,000, along with the opportunity for exhibition and dissemination in prominent architecture platforms worldwide. Additionally, the winner will be featured in a virtual booklet showcasing the best proposals from the competition.
- 3 Honorable Mentions: Each honorable mention will also receive exhibition and dissemination in leading architecture sites globally, as well as inclusion in the virtual booklet of notable proposals.
Schedule
The timeline for the competition is as follows:
- August 25, 2024: Announcement of the competition
- August 26 – September 1, 2024: Pre-registration period
- September 2, 2024: Official registration begins
- September 28, 2024: End of the first stage of registration
- October 21, 2024: Announcement of the evaluation committee members
- October 25, 2024: End of the consultation period
- October 26, 2024: Conclusion of the second stage of registration
- November 15, 2024: End of the registration period
- November 30, 2024: Submission deadline for proposals
- December 13, 2024: Evaluation committee judgment
- December 18, 2024: Results announcement
- December 20, 2024: Awards ceremony
Eligibility
This competition is open to qualified architects and architecture students worldwide. However, participants must submit their entries in Spanish, as it is the official language of the competition. This requirement ensures accessibility and inclusivity for participants from diverse backgrounds.
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