The International Union of Architects, through its Natural and Human Disasters Work Programme and with the expert support of the Order of Architects of Morocco, invites young architects to imagine new forms of architectural intervention in the aftermath of disaster, focusing on the 2023 earthquake in Morocco.
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Keywords :
Reconstruction
Theme and objectives
The competition aims to raise awareness of the complex interconnection between natural and human-made crises and calls for visionary proposals that can heal, protect, and regenerate.
Key criteria
Evaluation criteria refer to:
- Presentation of the territorial and social contexts and defining the contribution of the proposed design strategy and methodology
- Innovative design solution/creativity in relation to the specific local context
- Sustainable Solutions (socially, economically and technically)
- Social Engagement/ cultural interactions
- Improvement in the lives of affected citizens
- Feasibility of the proposal
- Originality of the proposed strategy, tactic or design
The jury may refine these criteria as needed during the evaluation process. The order of reference does not mean criteria hierarchy.
Eligibility
The competition is open to young architects, either as individuals or teams, from around the world under the age of 40 (born after 11 March 1986).
Key dates
2025-11-13 Competition Launch
2025-11-13 Registration Opening
2025-12-15 Deadline for Questions
2026-01-12 Deadline for Answers
2026-03-11 Deadline for registration and submission of entries
2026-03-12 Jury meeting and evaluation of entries
2026-04-15 Announcement of competition results
