The Architect's Chair – Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition
Dezeen Competitions: Buildner presents the sixth edition of its competition, The Architect's Chair, which seeks submissions for chairs informed by legendary designs.
The winner of the competition will have their design showcased at an upcoming edition of the Stockholm Furniture Fair.
Organiser: Buildner
Competition: The Architect's Chair – Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition
Judges: yet to be announced
Registration deadline: 3 December 2026
Winner announcement: 10 February 2027
Prizes: the first prize is €3,500, the second is €2,000, and the third is €1,000. Prizes also include the Buildner student award at €1,000, and the sustainability award at €500. Six honourable mentions will also be awarded
Competition overview
The sixth Architect's Chair Competition, developed in partnership with Stockholm Furniture Fair, invites architects and designers from around the world to create their own signature chair, showcasing their creativity, versatility, and design vision.
Drawing inspiration from iconic architects such as Charles and Ray Eames, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer and Arne Jacobsen, participants have the opportunity to contribute to the rich tradition of architect-designed furniture while engaging with one of the most influential events in the global design industry.
This special edition offers participants a unique platform to present their ideas to an international audience. Competition winners will have their designs exhibited at Stockholm Furniture Fair, while the final evaluation process will take place in connection with the fair itself, bringing selected projects into direct dialogue with leading architects, designers, manufacturers, and design professionals.
Eligibility and judging criteria
The competition is open to all individuals. No professional qualifications are required. Participants can enter individually or in teams of up to four members.
How to enter
Participants must upload proposals via the online upload panel on Buildner's website.
Participants are required to upload one A2 landscape presentation board as a visual representation of their proposal.
No video files are accepted, and all information provided must be in English.
Submission deadlines
Early bird registration opens from 17 June to 23 July, with advanced registration from 24 July to 24 September. Last-minute registration takes place from 25 September to 3 December.
The final registration deadline is 3 December 2026 and the closing date for submissions is 5 January 2027.
Winners will be announced on 10 February 2027.
About Buildner
Buildner specialises in creating and managing architecture contests, offering a platform for architects to showcase innovation and engage with a global community.
Its mission is to inspire creativity and professional growth in the architectural industry.
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