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A Benchmark for Modular Alpine Architecture in 2026
Originally a BMW Group corporate hotel since 1942, the site saw a turning point in 2008 when the original structure was demolished. Architects Oskar Leo Kaufmann and Albert Rüf stepped in with a vision that, nearly two decades later, still feels remarkably ahead of its time.
Jan 45 min read


SketchUp. Everything you need to know!
Are you looking for a powerful and intuitive 3D modelling software that revolutionized the design industry with its user-friendly "Push/Pull" technology? Here you have SketchUp!
Jan 47 min read


A Manifesto for Circular and Reversible Architecture
Common Ground, located in South Korea, stands as a landmark of modular innovation. This 5,300 sqm commercial hub, spanning four floors, was constructed entirely from 200 upcycled shipping containers.
Jan 42 min read


A Benchmark for Circular Architecture and Industrialized Construction
Today, the Moxy Hotels chain boasts numerous properties worldwide, standing as a prime example of circular architecture. These structures are designed to be fully disassembled and transported, allowing for potential relocation—a revolutionary approach in the hospitality sector.
Jan 42 min read


BIM - From Blueprints to Digital Twins
What exactly is BIM, and why is it transforming the industry?
Jan 48 min read


Twinmotion: The Future of Real-Time Rendering
Epic has skyrocketed the software into the professional spotlight. Today, it is a staple in the workflows of world-renowned firms like Zaha Hadid Architects and BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group).
Jan 46 min read


From Big Box to Big Splash: Spearfish SRAC
One of the many ways to redefine large, abandoned commercial surfaces—such as shopping malls—is to repurpose them for the sports, recreation, and community sectors. A key advantage of these sectors is their ability to adapt to any space, shape, or surface area.
Jan 42 min read


Expanding Your Home: Garden Suites
Add extra living space to your property, create a rental income stream, or perhaps build a cozy spot for aging parents
Jan 43 min read


Beyond the Bylaws: Patkau’s Geometric Origami
Working on a modest 15-by-34-metre lot, the firm spent five years navigating a labyrinth of zoning bylaws and topographical challenges to create a home that is as much a piece of sculpture as it is a residence.
Dec 29, 20253 min read


Tactical Urbanism - €10,000 - Registration Deadline 30 October 2026
In the world of city planning, we often think of "change" as a decade-long process involving heavy machinery and massive budgets. Tactical Urbanism NOW! 2026 is here to challenge that sluggish status quo. This competition isn't looking for the next concrete monument; it’s looking for the "urban hack"—the lightweight, temporary, and ingenious intervention that proves a better city is possible right now.
Oct 30, 20252 min read


Villa Gioia - €10,000 - Registration Deadline 23 October 2026
In the quiet town of Bedizzole, nestled near the shores of Lake Garda, stands a testament to Northern Italy’s rural history. Villa Gioia, once a grand estate defined by its gardens and service buildings, is now the focal point of a profound architectural challenge: Adaptive Regeneration. The competition invites designers to transform this historic complex into a contemporary retirement residence, proving that "old age" and "old walls" can together create a vibrant, modern fut
Oct 23, 20253 min read


Situér Milano - €7,000 - Registration Deadline 02 October 2026
Design is rarely about a single object; it is about the conversation between elements. Situér Milano, a brand synonymous with industrial elegance and metalwork mastery, is opening its doors to a new chapter. The Situér Milano Design Challenge invites architects and designers to move beyond the "standalone piece" and instead conceptualize a coordinated mini-collection—a family of objects that speaks a singular, sophisticated language.
Oct 2, 20252 min read


MicroHome 2026 - €100,000 - Registration Deadline 30 September 2026
In an era defined by "more"—more square footage, more technology, more noise—the Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 invites a radical pause. Now in its landmark 11th edition, this competition serves as a manifesto for the power of the small. We are not just asking for a floor plan; we are asking a fundamental question: Can less be more?
Sep 30, 20252 min read


Unbuilt Award 2026 - €100,000 - Registration Deadline 23 September 2026
Now in its third landmark edition, Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2026 returns to honour the liminal space between imagination and reality. This competition is a sanctuary for the "what if"—a global stage dedicated to the boldest ideas that remain, for now, off the grid and on the boards. We celebrate the architectural alchemy that occurs when creativity is freed from the practicalities of the construction site, allowing for pure, visionary exploration.
Sep 23, 20252 min read


Pavilion Atlas 2026 - €20,000 - Registration Deadline 16 September 2026
A country is far more than a set of borders or a flag—it is a collection of whispers, rituals, conflicts, and aspirations. Pavilion Atlas 2026 is a global call to architects and thinkers to strip away the national clichés and replace them with spatial narratives. How do you build the "feeling" of a culture? This competition asks you to select a nation you are deeply connected to and translate its contemporary soul into a conceptual pavilion.
Sep 16, 20252 min read


Nido De Agua - €8,000 - Registration Deadline 11 September 2026
Architecture is often about making a statement, but at La Albufera Natural Park, the most powerful statement is a whisper. Nidos de Agua (Water Nests) is an architectural call to action set within one of the Mediterranean’s most vital wetland ecosystems. The competition challenges designers to create a microarchitecture pavilion that acts as a bridge—not just across water, but between human perception and an incredibly fragile environment.
Sep 11, 20252 min read
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