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, chosen by an esteemed jury that includes Giancarlo Mazzanti (El Equipo Mazzanti), Virginia Theilig (FAPyD), Diego Arraigada (Diego Arraigada Arquitectos), and Luciana Lembo (Adamo-Faiden).
Competition Brief
The ‘La Juanita’ project invites architects and designers to reimagine contemporary Argentine homes as a serene riverside retreat. The design should accommodate a family of four, with additional space to host two guests. The home should provide privacy, comfort, and offer seamless connections with the natural surroundings, promoting a slower pace of life away from the city.
Prizes & Mentions
- 1st Prize: €4,000
- 2nd Prize: €2,000
- 3rd Prize: €1,000
- 2 Golden Mentions: €500 each
- 10 Honorable Mentions: Free competition entry
- 30 Finalists: Featured on TerraViva platforms
Design Guidelines
Participants are encouraged to design either a single-story house or a two-story structure (ground floor + first floor). The layout of intimate and social spaces is flexible, and designers are invited to incorporate elements such as double-height spaces, terraces, galleries, and pergolas, which transition smoothly from indoor to outdoor environments. Emphasizing the views and integrating the landscape with the design is a key aspect. Consideration of sun exposure and topography is essential.
Requested Materials
- Two A1 panels (59.4 x 84.1 cm) in landscape orientation
- A brief text (250-500 words) describing the design
Jury Panel
- Giancarlo Mazzanti | El Equipo Mazzanti
- Virginia Theilig | FAPyD
- Diego Arraigada | Diego Arraigada Arquitectos
- Luciana Lembo | Adamo-Faiden
- Alejandro Puente | PESA
- Sara Alves | TWOBO Arquitectos
- Loris L. Perillo | Commisura
- Tongtong Zhang | RIOS
Key Dates & Registration Fees
- Competition Opening: October 14th
- Early Registrations (€69): October 14th – December 13th
- Standard Registrations (€89): December 13th – February 14th
- Late Registrations (€109): February 14th – March 14th
- Submission Deadline: March 14th, 3:00 pm CET
- Winners Announcement: April 14th
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