Architecture Competition for the New Headquarters of the CMC
Introduction
The National Public Architecture Competition is an opportunity for the Curitiba City Council (CMC) to find an innovative and sustainable architectural project for the new headquarters of the Legislative Branch. The competition seeks to create an urban facility open to the city, encouraging social interaction, institutional transparency, and closer ties between the Legislative Branch and the population.
Presentation
The competition is promoted in partnership with the Curitiba Institute for Urban Research and Planning (IPPUC) and the Brazilian Institute of Architects – Paraná Department (IAB-PR). The Curitiba City Council is composed of 38 councilors and a technical staff made up of civil servants, appointed positions, and parliamentary advisors.
About the Project
The project aims to create a complex that will play a strategic role in the revitalization of Curitiba’s Historic Center, integrating parliamentary activities, public services, and collective-use spaces. The new complex must align with contemporary principles of public architecture, incorporating sustainable solutions, energy efficiency, universal accessibility, flexibility of use, and integration with the urban environment.
Schedule
- [03/06/2026]: Beginning of the preliminary project submission period
- [05/04/2026]: End of the preliminary project submission period
- [February 2026]: Competition awards ceremony
Awards
- 1st Place: R$ 40,000.00 + contract for the development of Executive Architectural and Complementary Projects + participation certificate + public promotion
- 2nd to 5th Place: R$ 40,000.00 + participation certificate + public promotion
Jury
The judging committee is composed of:
- Architect and Urban Planner
- Architect and Urban Planner
- Architect and Urban Planner
- Architect and Urban Planner
- Architect and Urban Planner
- Architect and Urban Planner