External Competitions

Registration Deadline: Jan 10, 2025; Submission Deadline: Jan 10, 2025

New Practices New York, a biennial competition since 2006, serves as a preeminent platform to recognize and promote new and innovative architecture and design firms in New York City. Organized by the AIANY New Practices Committee, this juried portfolio competition honors designers that apply unique and innovative strategies, both in the projects they undertake and the practices they have established.

2025 Theme: Voice

After a pause since the last award cycle in 2020, we are excited to relaunch the ninth edition of the New Practices New York Award for 2025. In the intervening years, the world has experienced major upheaval, and the field of architecture has been met with both challenges and opportunities in light of those changes, opening new questions about how we work, respond, evolve and adapt. 

In this new context, we seek New York City-based architecture and design practices who offer a distinctive voice in engaging the critical issues that are relevant now. In particular, we call for portfolios with innovative design work and thinking that draws upon the idea of voice, both as an expression of unique identity and as an instrument for communicating purpose and intent. We seek practices that use the agency of their voice to expand the role of the practitioner in crafting new approaches and models for working in architecture, to promote a spirit of experimentation in the design process, and to provoke creative and adaptive bodies of work. 

As a new practice, how do you “find your voice” and establish a fresh point of view that can be distinguished amid a saturation of images, information, data, and the emergence of AI? When and how do you “raise your voice” and assert your practice in engaging critical issues or as an agent for positive change for communities and the built environment? What do you have to say and how do you express the tone, tenor, and message of your voice? 

Through this call for entries, we are looking to discover and highlight a diverse array of voices in architecture that stand out both for their contributions as a singular practice and together as a cohort of voices in complementary and collective dialogue with one another.

Design Jury:

Alice Grandoit-Šutka, Co-founder & Editor in Chief, Deem Journal

Kim Yao, FAIA, Principal, Architecture Research Office

Chris Leong, Co-founder, Leong Leong

Jaffer Kolb, Co-founder, New Affiliates

Beatrice Galilee, Co-founder & Executive Director, The World Around

Details

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Registration Deadline: Mar 14, 2025; Submission Deadline: Mar 14, 2025

TerraViva launches LA JUANITA, a new architecture competition in which participants will work on the design of a contemporary house facing the amazing natural landscape of Paraná’s river (Argentina).

Prizes up to 8.000 € will be awarded to the winners selected by an international jury panel composed, among others, by Giancarlo Mazzanti (El Equipo Mazzanti), Virginia Theilig (FAPyD), Diego Arraigada (Diego Arraigada Arquitectos) and Luciana Lembo (Adamo-Faiden).

BRIEF

The idea of ‘La Juanita’ as a permanent housing location invites architects and designers to imagine what an Argentine home would look like today, nestled in a riverside landscape that slows the frenetic pace of city life and fosters a deep connection with the natural context.

The villa should be designed for a family of four, with the possibility of receiving and eventually accommodating a couple of guests who will enjoy all the comforts and privacy.

PRIZES & MENTIONS

• 1^st Prize: 4.000€
• 2^nd Prize: 2.000€
• 3^rd Prize: 1.000€
• 2 Golden Mentions: 500€ each
• 10 Honorable Mentions: coupon for a free competition
• 30 Finalists: published on TerraViva channels

GUIDELINES

The design can be single-story or spread over two levels (ground floor + first floor). Both compact and more dispersed layouts will be equally considered. The layout, size and arrangement of the home’s intimate and social spaces, as well as their relationships and spatial hierarchies, will be at the discretion of the designers.

Designers are invited to incorporate double-height spaces, semi-covered areas, pergolas, galleries, terraces and exterior flooring treatments, ensuring a gradual transition from the interior to the surrounding nature. These intermediate zones will be crucial for the everyday use of the house, providing enjoyment throughout the year. Do not forget to enhance and value the incredible views with your design proposal.  It will be essential to consider the characteristics of sun exposure, visuals and topography of the site.

REQUESTED MATERIAL

Two A1 panels (59,4 x 84,1 cm) landscape oriented + a brief text describing the proposal (250-500 words);

JURY

• Giancarlo Mazzanti (Bogotá, Colombia) | El Equipo Mazzanti
• Virginia Theilig (Rosario, Argentina) | FAPyD
• Diego Arraigada (Rosario, Argentina) | Diego Arraigada Arquitectos
• Luciana Lembo (Buenos Aires, Argentina) | Adamo-Faiden
• Alejandro Puente (Quito, Equador) | PESA
• Sara Alves (Barcelona, Spain)| TWOBO Arquitectos
• Loris L. Perillo (Basel, Switzerland) | Commisura
• Tongtong Zhang (Los Angeles, USA) | RIOS

SCHEDULE

• Competition Opening: October 14^th  
• 69 € “Early” Registrations: October 14^th – December 13^th
• 89 € “Standard” Registrations: December 13^th – February 14^th   
• 109 € “Late” Registrations: February 14^th – March 14^th   
• Submission Deadline: March 14^th (3:00 pm CET)
• Winners Announcement: April 14^th   

Download full brief here: https://www.terravivacompetitions.com/la-juanita-competition-2024

REQUIREMENTS & ELIGIBILITY

The competition is open to architects, landscape designers, interior designers, students, enthusiasts, engineers, artists, makers and anyone interested in the fields of architecture and design. Participants can join the competition either individually or with a team.

More information at: www.terravivacompetitions.com

Contact: [email protected]

 

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Registration Deadline: Apr 30, 2025; Submission Deadline: Jun 2, 2025

WHAT IS A HOME?

A house and a home aren’t always the same thing. And while the aspects that make a place your home aren’t limited to physical attributes, architecture can still have a huge impact. Cultural differences, location, resources, and the format of your family will all influence what you look for in a home. And in a world that seems to be changing faster than ever, can architects and designers anticipate the needs of new-age homes?

SHEIKH ZAYED HOUSING PROGRAMME

As the second competition in the series following the success of the first House of the Future 2023/24, we continue our exploration into the future of living spaces for Emirati citizens in United Arab Emirates. This year, in collaboration with the Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme, we remain steadfast in our mission: to find innovative designs that resonate with the architectural aesthetic of the UAE and address the functional needs of its people. The assignment does not change; we are looking for visionary concepts that offer a fresh take on the Emirati home, balancing tradition with modernity.

250,000 € PRIZE AND POTENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

Winning entries will not only be considered for construction by the United Arab Emirates Government but will also share in the 250,000 € prize fund, making this a incredible opportunity for architects and designers worldwide. Open to all levels of expertise from any location, the House of the Future 2024/25 encourages creativity within the parameters of practicality, with a budget cap of 1.2 million Emirati Dirhams.

JURY PANEL

The jury for the House of the Future competition includes prominent architects and leaders in architecture firms:

• Andrew Mason – Director of Contracts, Calat rava International (UAE) 

• Will Plowman – Partner, Foster + Partners (UAE) 

• Bertrand Schippan – MVRDV (Netherlands) 

• Charles Walker – Director, Zaha Hadid Architects (UK) 

• Alison Brooks – Founder, Alison Brooks Architects (UK) 

• Ahmed Bukhash – Founder, Archidentity (UAE) 

• Micael Calatrava – Calatrava Grace / Calatrava International (UAE) 

• Sumaya Dabbagh – Founder, Dabbagh Architects (UAE)

The jury combines expertise from renowned international and UAE-based firms, bringing a diverse perspective to the competition.

OPEN TO EVERYONE, EVERYWHERE, NO QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

This call to action invites participants to contribute to UAE evolving landscape by designing homes that are ready for the future, today. It’s an opportunity to shape the next generation of housing in the UAE, creating spaces that are adaptable, sustainable, and deeply connected to the rich cultural heritage of the Emirati people.

REGISTER NOW – houseofthefuture.info

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Registration Deadline: Mar 6, 2025; Submission Deadline: Nov 20, 2025

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025 marks the inception of an annual competition dedicated to celebrating architectural design excellence. As pioneers in organizing architecture competitions worldwide, the Buildner Award is set to honor outstanding contemporary architecture from across the globe. Over the years, Buildner has established itself as a prominent and respected platform in the architectural community, attracting millions of visitors, including professionals and enthusiasts alike.

For over a decade, Buildner has spearheaded more than 150 architecture competitions, engaging nearly 400 esteemed architects and academic professionals as jury members and connecting with students from almost 1,400 architecture schools and universities worldwide.

The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2025 extends an exclusive opportunity for architects and designers to highlight and celebrate their architectural and design achievements that have yet to be realized. This international competition invites submissions of unbuilt work that participants are most proud of, regardless of whether these projects are published or unpublished, fully designed or still conceptual.

This year’s Buildner Unbuilt Award introduces three distinct categories for submission: small, medium, and large-scale projects. This classification ensures that every entry, regardless of size or scope, is acknowledged and celebrated. We encourage participants to select the category that best fits the scale of their visionary projects, offering a platform for every idea to shine.

Competition Schedule

Early Bird Registration: OCTOBER 31 – MARCH 6
Advance Registration: MARCH 7 – SEPTEMBER 11
Last Minute Registration: SEPTEMBER 12 – OCTOBER 30 

Final registration deadline: OCTOBER 30, 2025 
Closing date for submission: NOVEMBER 20, 2025 23:59 (LONDON TIME)
Announcement of the winners: DECEMBER 17, 2025 

Prize

The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2025 offers a mind-blowing prize pool of €100,000, highlighting the competition’s commitment to celebrating and supporting architectural innovation. This substantial prize underscores the value of creative and visionary architectural concepts.

Don’t miss out—register now to be part of this exciting architectural journey – unblt.com

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Registration Deadline: Nov 27, 2024; Submission Deadline: Dec 12, 2024

· The establishment of a representative library as a landmark in Pyeongtaek will serve as the city’s knowledge
hub and a comprehensive collection center for local resources, playing a central role in building collaborative
networks.

· We aim to create a user-centered library that serves as a living room for citizens and a multifunctional cultural
space, flexibly responding to the rapidly changing society and reflecting the diverse needs of the community.By
building a future-oriented library, we will introduce spaces and services capable of adapting to the latest
technological trends. 

 1. Competition Overview

– location 2687 Godeok-dong, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do (Godeok International City Planning District,
Block 1)

– Site Area : 20,000㎡

– Regional Districts : Natural Green Zone, Earth Unit Planning Area (Godeok International Planning Area)

– Estimated Construction Cost : KRW 36,003,000,000 ((Including VAT), Excluding electrical work)

– Estimated design cost : KRW 1,906,000,000 ((Including VAT), Compensation costs separate)

– Design period : 450day. from the start of the service period (Public holidays included.)

2. Competition Schedule
[1st]

– Registration : 2024. 11. 13 (Wen) ~ 11. 27 (Wen) Until17:00

– On-site briefing session : 2024. 11. 18 (Mon) 14:00

– Inquiry reception : 2024. 11. 25 (Mon) ~ 11. 27 (Wen) Until17:00

– Inquiry feedback : 2024. 11. 27 (Wen)

– Submissions of entries : 2024. 12. 18 (Wen)

– Entry evaluation : 2024. 12. 18 (Wed)

– Winner Announcement : 2024. 12. 20 (Fri)
[2st]

– Registration : 2024. 12. 23 (Mon) ~ 12. 30 (Mon) Until17:00

– Inquiry reception : 2024. 12. 30 (Mon) ~ 12. 31 (Tue) 17:00

– Inquiry feedback : 2025. 01. 03 (Fri)

– Submissions of entries : 2025. 02. 20. (Thu) Until17:00 (60day)

– Technical Review: 2025. 02. 24 (Mon)

– Entry evaluation : 2025. 02. 27 (Thu)

– Winner Announcement : 2025. 03. 04 (Tue)

※Other

– Management of the Competition : Flat Architecture Office ([email protected])

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TerraViva launches MOUNTAIN GUARDIAN, a new architecture competition that invites the participants to work on the design of an alpine bivouac immersed in the wonderful natural context of Stelvio National Park (Italy). Prizes up to 10.000 € will be awarded to the winners selected by an international jury panel composed, among others, by Matteo Francesco

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Organizer: International Awards Associate (IAA) Award Title: 2025 French Design Awards Category: Design, Architectural Design, Interior Design, Visual Arts Eligibility: Open to public Registration: https://frenchdesignawards.com/sign-up.php Winner Benefits: https://frenchdesignawards.com/design-awards.php#benefits Venue: Online Entry Registration Deadline: 12 Sep 2024 – 10 Jan 2025 Price: $209 – $249 Early Bird (12 Sep – 15 Oct 2024) – $209 Regular

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International Design Competition for the National Archives Museum In order to select the optimal design for the establishment of the ‘National Archives Museum’, which will provide an opportunity to experience the excellent documentary heritage of the Republic of Korea and to feel the value of records and the importance of records management, we hereby announce

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