The historic Red Square, which fronts the Kremlin and other major Russian landmarks, originally served as a marketplace and centre of trade, and in the 20th century became the seat of the Soviet government. The square has been the site of numerous military parades and other demonstrations that have transformed it into a symbol of Russian political power. Today, amidst new political campaigns and in the wake of the 2014 Winter Olympics, Moscow’s Red Square is to many a symbol for Russian State repression. 

This new pavilion is to be conceived as a structure incorporating educational spaces, with lecture and workshop rooms as well as exhibition spaces. Participants are also urged to consider other recreational and public spaces to support these educational programs.

All scales and materials are admitted but the structure must be de-mountable. Most importantly, the pavilion should conceptually deconstruct ideas for tolerance, remembering those who were victims of fanaticism and representing those who firmly defend and believe in a future without violence against any minority. 

While the pavilion is meant to be temporary, entries will be judged on their ability to leave enduring social and political footprints.

‘I believe that unarmed truth and unconditional love will have the final word in reality. This is why right, temporarily defeated, is stronger than evil triumphant.’ Martin Luther King 

More information on competition and submission requirements as well as Red Square 3D Sketchup model, plans and sections available for download.

 

Jury

Dr Louis Gyoh - architect and academic, RIBA, MCIOB, FRSA, United Kingdom
Alona Martinez - lecturer, School of Architecture, University of Plymouth, United Kingdom
Gemawang Swaribathoro - architect, OMA, Hong Kong
Andrejs Edvards Rauchut - 2010 Cooper Union graduate, associate professor at RISEBA
Allison Schwartz - architectural designer, MA Architects, USA
Agata Piet - architect PhD student, Faculty of Architecture, Wroclaw University of Technology, Poland
Audrey McKee - architectural designer, Renzo Piano, France
Carlos M Guimarães – architect, depA, correspondent of A10 magazine, Portugal
Mandy Too - architectural executive - DPA, Singapore
Simon McGown - project designer, Morphosis Architects, USA

 

Fees:

Regular Registration: US$ 90

Late Registration: US$ 120

Following information is available for download:

- Competition brief 
- Plans, sections (CAD File)
- 3D model (Sketch Up)


 

Competition is open for all. No professional qualification is required. Design proposals can be developed individually or by teams (4 team members maximum).