The deadline for the national public competition for the requalification of the Senac building complex in downtown Belo Horizonte has been extended to February 15. The competition was launched last December by Senac in Minas and the Institute of Architects of Brazil (IAB). Participation is open to professionals, either individually or as the technical lead of an architecture and urbanism firm. The competition guidelines are available at www.concursoarquiteturasenacbh.com.br
To celebrate our first year of providing foundational training, Basalto (a school specializing in architectural drawing) has organized a competition for executive details, aimed at reflecting on recent graphic production in light of current standards and improving the execution of executive projects. For this first edition, the theme is: STAIRS.
The Council of Architecture and Urbanism of São Paulo (CAU/SP), in partnership with the Institute of Architects of Brazil (IAB), is launching a National Public Competition for Architecture and Urbanism projects to renovate its headquarters, located at 194 Rua Quinze de Novembro, in the city's historic Triângulo district. Registration is scheduled to open on November 7.
Focusing on the selection of five architectural projects, the state government launched the second stage of the Iconicidades program on April 25. The initiative will select the best proposals for transforming public spaces into hubs for the creative economy.
Registration is now open for the second edition of Weefor ARQ, an open competition to design a residential building in Curitiba. Organized by the developer Weefor in partnership with PROJETO magazine, this launch marks the start of an unusual initiative in the construction sector, which is typically dominated by competitions for public works.
The City of Gramado, in partnership with the Institute of Architects of Brazil - Rio Grande do Sul Department (IAB/RS), is promoting the National Public Landscape Architecture Competition for the Redevelopment of the surroundings of Lake Joaquina Rita Bier.
Archtrends, the architecture and design portal by Portobello, has opened registration for the 3rd edition of its architecture competition. Interested participants must develop projects based on the theme "What's inside matters" and publish them on the Archtrends website between July 3 and August 7. The top 10 entries will be exhibited at Archtrends Summit 2023, an annual creativity forum hosted by Portobello, taking place at Teatro Santander in São Paulo on September 5. Furthermore, the authors will receive invitations to attend the event.
The CBCA Scientific Research Scholarship will provide a monthly stipend of R$ 1,000 for one year. The application and proposal submission period ends on November 28. The results will be announced on December 12.
Registration is open for the National Architecture and Urbanism Competition in São Francisco de Paula.
The Organizing Committee, composed of members from Audium and Trisoft, hereby announces, through a specific call for entries, the schedule and rules for registration, selection, file formatting instructions, evaluation, and publication of works submitted for the 1st Trisoft National Design for Comfort Competition.
The Minimum Pavilion - M4 Competition is a team-based competition for students and recent graduates of Architecture and Urbanism.
The City of Araraquara, through the Executive Coordination of Housing and the Housing Projects Management office, both under the Secretariat of Urban Development, has opened registration for the "National Public Architectural Design Competition for Social Interest Housing." The competition aims to select designs based on pre-established criteria regarding technology, comfort, performance, and sustainability.
Firms not associated with AsBEA/RJ (new talent) must pay a registration fee of R$ 510.00. This is a one-time fee, regardless of the number of projects submitted to the awards. Should a non-associated firm choose to join the organization, the amount paid will be applied as a credit toward their membership dues.
The inaugural WEEFOR ARQ open architecture competition seeks to collaborate with minds that dedicate their talent to people rather than the market.
The COURB Institute invites teams from across Brazil to submit projects for presentation at the 4th COURB - Collaborative Urbanism Meeting, to be held in Belém, Pará, on September 26 and 27, 2019.
The call for entries is now open for independent professionals, teams, collectives, or architecture and urbanism firms to develop a temporary intervention project in the vicinity of Praça Santo Eduardo, Vila Maria – North Zone of São Paulo.
The "Ruas Vivas" project, developed by the Institute of Architects of Brazil – São Paulo Department (IABsp) in partnership with the São Paulo Commercial Association (ACSP), aims to implement temporary interventions on three different streets in São Paulo to transform public space in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Institute of Architects of Brazil (IAB) invites architecture and urban planning professionals across the country to participate in a public call seeking to select specialized technical consultancy to analyze and improve development strategies for urban mobility projects—specifically public transit corridors and active transport modes—and their relationship with public spaces along these routes in the city of Aracaju, Sergipe. The goal is to foster accessible routes for early childhood, ensure support for lingering in squares and parks, facilitate the use of urban furniture, and promote activities aimed at children aged 0 to 6.
Casa Lacerda is a colonial-style building located in the Historic Center of Lapa. It is individually listed by IPHAN and the Paraná Cultural Heritage Coordination and is situated within an urban area that is also protected at both the federal and state levels. Donated to IPHAN in the 1980s, the house now functions as a museum that replicates a typical Lapa residence, while also serving as a "Heritage House" (Casa do Patrimônio) that hosts temporary exhibitions, courses, and activities for the local community.
Carnival, São João festivals, team sports, and birthday parties in public squares are examples of celebrations and gatherings in streets and public spaces that have made a full comeback in 2022, following two years of strict restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
THE TABASCO COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTS (COLEGIO DE ARQUITECTOS TABASQUEÑOS A.C.) INVITES ALL ARCHITECTS RESIDING IN THE STATE OF TABASCO TO PARTICIPATE IN THE XIII TABASCAN ARCHITECTURE BIENNIAL 2018.
I. OBJECTIVES.
To identify the best architectural works by architects from the State of Tabasco, as well as publications, research, and theses. To recognize their authors. To disseminate the most relevant works to allow, through analysis and critique, a reflection on responsible contemporary architecture and sustainable solutions.
II. PARTICIPANTS AND CONDITIONS.
All architects residing in the State of Tabasco who hold a professional degree and license and who practice in the state with national or international work may participate individually or in groups. Eligible entries include built works, research papers, publications, theses, and academic projects (see note in classifications) completed during the biennial period from May 2016 to May 2018. Works that have been presented in previous Biennials are not eligible. A work may compete in only one classification.
In accordance with National Assembly agreements: Only works that have previously participated in their LOCAL AND/OR REGIONAL BIENNIALS may be registered for the FCARM National Biennial.
AGENDA OF THE CITIES, TABASCO: Call for submissions from architects in Tabasco for a compilation of ideas, proposals, and/or studies in the fields of architecture, public space, urban development, and territorial planning.
LA ESCUELA___ invites the student community in Paraguay to participate in an architecture competition that will give rise to our AULA "Aprendizaje al borde" (Learning at the Edge), led by the architecture firm Al Borde and developed in partnership with the Universidad Católica Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, Alto Paraná Campus.
The 2nd edition of the Alentejo Architecture Award has been launched by the Alentejo Regional Section of the Order of Architects (OASRALT).
The Arquia Foundation has announced the curator and theme for the 10th edition of arquia/próxima (2024–2025), a program dedicated to fostering, promoting, and showcasing emerging architecture in Spain and Portugal. This open call, which runs until February 5, 2026, is curated by architect José María Sánchez García. His proposal, "Territory," invites participants to rethink this concept beyond its geographical dimension, incorporating cultural, ecological, social, and virtual aspects.