This competition offers a unique opportunity for architecture students at Universidad ORT Uruguay, inviting them to explore the boundaries of creativity and sustainability in construction through the use of steel.
With the support of the company Gerdau, which has extensive experience in steel production, and in collaboration with the Mides, the main objective of this edition of the competition is to challenge students to develop a prototype for modular and scalable housing that serves as an innovative, sustainable, and inclusive solution.
A Cutting-Edge Challenge: Designing Sustainable and Inclusive Housing for People with Mobility Impairments
The challenge for this edition is to develop a preliminary design for a residence for people with limited mobility, which is planned to be built at the Artigas Center—owned by Mides—and will be used to assist individuals in the final stages of their social reintegration.
The design of this home must not only take into account the functional needs of people with limited mobility, but also address issues of sustainability and energy efficiency.
Learn about the rules of the "Thinking About Steel" contest
Comprehensive training, innovation, and construction technology
The competition encourages teamwork among students, but also promotes the use of innovative construction technologies and design methodologies in the field of steel construction.
Participants must present their projects at an event to be held in October 2023, during the Construction Fair, where the jury’s decision will be announced and the winners revealed.
Awards and recognitions: unique opportunities for the winners
The winning team of this challenge will have the opportunity to visit one of Gerdau’s industrial plants in Brazil, with travel, accommodation, and per diem expenses covered.
In addition, they will have the opportunity to complete an internship at the Ministry of Social Development, where they can help oversee the construction of the housing units they designed.
Commitment to the future of architecture
Through this competition, Gerdau, Mides, and Universidad ORT Uruguay are demonstrating their commitment to training future architecture professionals, fostering research and innovation in the field of construction, and promoting architectural solutions that contribute to the well-being of society.
The launch of this sixth edition of *Pensando en Acero*marks a significant step forward in the training of architects committed to quality of life, sustainability, and excellence in construction.
Join "Thinking About Steel" and make a difference
Registration for the "Pensando en Acero" competitionis now open to students in the School of Architecture at Universidad ORT Uruguay. The competition has become an exceptional opportunity to put classroom knowledge into practice and make a meaningful contribution to the fields of architecture, construction, and inclusion.
The call for entries has already been issued, and we hope that aspiring architects will embrace this exciting challenge, contributing their ideas and innovation to the development of housing that makes a difference in today’s society.
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"Thinking Steel" is underway, and the next generation of architects is ready to take on the challenge.