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Inspireli is proud to announce the launch of the Zahradky Castle Competition, a new addition to the prestigious 10th Inspireli Awards. Open to architecture students worldwide, this competition challenges participants to envision the transformation of Zahradky Castle into a dynamic…
Overview The CLASSICS the Small Luxury Design Award 2025, organized by Blooming Nakanishi, invites creatives worldwide to participate. This award celebrates handkerchief design, aiming to elevate the handkerchief into an intimate piece of art. Founded in 2003 on the theme…
Overview of the AwardsThe Architecture Community proudly presents the Architect of The Year Awards 2024, an esteemed international competition inviting architects, engineers, and designers worldwide to showcase their visionary projects. This competition celebrates innovative architectural ideas that redefine design through…
Program OverviewThe Architerrax Fellowship Program offers architecture students a prestigious opportunity to learn, collaborate, and connect globally. Created to support growth in architectural knowledge and professional networking, this program immerses participants in dynamic activities and discussions, advancing both their practical…
Buildner, in partnership with Pape Nature Park and WWF, presents the Pape Info Point competition, which invites participants to design a modular, transportable education stand. This stand will effectively promote Pape Nature Park and its conservation efforts, adaptable for busy…
The Kinderspace: Architecture for Children’s Development competition invites innovative designs for educational spaces that enhance early childhood learning. Recognizing that young children undergo significant cognitive, emotional, and social development, the competition aims to create environments that support their growth. Traditional…
The Kharkiv Freedom Square Revival Competition, organized by the Norman Foster Foundation, Buildner, the Kharkiv City Council, and UNECE, seeks visionary proposals for redesigning Kharkiv’s Freedom Square and the Regional Administration Building. These areas, steeped in historical and cultural significance,…
The Kaira Looro 2025 Architecture Competition, taking place online in January 2025, is recognized as one of the most influential global competitions, open to students and young architects. The competition is centered on themes of humanitarian architecture for emergencies and…
The Runway at YZD Design Competition, hosted by Northcrest Developments in Toronto, is calling for innovative design proposals to transform the 2-kilometer former runway of Downsview Airport into a vibrant, pedestrian-focused corridor. This runway will be the central spine of…
The call for entries for the 18th edition of the GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN Awards is officially open! This prestigious international competition celebrates the excellence of creative professionals and firms, recognizing those who have demonstrated exemplary practice in their fields….
De Shang Yun Porcelain, in collaboration with Desall, is seeking innovative ideas for a new name and brand identity for its premium Chinese porcelain brand aimed at a global market. This contest encourages creative professionals to present fresh concepts that…
TerraViva has announced the launch of ‘La Juanita,’ an international architecture competition focused on designing a modern house that overlooks the stunning natural landscape of the Paraná River in Argentina. The competition will award up to €8,000 to the winners,…
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC 2025) has officially opened submissions for its prestigious annual awards, including the RAIC Gold Medal, the Architectural Practice Award, and the Emerging Architectural Practice Award. Other categories accepting submissions are the RAIC Advocate…
The Architecture for Health Student Award recognizes outstanding master’s theses focused on architecture that promotes health. This award aims to encourage innovative work in healthcare architecture and urban planning, with a particular emphasis on designs that enhance health and well-being.The…
The MUSE Design Awards is an international design competition dedicated to recognizing excellent and original design work from across the globe. With a mission to honor, celebrate, and elevate outstanding design innovators, MUSE also serves as a key stage to…
The Winter Stations 2025 competition invites architects, designers, and artists from around the world to participate in this annual design challenge. Held in Toronto, Canada, this international competition aims to transform the city’s lifeguard towers along Kew and Woodbine beaches…
The Garden of Knowledge competition invites architects and designers to contribute to the rich history of Almo Collegio Borromeo in Pavia, Italy. Established in 1561 by Charles Borromeo, this prestigious institution has long been a center for intellectual dialogue and…
The CREATIVE HACK AWARD was launched in 2013 as an initiative to identify and support emerging creators with groundbreaking ideas and ambitions. Organized by WIRED Japan, the competition serves as a platform for innovators who aim to challenge boundaries and…
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…
TerraViva Competitions presents THE GOLDEN SAND WATERFRONT, a transformative architecture competition aimed at rejuvenating the Lungomare of Lignano Sabbiadoro, turning it into a vibrant public space for both residents and seasonal tourists. Known for its golden sandy beaches and clear…
The Sketching Battle – Architecture and Movement competition, sponsored by Rhodia, invites participants from around the world to showcase their creativity through hand-drawn sketches. The competition focuses on the theme of “Architecture and Movement,” challenging entrants to depict the dynamic…
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