Inspired by the long-standing tradition of architects extending their design philosophy beyond buildings and into furniture, the competition challenges participants to distill their architectural thinking into a single object – the architect’s chair.

This presentation expands on the ideas and processes that inspired United Visual Artists' ephemeral and experiential projection mapping on Gaudí's iconic building.

The exhibition is structured between day and night, light and darkness. This cyclical concept reflects the transition of light and the movement of the sun, as well as broader arcs like the cycle of life and death. UVA was

Competition...
From January 1 to March 23, 2026, applications for the competition are open.
Architects and architecture students can compete to design a cabin.
Each participant in the competition will be assigned a site and will have to design a cabin.
The winners will build their cabin with a maximum budget of €1,700.

Application:
Candidates can download the necessary registration documents here:
www.lasoierie.com/festival-des-cabanes/
www.lefestivaldescabanes.com

Contacts:
Philippe Burguet +33 (0)6 77 08 02 32

lasoierie@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/LeFestivaldesCabanes/
www.lefestivaldescabanes.com

City branding is the process through which residents rediscover the value and identity of their city, and design appropriate ways

The most extraordinary projects are receiving ample attention — and rightly so. But this spotlights only a fraction of the initiatives shaping the built environment today, while much more is happening across the Netherlands’ architectural landscape.

That’s why Maas Lawrence wants to publish an overview of Dutch architecture in 2025 — without selection, realized as a beautifully crafted book in which studios will want to see their work celebrated.

All firms who have completed a project in

The exhibition, open from 23 January to 27 February 2026 during the museum’s regular opening hours, is supported by Guido Vinacci (President, Fondazione A.N.M.I.G. – Genova) and curated by Matteo Lenuzza (Cultural Director, Fondazione A.N.M.I.G. – Liguria). It continues the dialogue between the Permanent Collection housed in the building and contemporary proposals that connect the historical memory promoted by the institution with the present.
Guilt and a sense of powerlessness in the face of a History

Responding to Los Angeles’s urgent housing needs, the project centers communication as a civic tool—challenging participants to help Angelenos see what’s possible, and want it.

The competition opens January 14, 2026, with submissions due March 31; cash prizes will be awarded to

Nifemi Marcus-Bello is a Lagos-based industrial designer and founder of nmbello Studio, a practice rooted in humility, cultural context, and

Wagner's early work was influenced by the historicism of Vienna’s Ringstrasse. From the late 1880s onwards, however, he, unique in his generation, became convinced that this architecture was at odds with the political, economic and

The challenge is open to professionals from around the world who hold a Bachelor or Master Degree in Architecture, Design, or related fields, and who have between 2 and 15 years of professional experience.

Participants are encouraged to demonstrate entrepreneurial thinking by identifying opportunities, framing problems, and proposing strategic paths for innovation rather than fully developed design solutions.

Submissions will focus on one

RCA Architecture's core is its project-based Architectural Design Studios (ADS), where students tackle contemporary challenges through research-led, innovative design, often collaborating with industry partners on real-world issues within a flexible, interdisciplinary studio environment.

The research and experiments on display reveal a profound engagement with the urgent ecological and material realities of our time. You’ll find projects exploring the deep ocean (ADS13), the nature of the 'wild' (ADS9), and how we deal with

With renewed interest in the Nordic tradition and its resilient building strategies for climate action and wellbeing, contemporary architects and designers, both Nordic and American, remain strong contributors to the American landscape with award-winning projects reflecting cross cultural influences.

At the heart of this year’s public programme is Future Heritage, the guiding theme for the 2025 season of Open House Europe. The Summit will explore how the ideas, spaces, and practices we shape today may become the legacy of tomorrow,

The event programme covers a broad spectrum of topics — from architecture and urban planning, through interior design and product design, to real estate market challenges and the future of cities. 4 Design Days is a platform for discussions on responsible design, spatial

As Canada’s largest annual design festival, DesignTO transforms Toronto into a creative hub, featuring over 100 free exhibitions and events. Over the past 15 years, the Festival has welcomed over 1 million attendees, showcased 7,000+ creatives, reached billions through media, and generated significant tourism impact. Explore bold and ambitious ideas that respond to the climate crisis, social justice, technology, craft, and more.

Visit the DesignTO website to view the

SPORTS PARK will be an open natural space with multi-purpose sports courts, walkways, trails, and green landscapes, accessible year-round. It will also feature adaptable spaces for hosting outdoor festivals and concerts.

Visitors will be able to explore its natural landscape in the midst of an urban setting, providing a relaxing and contemplative experience for those who enjoy watching or playing sports.

PRIZES

1º PRIZE US $9,000

+ Exhibition and

Since 2015, the Festival in Logroño has been the origin of the entire project: the meeting point where each year the ideas and collaborations developed throughout the season take shape. Today, its programme extends beyond the festival through open calls, a symposium, a publication, a permanent project, new international collaborations, and a series of book presentations, consolidating an active network that connects cities, practices, and disciplines.

The season will