The term decathlon reveals a subdivision of ten contests, through which a team formed by professionals, technicians, and scientists proposes to evaluate the performance of built homes in terms of livability, accessibility, and efficiency.
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These are the contests:
1 – Architecture contest (juried) 
2 – Market appeal contest (juried) 
3 – Engineering contest (juried) 
4 – Communication contest (juried) 
5 – Affordability contest (juried) 
6 – Comfort zone contest (measured) 
7 – Appliances contest (measured) 
8 – Home life contest (measured) 
9 – Commuting contest (measured) 
10 – Energy balance contest (measured) 