TerraViva launches LA JUANITA, a new architecture competition in which participants will work on the design of a contemporary house facing the amazing natural landscape of Paraná’s river (Argentina).
BRIEF
The idea of ‘La Juanita’ as a permanent housing location invites architects and designers to imagine what an Argentine home would look like today, nestled in a riverside landscape that slows the frenetic pace of city life and fosters a deep connection with the natural context.
The villa should be designed for a family of four, with the possibility of receiving and eventually accommodating a couple of guests who will enjoy all the comforts and privacy.
PRIZES & MENTIONS
• 1st Prize: 4.000€
• 2nd Prize: 2.000€
• 3rd Prize: 1.000€
• 2 Golden Mentions: 500€ each
• 10 Honorable Mentions: coupon for a free competition
• 30 Finalists: published on TerraViva channels
GUIDELINES
The design can be single-story or spread over two levels (ground floor + first floor). Both compact and more dispersed layouts will be equally considered. The layout, size and arrangement of the home’s intimate and social spaces, as well as their relationships and spatial hierarchies, will be at the discretion of the designers.
Designers are invited to incorporate double-height spaces, semi-covered areas, pergolas, galleries, terraces and exterior flooring treatments, ensuring a gradual transition from the interior to the surrounding nature. These intermediate zones will be crucial for the everyday use of the house, providing enjoyment throughout the year. Do not forget to enhance and value the incredible views with your design proposal. It will be essential to consider the characteristics of sun exposure, visuals and topography of the site.
REQUESTED MATERIAL
Two A1 panels (59,4 x 84,1 cm) landscape oriented + a brief text describing the proposal (250-500 words);
JURY
• Giancarlo Mazzanti (Bogotá, Colombia) | El Equipo Mazzanti
• Virginia Theilig (Rosario, Argentina) | FAPyD
• Diego Arraigada (Rosario, Argentina) | Diego Arraigada Arquitectos
• Luciana Lembo (Buenos Aires, Argentina) | Adamo-Faiden
• Alejandro Puente (Quito, Equador) | PESA
• Sara Alves (Barcelona, Spain)| TWOBO Arquitectos
• Loris L. Perillo (Basel, Switzerland) | Commisura
• Tongtong Zhang (Los Angeles, USA) | RIOS
SCHEDULE
• Competition Opening: October 14th
• 69 € “Early” Registrations: October 14th – December 13th
• 89 € “Standard” Registrations: December 13th – February 14th
• 109 € “Late” Registrations: February 14th – March 14th
• Submission Deadline: March 14th (3:00 pm CET)
• Winners Announcement: April 14th
Download full brief here: https://www.terravivacompetitions.com/la-juanita-competition-2024
REQUIREMENTS & ELIGIBILITY
The competition is open to architects, landscape designers, interior designers, students, enthusiasts, engineers, artists, makers and anyone interested in the fields of architecture and urban regeneration. Participants can join the competition either individually or with a team.
More info at: www.terravivacompetitions.com