DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: February 28th, 2025
COURSE START: Sept 9th or Nov 6th
SCHOLARSHIPS AMOUNT
• From 5.000€ to 8.000€ of the total tuition fee both for the Academic Master's Programme and the Dual Award Master's Programme.
INTRO
The building sector is one of the largest contributors to the global environmental crisis, accounting for 38% of global CO2 emissions. Despite this, the public focus in response to the environmental crisis remains on sectors like mobility and energy, overshadowing the significant impact of architecture and construction. Key stakeholders—real estate developers, architects, and construction professionals—shape both our urban environments and ecological footprint. Yet, the industry continues to favor short-term profit over long-term sustainability, prioritising new builds over renovation and adaptation.
This unsustainable model perpetuates environmental degradation, resource waste, and social inequities. It reflects a broader value system and legislative framework that prioritise convenience and profit over planetary and societal well-being. This competition invites participants to envision an alternative: Reimagine an existing structure to create equitable, innovative, and beautiful housing that encourages environmental and social balance.
BRIEF
Applicants have to identify an existing structure—whether a functional building, an abandoned property, or an infrastructure—and reimagine it as a space for shared, generous, and sustainable living, focusing on transformation rather than disposal to create a more resilient urban environment. Examples could include repurposing an office or supermarket, adapting a freeway on-ramp into housing, or envisioning any built artefact as the foundation for a new urban vision.
The proposal should explore strategies such as longevity, preserving existing architectural artefacts, minimising demolition, adapting spaces to align with urban needs and future flexibility, reusing ageing structures with sustainable interventions, or transforming spaces with new uses to drive environmental, social and economic responsibility.
APPLY NOW When you submit your project you will receive an immediate confirmation email that your submission was received. If you do not receive a confirmation, let us know at: competitions@domusacademy.itRequired materials
ADDITIONAL FOR DUAL AWARD MASTER
- 2 Reference Letters
- IELTS 5.5 in all parts or recognized equivalent certificate to be submitted within 3 months before the course start date. (not mandatory)