Organizer 

Volume Zero

Location 

International

Deadline 

November 6, 2026

Competition Category 

Architectural Design, Residential Module Design, Urban Planning

Eligibility 

Open to all - architects, students, engineers, product designers, thinkers, companies, organizations, and anyone interested; no professional qualifications required

Entry Fee 

India: INR 3,186-4,130 per team (including 18% GST); Other Countries: USD 82.6-112.1 per team (including 18% GST)

Prizes/Awards 

Total Prize Pool: USD 10,000;

1st Prize: USD 5,000 + Certificate + Publication;

2nd Prize: USD 2,500 + Certificate + Publication;

3rd Prize: USD 1,500 + Certificate + Publication;

Gold Mention: USD 1,000 + Certificate + Publication

Core Introduction 

The 29th international architecture competition by Volume Zero marks a decade of pioneering global design discourse. The competition invites participants to design a 250 sq. ft. living module for two residents, incorporating sleeping, cooking, bathing, working, eating, and storage as a seamless choreography. Participants must imagine 25 units forming a responsive, adaptable community network for 50 residents in an urban context. This edition challenges the global design community to expand the logic of possibility beyond shrinking footprints.