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YACdesign, in collaboration with Stilfar Italia, has announced the Design of Dreams competition, inviting participants to create innovative furniture collections for the sleeping area. This design challenge seeks to reinterpret the meaning of the bed in modern culture, going beyond…
TerraViva has launched the FANTACYCLING Competition, a graphic design challenge focused on rebranding Fantacycling, an Italian startup. The competition aims to revamp the company’s logo, fonts, and color palette, encouraging a fresh take on its brand identity. Participants are asked…
The Eco-Village Mini Challenge invites students from around the world to reimagine an eco-friendly village set within the wetlands of Empordà, Spain. The competition encourages participants to submit a single visual that captures their vision of the Eco-Village, blending sustainability…
Grace Farms has partnered with the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) to launch the Design for Freedom Competition for the 2024-2025 academic year. This competition focuses on eradicating forced labor from the building materials supply chain. The challenge…
The 67th Year Annual NASA Design Competition (ANDC), hosted by the National Association of Students of Architecture, India, invites participants to redefine design thinking in a way that uplifts humanity and fosters inclusivity. This competition encourages students to not only…
Architecture holds the unique ability to influence our emotions in subtle and profound ways. While it may not be common to reflect on how a building makes you feel, every space—be it an office, gallery, or museum—creates an emotional response….
The SOM Foundation has opened applications for the 2024 Robert L. Wesley Award, which aims to support BIPOC undergraduate students pursuing architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, or engineering in the United States. Three students will receive $10,000 each, along with…
In an effort to create a “local era that is good to live anywhere in Korea,” the National Folk Museum of Korea will be relocated to the Sejong City National Museum Complex. This relocation aligns with the goal of fostering…
The SOM Foundation has officially opened applications for the 2024 Research Prize. This year’s theme is focused on “Advancing Toward a Water-Secure Future.” Faculty-led interdisciplinary teams based in the United States are invited to submit research proposals that address this…
The 2025 French Design Awards is a global celebration of architectural, interior, product, and packaging design excellence. The event embodies three distinct qualities: invigorating, powerful, and stylish. These attributes represent not only the spirit of the awards but also the…
We are excited to announce the AI in Practice Competition, a prestigious event sponsored by Studio Tim Fu. This competition invites architects and designers from around the globe to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and architectural design.Competition OverviewThe AI…
Despite technological advancements such as video conferencing and drones, the growth of airports worldwide continues to thrive due to global commerce and an enduring demand for travel. The airport terminal, a relatively new architectural typology, is essential in the same…
Da Vinci & Co. warmly invites students in architecture, urban design, urban planning, architectural technology, and landscape design from around the world to participate in the esteemed 2024 International Thesis Honors. This competition provides a distinguished platform for showcasing unique…
The Tamayouz Excellence Award extends an invitation to architects, designers, engineers, and artists to participate in designing the Iraq Pavilion for a global exposition at the prestigious Baghdad International Fairgrounds. This competition offers an exceptional opportunity to shape Iraq’s global…
The Design MasterPrize (DMP) is an international competition that celebrates excellence in design across product, communication, and graphic disciplines. Focused on highlighting innovative work and the creators behind it, the competition offers significant recognition, networking, and promotional benefits to its…
TerraViva has launched the ELIAVA BAZAAR competition, aimed at reimagining the complex of Eliava Market, located in the heart of Tbilisi, Georgia. The competition offers a total prize fund of up to 8,000 €, which will be awarded to winners…
The 19th edition of the Festival des Architectures Vives (FAV) will be held from June 10-15, 2025. Organized by the Champ Libre association, this festival invites applications for 10 innovative projects to be showcased during the event. Taking place in…
The National Folk Museum of Korea, currently located within Gyeongbokgung Palace, is set to relocate as part of the Gyeongbokgung Palace restoration project, with the move planned for completion by 2030. This design competition seeks innovative proposals for the museum’s…
The UIA-HYP Cup 2024 International Student Competition in Architectural Design invites participants to address the challenges of urban renewal under the theme “Spatial Restructuring: Reestablishing Urban Density.” This competition seeks innovative solutions to maintain traditional urban textures and densities while…
With urban populations on the rise, space is becoming an increasingly scarce and valuable resource. High land prices, growing density, and environmental challenges highlight the need for innovative compact living solutions. This competition seeks to redefine urban living by creating…
The C-IDEA Design Award is an annual juried design competition that aims to recognize and promote visionary talents across various design disciplines. It encompasses categories such as communication design, industrial design, architecture, interior design, fashion design, and new media.Key Dates…
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