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Looking for your next creative challenge? designboom rounds up 10 competitions<\/a><\/strong> open for entries in August 2025, ranging from adaptive reuse architectural contests to urban sculpture challenges. Each opportunity invites international creatives to participate, showcase their skills, and benefit from the prizes. Scroll through the list, discover a challenge that sparks your interest, and submit your work to global competitions.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organizers can submit their open calls to designboom\u2019s competition platform to gain visibility among an international community of design professionals, students, and enthusiasts \u2013 submit here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Explore 10 designboom competitions that are calling for entries in August 2025.<\/p>\n Posterheroes 14: Seeds of Kindness \u2013 a Call to Design Empathy<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> Posterheroes Submission deadline:<\/strong> August 22, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Posterheroes is an international social communication contest promoted by PLUG, in collaboration with Favini, ITC-ILO, Fondazione Time2, and Torino Graphic Days\u00ae. Each year, it invites the creative community to design a 70\u00d7100 cm poster reflecting on contemporary social issues. The 14th edition<\/a><\/strong>, Seeds of Kindness, explores the power of empathy and kindness in shaping more inclusive, aware, and supportive societies. Participation is free and open to all, with the possibility to submit up to 3 posters through the official platform.<\/p>\n 2025 French Design Awards Season 2<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> IAA Submission deadline:<\/strong> August 27, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n The 2025 French Design Awards<\/a><\/strong> accepts entries from designers of all background whose designs tell a compelling story. Its categories are divided into seven award programs: architectural design, interior design, product design, packaging design, fashion design, landscape design and conceptual design. Designs must have been produced within the last five calendar years up through the final deadline (August 27, 2025).<\/p>\n Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> Buildner Submission deadline:<\/strong> August 27, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n As part of Saudi Arabia\u2019s broader cultural transformation, the Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge<\/a><\/strong>, organized by Buildner in partnership with the Mujassam Watan Initiative (an initiative by Al Fozan Social Foundation), provides a platform for architects and artists to shape the Kingdom\u2019s evolving public spaces. Since its launch in 2018, this prestigious competition has welcomed creative minds from around the world to design sculptures that reflect Saudi Arabia\u2019s culture, heritage, and aspirations. These works of art are envisioned as meaningful additions to the urban landscape, enhancing public spaces and celebrating the Kingdom\u2019s identity. This edition\u2019s theme, \u2018The Inspiration Around You,\u2019 challenges participants to reflect on their environment and create sculptures that embody Saudi Arabia\u2019s unique story.<\/p>\n Wind Design<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> Enel\u00a0 Submission deadline:<\/strong> August 30, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Enel SpA launch the international contest Wind Design<\/a><\/strong> that gives the opportunity to propose solutions to conceive, develop and implement tri-blade wind turbines with an innovative design, in compliance with technical regulations for the sector, and with the minimal landscape impact. The contest \u2013 launched through Enel\u2019s \u2018Open Innovability\u2019 platform specifically set up to attract innovative ideas from outside the company \u2013 is open to university and doctoral students, architects, engineers, designers, research institutions, university, companies and start-ups. Projects will be evaluated according to the following criteria: Design, technical and financial Feasibility, Innovation and sustainability.<\/p>\n FROMM.Lab Design Competition. Design for a Changing World \u2013 Bridging Cultures<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> FROMM. Submission deadline:<\/strong> September 1, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n FROMM. Lab is a co-design model that connects emerging creatives with industry experts to develop original pieces for FROMM.\u2019s collections and projects. These collaborations are presented both locally and internationally, featured at leading design exhibitions and global industry platforms. FROMM.Lab Design Competition. Design for a Changing World \u2013 Bridging Cultures<\/a><\/strong> asks creatives to reinterpret Arab cultural heritage through the lens of contemporary design, creating functional and production-ready pieces.<\/p>\n Re:Form New Life for Old Spaces<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> Buildner Submission deadline:<\/strong> September 2, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n In a world facing urgent environmental and spatial challenges, the most sustainable solutions may come not from new construction, but from reimagining what already exists. Re:Form New Life for Old Spaces<\/a><\/strong> invites architects, designers, and innovators to embrace the challenge of adaptive reuse, working within spaces under 250 square meters to give them renewed purpose and relevance. Participants are free to choose any existing structure \u2013 whether currently in use, abandoned, or neglected \u2013 anywhere in the world. From unused storefronts and aging sheds to underutilized garages or portions of larger buildings, each project should demonstrate the potential to transform a limited footprint into something innovative and impactful.<\/p>\n MILAN DESIGN DISTRICT: Rethinking an Apartment Concept in the Heart of Isola<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> Terraviva Submission deadline:<\/strong> September 12, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Terraviva launches MILAN DESIGN DISTRICT: Rethinking an Apartment Concept in the Heart of Isola<\/a><\/strong>, a new architecture competition representing a unique opportunity to redefine the essence of residential design in Milan. Move beyond conventional renovation and rethink the essence of residential design in a unique metropolis like Milan. This competition is about rethinking everyday living by transforming an apartment into a masterpiece of contemporary design that embodies Milan\u2019s avant-garde spirit. Nestled in the heart of Isola District, the flat is situated in a classic \u2018Casa di Ringhiera\u2019 \u2013 a traditional tenement-style building that symbolises the communal spirit of old Milan.<\/p>\n FLORENCE HILLS: Reviving a Unique Rural Heritage in Tuscany<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> Terraviva Submission deadline:<\/strong> September 17, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Terraviva opens FLORENCE HILLS: Reviving a Unique Rural Heritage in Tuscany<\/a><\/strong>, a new competition structured in two Phases. It aims to adaptively reuse Podere Santa Margherita, nestled in the heart of Chianti. Marked by the passage of time and decay, this remarkable rural complex now calls for a thoughtful and innovative revival that can honor its historical legacy while breathing new life into its enduring architectural soul. The current condition of the Tuscan ruin certainly gives Podere Santa Margherita a special appeal. Therefore, the biggest challenge will be understanding what interventions could provide a new meaning to the original constructions without affecting their authenticity.<\/p>\n KOKUYO DESIGN AWARD 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> Terraviva Submission deadline:<\/strong> October 8, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n KOKUYO DESIGN AWARD is an international competition for product design that aims to co-create with talented designers and support their activities. The theme for the KOKUYO DESIGN AWARD 2026<\/a><\/strong> is \u2018HAMON \u2014Design that Resonates.\u2019 This theme focuses on the power of design, where an idea born from one person\u2019s real experiences can resonate with others, creating a chain of resonance and spreading throughout society. By digging deeper into ideas born from personal experiences and examining them from various angles, we envision the standards of the future. In addition, the \u2018NEW GENERATION AWARD\u2019 encourages unique ideas and challenges that are not bound by existing concepts, and is open only to student applicants with the expectation of future success.<\/p>\n Arxellence 3 International Transdisciplinary Architectural Ideas Competition<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Organization:<\/strong> Alumil S.A. Submission deadline:<\/strong> October 15, 2025<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Arxellence 3 International Transdisciplinary Architectural Ideas Competition<\/a><\/strong> is an Open, One-Stage International Transdisciplinary Architectural ideas competition that seeks a holistic approach from the participants to preserve historical memory and promote sustainable development on the Cycladic island of Gyaros. It is\u00a0an unpopulated island with a long and turbulent history. Gyaros is a desolate land shrouded in the remnants of its past. Today, the island has great ecological importance as it hosts the largest population of monk seals in the Mediterranean.<\/p>\n The post 10 designboom competitions open for entries in august 2025<\/a> appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" designboom competitions open in august 2025 \u00a0 Looking for your next creative challenge? designboom rounds up 10 competitions open for entries in August 2025, ranging from adaptive reuse architectural contests to urban sculpture challenges. Each … <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":0,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[142],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n10 competitions calling for entries<\/h2>\n
\nCompetition name:\u00a0Posterheroes 14: Seeds of Kindness \u2013 a Call to Design Empathy<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCompetition name: 2025 French Design Awards Season 2<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCompetition name: Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCompetition name: Wind Design<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCompetition name: FROMM.Lab Design Competition. Design for a Changing World \u2013 Bridging Cultures<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCompetition name: Re:Form New Life for Old Spaces<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCompetition name: MILAN DESIGN DISTRICT: Rethinking an Apartment Concept in the Heart of Isola<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCompetition name: FLORENCE HILLS: Reviving a Unique Rural Heritage in Tuscany<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCompetition name: KOKUYO DESIGN AWARD 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n
\nCompetition name: Arxellence 3 International Transdisciplinary Architectural Ideas Competition<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n