cool school design for an extreme climate

Our 6th international design competition is now open: We are seeking an innovative school design proposal that can withstand the extreme Mongolian climate. The competition challenges architects, designers and engineers to provide a design solution which has the chance to shape the future of school buildings across cold regions globally.


Contestants should consider environmental conditions, materials, space, comfort, accessibility, adaptability and aesthetics. Building Trust will work alongside competition partners, World Vision, local government and the school community in Khovd, Mongolia to build the winning school design.