Ideas Contests
Spring Pavilion in Amsterdam
Source: switchcompetition.com Contestants will design a spring event pavilion in Amsterdam's Vondelpark. You can choose a place for a pavilion with an area of no more than 200 m² at your discretion, but it is imperative to harmoniously fit the new structure into the existing environment. The theme of spring, the revitalization of nature, flowering should be revealed in the architectural solution.
| registration dead-line: | 30.05.2019 | |
| dead-line for submitting projects: | 31.05.2019 | |
| open to: | professionals and students | |
| reg. contribution: | from € 40 to € 80 | |
| awards: | 1st place - € 1200; 2nd place - € 800; 3rd place - € 500 |
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Research Center on the Moon
Source: moonception.volzero.com The participants' task is to propose ideas for the creation of a research base on the Moon. It is necessary to provide all conditions for comfortable living and effective work of a group of 5 scientists and 10 space tourists. Recommended functional areas include sleeping and working spaces, an area for relaxation and communication, agricultural areas and others. The contestants' imagination is not limited by anything.
| registration dead-line: | 20.05.2019 | |
| dead-line for submitting projects: | 30.05.2019 | |
| open to: | of all | |
| reg. contribution: | before April 18 - $ 75; from April 19 to May 20 - $ 95 | |
| awards: | 1st place - $ 2000; 2nd place - $ 1200; 3rd place - $ 800 |
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The new life of Ripafratta castle
Source: reuseitaly.com Ripafratta Castle, one of the most important fortresses in Tuscany, underwent its last reconstruction back in 1504. Can life be brought back to medieval walls? The contestants are invited to answer this question. The winners will have the opportunity to present their designs in person at the Castle Festival next summer.
| dead-line: | 15.05.2019 | |
| open to: | of all | |
| reg. contribution: | from € 40 to € 60 | |
| awards: | 1st place - € 2000; 2nd place - € 300; 3rd place - € 200 |
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Down with loneliness
Source: bubblecompetitions.com The problem that the competition is dedicated to is the loneliness of people in the modern world. Participants are encouraged to reflect on whether loneliness can be dealt with through architecture and design. The location, scale, functionality of projects are not regulated - you can let your fantasy fly.
| registration dead-line: | 08.04.2019 | |
| dead-line for submitting projects: | 12.04.2019 | |
| open to: | of all | |
| reg. contribution: | £ 30 to £ 60 | |
| awards: | prize pool - £ 1500 |
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Prototyping the future
The competition is timed to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the Bauhaus and invites participants to present their vision of a better world. Projects should solve this or that social problem, regardless of its scale, contribute to the creation of a comfortable and safe environment for human life. The authors of the 20 best projects will present them personally at an exhibition in Berlin.
| dead-line: | 31.03.2019 | |
| open to: | designers, architects, planners, urbanists | |
| reg. contribution: | not |
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Open world
Source: competition-open-world.rf The competition is held within the framework of the state program "Accessible Environment" and is dedicated to creating a comfortable barrier-free environment for people with disabilities. Works are accepted in five categories:
- Public barrier-free spaces
- Open, barrier-free spaces
- Residential barrier-free spaces
- Object design for barrier-free space
- Objects of cultural heritage (monuments of history and culture)
| dead-line: | 01.11.2020 | |
| open to: | architects, designers, architectural and design bureaus | |
| reg. contribution: | not |
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Park on the territory of the Pachacamac temple
On the eve of the celebration of the 200th anniversary of Peru's independence, the city authorities of Lima are holding a competition for the design of a public park on the territory of the ancient temple complex of Pachacamac. The park will help draw attention to the country's historical and landscape heritage, and will also become a new point of attraction for residents and visitors of Peru. The best project is planned to be implemented.
| dead-line: | 25.04.2019 | |
| open to: | architects, landscape architects with relevant experience | |
| reg. contribution: | not | |
| awards: | 1st place - $ 25,000; 2nd place - $ 10,000; 3rd place - $ 5000 |
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Memorial to the founders
Source: foundersmemorialcompetition.sg The aim of the competition is to select the best Founders Memorial project to be erected in Singapore to honor the country's heritage, strengthen the solidarity of its inhabitants and convey the ideals and values of the nation to future generations. Before the competition, a public opinion poll was conducted in the country - the wishes of the Singaporeans formed the basis of the task. At the first, qualifying, stage, teams will be selected that will be directly involved in the development of projects.
| registration dead-line: | 05.04.2019 | |
| dead-line for submitting projects: | 21.10.2019 | |
| open to: | architects, architectural firms, interdisciplinary teams | |
| reg. contribution: | $150 |
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Accommodation at the site of the Zizkov freight station
Source: competition-zizkov.com The competition is dedicated to the redevelopment of the territory of the Zizkov freight yard in Prague. It is planned to build housing and create the necessary infrastructure here. The competition is held in two stages. The first one is qualifying. In the second, five finalist teams will work on project development.
| registration dead-line: | 26.03.2019 | |
| dead-line for submitting projects: | 21.05.2019 | |
| open to: | architects, architectural bureaus | |
| reg. contribution: | not | |
| awards: | reward for the finalist teams - € 10,000 |
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Eco-friendly home Straw Bale
Source: go.about-haus.com Contestants are invited to design a small private house to be built in the Spanish city of Guadalajara using the Straw Bale technology - from straw blocks. In your work, you need to provide for all the necessary functional premises, as well as take into account the comments of the future owner. The best project will get a chance to be implemented.
| registration dead-line: | 05.05.2019 | |
| dead-line for submitting projects: | 19.05.2019 | |
| open to: | of all | |
| reg. contribution: | before March 19 - $ 80; from March 20 to May 5 - $ 100 | |
| awards: | 1st place - $ 1500; 2nd place - $ 500; 3rd place - $ 300 |
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2019 RAIC International Prize
Source: internationalprize.raic.org The prize is awarded to architects or bureaus from any country in the world for outstanding achievements in the field of architecture. Projects implemented over the past two years are accepted for consideration. Evaluation criteria include the aesthetics and functionality of the building; compliance with the context, natural and climatic conditions; social, cultural, economic and political significance. The decision of the judges will not be affected by the length of service and experience of the applicants, but only by the quality and humanistic orientation of the projects.
| dead-line: | 26.04.2019 | |
| open to: | architects, teams of architects, architectural firms | |
| reg. contribution: | 500 Canadian dollars | |
| awards: | CAD 100,000 and a figurine by Wei Yew |
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Tamayouz International 2019
Source: tamayouz-award.com The Tamayouz International Prize is awarded for the best diploma projects in the field of architecture, urban planning, and landscape design. The jury is annually formed from world-class architects and urbanists. The winners will receive scholarships for continuing education, travel grants, and participation in urban planning workshops.
| dead-line: | 01.08.2019 | |
| open to: | undergraduate students | |
| reg. contribution: | from $ 30 to $ 50 | |
| awards: | scholarships for continuing education, travel grants and participation in workshops |
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Reflections. Light installations and video mapping competition
Source: gatchinanights.ru The competition is held within the framework of the "Night of Light in Gatchina" festival. Participants selected in two nominations - lighting installations and video mapping - will be able to present their work during the festival. The organizers will reimburse the expenses for the implementation of projects in an amount not exceeding 100,000 rubles.
| registration dead-line: | 29.03.2019 | |
| dead-line for submitting projects: | 30.04.2019 | |
| open to: | students, artists, designers, architects under the age of 35 | |
| reg. contribution: | not |
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