34WinnerUnder The SkinUnder The Skin is an interactive musical installation that invites people to take a pause from their digital realm and be present in the physical world by having them explored and engaged physically with the sound and movement of the installation with others. It also invites people to awaken their inner child, to elevate their sound beneath the skin.
95Runner-upOUR INFINITE CONSEQUENCEThis project seeks to promote a space for reflection on our scale and our role in the collective space. An experience where visitors see themselves in infinity in order to perceive their place, their actions and therefore their consequences. The space only exists in our presence, that is, it exists only because of our presence.
1Runner-upPROPPROP utilizes a universal approach in that it is applicable to any scaffolding system. It is a people driven project as we strive to regain our public space. It gives citizens and organizers the capacity to take an under-utilized space and create a memorable experience.
245People's Choice AwardFore^t De PocheCreating an oxygen chamber using elements from nature, and creating a micro-climate within, along with raising awareness regarding pollution are the main objectives of this natural walkway. The installation is a self-sufficient module, that produces its own electricity, and focuses on highlighting sensory experience within the design.
168People's Choice AwardCUBE(ish)People are in a rush between their home and workplaces. They sometimes miss the opportunity to pause, look around and feel good. At this point in-between spaces (between home and workplace) in cities draw attention. Our concept is an in-between space which creates an escape point from daily rush.
2Editor's ChoiceTroposTropos is an aerial prototypical system based on the idea of atmospheric architecture. We propose a model for an airborne infrastructure that is dynamic, autonomous and agent-based with the purpose of generating new spatial experiences in the city that challenge the relationship of architectural quality and permanency.
2Editor's ChoiceMaze Intersection-Back of the order in urban spacesThe purpose of the device "Maze Intersection" awakens people's initial perception of space, and still finds the direction to the exit in the fog. It is a true portrayal of reality, and it is also a reflection on the real world. It is also expected that people in it can find an exit instead of being trapped in it or returning from the original road.
2Editor's ChoiceTHE GAP - City APP for the publicOur city is changing into a highly-connected machine thanks to the 'high-efficiency' technology. People rely so much on mobiles for the reason that they are the terminals of the huge city device. Sadly, our public space turns into a gap in the 'network' gradually. How can we help our public space keep up with the development of the whole city system?
126Connect/CommuneConnect/Commune seeks to allure humans to reconnect with other humans using the same technologies that persuaded disconnection in the first place. The underlying motive is to provide an opportunity for removal from the mundane ? the noise, the smells, the grime, the hustle ? and allow for a moment of quiet communion with nature...the universe?the divine.
4BLOOMINGThe concept of BLOOMING is to create a magic moment in the busy everyday urban life. With a little bit of collaboration, people can achieve the ultimate special moment that reminds us of the beauty and happiness of exploring the city and the people around us, like unforgettable memories of flowers blooming together at the same time.
6ARCADED MID-AIRARCADED MID-AIR encourages people to climb away from everyday life to fragmented leisure time. Isolation between the city and its inhabits exists due to the side effects of fast development. The scaffold arcade installation functions as vertical urban furniture to elevate people?s experience in public, and to re-connect them with the physical environment.
4Ballon CarnivalCity people are used to lowering their heads every day in the cold screen world. We hope that we can make everyone look up again, touch and listen to these soft balloons through this temporary device, and also hope that we can feel our city through the interesting installation and feel the beautiful things that happen to us.
1YOUNG CITYThese there urban installations are located in the most dynamic parts of Budapest, These devices need to have a certain degree of practicality, to bring beauty to pedestrians, but also convenience.
35Network installationMy installation is a kinetic artistic network installation formed by colorful fishing nets with volumes and shapes that seek to visually trap zombie urban citizens and seduce them with their sensual forms. My installation invites people to create their own image script in their interaction with the installation.
5Kalo-EscapeKalo-Escape provides respite from the bustling atmosphere that characterizes modern and digital cities through use of light, enclosure and semi-private seating spaces. The use of added lights create a vibrant atmosphere during the night. Seating within is supplemented by charging stations that encourage you to leave your electronic devices.
4Tambayan: Engage. Connect. HumanizeTambayan is a colloquial meaning a place for get together with family and friends where you usually meet friends of friends while engaging in a social activity. This is the very essence of the project installation, to have a place where true connections are made. Tambayan made humans, become the central consideration for the design.
Hosted by UNIUnIADA '26The Global Benchmark for Architecture Dissertation AwardsPrize Pool:USD 1,000Announcement of shortlisted entries: July 27, 2026Jury evaluation starts: July 28, 2026Worldwide68 Entries received
