This competition seeks design proposals for an affordable, single family residence in a local area prone to flooding. The winning design will reimagine the basic design intent of the Farnsworth House.
All submissions become the property of the competition sponsors and will be publicized by IIT and local media, as well as posted on Real Estate Multiple Listing (MLS) websites. There is also the possibility that your submission may actually be built.
Open to any student in good standing at the Illinois Institute of Technology. Submissions from individuals or teams will be accepted.
The best design will be awarded the grand prize of $5000.
The top ten submissions will receive a prize of $1000 provided entries are on time and complete.
Feb 19th, 2019 - Competition Announced.
March 14th, 2019 - Competition Materials Released. Optional meeting in Crown Hall at 6:00pm. Attendance is highly recommended.
March 23rd, 2019 - Final Proposals Due by Noon.
March 30th, 2019 - Winners Announced.
Maximum size of indoor living space = 800 square feet (74 square meters).
Single story with the capability of future expansion upwards.
Basic structure to utilize 20’ x 8’ x 9’ and/or 40’ x 8’ x 9’ standard shipping containers.
See Design Brief for full program and criteria.
Registration Form
Site Plan (1)
Floor Plans (as needed)
Sections (1-2)
Elevations (2 minimum)
Renderings (as needed)
Basic Cost Analysis
Physical Model (optional)
Project Description including target buyer
The professional jury will review the submission and select the finalists based on the following:
Creativity
Practicality
Constructibility
Sustainability
Compliance with Submission Requirements
Minimum Impact on Flood Plain
Official Email: 2019DesignCompetitionInfo@footlik.org
Robert Footlik: robert@footlik.org
Adam Fogel: afogel@hawk.iit.edu
Combine all requirements into one pdf and submit via emails listed in Contact Information.