Buildner presents the sixth edition of The Architect’s Chair – Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition, developed in collaboration with the Stockholm Furniture Fair. The call for entries invites participants to the creation of a signature chair that reflects the designer’s own design philosophy through the exploration of materials, construction techniques, ergonomics, and innovation.
As part of this collaboration, a selection of the winning designs will be exhibited at the Stockholm Furniture Fair, linking the contest to an international event dedicated to furniture and design.
A designer chair
The challenge seeks a proposal that combines functionality and comfort, aesthetics and signature style, exploration of materials, structural solutions, versatility, and adaptability.
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In terms of ergonomics, the design should take into account comfort, different body types, and user preferences. The call for entries also encourages the exploration of materials based on their durability, sustainability, and potential applications, while paying attention to quality, detail, and precision in construction.
The organization clarifies that it is not necessary to physically build the chair: visualizations or other representations of the concept may be submitted. The call for entries also accepts other types of seating, such as benches and stools.
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Stockholm Furniture Fair
The 2027 edition of the Stockholm Furniture Fair will take place from February 9–12, 2027 in Stockholm. The fair’s organizers describe it as a platform for Scandinavian designand an international meeting place for the furniture, lighting, and architecture sectors.
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The exhibition of a selection of the winning projects is part of the awards ceremony for this sixth edition of The Architect’s Chair. The rules state that the exhibition will provide an opportunity to present these works to professionals and stakeholders in the fields of design and the furniture industry.
Call for Applications Guidelines
Awards and Participation
The " has " contest has a total prize pool of €8,000. The first prize is €3,500; the second prize is €2,000; and the third prize is €1,000. In addition, the Buildner Student Award, worth €1,000; the Buildner Sustainability Award, worth €500; and six honorable mentions.
The call for applications is open to the general public and does not require professional qualifications. Proposals may be submitted individually or by teams of up to four members.
How to Participate
The submission must be made using a horizontal A2 panel, up to 10 MB in size, containing the graphic elements necessary to explain the proposal. It may include sketches, renderings, floor plans, cross-sections, elevations, diagrams, or other forms of representation.
All written information must be submitted in English , and the panel must not contain any information that could identify the participant or the team. Proposals must be uploaded via the official Architecture Competitions platform by Buildner.
Key Dates
- December 3, 2026: Registration deadline.
- December 8, 2026: Deadline for questions and answers.
- January 5, 2027: Deadline for proposal submissions: 11:59 p.m. London time.
- February 10, 2027: Announcement of winners.
The guidelines suggest including floor plans, elevations, sections, details, materials, diagrams, and perspectives, as well as information on ergonomics, materials, construction, sustainability, and feasibility. However, they clarify that this set is for guidance only and that other resources may be used to communicate the project more effectively.
The winning projects will also be featured on ArchDaily as part of the collaboration between that platform and Buildner. There is a registration fee. The rules can be found on the official contest website for current fees.