SONIC BLUEPRINTS - AURAL ARCHITECTURE

INTRODUCTION

Archiol is pleased to announce the third edition of the Aural Architecture design competition, an innovative platform that challenges architects and designers to explore the uncharted territories of architectural design using the sense of sound. This competition seeks to redefine architecture by encouraging participants to harness the power of sound, translating emotions into physical spaces. We invite architects, designers, and creative minds to immerse themselves in the realm of auditory perception, to craft architectural spaces that evoke unique emotions and humanize the spaces enclosed by walls.

OBJECTIVE

The primary objective of the Aural Architecture design competition is to explore the limitless possibilities of architectural design influenced by sound. Participants are expected to:

1. Listen to one of the four provided music pieces, which serve as the catalyst for inspiration.

2. Analyze the chosen music piece, extracting and understanding the emotions it conveys.

3. Translate these emotions into abstract architectural spaces.

4. Design a structure or installation capable of embodying and depicting the essence of the selected emotion.

5. Demonstrate your creative prowess in creating architectural spaces influenced by sound.

THE BUILDING PROGRAMME

Participants are free to design any type of structure or installation that can encompass a volume, expressing the emotions inspired by the selected music piece. The architectural space should be abstract, unconventional, and emotionally resonant. The design should consider both form and function, with a focus on the emotional experience of the space's inhabitants.

SITE

There are no specific site restrictions for this competition. Participants are encouraged to choose a site that best complements their design concept and creatively integrates their architectural space into the chosen location.

DESIGN FLEXIBILITY

In the Aural Architecture competition, participants are given a high degree of design flexibility. The goal is to encourage creative freedom and innovative thinking. Your design should be original, forward-thinking, and capable of captivating the senses through the power of sound.

PROJECT PROPOSAL REQUIREMENT

Participants are required to submit a comprehensive project proposal that includes the following:

1. Conceptual drawings and illustrations.

2. Detailed plans, elevations, and sections of the proposed architectural space.

3. A written description of the selected music piece, the emotions it conveys, and how these emotions have been translated into your architectural design.

4. A site plan (if applicable) with context, surrounding features, and integration of the architectural space.

5. Materials and construction methods proposed, with an emphasis on sustainability.

6. An explanation of how the design engages with its intended users and the surrounding environment.

AWARDS

• Top 3: Certificate + Interview + Publication + score card with inputs

• Honourable mention: Certificate + Publication.

• Shortlisted: Certificate.

TIMELINE

• Competition Announcement: 1st January 2024

• Registration Opens: 1st January 2024

• Advanced Registration Deadline: 16th January 2024

• Standard Registration Deadline:16th March 2024

• Late Registration Deadline: 31st March 2024

• Submission Deadline: 15th April 2024

• Winners Announcement: 20th May 2024

REGISTRATION FEES

ADVANCED REGISTRATIONS

• AR 01: JAN 01 – JAN 16 – $20

STANDARD REGISTRATIONS

• SR 01: JAN 17 – FEB 02 – $23

• SR 02: FEB 03 – FEB 16 – $25

• SR 03: FEB 17 –  MAR 02 – $27

• SR 0: MAR 03 – MAR 16 – $29

LATE REGISTRATIONS

• LR: MAR 17 – MAR 31 - $38

DISCOUNTS

• Architecture Students group 

• min. 5 participants from the same institution: 10% off on regular & late registration fee.

• min. 15 participants from the same institution: 20% off on regular & registration fee.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Participants are required to submit the following materials:

• Design sheets (2 -5) jpeg. / jpg. Format. (dimension: 30cm x 30cm,  file size: 25mb)

• Design description with a title (Min. 300 words) – docx. / docs. Format

JURY 

We collaborate with leading architects, designers, and academicians of international repute to participate as jury members in our competitions.

EIGIBILITY

The competition is open to architects, designers, artists, and creative thinkers from around the world. Participants can enter as individuals or in teams (max. 4 members in one team). 

COMPETITION LINK: 

https://www.archiol.org/competitions/aural-architecture-2024