📌 About the Event

Rome Rain Rooms 2026 is an international design competition that invites architects and designers to reimagine rainwater harvesting in an urban context. The primary keyphrase Rome Rain Rooms 2026 focuses on creating “Rain Rooms” non invasive, flexible installations that collect water while offering a visual and auditory experience to the public. For Indian architecture students and urban planners, this is a chance to propose sustainable solutions for high-density cities, competing for visibility and professional implementation.

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ℹ️ Event Details

• Category: Design and Architecture
• Organizer: ArchUp
• Eligibility: Architects, Students, and Creative Designers
• Open To: Global including India
• Team Size: Individual or Group (up to 4)
• Effort Level: High
• Submission Type: Design Boards and Narrative (3D Renders)

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📅 Important Dates

• Registration Deadline: 28th May, 2026
• Event or Submission Date: 29th June, 2026
• Results Announcement: 15th September, 2026
• Mode: Online

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🏆 Prize Details and Value

• Prize Type: Cash and Publication
• Prize Amount or Value: Total prize pool of €5,000
• Certificates: Official ArchUp Design Merit Certificate
• Visibility: Designs published in international architecture journals
• Additional Perks: Potential prototype implementation in select city locations

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🎯 What You Will Do

• Design a functional “Rain Room” that integrates with existing urban infrastructure.
• Incorporate sensory experiences (visual/auditory) into the water collection process.
• Submit a technical board explaining the sustainability and material choice.
• Ensure the design is non-invasive and easy to relocate.

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📦 Resources and Support Available

• Site analysis guidelines for urban environments.
• Resource library on sustainable water management systems.