ConcursArq Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about publishing design contests, receiving verified proposals, payments, finalists, winners and deliverables.
Clients
When is a contest activated?
A contest is activated when the client completes the initial payment. This initial payment opens the call and starts the ConcursArq operating process.
When are proposals unlocked?
Complete protected proposals are unlocked only after the contest submission stage has ended, proposals have been verified and the final payment has been completed.
Are the proposals construction-ready documents?
No. ConcursArq focuses on conceptual design proposals. Technical construction documents, permits, engineering and local code compliance must be handled by qualified professionals according to the project location.
How are certificates generated?
Certificates are issued according to the contest result, such as participation, finalist status or winning proposal, once the contest reaches the corresponding stage.
Can I request adjustments from finalists?
Yes. When the flow allows it, the client can open one final adjustment round with private observations for finalist proposals.
Can I see everything before completing the final payment?
No. Before the final payment, the platform protects designers’ work with limited signals, protected previews or locked views.
Who chooses the winning proposal?
The client chooses the winning proposal after reviewing the verified submissions and selecting the available finalists.
Designers
When is a contest activated?
A contest is activated when the client completes the initial payment. This initial payment opens the call and starts the ConcursArq operating process.
When are proposals unlocked?
Complete protected proposals are unlocked only after the contest submission stage has ended, proposals have been verified and the final payment has been completed.
Are the proposals construction-ready documents?
No. ConcursArq focuses on conceptual design proposals. Technical construction documents, permits, engineering and local code compliance must be handled by qualified professionals according to the project location.
How are certificates generated?
Certificates are issued according to the contest result, such as participation, finalist status or winning proposal, once the contest reaches the corresponding stage.
Can I submit two proposals to the same contest?
No. To keep the process clear, each designer can submit one proposal per contest. The proposal may be edited before final approval, when allowed by the flow.
What does Top 5 mean?
It means the client selected your proposal as one of the finalist proposals before choosing the final winner.
When do I receive a prize?
The economic prize applies to the winning proposal according to the contest rules and ConcursArq withdrawal/payment policies.
Jury / Advisor
When is a contest activated?
A contest is activated when the client completes the initial payment. This initial payment opens the call and starts the ConcursArq operating process.
When are proposals unlocked?
Complete protected proposals are unlocked only after the contest submission stage has ended, proposals have been verified and the final payment has been completed.
Are the proposals construction-ready documents?
No. ConcursArq focuses on conceptual design proposals. Technical construction documents, permits, engineering and local code compliance must be handled by qualified professionals according to the project location.
How are certificates generated?
Certificates are issued according to the contest result, such as participation, finalist status or winning proposal, once the contest reaches the corresponding stage.
What is the role of a jury or advisor?
A jury or advisor can support review and evaluation processes when ConcursArq enables that flow for a specific contest or client.