London Festival of Architecture in collaboration with Architecture LGBT+ and Freehold, sponsored by Brookfield Properties, has launched an exciting design competition for a Pride Float to celebrate LGBTQIA+ architects at Pride in London 2025. Inviting architecture students, emerging designers, and professionals to create a float that amplifies LGBTQIA+ voices within the built environment.
This year's competition is aligned with the LFA 2025 theme of 'Voices,' encouraging participants to explore identity, inclusion, and creativity in their designs. The winning concept will be showcased at Pride in London on July 5, 2025, providing a high-profile platform for the visibility and representation of LGBTQIA+ architects. The selected team will receive an £8,000 budget to develop and bring their design to life.
Entrants are encouraged to propose innovative and bold designs that celebrate the contributions of LGBTQIA+ architects, both past and present. In addition to reflecting the festival's theme, designs should embrace sustainability and the principles of the circular economy, ensuring that the float is environmentally responsible. The float, which will be mounted on a 7.5-tonne dropside truck, must also integrate essential structural and safety elements, including handrails, speaker space, and weather-resistant materials.
This competition builds on the success of previous collaborations between LFA, Architecture LGBT+, and Brookfield Properties, which have seen powerful Pride installations capture the public's imagination. By offering a platform for creative expression, the competition reinforces a commitment to inclusivity within architecture, ensuring that LGBTQIA+ professionals are visible and celebrated.
The competition is open to individuals and teams from across the architectural and design community. The deadline for submissions is midday on Thursday 24 April. Join us in celebrating the power of design in shaping a more inclusive and representative built environment.
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Pride Float Design CompetitionType
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Submission Deadline
April 24, 2025 12:00 PMVenue
LondonPrice
FreeCountry Restrictions
United Kingdom