Participants are asked to submit designs for a yoga house located in a Latvian bog that is surrounded by forest and a few hundred meters from the Baltic Sea beach. The location is a one-hour drive from Cape Kolka, a unique spot on the shores of Latvia where two seas clash. The entire region is the perfect place to experience the tranquil purity of nature and the local landscape.
The jury panel will be looking for designs that interact harmoniously with the unique and sensitive environment surrounding them. It should be both an iconic design and a positive example of green building practices.
Suggested Building Programme
- Multifunctional yoga space/living room
- Two en-suite double bedrooms
- Kitchen
- Toilets/storage spaces
The Building Programme is flexible, open to modifications and improved development strategies.
Project Proposal Requirements
Construction Process:
- Cost-effective, environmentally responsible construction
- Minimal/No excavation
Finished Structure
- Low maintenance in terms of effort and costs
- Resistant to rain and wind
- Environmentally responsible
Prizes
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Monetary Awards
3 winning proposals, 2 special award recipients and 6 honourable mentions will be selected. Buildner will award a total of EUR10,000 in prize money to competition winners.
- Construction
Winning designs will be put forward for consideration for construction.
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Certificates
Buildner will acknowledge the outstanding performance of all winners with Certificates of Achievement.
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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: December 7 – January 11
Advance Registration: January 12 – February 8
Last Minute Registration: February 9 – April 26
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: June 7, 2023 (11:59 p.m. London Time)
Announcement of the winners: July 12, 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.
Recommended Submission Content
- Proposed plans, sections and multiple internal and external perspectives demonstrating the spatial quality of the Reading Rooms as well as operational needs and accessibility requirements.
- Demonstration of project construction, materiality, functions, management and maintenance; approach to environment, sustainability, indoor environment and logistics.
- Visualizations; artist impression to illustrate how their proposal fits in with the quality, value, and significance of their proposed site.
Visit the official website for full competition terms & conditions.
