The competition is open internationally to students of any discipline at the college or university level. Competition entries may be the work of an individual or team and there is no limit to the number of entrants per team. However all participants must be registered students of a college or university during the course of the competition. All information and materials needed to participate in the competition are contained in the online program document and drawing files. There is no entry or submission fee required to participate, though students must register their intent to submit by September 30, 2010.
The 5th Annual Ed Bacon Student Design Competition asks entrants to develop innovative designs for an international exposition in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary to be held in Philadelphia in 2026. Entrants should examine the questions of what an international expo looks like in the 21st century, how large-scale celebrations can be long-term beneficial for their host city, and what role this type of event plays in sustainable urban development.
Thursday, Spetember 30- Deadline for Pre-Registration
Tuesday, November 2- Deadline for receipt of competition submissions. Entries must be received by (not postmarked) by this date. (Download submission form [pdf])
For full details please vist the competition website
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