Briefly
Program description
The city of Drohobych has announced an open nationwide architectural competition dedicated to the development of its central urban area in the context of contemporary transformations.
The competition focuses on generating architectural and urban planning solutions under the theme “Development of the Central Part of Drohobych as an Urban Core in the Context of Modern Transformations.”
Key features of the programme include:
- an open national-level competition format;
- a focus on the development of Drohobych’s central district;
- support for innovative urban planning and spatial development concepts;
- organisation by the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning.
Main Information
Eligibility
The nationwide architectural competition is open to professionals, students, and amateurs involved in the fields of architecture and design.
Eligible participants include:
- individual professionals;
- author teams and creative groups;
- practitioners working in architecture or design;
- students of relevant disciplines;
- amateurs interested in developing architectural and urban planning solutions.
Participants are expected to submit original project proposals related to the development of the city centre. Authors of the best submissions will receive awards, while the selected concepts may serve as a basis for future comprehensive development solutions for the central part of Drohobych.
Financing
The authors of the best entries will receive an award, and the projects will serve as the basis for future comprehensive solutions for the development of the city center.
Supported Activities
Within the architectural competition, project proposals are expected to contribute to the comprehensive development of the city centre. Supported concepts should address the following priorities:
- preservation and revitalisation of the historic urban environment;
- creation of high-quality, inclusive, and safe public spaces;
- rethinking the transportation model of the central city area;
- integration of modern urban planning practices and development approaches;
- strengthening the economic and tourism potential of the city centre;
- shaping a new identity for the centre as a vibrant and dynamic urban space.
Overall, the competition supports architectural and urban development concepts that combine the protection of historical heritage with contemporary solutions for sustainable city-centre development.
Roadmap
- On 9 June 2026, the Executive Committee of the Drohobych City Council approved the decision to launch the competition.
- The registration deadline is 26 June 2026.
- Competition projects must be prepared and submitted by 1 October 2026.
How to Apply
To participate in the competition, applicants are required to follow these steps:
- Submit an application to the competition organiser, the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning.
- Send the application to Rynok Square 20, 4th Floor, Drohobych, or by email to:
- The organiser will review the submission and register the participant.
- Once registered, participants will receive the design brief and the necessary source materials for project preparation.
- The registration deadline is 26 June 2026.
After registration is completed, participants may proceed with preparing and developing their competition proposals.
Evaluation Criteria
During the evaluation process, particular attention will be given to how well the proposed concept aligns with the overall objective of the competition.
The key assessment focus is the ability of the proposal to deliver a comprehensive and innovative spatial solution for the transformation of the central part of Drohobych.
In particular, proposals are expected to demonstrate:
- a balanced integration of historical and cultural heritage with current community needs;
- consideration of contemporary urban challenges and development trends;
- a holistic approach to the transformation of the city centre;
- sensitivity to the local context and characteristics of the urban environment;
- a clear vision of the central area as a modern urban core.
These aspects will help determine the relevance and quality of the proposed architectural and urban planning solutions.
Legal Terms
Competition application.