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the Elbphilharmonie

Hamburg

IDOARCH

competitions for architects, designers and enthusiasts worldwide.

Previous Competitions

A black and white photo of a partially built stone house with wooden supports in a rocky, arid landscape with leafless trees and cacti, labeled 'Galapagos Retreat'
Black and white photo of a tall, old stone bell tower rising from a body of water, with a cloudy sky in the background. Overlaid text reads "THE BELL TOWER."
Black and white photo of tall, steep ocean cliffs with clouds overhead, titled 'The Edge' in bold white letters.
Black and white cityscape with stadium in foreground and buildings extending to mountains in background, overcast sky.
Modern architectural building with curved roof and glass windows, labeled 'DUNES'.

MEET OUR WINNERS

  • Young man with short hair and beard wearing sunglasses, necklaces, and a t-shirt, outdoors in front of a building with tiled roof and wires.

    I am Committed to become a sustainable architect, suggesting a dedication to environmentally conscious and responsible design.

    Andi Bufi 

    First Prize

    In the middle of Favelas

  • A smiling young man with glasses wearing a t-shirt with a sun and mountain design. Black and white photo.

    My future goal is to develop sustainable architecture and use breathable materials that can clean our spaceship earth's air entirely of pollutants.

    Talal Bin Asghar

    First Prize

    In the middle of Favelas

  • Young woman with dark hair smiling and squinting, standing in water near a waterfall.

    The Architecture field has to have a purpose for people and make them feel good in their relationship with health because they will live in it.

    Enela Sula

    First Prize

    In the middle of Favelas

  • Young woman with long, wavy hair smiling, wearing a patterned sleeveless top, standing outside near a brick wall and a large window or glass door.

    I see architecture as a form of art and expression which will shape our future cities. Architectural visualization has always played a key element in my projects.

    Unaiza Karimullah

    First Prize

    In the middle of Favelas

  • Black and white photo of a young man with short dark hair, wearing a zip-up hoodie over a t-shirt, looking off to the side with a neutral expression.

    My goal is to gain experience in German or international architectural firms that I could use it to develop the architectural environment in Kyrgyzstan.

    Diansan Pak

    First Prize

    In the middle of Favelas

  • Black and white portrait of a young woman with long, curly hair, smiling slightly, wearing a patterned top and a necklace.

    Driven to create, it always feels important to me to gain experience and knowledge by discovering, exploring in the aim of developing a resourcefulness that would hopefully one day lead to great designs.

    Yasmine Greiss

    Second Prize

    In the middle of Favelas

  • Black and white photo of a young woman with long dark hair, wearing a turtleneck, standing near a body of water with trees in the background.

    I’m participating in various international design contests to explore the perspective of architecture from different views from around the world.

    Patnicha Maneewan 

    Public Vote Prize

    In the middle of Favelas

  • Black and white photo of a young woman with shoulder-length hair holding a book in a room with bookshelves.

    I love adventure and exploring the world. Design that respects context is my strength.

    Kamonchanok Meepean

    Public Vote Prize

    In the middle of Favelas

  • A woman with dark hair holding a bouquet of flowers, standing indoors near a wall.

    I am very energetic and also have the ability to create architecture content broadcast through the ‘Sobivia’ channel on Instagram, which is very popular.

    Boonyawe Sookchitt

    Public Vote Prize

    In the middle of Favelas

  • A young man wearing glasses and a light-colored polo shirt stands in front of an intricately carved wooden backdrop.

    My goal is to leave a lasting legacy in the field of architecture by shaping the built environment in a manner that improves the lives of future generations.

    Shubhojeet Sengupta

    First Prize

    The Edge

  • A young man with glasses and a beard smiling with arms crossed, standing in front of framed artwork on a textured wall.

    I am fascinated by the coexistence of humans and nature (biophilia).I see landscape as a huge canvas to express feelings of the present scenario through my medium.

    Brijmohan Singh Kushwah

    First Prize

    The Edge

  • Black and white photo of a man with wavy hair, a beard, wearing a dark shirt and jacket, looking slightly to the side against a plain background.

    I focus on how to create architecturally impactful designs while embracing minimalism and continually pursuing professional growth through learning and innovation.

    Sandeep Dhakar

    First Prize

    The Edge

  • A young man with glasses and short hair holding a bouquet of flowers, standing in front of a curtain, in black and white.

    Architecture is the storytelling of space. The space should be poetic, emotional, and meaningful.

    Chanhee Yang

    Second Prize

    The Edge

  • Black and white photo of a young man with short dark hair looking upward, with a textured background.

    I’ve wanted to become an architect since the 7th grade because of its opportunities to transform our communities, challenge conventions, and sustain our natural environment.

    Timothy Bryan Rosimo

    Public Vote Prize

    The Edge

  • A young man with dark hair and facial hair, smiling, standing indoors by large windows with natural light, wearing a jacket and a thick knitted scarf.

    My work reflects a commitment to excellence and a dedication to creating spaces that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

    Maximiliano Zarewsky

    First Prize

    Dunes

  • Black and white photo of a young woman with long, straight hair smiling and looking at the camera, against a plain background.

    “I'm especially interested in architectural and spatial installations, as they represent a convergence of architecture, design and art.”

    Mercedes Risso Patron

    First Prize

    Dunes

  • A woman wearing a headscarf sitting in an office chair, smiling at the camera.

    I am an architect with a passion for sustainable design. My work focuses on blending modern aesthetics with environmental solutions.

    Amira Sabry

    Second Prize

    Dunes

  • A smiling man with glasses, a beard, wearing a white t-shirt, sitting on a chair in a room with potted plants in the background.

    My recent work has been centered on exploring the relationship between architecture and the natural environment.

    Mohammed A. Hatem

    Second Prize

    Dunes

  • A young woman smiling, wearing a hijab and layered necklaces, standing in front of a background with horizontal white slats and foliage.

    I am an architect, Believing in the principle that architecture should speak of its time and place . Frank Gehry passionate and love this field with all its details.

    Shahid Taher

    Public Vote Prize I

    Dunes

  • A woman wearing a headscarf and jewelry standing outdoors with a tall statue of an Egyptian goddess with a headdress featuring a sun disk and horns in the background.

    To design architecture for people, not places" has been my dream since childhood. I Pledged not to create dull buildings that lack comfort or emotion.

    Salma Mohsen

    Public Vote Prize I

    Dunes

  • A woman wearing a hijab and a light-colored embroidered top, sitting at a table outdoors, smiling at the camera.

    Draw until you leave a mark was my childhood quote which i wrote by myslef. Now I say: "Create an architectural design until you leave a heritage.

    Rawan Alaaeldin

    Public Vote Prize I

    Dunes

  • Black and white photo of a young man with curly hair, wearing a casual jacket over a t-shirt, standing in an indoor setting with blurred stairs and people in the background.

    Life is about self-discovery, just as architecture reveals life. I aim to enter international competitions to explore different cultures and urban environments.

    Mohamed Mourad

    Public Vote Prize I

    Dunes

  • Black and white photo of a smiling young man with dark, curly hair, a beard, and a missing tooth.

    Architecture is about static movement of the lines of any building we design, it creates its own harmony till we visualize our thoughts in real life.

    Philopater Ayman

    Public Vote Prize I

    Dunes

  • A woman wearing a headscarf and a checkered scarf around her neck, smiling in a black and white photo.

    Mies van der Rohe's "God is in the details" speaks to my passion for photography, inspiring my study of architecture, where attention to detail is essential.

    Donia Khalafallah

    Public Vote Prize I

    Dunes

  • A woman with long curly hair, glasses, and earrings smiling in front of a fountain with water jets in a park or public space.

    Study neurodevelopmental disorders is my goal and to design specialized architecture for children with these conditions to enhance their well-being.

    Mubasshira Maahjabeen Lamya

    Public Vote Prize II

    Dunes

  • A man with glasses and a beard is smiling and standing in an indoor public space with escalators and industrial machinery in the background.

    My goal is to work closely with community members and dedicate my life to improve their quality of life.

    Mohammad Ashraful Alam

    Public Vote Prize II

    Dunes

  • Black and white photo of a young man with short dark hair wearing a light-colored hoodie with a tied drawstring, standing against a plain white background.

    I would like to continue exploring the methodologies of major architectural firms, carefully analyzing and mastering their design language and sources of inspiration.

    Fatih Shakirov

    First Prize

    THE BELL TOWER

  • Black and white portrait of a young man with dark hair, smiling, wearing earrings and a dark zip-up jacket.

    “As a university and studio student, i aim to continue particpating in international competitions.”

    Timur Abdrakhmanov

    First Prize

    THE BELL TOWER

  • Black and white photo of a man with glasses and a woman, both facing forward, against a dark background.

    We want to create inspiring visual and sensorial experiences and stories through architecture, art, design and other mediums.

    Taliia Nurutdinova - Artur Yakovlev

    Second Prize

    THE BELL TOWER

  • Black and white photo of three smiling men standing side by side, each with distinct hairstyles and facial hair, wearing casual clothing.

    We value international exchanges and are constantly thinking about architecture, exploring new concepts and innovative solutions.

    Enrique Flores - Lucio Ceci - Hernan Ariel Rios

    Editor Choice Prize

    THE BELL TOWER

  • It felt like a meaningful platform to challenge myself and contribute an idea that could inspire change. The opportunity to reimagine architecture in ecologically sensitive contexts was both a creative and ethical challenge, I couldn’t resist.

    Rohit  Belvikar

    First Prize

    Galapagos Retreat

  • The brief really caught our attention, it felt different and exciting. Especially for someone based in Europe, it was something completely outside of our usual scope. It gave us a chance to step out of our usual context and dive into something new.

    Mário Melek - Dominik Haviar - Barbora Gunišová

    Second Prize

    Galapagos Retreat

  • It’s a truly inspiring experience where you can encounter diverse global ideas and gain a fresh, objective view of your own design approach.

    Kohei Kamei - Ryo Hasegawa - Kaori Matsuo - Yui Shioda

    Third Prize

    Galapagos Retreat

  • We have always been interested in architecture that connects with nature. The unique ecosystem of the Galapagos Islands sparked our curiosity, and we wanted to imagine architecture within that special environment.

    Jeonghun Han - Hyeyoung Kim

    Honorable Mention I

    Galapagos Retreat

  • As Students, this opportunity allowed us to explore innovative creative approaches while gaining valuable experience with new and challenging design briefs. It also provided insight into the direction of our future growth.

    Sutapat Parapat - Chayanis Khonkaen -Sarinpone Saengpichai

    Honorable Mention II

    Galapagos Retreat

  • This competition presented an opportunity to apply our ideas of sustainability, local design, and social engagement to a place that represents not only our natural heritage but also our issues.

    Debora Strenge - David Peralta - Juan Carlos Bamba

    Honorable Mention III

    Galapagos Retreat

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