JOIN OUR COMMUNITY HUB CHALLENGE

Y Chhe Group, in partnership with TK Central and KLATFORM, seek visionary ideas for a new Community Hub in Toul Kork, Phnom Penh.

A community hub is more than just a building—it is a space that brings people together, offering opportunities for learning, creativity, recreation, and connection. As cities evolve, the importance of these third places, spaces beyond home and work becomes essential for fostering social bonds and strengthening local identity.

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Overview

Toul Kork, once a quiet residential district in Phnom Penh, has rapidly transformed into a vibrant urban area, home to a mix of long-time residents, young professionals, and a growing international community. As the area continues to develop, the need for inclusive, flexible, and accessible spaces that serve a diverse population is more important.

This competition invites architecture students to design a community hub that reflects the needs, values, and character of Toul Kork.The centre should serve as a welcoming, and adaptable space that enhances the social fabric of the neighborhood

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about the site

The project site is located in Toul Kork, Phnom Penh, a dynamic urban district known for its mix of residential, commercial, and educational facilities. The site is located on V-13 adjacent to street 273.

Participants are encouraged to analyze the context to propose a design that is responsive to its surroundings.

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what are we looking for?

WHAT

This competition invites architecture students to design a community hub that reflects the needs, values, and character of Toul Kork. The centre should serve as a welcoming, and adaptable space that enhances the social fabric of the neighborhood.

WHO

Students studying architecture, urban planning, and design of all backgrounds are encouraged to participate in this competition.

HOW

Fill out the digital form via QR Code (add qr code) or link in description

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INTERESTED? 
Find out how to apply below!

  • Participants must be currently studying and based in Phnom Penh.
  • Architects, urban planners, and designers of all backgrounds are encouraged to participate in this competition.
  • Applicant must collaborate in groups between 3 to 5 people.
  • Groups must be gender inclusive, must have at least one male and one female member.
  • All work entries must display a great degree of innovation and originality with no copyright issue.

Timelines Program
  • Registration Open

  • Proposal Submission Deadline - Round 1

  • Proposal Review by Judging Panel

  • Round 1 Shortlisted Team Announcement

  • Physical Model Submission Deadline - Round 2

  • Model Presentation to Judges

  • Public Vote & Exhibition

  • Award Presentation

Timelines.
Date
  • 21 Apr - 05 May 2025

  • 02 Jun 2025

  • 04 - 17 Jun 2025

  • 20 Jun 2025

  • 23 Jul 2025

  • 28 Jul 2025

  • 30 Jul - 06 Aug 2025

  • 22 Aug 2025

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award

Champion

● 4 million riels in cash
● Crystal Award
● A certificate of achievement

Best Drawing

● 2 million riels in cash
● Crystal Award
● A certificate of achievement

Best Model

● 2 million riels in cash
● Crystal Award
● A certificate of achievement

Top 6 Finalist

● 500,000 riels in cash each
● Certificate of Achievement

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application form

Fill out the digital form via the QR Code above
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