SELF-SUSTAINING ECO VILLAGE, TOWN HALL & FLOATING ECO HOUSE
EMPORDÀ GREEK ECO VILLAGE COMPETITIONS
SUSTAINABLE ECO VILLAGE
Empordà takes its name from Empúries, the first Ancient Greek settlement in the Iberian peninsula, located just south of the Aiguamolls de l'Empordà or the "Emporda Wetlands".
The Emporda Wetlands are one of the most important wetland habitats in Spain. They are rich in biodiversity and have been heavily impacted by tourism and construction in the last few decades.
We believe humans and nature can both coexist and benefit each other. This is why we have designed our most ambitious set of competitions yet, where we explore how humans should live within and alongside nature. We expect all proposals to consider not only minimal-impact designs and sustainable construction methods, but also demonstrate a self-sufficient and eco positive lifestyle that benefits the surrounding environment.
This is your chance to shine.
Start your self-sustainability journey now.
EMPORDÀ BRIEFS
Create a single image, visual, drawing that best illustrates your proposal for each the Eco-Village within the wetlands of Empordà. Using the briefs that are given, describe to us how this village will look and how you imagine the eco-village within just a single image!
Use this mini challenge to test your creativity, practice visual software skills and expand your portfolio.
Empordà Polis - Self-Sustaining Eco Village Competition
Challenge: to design a self-sufficient eco village in the protected wetlands of Empordà.
This design challenge asks for a fully self-sustaining eco village that will sit peacefully within the site and allow both humans and nature to share the same space and revolutionises the way we live - providing a fully independent and minimal impact lifestyle, while retaining the comforts and technologies of modern day life.
The challenge is to work with this incredible landscape to produce lightweight and undetectable buildings that bond humans and nature. We expect to see environmentally-conscious structures that set a precedent for what sustainable architecture should look like. We expect you to consider every aspect of the design and building process: the materials to be used, their sourcing, how they will be taken to the site, how the buildings will be erected without disturbing the local nature, how the village will be self-sustaining, how the village will benefit the surrounding nature.
SUBMISSION
Submission Deadline 2nd December 2024
VIEW WINNING DESIGNS
Submission requirements:
Single JPG Image - any orientation
To submit your design:
Click the link: www.larsenliverpool.com/submit and log in to your Larsen Liverpool Account.
Fill in the form and upload your design board and project description
Upload a title/cover image for your competition design (optional)
Select one of the optional extras to complete your competition experience.
If there are any issues or you have any questions, please contact us at info@larsenliverpool.com.
Languages – English, Spanish, Catalan
SUPPORT & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
One-to-one mentoring
Get one-to-one mentoring and coaching from industry professionals. Let our experience and knowledge guide you through this important stage in your career.
We empower students to navigate your career path successfully by providing personalised guidance, industry insights, and networking opportunities, giving you a competitive edge in the industry.
CV/Resume & Portfolio Review
Get a full professional profile review including detailed feedback on your CV/Resume, Portfolio and any online profiles.
We will dive deep into who you are as a designer, your niche, your target client and your unique offer (USP).
We will identify your interests, strengths, areas for growth, and the essence of your personal brand.
A CV/Resume & Portfolio Review is included in this Programme but can also be purchased independently below.
Competitions & Workshops
You will be given UNLIMITED access to all of our competitions, workshops and online resources to help you build your portfolio, develop your skills and win cash prizes.
Our design competitions give you opportunity to step out of the day-to-day to build an impressive and varied portfolio, improve your skills and flex your creativity.
Set in beautiful, dramatic sites, these competition briefs allow for incredible visuals and unique project responses - attracting students and professionals of all backgrounds.
Letter of Recommendation
We want to give you the recognition you deserve and use our reputation to do that. We will provide you with a personalised letter of recommendation from a Chartered Architect and Registered Interior designer with ARB, RIBA and BIID, and publish your work across our global platforms.
We will then personally reach out to your top choice of employer to recommend you for the position.
Interview & Presentation Skills
Get one-to-one support on your interviewing and presentation skills to make sure that you are prepared and confident for any opportunities that come your way.
The best architect doesn’t win the job, the best storyteller does.
It's how you set yourself apart and ultimately move up the career ladder.