Introduction As cities expand and populations grow, urban areas are increasingly confronted with the adverse effects of climate change, particularly rising temperatures and the phenomenon known as urban heat islands. These heat islands occur when natural landscapes are replaced with concrete and asphalt, leading to significantly higher temperatures in densely populated areas compared to their
Introduction As urban areas around the globe continue to expand at an unprecedented rate, the traditional models of housing and community planning are being tested to their limits. The strain on resources, the challenges of climate change, and the increasing demand for space in densely populated cities necessitate a radical rethinking of how we design
Introduction As urban environments continue to expand and evolve, the demand for multifunctional spaces that foster community engagement and enhance social interaction has reached a critical juncture. Schools, traditionally viewed as solitary educational institutions, possess immense potential to transform into dynamic community hubs that serve diverse populations. This competition invites participants to rethink the conventional
Set in East London, the historic Haggerston Baths—an abandoned Grade II listed Edwardian bathhouse — offers a striking backdrop to explore themes of urban care and restoration. Participants are challenged to reimagine this once-civic space as a retreat for mind, body, and spirit, balancing technical renewal with architectural sensitivity.
Terraviva launches LA MADRESELVA, a new international competition inviting designers to envision a contemporary retreat in the heart of the Argentine Pampas: an architecture of silence, tradition and reconnection. Prizes up to 10.000 € will be awarded to the winners selected by an international jury panel composed, among others, by Marco Rampulla (Marco Rampulla Arquitecto),
A representation of the past and future, the London Design Awards is an international competition that recognises exceptional designs and outstanding creative projects worldwide. We invite product designers, architects, interior designers, graphic designers, UX / UI designers and any designers of all background to participate, whether they are companies, team / departments, innovators, manufacturers, suppliers,
Future Climate Future Home Design Competition – AUDRC Commentary on climate change is often alarmist and can employ inflammatory language. Words like ‘catastrophe’, ‘threat’ and ‘urgency’ are widely used. The problem is that such commentary can lead to denial, paralysis, apathy, or even perverse reactive behaviour. At the same time, a major blockage to transformational
It may not be your first instinct when entering a building to consider how it makes you feel, but architecture has always had a big impact on emotions. Different spaces are designed to make their inhabitants feel different things; offices can make you feel energised and productive, art galleries can make you feel thoughtful and
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
Tamper Evident Closure Design A leading company, in collaboration with Desall, is looking for an innovative cap for the personal care, cosmetics, and food sectors, that integrates a safety system capable of visibly indicating first opening or tampering. The cap must incorporate this safety system, using a component that must be removed, broken, or altered
