The Dubai Government alongside with Mohammed bin Rashid Housing Establishment and Mohammed bin Rashid centre for government innovation in partnership with Buildner architecture competition organisers are launching a global competition for all architects and designers around the world to design a revolutionary, new age, innovative house, suited to the needs of Emiratis living in Dubai.
Working in partnership with Dubai Government, the House of the Future competition is asking architecture enthusiasts from all backgrounds and skill levels to submit their designs for a template for a new age home for Emirati citizens living in the Dubai.
The House of the Future competition looks to update and revolutionise the way in which the Dubai government offers housing to its citizens. Winning designs from this competition will be added to the current list of housing options for Emirati citizens to choose from when building their future home.
Participants are encouraged to use innovative and disruptive materials and should not exceed the budget of 1 million Emirati Dirhams.
Competition Assignment
Design a home for Emirati nationals that can accommodate a family of 4 to 6 members. Submitted projects will need to consider the following criteria:
Overall Design Aesthetic
The overall design aesthetic, including materials used and colour combinations, should be in keeping with those showcased in the Emirati Pinterest boards and in the insight documents provided.
Harmony in Design and Function
How well did the architect designed around the user’s needs and if they utilized
the spaces within the home efficiently. The jury will be looking for projects with design features that encourage positive habits and behaviours, with the house’s necessary functions designed in a seamless manner that does not take away from the overall aesthetic.
Innovation in Materials
The utilization of sustainable, locally sourced materials should be included in submitted projects, with extra attention given to those designs that use said
materials to reduce costs and energy requirements during construction and maintenance of the house.
Expandability
Projects should have the ability to affordably expand and build additions to the
property, while not taking away from the function and aesthetic of the initial
design.
Building Programme
Must have areas:
- Bedrooms : 4 – 5 bedrooms
- Car Parking – 2 cars minimum
- Garden
- Pantry (Indoor preparation kitchen)
- Living room
- Washroom + WC (for each bedroom and for living room)
- Dressing area for each bedroom
“Optional but recommended” areas:
- Dining area
- Server room
- Office
- Majlis (social hosting area, with privacy from the rest of the villa)
- Driver room + washroom (Segregated from house, for privacy reasons)
The BUILDING PROGRAMME is flexible, open for modifications and improved development strategies.
Project Proposal Requirements
- Building height: minimum G + 1 – maximum G + 2
- The cost should not exceed 1 million AED
- Recommended total building floor area 300 square metre
- Recommended plot size 15 m x 30 m (450 square metre)
The jury may choose to reward projects that show extreme creativity even if they breach any of the rules, as long as it is justified.
Prizes
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Monetary Awards
4 winning proposals, and 6 honourable mentions will be selected. Buildner will award a total of EUR250,000 in prize money to competition winners.
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Publicity campaign
“Seen by” one million, “Seen by” 800 000 more, Interview, Movie, Media partners
Important Dates
Preliminary Registration Deadlines
Early Bird Registration: April 25 – June 7
Advance Registration: June 8 – September 7
Last Minute Registration: September 8 – September 30
It is still possible to participate in this competition after the preliminary deadlines, however, a higher late registration fee will be charged.
Closing date for submission: November 1, 2023 (11:59 p.m. London Time)
Announcement of the winners: November 30, 2023
Eligibility
The competition is open to all. No professional qualifications are required. Design proposals can be developed individually or by teams (4 team members maximum).
People who have direct personal or professional relationships with jury panel members or organisers may not participate in this competition.
Visit the official website for full competition terms & conditions.
