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Fall 2026

People walk in a modern museum atrium with large murals on the walls, glass railings, and a bright skylight. The cover text reads “AZURE” and “NEW LAND MARKS.”.
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Fall 2026

Our Fall 2026 edition features new cultural and civic landmarks in Belgium, Toronto and Los Angeles. Plus, we explore the greening of Paris and the social ethos behind the game-changing residential work of Winnipeg firm 5468796.

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Sansusi Sound Sculpture Competition

Buildner is thrilled to announce the launch of the Sansusī Sound Sculpture Competition, an architectural competition aimed at enhancing the Sansusī Music Festival’s unique blend of music and nature. This new challenge calls for the design of a wooden stage that also functions as a musical instrument, integrating seamlessly with the festival’s ethos of innovation, sustainability, and community.

The competition invites architects, designers, and creatives from around the globe to explore the symbiotic relationship between sound and structure. With wood as the primary material, participants are encouraged to conceive a design that not only provides a platform for performances but enriches the festival’s acoustic landscape. This initiative reflects Buildner’s commitment to fostering creative solutions that respect the environment while enhancing cultural experiences.

The winning design will have the opportunity to be realized and become a central feature of the Sansusī Music Festival, offering a lasting contribution to Latvia’s cultural scene.

Eligibility:

  • Competition is open to all. No professional qualification is required.
  • Design proposals can be developed individually or by teams (4 team members maximum).
  • Correspondence with organizers must be conducted in English; All information submitted by participants must be in English.

Awards:

  • 1st Place: 5,000 €
  • 2nd Place: 2,500 €
  • 3rd Place: 1,000 €
  • Buildner Student Award: 1,000 €
  • Buildner Sustainability Award: 500 €
  • 6 Honourable mentions and certificates

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