GRAVITY-DEFYING ARCHITECTURE
COMPETITIONS
CLIFF-EDGE HOTEL &
SUSPENDED SLEEPING POD
TAVERTET GRAVITY-DEFYING ARCHITECTURE
This is your chance to show the world just how creative you are! We are looking for a unique and awe-inspiring design that appears to defy gravity - a chance for some innovative thinking and impressive visuals.
How can humans occupy spaces that inspire harmony with the natural environment? What can we, as designers, do to accomplish this and create architecture that avoids destruction of the natural world while also benefiting our environmental impact?
We now live in a world where architecture takes valuable resources and causes destruction of the natural environment. We are looking for a design scheme that builds a connection between humans and nature and gives back to our natural surroundings, rather than only taking from them.
Our brief asks for an innovative and creative design focusing on the user experience and connection to the surrounding nature, wildlife and existing village with a minimal environmental impact. We are looking for a special and unique piece of architecture that will inspire future designs.
Start defying gravity now.
TAVERTET CLIFF-EDGE PROJECT BRIEFS
All projects and resources are included within a single payment.
You can choose to take part in any or all of these projects.
Tavertet Cliff-Edge Hotel
Challenge: design a vernacular and fully sustainable eco-hotel balancing on the edge of the dramatic cliffs of the Pre-Pyrenees.
The challenge is to create a sustainable, environmentally conscious structure, or set of structures that sit peacefully, teetering at the edge of the cliffs, providing an emotive experience for visitors. The design should take its inspiration from the natural setting and connect with its surroundings, allowing visitors to have an immersive experience, both inside and outside of the hotel, of the dramatic scenery and wildlife that surrounds them.
The architecture should carefully consider the abundance of wildlife of the area and the impact that any buildings may have on the natural flora and fauna of the Natural Park.
All entries will be published and promoted across our global platforms.
SITE ANALYSIS, TOPOGRAPHY & PHOTOGRAPHS included in this purchase.
Exclusive package including:
Additional images & videos
Project criteria and details
Local Routes & Site information
Flora & Fauna information
CAD Topography
3D Topography Model
SUBMISSION
Once your project / Thesis is complete you can submit it to have it published across our website and social media platforms.
Head to larsenarchitcture.com/submit.
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Why should I take part in an architecture/design competition?Architecture and design competitions are designed to challenge your critical thinking and creative skills. Both students and professionals are advised to join competitions in order to improve your portfolio and your chances to get your ideal job. Larsen Liverpool host a wide range of competitions, challenges, and awards which allow you to showcase your talents in a wide range of areas such as architecture, photography, fashion, design, media, animation, and much more. For more information on our current and past competitions, visit our competitions page.
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What makes Larsen Architecture different?We have a passion for architecture and design and we believe that up and coming creatives do not get the recognition they deserve. Our global platform is meant to celebrate architecture, design and any other creative background, instead of just celebrating competition winners. We appreciate how much work is behind each competition entry and we want to encourage you to keep creating. You are the present and the future of architecture, challenge yourself, showcase your work, and show us what you are capable of.
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How many people can be in a group to enter a competition?We recommend no more than three people per group as we have seen that this produces the best results. However, this is entirely up to you. We ask that each person creates an account on our website, individually, as we then have multiple points of contact, if needed. It also does not matter which member of your group submits your proposal as you will be asked to give us your unique order number (eg. 10245) that you receive when your group registers for the competition.
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