BuildFest 2: Peace Rises invites proposals for timber "Peace-Infrastructure" at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, the historic site of the 1969 Woodstock festival.

Saudi Arabia is undergoing an extraordinary transformation, stepping boldly into a future shaped by innovation, creativity, and opportunity. Guided by Vision 2030, the Kingdom is diversifying its economy beyond oil, with significant investments in tourism, culture, technology, and sustainability. This national evolution is redefining Saudi Arabia's identity on the global stage, blending modern progress with deep-rooted heritage.
Across the country, ambitious initiatives are revitalizing cities and landscapes, honoring the past while embracing the future. Historic sites are being preserved, new urban developments are emerging, and cultural projects are flourishing—all working together to create a contemporary Saudi Arabia that is both forward-thinking and proud of its traditions. As the Kingdom grows into a global hub for art and creativity, it provides new platforms for artists, architects, and designers to contribute to its evolving landscape.
As part of Saudi Arabia's broader cultural transformation, the Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge, organized by Buildner in partnership with the Mujassam Watan Initiative (an initiative by Al Fozan Social Foundation), provides a platform for architects and artists to shape the Kingdom's evolving public spaces. Since its launch in 2018, this prestigious competition has welcomed creative minds from around the world to design sculptures that reflect Saudi Arabia's culture, heritage, and aspirations. These works of art are envisioned as meaningful additions to the urban landscape, enhancing public spaces and celebrating the Kingdom's identity.
This year's theme, "The Inspiration Around You," challenges participants to reflect on their environment and create sculptures that embody Saudi Arabia's unique story. Designers will choose from two distinct sites:

Objective of the Contest
• Main purpose: Achieve a project that manages to enhance the value of the Choquequirao Citadel as a secondary destination after Machu Picchu
• Specific objectives: To locate a quality hostel that complements the next Funicular that will be installed eventually (not necessarily).
• Expected impact: Convert the Choquequirao Citadel into a "World Heritage Site"
1st PRIZE :
• US$ 3500 + 2 travel tickets (two people) in order to participate in 5 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels in Peru with an internal trip to Choquequirao,
• Participation in the CHOQUEQUIRAO 2025 exhibition that will be held at a Institution in Lima, with an exhibition at the end of the competition.
• Keynote lecture by the winning architect, explaining his project.
Trekking route to Choquequirao
4-day tour to Choquequirao for two people
The most common way to get to Choquequirao is by taking a 4-day, 3-night trekking route . This tour can be booked online or directly at an agency in Cusco.

Join 120 Hours 2025 – the world's largest architectural competition for students, by students!

The SOM Foundation and the MAK Center for Art and Architecture are now accepting applications for the 2025 Researcher-in-Residence.

London Festival of Architecture, Eastern City BID, and City of London Launch ‘City Views’ Design Competition

The Canadian Academy of Architecture for Justice (CAAJ) challenges architecture students to design a community-oriented building that addresses societal crises such as addiction, homelessness, and mental health. Participants are tasked with selecting a site, identifying the specific crisis being addressed, and creating an architectural solution that helps bridge gaps in traditional justice institutions. The goal is to propose innovative spaces that promote healing, recovery, and rehabilitation for marginalized individuals.

Archstorming launches an international competition to design resilient schools after natural disasters in Nepal.

The engineering and transport infrastructure department, through the CITETRANS research group at the University of Oviedo, is launching its seventh international student ideas competition to solicit proposals for resolving a transport network issue, titled "Mieres Campus Reload."

In a world flooded with millions of new products and designs each year, identifying and sharing those that truly stand out isn't just important—it's essential. That's the motivation behind the A' Design Awards, a platform dedicated to recognizing and celebrating outstanding designs and meticulously crafted products. The outcome? Shining a global spotlight on their work, boosting international visibility, and inspiring the next wave of design innovation that not only pushes the boundaries of creativity but also benefits and advances society. Amidst this vast sea of talent, the award elevates extraordinary designs to the surface.

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda (MIVAU), in collaboration with the Higher Council of Architects' Associations of Spain and supported by the ARQUIA Foundation, has opened the selection process for the curatorship of the 17th Spanish Biennial of Architecture and Urbanism (BEAU). The deadline for submitting proposals is March 3, 2025.

Archstorming has launched an international competition to design resilient schools following natural disasters in Nepal.

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Archstorming has launched an international competition to design resilient schools following natural disasters in Nepal.

The registration period for MICROHOME 2025 Competition is coming to a close. The competition offers a 100,000 EUR prize fund to celebrate cutting-edge, sustainable solutions for compact housing. Sponsored by Kingspan, this global competition invites architects, designers, and creative thinkers to redefine the concept of small-scale living.

Visit the competition page to register before the deadline on 13 February 2025.

Architecture competitions have long been a means for nations to shape their identity, cultural landscapes, and built environment. They provide a platform for international architects to contribute to national projects, often reflecting broader ambitions of modernization and global recognition. In 1976, Bahrain launched potentially the first major architectural competition—a call for designs for a National Cultural Centre, bringing some of the world's leading architects into the Gulf's emerging architectural discourse. Though the winning design by Timo Penttilä was never built, the competition remains a key moment in Bahrain's history, illustrating the challenges of translating external visions into local realities.

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Cool Gardens 2025 invites proposals by individual artists/designers or teams for temporary garden installations, to be open to the public from July 5th to September 28th.

The expansion of the Sesc network and the development of new facilities at Sesc Mogi das Cruzes have prompted a National Preliminary Architectural Design Competition. Promoted by the Social Service of Commerce (Sesc SP) and organized by the Institute of Architects of Brazil – São Paulo Department (IABsp), the competition aims to select the best architectural project submitted by architects and urban planners. The project involves the creation of a new "Park Unit" near the center of Mogi das Cruzes, on a flat site surrounded by natural areas and the São Paulo Green Belt, with views of the Serra do Itapeti.

European Cultural Academy is pleased to offer a scholarship opportunity to join the 4th edition of the "Sustainable Healthy Cities: building for the future" course. The scholarship will cover full tuition fee.

The Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA) is proud to announce the launch of a major survey aimed at capturing the perspectives, aspirations, and challenges of young architects and architecture students across the Commonwealth. This initiative underscores the crucial role of youth in shaping the future of architecture through policy, education, and training.

The Howard Waterfall Retreat Competition invites architects and designers from around the world to reimagine a multi-generational family retreat that embraces the extraordinary natural and historical context of Howard Falls in Northwestern Pennsylvania, USA. This competition is a unique opportunity to create a timeless design that honors the rich heritage of the Howard Family while looking forward to the future.

The 2026 World Habitat Awards are now open for entries!

Rebel. (From Lat. rebellis). adj. 1. One who rebels (i.e., rises up). Also used as a noun. 2. One who rebels (i.e., opposes resistance). RAE Dictionary. Tricentennial Edition.

The Biennale d'architecture et de paysage d'Île de France, to be held in Versailles from May 6 to July 13, 2025, is the most important architecture exhibition in France. For the third edition, the exhibition at the École Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Versailles is co-curated by architects Sana Frini, from the Mexican office LOCUS, and Philippe Rahm, from the French office PHILIPPE RAHM ARCHITECTES.

The annual Antepavilion commission is an initiative to develop, construct and display experimental structures offering emerging artists, makers and architects an opportunity to create new work within a complex urban environment.