First Annual San Francisco
Edible Architecture
Competition 2023
supporting
Have you ever tasted architecture? Have you ever built food? Now you have a chance to do both, at the first Bernal Heights hosted, city-wide Edible Architecture Competition in San Francisco. The origin for this was a similar and innovative competition, at the time, limited to students, in an art, architecture & engineering school in NYC decades ago. Our new event is open to all imaginative entrants, whether amateur cooks, cookie-stacking fans, professional bakers, chocolate makers, artists, designers of all varieties.
The Edible Architecture Competition is a celebration of creativity, sustainability, community, and the power of design to inspire joy. Through this competition, we hope to raise awareness about the importance of sustainable and locally sourced food, as well as to challenge architects and designers to think outside the box and approach their work in new and unconventional ways.
Whether you are a professional in the field or simply a food and design enthusiast, this competition is an opportunity to explore the possibilities of edible architecture and push the boundaries of what is possible.
- Date: Saturday June 10, 2023
- Time: 4- 6pm (entries to be set up between 2:30-3:45, judging 4-5pm)
- Location: Office of Architect Mason Kirby, 306 Precita Ave, SF, CA 94110 / Precita Park
- Eligibility: Everyone, all ages (individual or teams)
- Open Theme: Any form of architecture, structure, house, building, topography, modern, traditional, antiquity
- Judges: TBD: Christian Divis, Divis Consulting, Burrito Justice, Notorius Cartographer & Blogger, Vega Freeman-Brady, Restaurateur, Jane Willson, Artist, Nilgun Wolpe, NY Engineering, Karen Curtis, Red Dot Studio, Deborah Landis, Civil Service Linda LeBlanc, Compass
- Inquiries: Gilly Youner at gy@masonkirby.com
Rules
All entries must be entirely constructed of edible components, can be homemade or store bought, or any combination of both. Can be perishable, but must be refrigerated until competition if possible. All structural elements must be edible, and compostable, no toothpicks, straws, plastic, wood or paper.
1. The ONLY part of the entry allowed to be inedible is the base platform, tray or platter. Maximum base perimeter is 84” Approx. 18” x 24”, maximum height 36”.
2. Concept and creativity are key. The farther you go from a traditional gingerbread house the better! Go wild, be inventive. Savory or sweet. Turduckens, Timbales, Bernal Bauhaus Baklava welcome.
3. Awards will be…
4. Sign-up categories: Professional (architects, designers, chefs, bakers, food services), Adult, Ages up to 12, 12-18
5. The competition entries may be eaten, but for food safety reasons cannot be donated directly, so we are requesting voluntary donations to help support the amazing Meals-On-Wheels program of San Francisco.
Deadline
Register online by June 7th!
OR
Email your completed entry form to:gy@masonkirby.com or mail to Edible Architecture, Attn Gilly Youner, Architect Mason Kirby 306 Precita Ave, SF CA 94110 – OR- Drop off at our mailbox by Monday June 5th.
First 50 entries will be guaranteed a spot, subsequent entries will be placed on a waiting list pending space availability.
Late entries may be accepted by 3: 45pm on day of competition if there is space. Please bring a completed entry form.
Inquiries: Gilly Youner gy@masonkirby.com
1. All entries must be entirely constructed of edible components, can be homemade or store bought, or any combination of both. Can be perishable, but must be refrigerated until competition if possible. All structural elements must be edible, and compostable, no toothpicks, straws, plastic, wood or paper. Entrants must follow food safety guidelines in the creation and handling of their entries.
2. The ONLY part of the entry allowed to be inedible is the base platform, tray or platter. Maximum base size is 84” in total perimeter. Approx. 18” x 24”, maximum height 36”.
3. Winners announced at the end of the event, make sure your entry has a card with your name, or team name, THE TITLE OF THE ENTRY, description of the entry concept, and a list of edible ingredients used. Indicate on card whether you would like to take your entry home with you or you’d like it to be eaten/donated.
4. PLEASE TAKE PHOTOS OF YOUR ENTRY BEFORE SUBMITTING. – Entries may be eaten after display.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can uncooked pasta be used
Yes, both cooked and uncooked pasta can be used
Are there edible food items that can not be used?
No raw or uncooked meat, eggs, or shellfish
Are architecture firms, restaurants, bakeries eligible to enter?
Any firm can enter, except judges’ own firms. maximum 2 participants per team
Can the entry be 3D printed
As long as it is fully edible. (Competitors are permitted to use up to 50% mechanically produced
components in their entry. Examples include: machine designed, 3D printed and laser cut
components. 50% of each entry must be handcrafted)
Can I take my entry home afterwards
Yes!, If you prefer. Please say so on the display card, no guarantees it will not be eaten.
How do I enter the competition?
You can drop off a completed form at our office mailbox by Monday June 5th, or register online
by Wednesday June 7th. 50 initial entrants will be confirmed at registration. Subsequent entrants
will be confirmed pending space and as weather permits.
Can I enter on the day of the competition?
Late entries may be accepted by 3: 45pm if there is table display space in the office or in front/
park, must include a completed entry form.
Will there be prizes?
Prizes will be gifts and gift certificates donated by our wonderful sponsors