JBC Masonry Innovation Competition | International Masonry Institute

1. Introduction

The JBC Masonry Innovation Competition is a contest that seeks to innovate in the design and construction of masonry, promoting sustainable and transformative solutions for the built environment.

2. Presentation

The competition is organized by the International Masonry Institute (IMI) and aims to challenge architects and engineers to create innovative concepts that solve current problems, such as climate resilience, sustainability, community health and well-being, accessibility, and social equity.

3. About the Project

The competition seeks ideas that demonstrate value, relevance, and constructibility, and can be projects of any scale or program, from schools and hospitals to public spaces and housing. Ideas must be modeled in BIM and utilize BIM-M tools to bring the vision to life.

4. Schedule

  • [Unspecified Date]: Competition registration opens.
  • [Unspecified Date]: Competition registration closes.
  • [Unspecified Date]: Announcement of winners.

5. Prizes

  • [Placement]: [Value], [Benefits]
  • The competition does not specify the prizes, but it is likely that the winners will receive cash prizes, recognition, and opportunities to collaborate with the IMI.

6. Jury

The competition jury is composed of experts in masonry and innovation, who will evaluate the ideas based on criteria of value, relevance, and constructibility.

Official Link:

https://imiweb.org/jbcaward/