Organizer

Buildner

Location

Global (Online competition)

Deadline

• Closing date for registration: 18 September 2025
• Closing date for project submission: 23 October 2025 (23:59 LONDON TIME)
• Announcement of the winners: 2 December 2025

Competition Category

• Furniture Design (any form of seating, including benches and stools)
• Exploration of new materials, construction techniques, and ergonomic solutions

Eligibility

Unlimited (Competition is open to all. No professional qualification is required. Design proposals can be developed individually or by teams with a maximum of 4 team members) .

Entry Fee

Paid. Fees vary based on participant status and award package type .

• Architect / Enthusiast / Company: 140 € (full award package) or 100 € (no monetary award) .
• Student: 120 € (full award package) or 90 € (no monetary award)

Prizes/Awards

• Prize fund: 7,000 €
  • 1st Place: 3,000 €
  • 2nd Place: 1,500 €
  • 3rd Place: 1,000 €
• 6 Honourable mentions & certificates
• Winners will receive extensive publicity, including a feature in a book, an interview, and a movie to boost their recognizability in the industry .

Core Introduction

The Architect's Chair Competition continues the tradition of renowned architects designing iconic furniture, inviting architects and designers to showcase their unique design philosophies and styles through the design of a chair . As the fourth installment in the series, the competition encourages participants to think beyond the boundaries of architecture and delve into the realm of product design, creating a functional and aesthetically compelling piece of furniture.