VOLCANIC ARCHITECTURE
COMPETITIONS
RETREAT FOR THE BLIND &
VOLCANIC VISITOR CENTRE
ACCESS THE VOLCANIC ARCHITECTURE BRIEFS
Design a Retreat for The Blind and Volcanic Visitor Centre using Iceland's natural thermal waters.
For those who experience vision loss, it can be easy to retreat from the world, to stay indoors and avoid unpredictable surroundings.
This is an opportunity to explore your creativity and challenge your design skills with an architectural experience that provides a sensory journey and connects those experiencing vision loss to the dramatic setting of Iceland's Black Beaches.
ICELAND PROJECT BRIEFS
All projects and resources are included within a single payment.
You can choose to take part in any or all of these projects.
Retreat for the Blind Iceland
Challenge: to design a partly subterranean retreat to connect people with visual impairments with the sensory environment of Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland.
Our brief asks for an innovative and creative design focusing on the user experience and connection to the surrounding nature and wildlife with a minimal environmental impact. The partly subterranean structure will give blind and visually impaired people a unique experience with sensory adventures and opportunity to relax and feel at peace. The retreat should be connected to the surroundings through the choice of design and materiality.
Spa and Art facilities will make use of the natural amenities this site has to offer with thermal and glacial waters, ice, black rock and sand.
This project will be accompanied by a written description of the journey through your proposal which can be enjoyed by blind and visually impaired people.
All projects will be published and promoted across our global platforms.
SITE ANALYSIS, TOPOGRAPHY & PHOTOGRAPHS included in this purchase.
Exclusive package including:
Additional images & videos
Project criteria and details
Local Routes & Site information
Flora & Fauna information
CAD Topography
3D Topography Model
SUBMISSION
Once your project / Thesis is complete you can submit it to have it published across our website and social media platforms.
Head to larsenarchitcture.com/submit.
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.