The OFF GRID FARM Architectural Competition by Samana Group invites participants to conceptualize and design innovative off-grid farming solutions that encompass the company’s holistic and sustainable approach to living that values self-reliance and minimal environmental impact.
Design challenge
The design challenge of the OFF GRID FARM competition by Samana Group revolves around conceptualizing and realizing an off-grid farm that transcends conventional norms. Participants are tasked with creating a self-sustaining farming ecosystem that integrates renewable energy sources, innovative water management techniques, and sustainable agricultural practices to ensure long-term viability and resilience. Emphasizing community resilience and environmental stewardship, the competition encourages the use of local materials and promotes economic development while supporting a transition towards sustainable living. By pioneering solutions that address the unique challenges of remote living, participants have the opportunity to shape a more resilient and sustainable future for the Samana Peninsula and beyond.
This architecture competition is exclusively for architecture students and young architects, and seeks to design a pioneering, self-sufficient farming and addresses the challenges that Samana faces nowadays (limited access to electricity, water scarcity, and agricultural constraints).
Schedule & Fees
Early Birds Registration: March 25 - April 28
Regular Registration: April 29 - May 26
Late Registration: May 27 - July 07
Prizes
1st place: 3,000$
2nd place: 2,000$
3rd place: 1,000$
Samana Group Award: Construction of the project
Audience Award: Week-long stay in the Dominican Republic
Winning projects and finalists will be published in magazines, blogs, architecture websites and social media. Digital participation certificates provided to all contestants.
Jury
Ryohei Koike – BIG
Cosimo Scotucci – MVRDV
Ludwik Kaizerbrecht – GENSLER
Oscar Torrejón – LUIS VIDAL+ARQUITECTOS
Magdalena Wojtal – SAMANA GROUP
Pedro Catrain – SENATOR OF SAMANA PROVINCE
Registrations are open. Get all the information on our website.