Re-Construct: Designing with Waste 2025 , Indien

 

Construction and demolition (C&D) waste is one of the largest waste streams in the world, accounting for more than one-third of global solid waste. Most of it ends up in landfills, despite its potential for reuse and recycling. As the building industry continues to expand, so does the urgency to address the environmental, social, and economic impacts of waste. This competition challenges architects, designers, and visionaries to reimagine waste not as a burden, but as a valuable resource that can shape the future of sustainable architecture.

 

Competition Launch: 1st September 2025

Registration deadline: 5th December 2025

Submission deadline: 10th December 2025

Result Announcement: February 5th 2026

 

Circular Architecture – Waste as a Resource

 

Participants are invited to propose an architectural design that directly addresses the issue of construction and demolition waste. The design may be conceptual, speculative, or site-specific, but must clearly demonstrate innovative strategies for:

 

• Reuse, recycling, or upcycling of materials.

• Designing for disassembly and adaptability.

• Reducing material consumption and construction waste.

• Integrating sustainable and aesthetic qualities in waste-conscious design.

 

Projects should provoke discussion, inspire change, and showcase how architectural creativity can transform waste into opportunity.

 

According to global estimates, billions of tons of C&D waste are generated annually, with the majority being concrete, wood, metals, plastics, and glass. A significant portion of this waste is recyclable, yet linear construction practices often prevent reuse. This competition seeks design ideas that move beyond traditional methods, adopting circular economy principles to create buildings and spaces that are resource-conscious, environmentally responsible, and future-ready.

 

To inspire new approaches in architecture that minimize waste, promote sustainable building practices, and redefine construction materials as resources in a regenerative design cycle.

 

Top 3: Publication | Certificate of Recognition | Jury Report | Interview | Free Memberships in architectural communities, forums, or libraries & more

Honourable mention: Publication | Certificate of Recognition

Special Mention: Publication | Certificate of Recognition

Shortlisted Entries: Name & project title listed in competition results | Certificate of Participation

 

EARLY REG.: 1st Sept – 18th Sept | 10 USD

STANDARD REG. 1: 19th Sept – 29th Sept | 12 USD

STANDARD REG. 2: 30th Sept – 18th Oct | 15 USD

STANDARD REG. 3: 19th Oct – 29th  Oct | 18 USD

STANDARD REG. 4: 30th Oct – 18th  Nov | 20 USD

LATE REG.: 19th Nov – 5th Dec | 25 USD

 

5% Discount: Available for university student (individual or team participants).

10% Discount: Available for universities that register 10 individual or team participants.

20% Discount: Available for universities that register 20 individual or team participants.

 

• Innovation – Originality in addressing waste and material reuse.

• Feasibility – Practicality of proposed solutions and adaptability in real contexts.

• Sustainability – Environmental responsibility across lifecycle.

• Design Quality – Functionality, spatial experience, and aesthetics.

• Clarity – Strength of presentation and communication of ideas.

 

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• Open to architects, designers, students, artists, and visionaries worldwide.

• Interdisciplinary teams are encouraged.

• No professional qualifications required.

 

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• Email: info@archiolcompetitions.com

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• Competition Link: www.archiolcompetitions.com/competitions/re-construct-designing-with-waste