Kharkiv, the second-largest city of Ukraine noted for its combination of culture, education, and industry, is a mere thirty kilometres from the Russian border. Its long-term masterplan is being created by a local and international team led by the Norman Foster Foundation. This followed a request for help by the mayor to me, in my
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Submission:16th March 2025Registration:14th March 2025Location:IcelandLanguage:EnglishPrizes:View websiteType:Architecture Renewable Energy Research Center of Iceland The project focuses on sustainable building design by envisioning a cutting-edge research center in Iceland that promotes collaboration,…
The Deborah J. Norden Fund, a program of The Architectural League of New York, was established in 1995 in memory of architect and arts administrator Deborah Norden. The competition awards travel grants to students and recent graduates committed to the study of architecture, architectural history, and urban studies.
For thirty years, the Fund has supported a diverse and fascinating array of projects, from the social impact of new architecture and planning interventions in Medellín, Colombia, to the insertion of built form into fragile ecosystems in Australia, to the role of cultural institutions in rural development in Brazil. After three decades of supporting exceptional research, the 2025 cycle of the Norden Fund competition will be the final granting year of the program.
See the full list of past Norden Fund grantees.
In 2025, the Norden Fund will award a grant of up to $7,500 to one individual or team. Applicants must submit a proposal of up to three pages which succinctly describes the objectives of the grant request and how it will contribute to the applicant’s intellectual and creative development. In addition to the proposal, applicants should include the following elements in their submission:
An addendum of no more than four pages may be submitted in order to include images, maps, or other supporting material.
Applicants must also supply two letters of recommendation from individuals who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s ability and project. Should you apply as a team, two recommendations per group is sufficient.
The application process is extremely competitive. The intention of the fund is to support genuinely independent projects that require travel. Grant funds cannot be used for tuition, and grants will not be awarded to support participation in an organized program, such as a university’s summer abroad program. While requests for support of dissertation research will be considered, they are not a priority of the Fund.
Preference will be given to strong proposals from applicants who have not had this sort of opportunity before, as well as students whose institutions do not provide extensive travel funding. Please note that applicants are not required to be enrolled in or have graduated from a professional architectural degree program, such as a BArch or MArch program. Instead, applicants should demonstrate a commitment to the study of the built environment.
Eligibility
The competition is open only to current full-time residents (who need not be citizens) of the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
No current Architectural League board or staff members are eligible to participate in the competition. With the exception listed below, no employees of firms or immediate family (spouse/partner; children; siblings) of current board members, staff members, or jury members are eligible to participate in the competition. Individuals who work for the firms of League board members may enter the competition if they are submitting independent work carried out without connection to the firm. Past Deborah J. Norden Fund grantees are ineligible to apply.
Submission requirements
Applicants must submit their proposals, résumés, schedules, budgets, and optional addenda digitally as one letter-size PDF. Please do not include a cover page.The applicant’s name and project title must appear on the top of the first page of the PDF. The PDF file name should be formatted as “Primary Contact Last Name_Proposal.pdf”. The applicant should complete and upload their PDF proposal via Formstack; it must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. ET on Monday, February 24, 2025. Faxed, mailed, and late applications will not be accepted.
The two letters of recommendation must be sent directly by the recommenders to The Architectural League, uploaded as a PDF using a separate Formstack form. Letters of recommendation must be received by Friday, March 7, 2025. Mailed copies of letters will not be accepted.
Awards will be announced in May 2025.
BRIEF
The annual Tactical Urbanism NOW! competition is set to encourage creative and forward-thinking designers to propose new original spaces fostering long-term and sustainable changes. For its 5th edition, the competition invites participants to embrace a “hyperlocal yet scalable” mindset.
The challenges of the 21st century demand new models of urban living, driven by evolving environmental concerns, shifting social dynamics and technological innovation. In recent years, cities have become laboratories for bold experimentation, rethinking how public spaces can respond to the complexities of contemporary life.
Tactical Urbanism NOW! calls on architects, planners, designers and creatives from all disciplines to propose projects that redefine the role of public spaces in a dynamic and interconnected world.
PRIZES & MENTIONS
GUIDELINES
The competition seeks projects that not only solve functional issues but also spark community engagement, resilience, and sustainability. Whether transforming an empty lot into a dynamic neighborhood gathering spot or reinventing an underpass as a thriving public space, the goal is to demonstrate how small, thoughtful changes can leave a lasting impact on the urban fabric.
As always, this competition allows participants to choose any location worldwide for their intervention. The key lies in demonstrating how your chosen site can become a catalyst for transformation. The idea is to discover opportunities in areas that might otherwise be overlooked, leveraging simple, tactical changes to breathe new life into them.
While the possibilities are endless, contestants are asked to explain the reasoning behind their concept. These small-scale projects, like acupuncture points, channel energy into the urban fabric, igniting systemic improvements that resonate far beyond their immediate footprint.
REQUESTED MATERIAL
Two A1 panels (59,4 x 84,1 cm) landscape oriented + a brief text describing the proposal (250-500 words);
JURY
SCHEDULE
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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.
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TerraViva has officially released the complete list of awarded projects of the architecture contest entitled “Living Ruins”. With the ambitious goal of revitalising the abandoned village of Kayaköy, the Living Ruins competition invited participants to propose designs for an open-air museum that would conserve and revalorise this mystical site. Nestled within the Mediterranean landscape, this
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The Daxi Wood Art Ecomuseum is pleased to announce the opening of submissions for the 2nd Daxi International Wood Furniture Craft and Design Competition. Entries are welcome from now until February 3, 2025. The competition calls on creators worldwide to reimagine the potential of wooden furniture design through the lens of “storage.” This theme highlights the harmonious blend of traditional woodworking craftsmanship and contemporary design innovation, celebrating the distinctive aesthetics and functionality of wooden furniture. Designers from around the globe are warmly invited to engage in this dynamic and creative journey.
The competition features two categories: the Open Group and the Youth Group, offering a total prize pool of US$ 43,000. The Grand Prize for the Open Group is set at US$12,000, while the Grand Prize for the Youth Group is US$7,700, with a total of 16 award opportunities available. Open to all who are passionate about wooden furniture design, regardless of nationality, profession, or residence, the competition invites participants to embark on a journey of creativity and innovation, exploring the boundless possibilities of wooden furniture design together.
Daxi, Taoyuan, boasts a rich woodcraft industry that dates back to the 19th century. With a legacy spanning over a century, Daxi’s comprehensive woodworking industry encompasses sawmilling, design creation, and bespoke woodcraft services. The Ecomuseum has been a vital partner in preserving and promoting Daxi’s woodworking heritage. Through dedicated research, exhibitions, educational outreach, and artisan training, the Ecomuseum plays a pivotal role in fostering the region’s woodcraft culture. In 2023, the Ecomuseum launched the inaugural Daxi International Wood Furniture Craft and Design Competition, drawing an impressive 519 entries from 14 countries and regions. The competition culminated in 16 exceptional winning designs, which were showcased through exhibitions and tours, strengthening cultural exchanges between Daxi, Taiwan, and the global woodworking community. Building on this success, the Ecomuseum aims to continue hosting this competition, creating an international platform for woodcraft creators to exchange ideas and expertise. By connecting local and global talent, the Ecomuseum seeks to preserve and innovate woodcraft traditions, establishing Daxi as a world-renowned hub for woodworking talent.
The theme for this year’s competition, “Storage,” reflects the evolving needs of contemporary living spaces and changing lifestyle dynamics. Beyond fulfilling the basic function of storing items, the competition encourages participants to integrate thoughtful innovations that address spatial dimensions, lifestyle aesthetics, and user convenience. Creators are invited to go beyond traditional frameworks, incorporating elements of expandability, adaptability, and multipurpose use. They are also encouraged to experiment with diverse materials, blending traditional woodworking techniques with modern design language and creative philosophies, bringing warmth and imagination to home living.
Alexei Navalny – the leader of the Russian opposition whose courage and fight for freedom continues to inspire millions, even after his death. Murdered by Putin, Navalny’s legacy and his unshakeable belief in a free, peaceful and democratic Russia lives on.
We are calling for designs for the monument to Navalny, which will mark his grave in the Borisovskoye Cemetery, Moscow. In Putin’s dictatorship, any hint of dissent is brutally put down, but the Alexei Navalny memorial will be a symbol of hope and strength for all who dream of a free and fair country. Indeed, it will be one of the only places in Russia where, by visiting Navalny’s grave, people can express their political views – just as we saw at Navalny’s funeral, where thousands came to lay flowers and messages, while also calling for an end to the war with Ukraine and to Putin’s regime.
The best three designs for this remembrance place will be chosen by Alexei Navalny’s family. On 4 February these three designs will be put to a public vote. The most popular one will be made into the Alexei Navalny memorial.
We invite anyone with whom Navalny’s message of democracy resonates to take part in creating this people’s memorial and beacon of hope for a different Russia
See all details on https://navalny.memorial/en
The Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design at the University of Arkansas, in partnership with DesignConnects and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, invites architects, designers, artists and creatives from across the United States and its territories to submit exhibit design proposals for PORCH: An Architecture of Generosity, the U.S. Pavilion exhibition at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia.
PORCH focuses on the representation of the U.S. through the contemporary manifestation of the porch in American architecture – a quintessential constructed place that is at once social and environmental, tectonic and performative, hospitable and intimate, generous and democratic. The U.S. Pavilion’s theme highlights an enduring American architectural typology that persists across scales, geographies, communities, construction methods and histories. PORCH also complements the Biennale Architettura 2025’s theme, Intelligens: Natural. Artificial. Collective., spotlighting architecture’s role in addressing climate change and fostering forward-looking solutions for adaptation and renewal.
Architects, landscape architects, designers, artists, design firms, nonprofits, public agencies and individuals from across the U.S. and its territories are invited to respond to the Open Call. The U.S. Pavilion’s interior exhibition will feature at least 50 participant displays, encouraging proposals from citizens, states and territories nationwide, as well as from design practices of any size or discipline. Eligible entries must have been built or completed after 2000. A separate call for participation, launching in mid-January 2025, will permit unbuilt and speculative projects from students and schools of architecture and design.
The Open Call for Participation will be conducted in two phases, accepting initial submissions through a dedicated portal (porchusavenice2025.org/open-call) from December 3, 2024, to January 17, 2025. Projects will be evaluated by the PORCH design team leads, working with prominent figures from architectural and design arenas. The announcement of at least 50 exhibitors will be made on February 3, 2025, and selected participants will receive a modest stipend to support the further development of their proposals into a designated format for exhibition.
PORCH: An Architecture of Generosity will debut publicly on May 10, 2025, at the opening of the 19th International Architecture Exhibition.
The Harvard University Graduate School of Design (GSD) is pleased to announce the 2025 cycle of the Wheelwright Prize, an open international competition that awards $100,000 to a talented early-career architect to support new forms of architectural research. The 2025 Wheelwright Prize is now accepting applications.
The deadline for submissions is Sunday, February 9, 2025.
The annual Wheelwright Prize is dedicated to fostering expansive, intensive design research that shows potential to make a significant impact on architectural discourse. The prize is open to emerging architects practicing anywhere in the world. The primary eligibility requirement is that applicants must have received a degree from a professionally accredited architecture program in the past 15 years. An affiliation with the GSD is not required. Applicants are asked to submit a portfolio and research proposal that includes travel outside the applicant’s home country. In preparing a portfolio, applicants are encouraged to consider the various formats through which architectural research and practice can be expressed, including but not limited to built work, curatorial practice, and written output.
The winning architect is expected to dedicate roughly two years of concentrated research related to their proposal, and to present a lecture on their findings at the conclusion of that research. Throughout the research process, Wheelwright Prize jury members and other GSD faculty are committed to providing regular guidance and peer feedback, in support of the project’s overall growth and development.
In 2013, the GSD recast the Arthur W. Wheelwright Traveling Fellowship—established in 1935 in memory of Wheelwright, Class of 1887—into its current form. Intended to encourage the study of architecture outside the United States at a time when international travel was difficult, the Fellowship was available only to GSD alumni. Past fellows have included Paul Rudolph, Eliot Noyes, William Wurster, Christopher Tunnard, I. M. Pei, Farès el-Dahdah, Adele Santos, and Linda Pollak.
The GSD awarded the 2024 Wheelwright Prize to Thandi Loewenson for her proposal, Black Papers: Beyond the Politics of Land, Towards African Policies of Earth & Air. Through her research, Loewenson engages a dynamic terrain of social and spatial relations in contemporary Africa.
An international jury for the 2025 Wheelwright Prize will be announced in January 2025 via the GSD’s website.
Applicants will be judged on the quality of their design work, scholarly accomplishments, originality and persuasiveness of the research proposal, evidence of ability to fulfill the proposed project, and potential for the proposed project to make important and direct contributions to architectural discourse.
Applications are accepted online only, via the Wheelwright Prize website; questions may be directed to info [at] wheelwrightprize.org.
A Global Sanctuary: Designing Hotel for Cultural Exchange Introduction In an increasingly interconnected world, the celebration of cultural diversity and fusion stands as a cornerstone of modern society. This competition invites architects and designers to conceptualize a hotel that transcends mere accommodation, transforming it into a dynamic sanctuary for cultural exchange and understanding. The
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