IAB invites professionals to participate in a public call for proposals to hire a team to develop urban solution tools for early childhood
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.
Jerte Reservoir, Plasencia. Photograph by José María Sánchez García
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.
5th Edition of PNAM: "The best timber constructions by the best Portuguese architects." Submissions are open until July 26 for permanent structures built within mainland Portugal or the islands, completed between January 1, 2017, and December 31, 2018.
Call for entries for the 2019 Rafael Manzano Prize for New Traditional Architecture
The Rafael Manzano Prize for New Traditional Architecture aims to promote the value of traditional architecture as a proven reference for contemporary design in Spain and Portugal. This applies both to the restoration of monuments and urban ensembles of historical and artistic value, and to new construction projects that, rooted in local traditions, are capable of integrating harmoniously into these settings.
Xignux and the University of Monterrey invite students from universities in the Monterrey metropolitan area to form multidisciplinary teams and participate in the competition.
“Outdoor luminaire design representing a new lighting solution” “¿Qué luz quiere México?” (What light does Mexico want?) is open to students, as well as established professionals and those early in their careers. Proposals from all disciplines are welcome, including, but not limited to, artists, industrial designers, lighting designers, architects, and engineers. The theme is open to broad interpretation. This is an opportunity for participants to explore their creativity and present their vision for an outdoor luminaire that offers a new lighting solution.”
The Provincial Municipality of Chanchamayo, through its Urban and Rural Development Management (GDUR) and the Sub-Management of Planning and Urban Control, in an inter-institutional cooperation agreement with the College of Architects of Peru – Junín Regional Chapter, is organizing the National Architectural Design Competition for the Plaza de Armas, the Civic Center, and the Integration Park in the city of La Merced, Chanchamayo.
Lima Cómo Vamos, an institution with over a decade of experience, is calling for submissions of progress reports and results from research and projects focused on our cities and their development. Selected research will be presented at the II Foro Ciudades Cómo Vamos, a platform for sharing approaches, evidence, and proposals with public authorities, private institutions, and the general public dedicated to improving the country's cities and the quality of life of their inhabitants.
The rapid processes of informal urbanization in Metropolitan Lima have hindered the comprehensive planning of many neighborhoods and settlements in our city. Within this context, unequal access to quality public space has emerged as an urgent urban issue that must be addressed and resolved.
The country's development, driven by the construction industry, relies on the initiative of private companies. Consequently, it is essential to implement ways to promote the recognition of solutions that incorporate best practices in construction project execution, as these serve as catalysts for a better city.
The Faculty of Architecture, Urbanism, and Arts at the National University of Engineering (FAUA - UNI) is pleased to promote a new design competition aimed at the academic community.
To bring urban development, citizen initiatives, and city planning to the forefront of the public agenda, the citizen observatory Lima Cómo Vamos is launching the City Awards for Urban Leadership. This inaugural edition will recognize the results and impacts of projects, best practices, and urban leadership, promoting their continuity and helping to maximize their impact.
Registration is now open for the 19th Arquia/Becas 2018 call for applications, offering 24 internships for architecture students and recent graduates from schools of architecture in Spain and Portugal to gain professional experience at European architecture firms.
The "Encuentro de Construcción con Tierra" (Earth Construction Meeting) is an event organized by faculty members from the Eastern Regional University Center (CURE) and the Faculty of Architecture, Design, and Urbanism at the University of the Republic (FADU). It is funded by the University of the Republic's Sectoral Commission for Scientific Research (CSIC) and supported by the Ibero-American PROTERRA Network. The event is open to the general public, with a focus on Uruguayan students, self-builders, construction professionals, and architects, who may participate as attendees or as presenters by submitting their work.
The Engel Foundation invites Chilean architects to participate in the National Architecture and Landscape Design Competition for the New Museum of Santiago (NuMu). The museum will be located at the southern end of Bicentenario Park in Vitacura and will serve as a key element in consolidating a large area of the park and its edges, connecting it to the city and the urban fabric.
The deadline for the national short film competition has been extended to September 25. The competition invites Chilean filmmakers—or residents—to submit works up to 30 minutes in length across three categories.
The Architecture Film Festival Chile will hold its 5th edition in November 2020 in an online format.
The Illustrious Municipality of Las Condes, in collaboration with the University of Chile and the Cerros Isla Foundation, announces the launch of a national public competition for the design of the "Cerro Calán Observatory Park." The competition aims to select the best proposal and an interdisciplinary team for the architecture, landscape, and specialty design.
