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Below: the latest work from the community, updating daily.
Revitalisation of Fort II in Poznań, Poland for the needs of the Folk Dance Ensemble headquarters
The thesis proposes adaptive reuse of Fort II Stülpnagel in Poznań for the Folk Dance Ensemble. It focuses on the occupied section of Fort II, introducing light intervention with partial courtyard cover to improve usability without harming heritage. It also includes facade restoration and site improvement, aiming to open it for public cultural use.
UPA '26
The International Standard for Design Portfolios
That’s an interesting portfolio competition:)
desert sawqana oasis
Desert Sawqana Oasis is a sustainable resort in Karbala inspired by the Al-Sawqa’ana phenomenon, reflecting the contrast between its dry desert surface and its hidden life-filled interior. The design transforms natural rock fractures into geometric forms, creating an oasis centered on sustainability, passive cooling, and natural ventilation .
Reclaiming Childhood: Modular Architecture for Learning and Play in Refugee Camps
Reclaiming Childhood uses modular architecture to create safer, adaptable spaces where refugee children can learn, play, connect and thrive.
Cylinder Park: Sustainable Architecture Turns Everyday Waste Into Play
Cylinder Park turns waste buckets into modular play spaces, combining sustainable architecture, reuse, creativity, play, and community life.
Green Hill
A public building where local elderly residents can spend their free time together, creating new connections and feelings of the community. This is a pavilion with a large audience for lectures and concerts, classes for workshops and cafe in the lobby. The roof of the pavilion is a walking space with greennery.
I think the overall project is pretty well worked out!
Afloat
Designing a water resilient neighborhood
When will we be able to see all of the entries?
Please go to the "Entries" section of the site, here:- https://uni.xyz/competitions/afloat/entries
Is the entry fee 33 per person or total 33 for all members
33 for all members upto a team of 4.
Lunar Stalactite: Lunar Habitat Architecture Suspended Inside the Moon
Lunar Stalactite reimagines lunar habitat architecture as a self-sustaining colony suspended inside the Moon's protective lava tubes safely.
ALGAL REALM: A Bio-Integrated Lunar Habitat Design for Life Beyond Earth
ALGAL REALM reimagines lunar habitat design with algae-powered life support, 3D-printed regolith, and vertical living for a lunar future.
RE/CREATION: Modular Architecture Reimagines Play and Learning in Refugee Camps
RE/CREATION uses modular architecture to turn refugee camps into adaptable spaces where children can play, learn, socialize, and feel safer.
Closing soon
Community Architecture
Architecture and design projects that prioritize community needs, social integration, and collective spaces.
Modern Courtyard House Design: A Blend of Tradition and Innovation at The Aranya House
The Aranya House by Modo Designs merges modern courtyard design with traditional elements, fostering familial unity and connection to nature in India.
Abu Dhabi Neighbourhood Parks by SLA: Transforming Urban Living Through Nature-Based Design
A large-scale green infrastructure project transforming 104 urban parks in Abu Dhabi into climate-resilient, community-centered public spaces.
UnIATA '26
The Global Benchmark for Graduation Excellence
Hi UNIATA '26 Organizers, could you please let me know if the shortlisted results have been announced?
Hi Katrina, thanks for reaching out and for taking part in UnIATA '26! Yes, the shortlist was announced on 27 July. You can view all shortlisted entries on the competition page, and you can always check the current status of your own submission from your entries dashboard. The jury evaluation stage is now underway and runs through early September, with the final results scheduled for 7 September. Public voting is also open until 4 September, so feel free to share your project and gather support in the meantime. Wishing you the very best of luck!
I love the energy of this competition!
Passive Design Strategies in Tropical Architecture: Maison Piaggio by David Rockwood
Exploring Maison Piaggio's innovative passive design strategies for sustainable living in a tropical climate by architect David Rockwood.
Closing soon
Impresive work
Amazing idea!
Congratulations! good idea