The Municipality of Elin Pelin has launched this competition with the goal of creating an accessible, safe, and functional city center that encourages an active lifestyle, social interaction, and economic growth.

Elin Pelin is a young but rapidly developing town in Bulgaria. The competition aims to result in the realization of a modern, sustainable, and attractive urban environment that expresses the town’s unique identity.

The project is divided into two parts – the Conceptual Design of Zone 1: the City Center and the Development of Zone 2: the Surrounding Area which includes the Schematic Design of Urban Elements and Furniture.

Prizes:

1st Prize – €10,000 

 2nd Prize – €7,000 

 3rd Prize – €3,000 

 2 Honorable Mentions – €1,000 each

Schedule:

Launch: 07 November 2025

Deadline for questions: 30 January 2026

Deadline for registration: 04 February 2026

Deadline for submission: 09 February 2026

Preparation competition materials for jurying: 10 - 13 February 2026

Jurying: 16 February – 16 March 2026

Announcement of the Competition Results: no later than 24 March 2026 

Questions: [email protected] 

The competition is open worldwide, and welcomes architects, urbanists, landscape architects, and multidisciplinary teams! Registration and participation are free.