Welcome to the Newhouse Program & Architecture Competition!

Show off your skills! Let the world see what you can design!

Registration for the Newhouse Architecture Competition is now open!

What is the Newhouse Architecture Competition?
The Newhouse Architecture Competition is a judged competition and exhibition of work, such as technical drawings, models and original designs, by Chicago public high school students. For 28 years, CPS students have been entering Newhouse and winning the support and admiration of Chicago’s architecture community.

Who can participate?
If you are a student in a Chicago public high school, you are eligible to participate in the prestigious Newhouse Architecture Competition.

How do I get started?
Choose one of the projects listed on this site, complete a registration form by March 12th and turn your project in to the Chicago Architecture Foundation by May 14th. Your work will be judged by professional architects and put on display for public viewing.

What’s in it for me?
Through the competition, you will have a chance to show off your skills to an audience that includes professional architects and engineers, as well as students, teachers, and parents.

If you are awarded a prize, you will be eligible to apply for paid summer internships or a Taliesin apprenticeship.
This is the competition that could change your life. If you think you’ve got what it takes, show your stuff this spring!

Get started!
We look forward to seeing your projects in May! Until then, if you have any questions, call the Chicago Architecture Foundation: (312) 922-3432 x237.

Good luck!