4th edition of [Ré]inventer l'existant
© Victoria Roussel
Deadline for teacher registration: midnight, March 15, 2026
Deadline for transmission of projects selected by teachers: midnight, July 14, 2026
Co-organized by the DRIEAT and the DRAC d’Île-de-France since 2023, this competition, which is open to students at architecture schools in the Paris region, rewards the best projects for the architectural and energy-efficient transformation and renovation of existing buildings.
It aims to acculturate these future architects to the design of a transformation project by confronting them with real built sites. The projects are carried out as part of their studies, with the support of teachers who help them discover the subtleties and richness of working with existing architecture, while raising their awareness of buildings’ energy needs and ways of reducing them.
How to participate
The competition is open to students enrolled for the 2025-2026 academic year, in the 1st or 2nd cycle (bachelor’s and master’s degrees) of architecture schools based in the Paris region.
Students can compete alone or in teams, or even in multidisciplinary teams with the participation of students from other disciplines (art, construction, design, engineering, etc.), associated within the framework of institutional collaborations (double degree, exchange, cooperation, etc.).
Participation takes place through the intermediary of a referent teacher.
Since the competition’s inception, projects submitted by ENSA Paris-la Villette students have been recognized by the jury. Each year, they are among the projects that have been noticed and among the winners:
2025
Special Mention Architect Mediator
Eve Bergeron, Emma Coppens and Lilia Hocine: Le Ventre de la Baleine in Pantin (93) – co-constructing the future of a threatened artistic breeding ground
Teaching: “L’opportunité de la banlieue” (M2, PFE), directed by Guillaume Baron and Merril Sineus
2024
Winners in the final-year project category
Sophie San Andres, Sophia San Miguel and Melissa Laborde: Cité de la Maladrerie in Aubervilliers (93) – reappropriation of the first floor, reinforcement of common spaces and adaptation to climate change
Teaching: “L’opportunité de la banlieue” (M2, PFE), directed by Guillaume Baron and Merril Sineus
2023
Winners in the Master 1-Master 2 category
Adam Flores, Maxence Gaudais and Gauthier Gundermann: École Pasteur in Bondy (93) – rehabilitation and extension of a school complex
Teaching: “Déjà-là: ressources, transformation, construction” (M1), directed by Emmanuel Mourier
News
Information on admission orals for first-time applicants via Parcoursup 2026 (excluding bi-courses)
The second phase of admission to ENSA Paris-la Villette is now open.
Invitations to selection interviews to join the school for the start of the 2026-2027 academic year have been sent out exclusively via the Parcoursup platform. To find out if they have been invited, applicants are invited to consult their space in Parcoursup.
Acquire new skills: learn to build with straw!
Since 2024, ENSA Paris-la Villette has regularly offered the Pro-Paille training course, which offers a comprehensive approach combining theory and practical exercises, enabling learners to master the principles and techniques in line with the professional rules for straw-bale construction (RPCP 2012) and apply them in construction or renovation projects.
The RPCP 2012, drawn up by the Réseau Français de Construction en Paille, constitute the official and normative framework in France. They define best practices for the use of straw as structural insulation and plaster support.
This continuing education course is aimed at all design, engineering and construction professionals wishing to acquire the skills needed to enter this market, as well as project owners and technical departments wishing to commission and maintain buildings (local authorities, landlords, developers).
No prior knowledge is required.The next Pro-Paille training course, for a maximum of 15 people, will take place from September 14 to 18, 2026.
Application deadline: June 26, 2026
Applications are now open for the D-PRAUG 2027 course (Programming approaches in architecture, urban planning and urban engineering).
D-PRAUG is a continuing education program dedicated to urban and architectural programming approaches in support of the ecological transition. It is offered by three leading higher education establishments: École des Ingénieurs de la Ville de Paris, École d’Urbanisme de Paris and École nationale supérieure d’architecture de Paris-la Villette.
This post-master’s level certification course is aimed at professionals in the field of planning and the built environment, either working or looking for a job, and at holders of at least 4 years’ higher education with professional experience in architecture, urban planning and/or construction. Validation of prior professional experience is possible.
The next D-PRAUG training course, for up to 20 people, will take place in 2027.
Applications are now open. Join the 2026-2027 HMONP class!
HMONP (Habilitation à la maîtrise d’œuvre en son nom propre) is a training program designed to help architects assume their responsibilities as authors of architectural projects.
At ENSA Paris-la Villette, this training program takes the form of a minimum 6-month work placement and two two-week thematic sessions at the school (end of January/beginning of February and end of June/beginning of July 2027).
ENSAPLV trains classes of 200 candidates.
New teaching module in S10: Introduction to the diversity of professional practices and the architectural professions
The new syllabus for the Master’s program, to be introduced at the start of the 2025-2026 academic year, introduces the “Student Pathway” teaching unit. The aim of this change is to better support students in the development of their career plans, taking into account the diversity of architectural practices and professional fields.
On February 24, 2026, the first of four sessions dedicated to the professionalization of S10 students took place, conceived by teachers Élise Macaire and Minna Nordström.
Future graduates had the opportunity to exchange views with ENSAPLV alumni from a variety of backgrounds, and discover the diversity of architectural professions.
Concrete Schools Trophy
Entry deadline: 31/10/2026
The Trophée Béton Écoles invites future architecture professionals to consider the aesthetic, technical and environmental qualities of concrete.
It is organized by the Bétocib association, CIMbéton and the Fondation École Française du Béton, under the patronage of the French Ministry of Culture, in partnership with the Maison de l’architecture Île-de-France and the AAIIA association.