Alina Godunova – CEO, CUUB Creative Content Studio
Naji Safi – Design Manager / Senior Associate, DLR Group
Drew Gilbert – Design Lead Architect & AI Lead, OBMI
Camila Mina – Architect & Co-Founder, Former Bjarke Ingels Group – BIG
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Платформа Archibest Competitions (Ливан)
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HOUSE OF THE FUTURE: Designing the future of living in Saudi Arabia
Международный конкурс на типовой проект частного жилого дома в Саудовской Аравии. Участникам предлагается переосмыслить традиционный саудовский дом, сохранив культурную идентичность, традиции частной жизни и гостеприимства.
Проект должен включать пассивные климатические решения, возобновляемые источники энергии, экономию воды и интеллектуальные технологии. Приветствуются гибкие планировки, возможность адаптации и расширения дома, местные экологичные материалы. При этом решения должны быть реалистичными, долговечными, экономичными в строительстве и потенциально масштабируемыми.
Источник: www.archibestcompetitions.com
пресс-релиз:
DESIGNING THE FUTURE OF LIVING IN SAUDI ARABIA
Saudi Arabia is entering a remarkable new era, where architectural innovation meets cultural heritage to shape the next generation of living environments. As cities evolve and new communities emerge, housing is becoming a key driver of the Kingdom’s vision for a more sustainable, connected, and human-centered future.
The House of the Future invites architects, designers, and creative thinkers from around the world to imagine a prototype single family home that reflects the aspirations of modern Saudi living—balancing innovation, sustainability, cultural identity, and environmental responsibility.
Saudi Arabia is redefining the way people will live in the decades ahead. Guided by Vision 2030, the Kingdom is investing in transformative projects that promote sustainability, smart technologies, and exceptional quality of life.
As new cities and residential communities take shape, there is an increasing need for homes that are not only energy-efficient and climate-responsive but also celebrate local traditions, strengthen family life, and embrace the changing lifestyles of future generations.
The House of the Future challenges participants to rethink what a Saudi home can become—creating architecture that is innovative, resilient, and deeply connected to its place and people.
A HOME FOR THE NEXT GENERATION
The future home is more than a building—it is an environment that supports well-being, adapts to changing needs, and responds intelligently to its surroundings.
Participants are encouraged to explore solutions that integrate sustainable technologies, passive environmental strategies, renewable energy, smart home systems, water conservation, and flexible living spaces. At the same time, each proposal should reflect the social values, privacy, hospitality, and family-oriented lifestyle that define Saudi culture.
This competition is an opportunity to imagine homes that inspire future communities while contributing to a more sustainable built environment.
WHERE TRADITION MEETS INNOVATION
The House of the Future celebrates the unique opportunity to merge Saudi Arabia’s rich architectural heritage with forward-thinking design.
Rather than replacing tradition, participants are encouraged to reinterpret it—drawing inspiration from local materials, climate-responsive architecture, cultural patterns, and regional identity while embracing contemporary technologies and sustainable design principles.
The result should be a home that belongs to Saudi Arabia today, while remaining ready for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow—a timeless architectural vision for future generations.
THE COMPETITION
As Saudi Arabia continues its remarkable transformation, The House of the Future competition invites architects, designers, and visionaries from around the world to imagine the next generation of Saudi homes.
Participants are challenged to design a prototype single-family residence that responds to the Kingdom’s unique environmental, cultural, and social context while embracing innovation and sustainable living. The proposal should demonstrate how architecture can improve everyday life through intelligent planning, climate-responsive design, renewable technologies, and adaptable living spaces.
The competition encourages bold ideas that redefine residential architecture without losing sight of the values that shape Saudi society. Designs should balance creativity with practicality, creating homes that are functional, inspiring, and prepared for the needs of future generations.
Beyond a design exercise, The House of the Future is an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing evolution of architecture in Saudi Arabia. Winning proposals will showcase visionary thinking that supports sustainable development while celebrating local identity and improving the quality of life.
With a total prize fund of USD 10,000, the competition recognizes outstanding architectural ideas that demonstrate innovation, environmental responsibility, and a compelling vision for the future of housing in Saudi Arabia.
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
Participants are encouraged to challenge conventional residential design and explore bold, forward-looking ideas. The proposal should present a fresh vision for future housing while remaining sensitive to Saudi Arabia’s cultural identity, lifestyle, and environmental context.
Passive climate-responsive design.
Renewable energy solutions.
Water conservation strategies.
Smart building technologies.
Low-carbon and environmentally responsible design approaches.
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS
Materials & Construction
Proposals should prioritize durable, locally appropriate, and environmentally responsible materials that perform well in Saudi Arabia’s climate. Construction methods should support long-term resilience, ease of maintenance, and sustainability.
Flexibility & Adaptability
The home should be designed to adapt to changing family needs and future lifestyles. Flexible layouts, multifunctional spaces, and the potential for future expansion or modification are strongly encouraged.
Buildability & Practicality
While innovation is essential, proposals should remain realistic and buildable. Participants should consider structural feasibility, construction efficiency, cost awareness, and practical implementation without compromising design quality.
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