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The New Exhibition Building of the Hungarian Natural History Museum in Debrecen: International Design Competition

Debreceni Infrastruktúra Fejlesztő Kft. (Debrecen Infrastructure Development Ltd., hereinafter referred to as the "Contracting Authority") announces a call for an international architectural design competition (hereinafter referred to as the "Design Competition") titled "The New Exhibition Building of the Hungarian Natural History Museum in Debrecen". The aim of the competition is to design a building for the museum aligned with the functions already located on site.

Water as Leverage City Champion Challenge - Open Call

The Water as Leverage Multilevel Climate Action Programme (WaL) proudly presents the City Champion Challenge - an initiative designed to drive innovative solutions for the most pressing water-related climate challenges in urban environments, such as flooding, drought and pollution. Urban stakeholders and cities who have developed initiatives that promote just, and sustainable water and climate resilience are invited to submit their initiative. The Challenge offers a unique opportunity of collaboration between leading cities and stakeholders, gaining international visibility and contributing to addressing critical water-related challenges through inclusive and integrated solutions.

Norman Foster Foundation Kharkiv Freedom Square Revival

The city of Kharkiv stands as Ukraine's second-largest city and has been considerably affected by the ongoing conflict due to its proximity to the border with Russia. During the first conversation between the Kharkiv Mayor and Norman Foster in the United Nations' Second Forum of Mayors, the Mayor underscored the importance of creating a new landmark for the city. This ideas competition seeks to inspire local and international experts to propose design solutions for an iconic building in Kharkiv—the Regional Administration Building—as well as for the public realm of the adjacent Freedom Square. The proposals should offer a holistic intervention that envisions a prosperous future while enhancing the historical significance and identity of Kharkiv. This competition is part of the larger Kharkiv concept Masterplan project: a local and international initiative of the Kharkiv City Council, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) within the framework of the UN4UkrainianCities initiative, the Norman Foster Foundation and Arup among others.

Open Call: Festival des Architectures Vives 2025

Every year, the Festival is visited by a large public. In 2024, it received 13,000 visitors and has been widely published in France and abroad.

Call for Entries: 2025 Forge Prize

Do you have a visionary idea that pushes the boundary of what's possible? The Forge Prize from the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), challenges architects, educators, and students to create design concepts that embrace innovations in steel as the primary structural material--and $25,000 in prizes.

Body, Perception, and Movement

As human beings constructed buildings that enacted bold social experiments, they connected body and architecture through elements such as gesture, scale, proportion, and sensory dimensions. Dearq Journal invites the international academic community to submit original and unpublished research or reflection articles that address this relationship between architecture and the body, perception, and movement.

Open Call: AI in Practice Competition

We are thrilled to announce the “AI in Practice Competition,” a prestigious event sponsored by Studio Tim Fu, where architects and designers from across the globe will explore the intersection of AI and architectural design🚀

Open Call: Compact Living - Redefining Urban Spaces

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In a world where urban populations are rapidly expanding, space is becoming a limited and valuable resource. High land prices, increasing density, and growing environmental concerns have led to the urgent need for innovative compact living solutions. This competition calls for a redefinition of urban living, where the challenge is to create livable, functional spaces within constrained footprints. Participants are encouraged to explore the potential of compact design to address housing, education, and overall city planning in ways that prioritize both efficiency and quality of life.

Buildner’s Home of Shadows Competition: Winners of the Artificial Light-Free Home Challenge

Buildner has announced the results of its second annual Home of Shadows international architecture ideas competition. This competition series is designed to focus on the vital interplay between light and shadow in creating functional and inviting living spaces, highlighting the importance of natural light in home design, which is essential for creating comfortable, welcoming, and practical environments.

Call for Entries for EnviroBuilds London Design Festival: Reimagining London's High-Rise Green Spaces Design Contest

Reimagining London's High-Rise Green Spaces: A Design Contest by EnviroBuild

Call for Submissions: Saint-Gobain Grants Program 2024-25

Do you have an idea that can bring about meaningful change and positively impact the built or unbuilt environment around you? Do you have an idea that addresses the need of the hour that is practical and implementable? If your concept can drive economic growth, foster innovation and unite communities, or if it’s an idea for a scalable startup that meets the current or future needs within the ACED fields, the Saint-Gobain Grants Program is the perfect platform to bring your vision to life!

Egyptian Graduation Project Competition 2.0

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Soundscapes!

🔖 Create an immersive installation that elevates the festival experience. — two images, absolute freedom of scale or program.

Innovative Ski Cabins in Iceland: Award-Winning Designs from Buildner's International Competition

Buildner recently concluded its Iceland Ski Snow Cabin International Design Competition, inviting architects and designers to create a cozy, eco-friendly ski cabin that blends harmoniously with Iceland's stunning landscape. The competition aimed to develop practical, sustainable designs that offer a skier’s retreat, complete with essential amenities such as gear storage and a warm communal space. The challenge was set in the Mývatn region, a picturesque area in northern Iceland, renowned for its breathtaking natural wonders, including Lake Mývatn, the Skútustaðagígar craters, and the geothermal marvel of the Krafla caldera.

Under Bridge: Winners of Buildner's 17th Affordable Housing Competition Announced

Buildner has revealed the results of its Under Bridge Affordable Housing Challenge, the 17th version of its Affordable Housing competition series, which focused on proposing design solutions to address housing challenges in cities around the world. This competition aimed to transform neglected areas under bridges, turning idle or empty spaces in sprawling cities into vibrant and thriving communities.

Participants were invited to select any "under the bridges" site globally, considering factors such as accessibility, available amenities, and how the proposed solution would integrate with the existing community or city. Designs needed to demonstrate adaptability, ensuring they could meet diverse needs while remaining cost-effective and sustainable. Buildner and its jury sought practical, scalable, and eco-friendly designs to revolutionize these overlooked spaces. The competition encouraged creative thinking and innovative housing solutions that challenge conventional approaches.

Launch of the Young Moroccan Architecture Awards (YMAA) 2024 Edition

The Moroccan architectural scene is once again preparing to celebrate innovation and emerging creativity with the enthusiastic launch of the 2nd edition of the Young Moroccan Architecture Awards (YMAA). Launched on February 29, 2024, this prestigious call for entries aims to highlight the exceptional achievements of Moroccan architects under the age of 45. A distinguished jury of both national and international renowned architects will have the task of selecting the winners for this edition. The nominees will be announced on October 10 during a major event at the Sacré-Coeur Church in Casablanca. This evening will also feature a special tribute to Fouad Akalay, the visionary architect and founder of the YMAA, who recently passed away.

Rethink Mumbai Flooding: Open International Competition and Exhibition

The “Rethink Mumbai Flooding: Open Competition and Exhibition” is a ground-breaking initiative designed to educate and empower students, architects, designers, and local communities to tackle the urgent challenges of climate change and flooding in Mumbai. This competition seeks to inspire innovative solutions that can reshape the city’s future.

Open Call: Community-Based Busking Café Design

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Call for Papers: Open Topic Dearq Magazine

Dearq magazine, published by the School of Architecture and Design at the Universidad de los Andes (Bogotá, Colombia), announces the opening of its Call for Papers on an open topic. We invite submissions of original and unpublished research articles, not under simultaneous submission, in either Spanish or English, that address topics related to architecture, the city, and related fields.

The International Competition for the Pyeontaek-si Administrative Town

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- The official name of this design competition is "The International Competition for the Pyeongtaek-si Administrative Town"

Warming Huts V.2025: An Arts & Architecture Competition on Ice

Three teams will be selected as winners of the WARMING HUTS COMPETITION: Arts + Architecture Competition on Ice from submissions of designs for a warming hut or art installation. Winning entries will be placed along the Nestaweya River Trail located on the Assiniboine and Red rivers in Winnipeg, Manitoba. A jury will select the winning designs based on their creativity in use of materials, providing shelter, poetics of assembly and form, integration with the landscape, and ease of construction.

Call for Entries: 2024 Brick in Architecture Awards

The Brick Industry Association (BIA) has opened entries for the 2024 Brick in Architecture Awards, the leading international design competition featuring fired-clay brick. Entries are due by Nov. 1.

Schools for Palestine - Mobile Schools as an Emergency Response

New Humanitarian Competition for the Creation of Mobile Schools in Palestine

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