In an era where travellers increasingly seek silence over spectacle and immersion over isolation, the Openair Suites (OAS) international architecture competition emerges as a pivotal challenge. Set against the dramatic, volcanic backdrop of Mount Etna, this competition invites designers to redefine the "slow-living" experience through the lens of modular, sustainable architecture.

Buildner invites architects worldwide to participate in the Iceland Slow Sauna competition, an exploration of how architecture can shape rituals of heat, light, and renewal. Set against the mystical backdrop of Lake Mývatn in North Iceland, participants are challenged to design an intimate retreat that unites a sauna and a greenhouse into one seamless experience.

Nestled within the historic charm of a medieval Piedmontese village, a fragmented public square awaits reimagining. Stripped of a clear identity and divided by a steep level change, this neglected space is the focus of the newly announced Candelo Urban Link Architecture Competition.