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Future Plastic Design Award

Future Plastic Design Award

The Future Plastic Design Award, organized in collaboration with Desall, invites creative talents worldwide to design innovative furniture elements. These designs will be produced through injection molding using a single mold, maximizing manufacturing efficiency while emphasizing functionality and aesthetics.Contest OverviewParticipants…

PJMT National Green Earth Challenge

PJMT National Green Earth Challenge

The National Green Earth Challenge is an initiative organized by the Prem Jain Memorial Trust (PJMT) in partnership with Young Leaders for Active Citizenship. This competition celebrates the legacy of Dr. Prem Jain, who is recognized as the Father of…

Alexei Navalny Memorial

Alexei Navalny Memorial

Design a memorial honoring Alexei Navalny, the courageous leader of the Russian opposition who stood for freedom, democracy, and peace. This monument will commemorate his legacy and provide a space where people can express their hopes for a free and…

The International Architecture & Design Awards (IADA)

The International Architecture & Design Awards (IADA)

The International Architecture & Design Awards (IADA) is back for its 4th edition, inviting creative minds from around the globe to showcase their groundbreaking work. This competition celebrates the dedication, vision, and creativity that drive exceptional design.The 2025 awards feature…

Wheelwright Prize 2025

Wheelwright Prize 2025

The Harvard University Graduate School of Design (GSD) announces the 2025 cycle of the Wheelwright Prize, an international competition offering $100,000 to support innovative architectural research. This annual prize fosters impactful design research, open to early-career architects worldwide who earned…

Tactical Urbanism NOW!

Tactical Urbanism NOW!

TerraViva launches the 5th edition of TACTICAL URBANISM NOW! This architecture competition challenges participants to design short-term, cost-effective interventions able to act as catalysts for larger transformations.Prizes up to 10.000 € will be awarded to the winners selected by an…

Best House in the World Contest

Best House in the World Contest

Welcome to the ‘Best House in the World’ competition, a new international challenge to discover and reward innovative residential architectural designs still in development or tendering stages, prior to construction. This competition is open to real projects with real clients…

Re:Form – New Life for Old Spaces

Re:Form – New Life for Old Spaces

Transforming Existing Structures for a Sustainable FutureIn an era marked by pressing environmental and spatial challenges, the concept of adaptive reuse emerges as a compelling solution. Instead of constructing anew, Re:Form challenges architects, designers, and innovators to breathe life into…

Avani Essay Prize 2024

Avani Essay Prize 2024

Exploring Emerging LandscapesThe term “landscape” encompasses a spectrum of meanings across various disciplines, reflecting its complexity and diversity. Geographer James Duncan defines it as both the visual appearance of a region and the collection of objects forming that appearance. Architect…

Tiny HOUSE 2024 ARCHITECTURE COMPETITION

Tiny HOUSE 2024 ARCHITECTURE COMPETITION

Volume Zero and the Tiny House Architecture Competition express their gratitude for the incredible support received from the community. To accommodate participants and provide more time for preparing submissions, the registration and submission deadlines for the competition have been extended.Updated…

Hospice – Home for the Terminally Ill Edition #4

Hospice – Home for the Terminally Ill Edition #4

The fourth edition of the Hospice – Home for the Terminally Ill Competition is now open, continuing its dedication to redefining architectural spaces for individuals facing terminal illnesses. This evolving competition invites innovative designs that create sanctuaries extending beyond medical…

Revive on Fiverr

Revive on Fiverr

Revive on Fiverr invites architects, artists, and designers to participate in a competition exploring Adaptive Reuse, a sustainable approach that reimagines existing structures into innovative and environmentally conscious spaces. Hosted by Designboom and Fiverr, the competition offers a platform for…

Line Armenian Architecture Biennial 2025

Line Armenian Architecture Biennial 2025

Pollution, instability, and constant change have defined Yerevan’s atmosphere for years. Rapid urbanization, aging infrastructure, an unprecedented construction boom, political instability, and an increasing number of vehicles have created a sense of uncertainty among residents. The smog that periodically shrouds…

un Design Award global competition

un Design Award global competition

The un Design Award represents a profound philosophical proposition and a journey of artistic exploration. Its core lies in embracing the limitless interpretations that individuals can bring to its concept. The term “un” holds multiple layers of meaning, symbolizing ideas…

AIA Education Facility Design Award 2025

AIA Education Facility Design Award 2025

The AIA Education Facility Design Award highlights projects that deliver cutting-edge learning environments. It fosters critical evaluation and experimentation to meet client needs while advancing educational experiences. Recognized projects span early childhood, K-12, higher education, corporate training centers, and non-traditional…

AIA/ALA Library Building Award 2025

AIA/ALA Library Building Award 2025

The AIA/ALA Library Building Award celebrates libraries as enduring examples of architectural excellence, recognizing entire structures for their design achievements. This unique award is a collaboration between the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the American Library Association (ALA), honoring…

COTE® Top Ten Award 2025

COTE® Top Ten Award 2025

Celebrating Sustainable Design ExcellenceThe COTE® Top Ten Award 2025, now in its 29th year, highlights the importance of sustainability as a cornerstone of architectural excellence. Organized by the Committee on the Environment (COTE®), this award recognizes innovative projects that seamlessly…

AIA Housing Award 2025

AIA Housing Award 2025

Recognizing the Best in Home DesignThe AIA Housing Award 2025 highlights the finest achievements in residential design, showcasing how beauty, safety, sustainability, and comfort can harmoniously converge. Homes are a necessity, a sanctuary for the human spirit, and often the…

FLORENC21 Phase West International Architecture Competition

FLORENC21 Phase West International Architecture Competition

Transforming Prague’s Florenc DistrictThe Florenc21: Phase West international architectural competition invites leading architectural firms to envision a transformative redevelopment of four prominent city blocks in the Florenc District, at the heart of Prague. Organized by Penta Real Estate, this competition…

AR New into Old Awards 2025

AR New into Old Awards 2025

The AR New into Old Awards 2025 celebrate the creativity and innovation that bring new life to older structures. As the demand for sustainable alternatives to new construction grows, these awards highlight architectural adaptations and remodelings that introduce contemporary functions…

iLuxury Awards 2025

iLuxury Awards 2025

The iLuxury Awards 2025 is an internationally recognized award program that celebrates the convergence of sophistication, innovation, and excellence across multiple industries. Established to honor the finest in luxury, the iLuxury Awards highlight achievements in iconic brands, exquisite design, elite…

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