La Defense district, Paris
In March 1982, the French President announced a vast operation of town-planning and architectural projects, including the “Tête Defense” competition.
This competition was organised by the Établissement public pour l’aménagement de La Défense.
It was sponsored by the International Union of Architectes (UIA). This international competition was conducted in one stage and maintained the anonymity of all participants.
Alexandrina Library
This international competition aimed for the revival of the great Library of Alexandrina and was organised in the framework of an Egyptian National Project initiated by the University of Alexandrina.
The Egyptian Government, with the assistance of UNESCO and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) decided to build a new Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
This competition was supervised by the International Union of Architects (UIA).
Redevelopment of the Izmir Port District
The Municipality of Greater Izmir announced an international ideas competition for the urban design of the Aslancak-Turan district, situated close to the port.
This international competition, which conformed to the UNESCO/UIA Regulations, was approved by the International Union of Architects (UIA).
BUSAN TOWER COMPLEX
The municipal authorities of Busan, the second largest city in South Korea, announced an international ideas competition for the design of an observation tower. This landmark, situated on top of Yongdu Hill in the heart of the busiest downtown area of Busan, would dominate the city and port.
This competition was organised in accordance with the UNESCO-UIA regulations and received the approval of the International Union of Architects (UIA).
RESIDENCE PALACE COMPETITION
The international competition was organised by the European Union Council to restructure the Residence Palace in Brussels.
In conformity with the UNESCO-UIA regulations, this competition received the approval of the International Union of Architects – UIA.
Seoul Performing Arts Center
The international ideas competition was launched by the Organising Committee for the Creation of the Seoul Performing Arts Centre in order to gain inspiration for the venue’s architectural design.
In conformity with the UNESCO-UIA regulations, this competition received the approval of the International Union of Architects – UIA.