Unbuilt projects hold untapped potential. They tell stories of creativity, vision, and exploration. The Unbuilt Award 2025 shines a spotlight on these extraordinary designs, creating a platform for ideas that redefine boundaries.
With categories for small, medium, and large-scale projects, this competition ensures every vision receives the attention it deserves. No qualifications are required—this open call is for everyone, everywhere.
Categories
- Small Wonders: Up to 100m²
- Medium Marvels: 101–999m²
- Large Visions: Over 1,000m²
100,000 € PRIZE FUND
Winners will share a total prize fund of 100,000 € and will also be featured in Buildner's exclusive printed book, ensuring lasting recognition.
The Continuum Trophy
The winner of each category will receive a trophy designed by Germans Ermičs, known for his innovative approach to materiality and color. The Continuum Trophy symbolizes the persistence of thought and the fluid nature of creativity, serving as a timeless reminder that ideas are never lost—only transformed.
ArchDaily Internship Opportunity
One selected winner will be awarded a 3-6 month remote internship at ArchDaily in 2026, offering experience in architectural media, publishing, and editorial processes. The internship is paid and up to ten hours per week, open to participants age 18 and older worldwide, and requires strong proficiency in English.
To be considered, participants must submit a CV in PDF format as part of their competition entry. Only one winner will be chosen, independently selected by ArchDaily.
Competition Schedule
- Advanced Registration: 07 March – 11 September
- Last Minute Registration: 12 September – 30 October
- Registration Deadline: 30 October 2025
- Submission Deadline: 20 November 2025, 23:59 (London Time)
- Winners Announcement: 17 December 2025
Jury Panel
- Amale Andraos – Co-Founder, WORKac; Columbia GSAPP, United States
- David Basulto – Founder, ArchDaily, Germany
- Manuela Gatto – Director, Zaha Hadid Architects, United Kingdom
- Christele Harrouk – Editor in Chief, ArchDaily, Lebanon
- Melodie Leung – Director, Zaha Hadid Architects, United Kingdom
- Amanda Levete – Founder, AL_A
- Michael Meredith – Princeton University, MOS, United States
- Lyndon Neri – Neri&Hu; Design and Research Office, China
- Will Plowman – Partner at Foster + Partners, UAE
- Carlo Ratti – Director, MIT Senseable City Lab, United States
For detailed jury information, visit the competition website.
Open to Everyone, Everywhere, No Qualifications Required
The Unbuilt Award 2025 is an open invitation to present designs that inspire and challenge conventions. Celebrate the creative journey and showcase your work to a global audience.
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Title
Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Your Unbuilt Architectural Ideas! €100,000 PrizeType
Call for SubmissionsWebsite
Organizers
BuildnerRegistration Deadline
October 30, 2025 11:59 PMSubmission Deadline
November 20, 2025 11:59 PMPrice
100,000 €
Visit unblt.com for full competition details and registration.
