DesignBuild - a holistic teaching approach

Design first, then build: Behind the "DesignBuild" architectural approach is an alternative teaching approach that links the concrete planning and implementation of social or non-profit buildings in all countries of the world. The student self-build projects raise awareness of sustainable practice and promote an open-minded perspective. However, the world is changing and some of the goals of completed projects no longer reflect the spirit of the times. The task of the research competition is to critically examine the past and the future. The results will be published as a book in our Sto Foundation book series.

From looking back to looking ahead

In 2021, the Sto Foundation realigned the DesignBuild competition and created a third category. With Research, we specifically promote the ideas and research work of young talents in architecture. The funding scope is broad: Theoretical basic research as well as constructive planning solutions or the sustainable optimization of specific components, building structures or building materials are eligible for funding.

With our DesignBuild competition, we support student projects in the following three disciplines:

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