Argentina; national university competition
About this story
The Cámara Argentina del Acero is administering the Argentine stage of Desafío Alacero 2026, a university design competition centered on architecture in steel. Teams register through the organizer and submit their project documentation through assigned digital folders. Published evaluation areas include architectural quality, steel architecture, sustainability, climate, environment and landscape. The national prizes are 1,250,000 Argentine pesos for first place, 600,000 pesos for second and 300,000 pesos for third.
Status and timeline
Following an extension, registration and project delivery close September 10, 2026. The Argentine jury decision is scheduled for September 20, 2026, after which the national winner advances to the regional final.
Design highlights
Steel construction; sustainable architecture; climate response; environmental and landscape considerations; student-led design research.
Important dates
· registration and submission · Details
· national jury decision · Details
