Registration:

30.12.2026

Submission:

30.01.2027

Prize pool:

Global recognition, publications, certificates

Design a small museum or exhibition pavilion (max 150 m²) in Copenhagen, Denmark that displays art, ideas, or local stories in a creative way. Participants may choose any realistic urban site within Copenhagen, such as harbor promenades, civic parks, or revitalized industrial spaces. The design must include five primary zones: a flexible gallery space, a narrative alcove for digital content, a welcome and curatorial hub, a public threshold/veranda, and a service core with storage and restroom. Participants define their own curatorial focus, whether contemporary Nordic craft, maritime history, climate innovations, or community storytelling. The pavilion must demonstrate material honesty, thoughtful daylight integration, and welcoming public accessibility. Design constraints emphasize circular construction principles, locally sourced materials suited to the Nordic climate, and modular spatial flexibility for rotating exhibitions. Universal barrier-free access is mandatory. The architecture should act as an exhibit itself, bridging civic space and curatorial storytelling. Submissions consist of one A1 presentation board in PDF format.

Open to architects, students, landscape designers, and visual artists worldwide

Paid participation with tiered entry fees: Early Bird Registration until 30 November 2026 costs $29; Standard Registration until 15 December 2026 costs $49; Late Registration until 30 December 2026 costs $69. A 10% fee waiver is available with coupon code 'NF7FJ8N9'.

1 Winner receives global recognition, featured interview on ArchiBriefer, and Certificate of Excellence. 4 Runners-up receive project feature in international digital publications and certificates. Shortlisted entries are featured in the annual 'Cultural Architecture' digital gallery. Participation certificates provided to all verified entrants.