Tiny footprint
Create a useful building that fits inside an imaginary square. Expand upward, not outward.
Shape and space
Build within a boundary
Tall and stable
Build the tallest structure you can while keeping a wide-looking base.
Recognizable silhouette
Make an object another person can identify when shown only its outline.
Hidden room
Add a space that is not visible from the front but can be found by rotating the model.
Two entrances
Create two clearly different routes into the same structure.
Bridge the gap
Connect two towers or platforms while preserving open space below.
Pattern and purpose
Make every visual choice mean something
Three-color rule
Use one color for the main shape, one for important features, and one for details.
Pattern with a break
Create a repeating pattern, then interrupt it once to draw attention.
Built for a character
Design a place for a specific imaginary inhabitant and show what they need.
One problem solved
Name an everyday problem, then build one object or place that helps.
Fewer blocks
Rebuild an existing idea with fewer pieces while keeping its identity.
Change one thing
Duplicate the idea in your imagination, change one feature, and explain which version works better.