Cultural Architecture
Architecture that preserves, interprets, and responds to cultural heritage, identity, and community narratives.
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.
Impresive work
Amazing idea!
Congratulations! good idea
The Museum in Sztutowo. New Forms of Expression in the Design of Memorial Sites
Amazing project!!!
The project captivates with its minimalist form and the way the architecture blends subtly info the natural landscape. Its austere geometry creates a serene, monumental, and timeless space.
Great projects!!!
An Architectural Interpretations of Memory, Space & Community
A Case Of Bhopal Gas Tragedy - 1984
Nice concept clarity and perfectly executed the project
A very good concept but drawings need refinement to be clear and understandable.
Nice execution of all the thoughts and wishing you a win.
Hodi-Mandai Geram: A Culturally Sensitive Village for a Disappearing Ethnic Group
What if architecture reveals itself as the only vessel of memory and culture for a disappearing community? By combining Neuroscientific, Anthropological, Economic, and Psychological themes along with Participatory Community Design and Adaptive Architecture, the thesis imagines built environments that evolve with the Hodis' cultural essence.
Very effective community-based design for the ethnic groups
Thank you for your feedback!
Inspiring project!
I wonder how this unique theoretical framework came along with the tangible version! Good job!👏👏👏
Heritage and Ecology in Community Architecture of Southern Senegal
This is such an insightful and beautifully done piece
Good idea
Nice
UnIADA '26
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Ethnic Solidarities and the culture of commons
Ethnic Solidarities and the culture of commons
Ethnic Solidarities and the culture of commons
The aim of the design was to rework the form of the commons to develop newer aesthetics in continuation of the older type and cultural habitations of the community.
THE KARAIYAGAM-ARCHITECTURE THESIS
Karaiyagam – Coastal Public Realm explores the transformation of the coastal edge of Mahabalipuram into a meaningful public realm that reconnects people with the sea, heritage, and local identity. The project investigates the relationship between the historic coastal landscape, fishing communities, tourism, and everyday public life.
A strong and ambitious thesis that thoughtfully reconnects heritage, community, and the coastal landscape. Further prioritization and phasing of the many interventions could make this impressive public-realm strategy even more effective.
Thank you for the insights sir! Will definitely work on that!
Beyond Seasonality: Adaptive Urban Interfaces for Seasonal Cruise Infrastructure
Cruise terminals are designed for movement, yet remain dormant for months each year. At Mormugao Port, this project designs for time rather than a single function, transforming seasonal transport infrastructure into an adaptive waterfront where architecture, landscape, and public life evolve with the monsoon.
The project presents an innovative idea. However, the plan illustrations lack sufficient clarity. For a project of this nature, it would have been expected to provide a clear explanation of the building's structural and covering system.
Hello ma'am Thank you for your response and feedback. Kindly refer to the 3rd sheet right side material for all structural, roof and cladding related details, exploded diagrams and structural section and joinery details etc along with details of materials and their specifications attached. I hope that answers your question?
Completely Redefined the idea of cruise terminal
Great Work!
Tarwiqa Heritage Market & Cultural Center
Establish a dynamic cultural and economic hub in Luxor that bridges past and present by activating underutilized urban spaces and revitalizing traditional crafts. The project envisions a continuous, engaging experience that extends beyond conventional tourism hours, fostering a sustainable nighttime economy while preserving and reinterpreting local identi
A strong and convincing heritage proposal that turns craft, culture, and public space into an active urban experience. The combination of spatial sequencing with measurable environmental analysis gives the project both cultural character and technical credibility.
Let me thank you for all your efforts in developing a project that successfully achieves its intended concept and objectives. The conceptual approach is highly creative and the presentation is clear and well organized.
Through the Layers of Memory & Scent
A cooking school and sensory gardens in Tangier, Morocco, exploring heritage as a living practice through scent, food, and memory. The project translates an olfactory research into Tangier's cultural life into architecture rooted in community, atmosphere, and spatial storytelling.
A promising and atmospheric thesis that thoughtfully connects food, scent, seasonal landscapes, and climate-responsive architecture. Developing the plans and spatial organization further would help the strong experiential concept become more convincing.
Thank you so much for the feedback! I really appreciate it. I’m glad the concept came through, and yes, I agree that the plans and spatial organization could be developed further. Thank you for pointing that out!
The Rain
This master’s thesis reinterprets the Shenzhen Opera House brief, reimagining it as an open civic landscape shaped by the concept of “Rain,” where Shenzhen’s subtropical climate becomes a spatial system that dissolves the boundary between architecture and public space.
What a remarkable project!!!Making rain the central design concept gives it a truly unique identity and beautifully strengthens the building`s connection ti its natural surroundings!
I find the use of the water elements in the design of the buildings and the landscape very unique and inspiring
The element of rain, by the seaside, especially continuing inside the building, is an amazing idea. Inspiration and creativity beyond the usual!
Idigna Renewal Islands
"From neglected islands to ecological lifelines"the Tigris River (Idigna), once the heart of Mesopotamian civilization, now faces severe pollution. This project reimagines its islands through ecological and architectural interventions. Using Island as a prototype, it proposes a replicable model for river regeneration, integrating research with a cultu
A strong and imaginative proposal that reconnects Baghdad with the Tigris through ecology, culture, and public life. Further technical development of the environmental systems could make this promising regenerative strategy even more convincing.
Echoes of the Earth: Preserving Bangladesh’s Agricultural Heritage: An Agricultural Discovery Museum
A thoughtful cultural thesis that brings Bangladesh’s agricultural heritage into a contemporary museum experience. Further development of the architectural language and visitor journey could make the strong cultural narrative even more distinctive
Empowering Tambat Ali: Rethinking Spaces for the Coppersmith Artisans of Pune
The thesis proposes a Hybrid Campus for Pune's traditional Tambat (coppersmith) community, integrating living, working, learning, and retail spaces. The project revitalizes the historic craft ecosystem by improving artisans' working and living conditions, preserving cultural heritage, and creating opportunities for collaboration.
An exceptionally well-researched and socially grounded thesis that translates community needs into clear architectural strategies. Further development of the implementation and long-term management model could make this highly relevant proposal even stronger.
Well done! Keep up the excellent work!
THE TRE
This project is amazing, well thought out and beautiful, we should be building like this.
winner project!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great work!
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!