SMART VILLAGE HUB

1. Introduction

The Smart Village Hub competition aims to reimagine rural development through smart infrastructure, digital access, sustainability, community spaces, and climate-responsive design for future-ready villages.

2. Presentation

The competition invites architects, planners, designers, and thinkers to envision a contemporary rural village integrating:

Smart infrastructure
Digital connectivity
Sustainability
Community-oriented spaces

3. About the Project

Participants are asked to design a Smart Village Hub supporting:

Education
Healthcare
Skill development
Governance
Commerce
Social interaction

while respecting local identity, culture, and rural landscapes.

4. Schedule

January 1, 2026: Early Bird registration opens
January 14, 2026: Early Bird registration closes
June 30, 2026: Registration deadline
July 9, 2026: Submission deadline
September 15, 2026: Winners announcement

5. Awards

1st Place: Publication, certificate, jury report, interview, and free memberships in architectural communities
2nd Place: Publication, certificate, jury report, and memberships
3rd Place: Publication, certificate, jury report, and memberships
Honorable Mentions: Publication and certificate
Special Mentions: Publication and certificate
Shortlisted Entries: Listed in competition results and participation certificate

6. Jury

The jury will consist of architecture and planning experts evaluating:

Innovation
Sustainability
Design quality
Respect for rural identity and culture

Official Link

https://www.archiolcompetitions.com/competitions/smart_village_hub