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ARKxSITE is a platform for international architecture competitions to promote debate and reflection beyond the cross-cultural, ideological and disciplinary borders. It is an initiative that aims to bring together students and professionals in the field of architecture to encourage new perspectives and innovative strategies of intervention within the territory.
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COMPETITIONThe Site Sanctuary is a place of memory and remembrance, an intimate space to celebrate the history and the sensitive experience and nature of place. The Site Sanctuary provides a space for quiet reflection and is a platform for meditation; a place for introspection to further intensify the connection between place, memory and profound tranquility.
BRIEF
This international one-stage architecture ideas competition invites all architecture students, young architects and young professionals with a degree in architecture studies (≤ 40 years old) to develop and submit compelling ideas for the design of a Site Sanctuary located on the powerful natural scenery of Monsanto, Portugal.
Monsanto has a number of significant landmarks within a prominent landscape. For its authenticity, atmosphere and significance, Monsanto has been named the 'most Portuguese village of Portugal'.
When generating a vision for an intervention located within such a spectacular place, it is essential that each proposal emphasises, respects and celebrates the site, while provide visitors with a unique experience.
The Site Sanctuary is a place of memory and remembrance, an intimate space to celebrate the history and the sensitive experience and nature of place. The Site Sanctuary provides a space for quiet reflection and is a platform for meditation; a place for introspection to further intensify the connection between place, memory and profound tranquility.
SITE SANCTUARY
Entrance / foyer 15 m2
History chamber 25 m2
‘Inner Sanctum’ 40 m2
Look-out point * m2
Restrooms 15 m2
Storage room 10 m2
Rewards
1st Prize
$2 324 + Publication2nd Prize
$1 162 + Publication3rd Prize
$581 + PublicationTimeline
Europe/Madrid
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