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Our cities face critical challenges like climate change, rapid growth, and resource strain. Alt Urban is a pioneering initiative aimed at reshaping urban living to foster resilience, inclusivity, and sustainability.The CompetitionThe Alt Urban Housing Challenge, hosted by TARA, a social…
A Celebration of Excellence in HospitalityThe MUSE Hotel Awards is a global competition that honors outstanding achievements in hotel and hospitality design, as well as exceptional service innovations. Recognized for its prestige, the awards celebrate industry leaders who redefine global…
The international architectural competition “Reinterpreting Tradition: Contemporary Insights Towards Buttoned Houses’ Technique” invites students worldwide to explore and reinterpret the unique heritage of Antalya’s Buttoned Houses (Düğmeli Evler). This competition is organized in partnership with the INTBAU Grassroots program, Antalya…
The Attendance School Design Challenge invites architects, designers, and innovators to envision a state-of-the-art educational institution. The challenge emphasizes creating a school that is innovative, sustainable, and architecturally distinctive. The project aims to set a new benchmark for school design…
The Kaira Looro Architecture Competition 2025 focuses on addressing the significant challenges faced by rural communities in Sub-Saharan Africa regarding access to quality educational facilities. This year’s competition invites architects, students, designers, engineers, and young professionals worldwide to design an…
In a globally interconnected world, celebrating cultural diversity and integration has become essential. The “A Global Sanctuary” competition challenges architects and designers to envision a hotel that transcends accommodation, transforming it into a dynamic hub for cultural exchange and understanding….
“Beyond Sight – The Blind Experience” is a revolutionary museum design competition organized by Archiol Competitions. This initiative aims to challenge conventional architectural norms by focusing on accessibility, inclusivity, and sensory engagement. It calls for participants to envision museum spaces…
The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) announces the 25th Annual Steel Design Student Competition for the 2024-2025 academic year. Sponsored by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and administered by the ACSA, this competition challenges undergraduate and…
The Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition is now open for submissions for its 2025 North American edition. Organized by Confindustria Ceramica and the Italian Trade Agency, this prestigious competition celebrates outstanding work by North American architects, designers, and students who…
The Village of Marou and the Land Art Generator Initiative (LAGI) invite designers and innovators worldwide to create a captivating permanent installation for the coastal village of Marou. This artwork will provide clean electricity, drinking water, and support sustainable tourism…
The Daxi Wood Art Ecomuseum proudly announces the 2nd Daxi International Wood Furniture Craft and Design Competition, inviting submissions from now until February 3, 2025. This year’s theme, “Storage,” challenges creators worldwide to reimagine wooden furniture design, blending traditional craftsmanship…
The Architectural League of New York invites young architects and designers to participate in the League Prize 2025: Plot. This competition encourages innovative design work across all mediums and project types, providing a platform for emerging talent to showcase their…
The Design Discovery Awards (D&A) aim to become one of the most prestigious international accolades across various design fields, including Architecture Design, Interior Design, Landscape Design, Product Design, and Graphic Design.These awards are dedicated to discovering and celebrating original and…
Architectural practices are at the forefront of addressing climate change, resource conservation, and sustainable design. Every structure built has the potential to either exacerbate or mitigate climate change. To truly achieve sustainability, architects must embrace cutting-edge approaches to water conservation,…
Concéntrico invites innovative participation through three calls for its 2025 festival in Logroño, Spain, held from 19 to 24 June 2025. These calls include Objects in the City, Third Landscape, and Picnic in the Vineyard, aiming to explore urban transformations…
IntroductionThe project focuses on sustainable building design by envisioning a cutting-edge renewable energy research center in Iceland that promotes collaboration, drives innovation, educates the public, serves as a landmark, and reflects the stunning natural beauty of Iceland’s landscapes.Brief Iceland is renowned…
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…
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…
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) 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…
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…
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