Buildner Unbuilt Award 2027
Registration:
15.09.2027
Submission:
18.10.2027
Prize pool:
€50,000
Competition Brief & Overview
The Buildner Unbuilt Award 2027 celebrates unrealized architectural designs and visionary concepts. Participants are invited to submit any unbuilt architectural project—whether conceptual, theoretical, in progress, or never realized—including architecture, interior design, furniture design, and landscape projects. Submissions are categorized by project size: Small Wonders (up to 100 sqm), Medium Marvels (101-999 sqm), and Large Visions (over 1,000 sqm). Each entry must be presented on a single A2 landscape panel (max 10 MB) in English, with anonymous presentation (no names or logos). The competition is open to everyone regardless of location or qualifications, with separate prizes for professionals and students. Winners receive cash prizes, the prestigious Continuum Trophy designed by Germans Ermičs, publication in the annual Unbuilt Book, and features on ArchDaily and Buildner's global media channels. Multiple projects can be submitted across different categories. The competition aims to showcase bold ideas and imaginative visions that capture the essence of innovation and exploration in architecture.
Eligibility & Target Participants
Open to all. No professional qualifications required. Participants can enter individually or in teams of up to four members. Separate prize categories for professionals and students.
Submission Guidelines & Full Rules
Participation Type:
Paid entry with tiered pricing. Early bird (24 Sep - 4 Feb): €75 for architects/professionals, €65 for students; Advanced (5 Feb - 6 May): €105 for architects/professionals, €85 for students; Last minute (7 May - 15 Sep): €140 for architects/professionals, €120 for students. Payment can be made in a single payment or in 3 monthly installments with adjusted rates. All prices include +4.5% VAT.
Total Prize Fund:
Total prize fund of €50,000 distributed across categories. Main category winners (Small, Medium, Large scale): €10,000 each. Student category winners (Small, Medium, Large scale): €2,500 each. Fifteen honourable mentions (five per category): €500 each. Best Presentation Award (all categories compete): €5,000. All category winners receive the Continuum Trophy designed by Germans Ermičs. Winning and shortlisted projects are featured in the annual Unbuilt Book, published on ArchDaily and Buildner's website, promoted across social media channels reaching 2,000,000+ audience, and included in an exclusive interview feature.