REIMAGINING ABANDONED QUARRIES
CONCERT HALL, BIOPHILIC PAVILION & REGENERATIVE LANDSCAPE
Reimagining Disused Quarry Competitions
We invite architects, landscape designers, and environmental enthusiasts to participate in this set of competitions to restore an abandoned stone quarry and contribute to the healing of this industrial scar on our world’s natural landscape. Your innovative designs can breathe new life into the site, making it a symbol of environmental restoration and conservation.
The primary goal is to revitalise the site by encouraging native ecosystems and habitats to return, while creating a harmonious coexistence between nature and humans using one, or all, of our three competition briefs, outlining the design for a Concert Hall, a full Revitalising Landscaping proposal and a Biophilic Pavillion, all located within the quarry of your choice.
For all of our quarry competitions, you have the option to choose your own site location or one of the site locations that we have provided.
If you are choosing your own site, it must be a disused, open stone quarry that has had no post industrial intervention, or a quarry that is currently in use and will benefit from your proposal once the material extraction has been exhausted. If you have a site in mind but are unsure whether it is suitable, you can contact us via info@larsenliverpool.com and we would be very happy to discuss this with you.
We have provided the option to use one of three different stone quarries from around the United Kingdom, located in protected Natural Parks. You may select any one of these sites to use as the basis of your project. Our Site Analysis Package includes 3D topography and Photographs of each of the sites.
Disused quarries can have a detrimental effect on the landscape, destroying large areas of natural habitats. Your objective for these projects is to create a detailed proposal for the revitalisation of a quarry that can act as a catalyst to encourage similar interventions worldwide, with an emphasis on sustainable design, wildlife conservation and a comprehensive landscaping scheme with native flora.
Let your creativity blossom.
QUARRY COMPETITION BRIEFS
All Quarry Competitions are included in a single payment.
You can choose to take part in any or all of these competitions.
Quarry Concert Hall Design
Design a sustainable Concert Hall that provides a unique architectural experience for visitors. Revolutionise public architecture with this completely timber structure that seamlessly integrates with the surrounding landscaping providing restorative healing to the dramatic, industrial landscape of the quarry as it returns to its natural state.
Calling all visionary architects and eco-conscious designers! Dive into this one-of-a-kind Concert Hall Competition, where creativity and sustainability collide to shape the future of entertainment venues and set a new standard for public buildings.
Join us on a journey to craft a truly iconic, off-grid concert hall that redefines sustainability standards and sets a bold new precedent for architectural innovation. Enter now and be part of a revolution in eco-friendly design!
The objective of this Concert Hall Competition is to challenge and inspire participants to envision and design a cutting-edge concert venue that minimises its environmental footprint while delivering exceptional acoustic and visual experiences, setting a new standard for eco-conscious entertainment spaces.
SUBMISSION
Submission Deadline 28th October 2024
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Submission requirements:
Please download the brief from this page (login required)
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.
Language – English
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.