2008 Competition Information

PCI’s 2008 Architectural Student Design Competition involves design of a new middle school to be located at the designated site in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area. The project will address the vision that PCI has for a new middle school, in addition to showcasing a total-precast concrete solution (defined as 100% of structural and architectural elements). Students may participate in this site-specific competition, or opt to enter in the non-site-specific category and work with a local school district where plans for a school are in progress.

In this year’s competition we are following the consideration of sustainable building practices. The potential for precast/prestressed concrete as a green building material is significant, and innovative applications may contribute to greater performance in several areas of sustainable building. Successful entries will be characterized by innovative use of precast/prestressed concrete as an agent in sustainable design. A minimum potential Silver LEED rating is required to be integrated into the design.

Entry due date for the 2008 competition is May 23, 2008.

Use the link(s) below for the latest competition requirements and resources.

Competiton Information & Submittal Requirements
2008_competition_information.pdf ( 426.5 KB PDF FILE)

Site Specific Layout Plans
Layout1.dwf ( 2.2 MB DWF FILE)
Layout2.dwf ( 1.2 MB DWF FILE)

For additional information about the competition or sponsorship opportunities, contact:

Michael Potts
PCI Director of Education
Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute
Phone: (312)583-6784
E-Mail: Email Mike Potts

All Student competitors are encouraged to explore designs from previous competition winners.
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