Process for the architectural competition for the construction of the Green Code Campus in Malaga
Together, we can create a world where technology and nature work in harmony for a better future.
Objectives of the Architectural Competition
Design a modern, eco-friendly, and functional campus that reflects the integration of digitalization and environmental protection..
Create spaces for education, collaboration, innovation, and accommodation that meet the needs of young students, startup founders, and professionals.
Support international creativity and innovation by involving architectural firms from around the world.
Competition Schedule
Phase 1: Preparation and Announcement of the Competition (2025)
March 2025
- Define requirements and criteria for designs (eco-friendliness, sustainability, digital integration).
- Assemble a jury of experts in architecture, digitalization, and ecology.
- Secure funding for the competition and prize for the winner.
April 2025
- Officially announce the competition, including terms and deadlines.
- Promote the competition through international media and architectural platforms.
Phase 2: Submission and Evaluation of Proposals (2025)
May – July 2025
- Submission of proposals from architectural firms worldwide. Submission of proposals from architectural firms worldwide.
- Evaluation criteria:
- Use of eco-friendly materials and sustainable technologies.
- Digital integration (smart technologies, IoT, energy efficiency).
- Functionality and aesthetics (spaces for lectures, workshops, accommodation, coworking).
August 2025
- Jury evaluation of submissions.
- Selection of finalists (3–5 designs) based on preliminary assessments.
September 2025
- Finalists’ presentations and announcement of the winning design.
Phase 3: Preparation for Project Implementation (2026)
January – June 2026
- Detailed development of the winning design.
- Collaboration with the winning firm to create implementation plans.
- Obtaining the necessary permits for construction.
Construction Timeline and Project Phasing
- Start of Construction: 2026
- Completion of Construction: 2029
- Commencement of Operations: 2030
Phase 1: Core Educational and Administrative Facilities (2026–2027)
- Construction of lecture halls, coworking zones, and administrative offices.
- Implementation of smart technologies for efficient energy use and environmental monitoring
Phase 2: Expansion with Accommodation Facilities and Startup Incubator (2028)
- Development of modern and eco-friendly accommodation facilities for students and participants.
- Construction of a dedicated startup incubator to support innovation and entrepreneurship.
Phase 3: Completion of Community and Social Zones (2029)
- Development of green roofs, relaxation spaces, dining areas, and sports facilities.
- Finalization of the exterior with a focus on eco-friendliness, including green spaces, solar panels, and water recycling systems.
Participation Conditions for the Competition
Participation
- Open to architectural firms from around the world.
Evaluation Criteria
- Alignment with the vision of the Green Code Campus (digital + ecology).
- Innovation and sustainability of the design.
- Practical feasibility within the specified time and budget constraints.
Prize
- The winning design will be implemented.
- Financial reward and international recognition for the winning firm.
Promotion of the Competition
International Campaign: Promotion through social media, architectural magazines, and environmental platforms.
Sponsors and Partners: Presenting the competition as an opportunity to participate in a global project that unites digitalization and planet protection..
Significance of the Competition and Project Implementation
Environmental Impact
The campus will serve as a model of sustainable design and technology, setting an example for future projects.
Educating the Next Generation
Modern facilities will foster the education and collaboration of young people who will shape the digital and environmental future.
Strengthening Malaga
The project will solidify Malaga’s position as a hub for innovation and technological solutions.
