1. Background - The current Daegu City Hall in Dongin was constructed in 1993, and the City Council building in 1956. Due to aging facilities and a shortage of administrative space, the city has been leasing nearby office buildings and operating in a dispersed manner since 2004. - Among these, the former Gyeongsangbuk-do Provincial Government Office, built in 1965 and currently used as the Daegu City Hall in Sangyeok, is located approximately 4 km or a 15-minute drive from the Daegu City Hall in Dongin. This facility is also fragmented across several buildings, making it inconvenient for citizens to visit, significantly reducing administrative efficiency, and resulting in considerable unnecessary expenditures. - As a result, the necessity of constructing a new city hall was brought into public discussion. Since the initial construction plan was established in 2004, a Citizen Participation Committee consisting of 250 citizens took part in the site selection process in 2019, ultimately selecting the Duryu Water Purification Plant site in Dalseo-gu as the final project location.
The Los Angeles Design Festival (LADF) returns June 26-29, 2025 with a citywide celebration of community, creativity, and inspiring design. This year's theme, "Design Futurism," is a solution-oriented exploration of human potential. When envisioning the future, design is inherently a part of our collective imagination: a tool for reimagining how we connect, create, and challenge existing narratives. This concept expands beyond the exploration of technological spectacle. This year, LADF invites all to explore Design Futurism through various lenses of our collective human experiences.
The Municipality of Pazardzhik announces the launch of an international architectural competition aimed at transforming the iconic area of the City Market and turning it into the heart of a modern city. https://competition.bg/pazardzhikmarket/en/the-competition/ This is a unique opportunity for creators from all over the world to contribute to the development of Pazardzhik's central area with ideas that preserve cultural heritage and inspire future generations. A chance is emerging for bold architectural and urban inspiration that will confidently combine history with modernity, creating a new, recognizable face for the city. AWARDS: • 1st place: 7,500 EURO • 2nd place: 5,000 EURO • 3rd place: 2,500 EURO SCHEDULE: • 30.05.2025 Official announcement of the competition • 30.05.-05.09.2025 Time for preparation of the overall concept and development of the project • 26.08.2025 Deadline for questions • 01.09.2025 Deadline for registration on the platform • 05.09.2025 Deadline for submission of the projects • 06-11.09.2025 Preparation for judging of the competition materials • 12-14.09.2025 Jurying • 17.09.2025 Announcement of the competition results Access to documents and full terms, as well as technical documentation, are available online: https://competition.bg/pazardzhikmarket/dokumentacia/ Questions can be sent until August 26th 2025 (up to 10 days prior to the deadline for submission) by email pazardzhikmarket@competition.bg The Municipality of Pazardzhik believes that responsibility towards the urban environment is a duty to both past and future generations. The launch of this competition demonstrates our choice to plan thoughtfully, create carefully, and attract ideas with an open heart. The responsibility to preserve and develop the spirit of the City Market is our mission and commitment to the city and its residents. We look forward to your competition submissions.
Ubani — Tbilisi Cityscape Research Center is a non-profit organization committed to the exploration of Tbilisi's architectural and urban environment. Through its initiatives in research, education, and public engagement, the center seeks to enhance the understanding and appreciation of the city’s built environment and its distinctive urban landscape. A primary objective of the center is to organize public events, foster connections, and encourage participation within the local professional community. In doing so, it creates a collaborative platform for the exchange of data and ideas.
Invited by Carlo Ratti, PILLS is participating in the main exhibit’s Special Project with the research, writing, and design of the Circularity Handbook and its Spatial Installation.
Welcome to Brixline’s Blueprint Battle ! A call to all future architects – Let your creativity shape livable spaces! Submit your innovative residential floor plan based on our real slab sizes. Stand a chance to win exciting cash prizes and even land a spot on the Brixline team! All you have to do is : Make a team of 3 Create an Innovative floor plan designs as per requirements mentioned Provide three designs according to your slabs mentioned below Best combination wins! Best Combinations of three Floor plans will be selected! Exciting Rewards Await!
Each month, Friends of Residential Treasures Los Angeles (FORT: LA) curates a new self-guided trail, inviting Angelenos to explore the city’s rich architectural heritage. These immersive experiences highlight significant homes, hidden gems, and the designers who have shaped Los Angeles' built environment.
Enter the Concrete Pavilion Architecture Competition now! 10,000 € in prize money! Closing date for registration: November 27, 2025
Concrete is one of the most ubiquitous materials in the built environment. Its legacy spans centuries, from the enduring marvels of ancient Rome to the modern monoliths of contemporary architecture. But beyond its familiar gray tones and formidable strength lies a world of design potential, yet to be fully unlocked. With this competition, Buildner invites architects and designers to rediscover concrete—not just as a structural solution, but as a medium for innovation, expression, and experimentation.
What can our existing buildings teach us about building for the future? In a time of dwindling resources, architects are increasingly called to engage in dialogue—with the site, its history, and the untapped potential of what already stands. Rather than defaulting to demolition and new construction, the future of architecture may rest in uncovering the possibilities for innovation within buildings that have already stood the test of time.
The Built by Nature Prize 2025 is now open for entries. The award recognizes completed projects – new builds, renovations, and extensions – that demonstrate leadership in sustainable timber and bio-based construction. Aimed at highlighting global best practices, the Prize offers architects and project teams an opportunity to gain international visibility and contribute to the evolving conversation around regenerative building. The deadline for submissions is 23:59 CET on June 8, 2025. Entries can be submitted via builtbn.org/prize.
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Mute’s latest pod family features 30 models in 11 sizes, designed to accommodate 1 to 8 people.
Mute, a pioneer in adaptable office architecture, has introduced Modular Pods—the largest and first truly adaptable pod collection on the market. Offering an unparalleled variety in sizes, unlimited customization options, and leading accessibility solutions, Mute'Modular Pods set new benchmarks for the entire product category.
San Cataldo Cemetery extension Modena, Italy - Tianzhou Yang (TJAP)
Timeless Voices - Architectural Photography Exhibition High Street House, 83 Askew Road, W12 9AH, London, UK 5th June: Exhibition Opening 18:00–Late 6th–14th June: 12:00–18:00 (Closed on 9th & 10th) 10th June: Public discussion with the artist, local priests, and an architecture critic 18:30 - Late
The German Design Awards 2026 are now open for submissions worldwide. Under the theme Connecting Global Excellence, the awards extend an invitation not just to enter, but to engage—with ideas, with places, with people. This year's open call is accompanied by a new series of Design Masterclasses in Zurich and Copenhagen, created in collaboration with DAAily platforms, offering spaces to share, learn and connect. As the Frankfurt RheinMain region prepares to take the global stage as World Design Capital 2026, the German Design Awards 2026 reflect the full spectrum of design today—from visionary innovation to cultural continuity. They are both a mirror of our diverse design landscape and a catalyst for forward-thinking transformation across all disciplines.
How can we drive a progressive transformation of architectural culture to create a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future? This panel discussion brings together curators and emerging architects from the UK and across Europe to share their perspectives on evolving professional landscapes and alternative models of practice that challenge the status quo.
In The Future of Interior Design, Nader Soubra explores the evolving world of interior design, revealing how technology, sustainability, and innovation are transforming our living and working environments. This book is a deep dive into the intersection of creativity and emerging technologies, offering readers a glimpse into how design is evolving for the future. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a design enthusiast, or someone simply curious about the future of spaces, this book provides a comprehensive roadmap for understanding the trends shaping tomorrow's interiors.
