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ARX: ARCHITECTURE ‧ REALITY ‧ XPERIMENTAL invites high school and university students up to undergraduate level to submit design proposals for a multi-purpose pavilion under the theme ‘Liminal Terminal: Transition something to anything.’ This open call challenges young designers to explore the concept of a space of transformation and reinterpretation, while granting full creative freedom to define the functions of their design.

Concept

At its core, Liminal Terminal is an exploration of points or moments of transition—those in-between spaces that shape our daily lives. Whether stepping onto a train platform, exiting a department store, or pausing quietly before opening the door to one’s home, these subtle shifts mark our continuous movement between spaces, states of mind, and experiences.

But the notion of transition extends far beyond physical. It hints at the abstract shifts that occur from one point to another, one moment to the next. This conceptual openness offers fertile ground for creative exploration. Participants are encouraged to explore transitions through the lens of technology, culture, and other dimensions,

In this sense, Liminal Terminal becomes more than just a point of passage – it is a realm of possibility. ARX seeks proposals that transcend conventional architectural thinking—designs that are not merely physical structures, but metaphorical liminal terminals: spaces where diverse individuals interact, and where reflection is sparked on themes of transformation, connection, temporality, and the ongoing evolution of life and the city.

Design Brief

1. Propose a design for a multi-purpose space measuring no larger than 10 x 10 meters, based on the theme ‘Liminal Terminal: Transition something to anything.’ The design must be situated within a public context.

2. Participants are expected to clearly define the intended use, site context, construction or installation method, and material specifications. These elements may be determined freely; however, they must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, or public space policies relevant to the proposed location for construction or display.

3. The competition is open to high school and university students, who may apply individually or in teams of up to three members. Teams may consist of students from different disciplines, departments, academic years, or university. Each participant or team may submit only one entry.

4. The winning proposal will be constructed and installed in a public space in early 2026. The project must adhere to a total implementation budget of no more than 15,000 THB per square meter, covering construction, installation, dismantling, and transportation. All costs within this scope will be fully covered by ARX.

Construction Requirements

1. The total budget for construction, installation, dismantling, and transportation must not exceed 15,000 THB per square meter.
2. The footprint of the design must not exceed 10 x 10 meters.
3. The maximum height of the structure is 7 meters.
4. The design must be relocatable to allow for future display or installation at other locations.
5. The entire installation must be completed within five days.

Awards

First Prize Winner: Cash prize of 150,000 THB, a trophy, a special edition Fandeck, and a certificate..

First Runner-Up: Cash prize of 60,000 THB, a trophy, a special edition Fandeck, and a certificate.

Second Runner-Up: Cash prize of 40,000 THB, a trophy, a special edition Fandeck, and a certificate.

20 Finalists: Certificate of recognition.

*Note: All intellectual property rights and related entitlements for the awarded entries, including original design files, shall remain with the creators. However, ARX reserves the right to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, and display the submitted works across all media platforms, both domestic and international, without limitation of time, exclusivity, prior notice, or compensation.

Submission Guidelines

1. Submissions must include design plates in digital format (PDF), limited to a maximum of three A2 pages at 200 dpi resolution. The combined file size must not exceed 200 MB.

2. Each set of design plates must include the project title, a concept statement, site plan, elevations with dimensions, and a perspective rendering.

3. Please submit a download link to your design plates via the following form:  https://forms.gle/5KyQNgMXzFeoT1WZ7. The link must be accessible to the organizing team for file download, and all required form fields must be completed in full.

4. All submissions must be original works that have not been previously submitted to or received awards in any other competition.

5. Designs must not be copied or plagiarized from existing works.

6. The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any entry that violates the rules, without prior notice.

Timeline

Submission Deadline: August 31, 2025.

Announcement of 20 Finalists: September 20, 2025

Final Presentation and Award Ceremony: September 27, 2025

*Note: The details will be announced later

Judging Criteria

1. Feasibility – Practicality and potential for actual implementation: 25 points

2. Functionality – Effective use of space: 25 points

3. Aesthetic – Visual appeal: 25 points

4. Creativity & Design Concept – Originality of ideas and conceptual strength: 25 points

Judges

1.  Sanitas Pradittasnee, a co-founder of Sanitas Studio

2. Angkrit Ajchariyasophon, an independent  curator and artist

3. Pratarn Teeratada, Editor in Chief of art4d magazine

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