Handrail on a Cliff challenges designers to redefine the handrail in the extreme landscape of the Black Angel Cliff, Greenland. A balance of protection, freedom, and control, where design meets raw nature. No limits on form or materials—just bold ideas shaping the edge between safety and risk. Total prize fund € 3,000 10 finalist projects will
A Global Sanctuary: Designing Hotel for Cultural Exchange Introduction In an increasingly interconnected world, the celebration of cultural diversity and fusion stands as a cornerstone of modern society. This competition invites architects and designers to conceptualize a hotel that transcends mere accommodation, transforming it into a dynamic sanctuary for cultural exchange and understanding. The
Black & White Photo Awards 2025 continues its mission to recognize and reward outstanding talent in monochrome photography. With five thematic categories —Architecture, Street, Fauna and Flora, Portrait, and Landscape— photographers from around the world can showcase their creativity and vision. This year, the contest reaches new heights with an expanded prize pool valued at
DiscoverArch, in collaboration with IIA Kapurthala Chapter and IGBC, invites architecture students to The Social Hub Participants can choose projects like museums, memorials, libraries, convention centers, spiritual centers, or multi-purpose community spaces. Designs should promote inclusivity, accessibility, and sustainability, addressing community needs while integrating with the cultural, historical, or environmental context. Create spaces that inspire
Introduction As urban spaces continue to swell with population growth and development, the need for innovative architectural solutions has never been more pressing. The “Underground Hotel” competition seeks to inspire architects and designers to rethink the traditional paradigms of hospitality by envisioning a luxurious and functional hotel nestled beneath the earth’s surface. This competition aims
TerraViva launches PUNTA BIANCA, a new architecture competition aimed to rethink a wonderful ruin located on the Sicilian coast of Agrigento. Prizes up to 8.000 € will be awarded to the winners selected by an international jury panel composed, among others, by Carlos de Riaño Lozano (Riaño+Arquitectos), Mario Cottone (Cottone+Indelicato), Ju Bin (Horizontal Design) and
Discover the Future of Design with the International Excellence Awards! The International Excellence Awards (IEA), presented by the Architecture & Design Community (ADC) together with Design Skill Magazine is the ultimate celebration of innovation and creativity in architecture and design. This global competition honors visionary projects that are reshaping our world, from groundbreaking architectural marvels
The Europan 18 competition topic focuses on the Re-Sourcing questions. The fragility of the Earth’s ecosystem and social crises lead to the imagination of alternative practices to harmful extraction of resources, overconsumption and pollution of living milieus. Regenerating projects embracing nature and culture are to be though and implemented. It is about weaving synergies between
Present day societies are facing a wide variety of crises, ranging from the influx of highly addictive drugs to climate change, war, poverty, discrimination, homelessness, the suppression of Indigenous culture, as well as an increasing need for mental health care and support facilities. This in turn is leading some marginalized and struggling members of society
Located on the serene banks of the Vez River in northern Portugal, this competition invites architects to design a boutique wellness SPA that blends harmoniously with its natural surroundings. Nestled beside a historic watermill, the site offers a unique opportunity to create a space that reflects the tranquility and beauty of the region. The goal
The Howard Waterfall Retreat Competition invites architects and designers from around the world to envision a multi-generational family retreat that embraces the extraordinary natural and historical context of Howard Falls in Northwestern Pennsylvania, USA. This competition presents a unique opportunity to create a timeless design that respects the rich heritage of the Howard Family while
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
