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Fluid Forms Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber and Natural Branches in Community Landscape Integration

Author:
Ahmed khalid ashour Alsanfaz
Fluid Forms Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber and Natural Branches in Community Landscape Integration

Project in-detail

Crafted from cross-laminated timber and complemented by a skin of natural branches, the design harmonizes with its topography to create an engaging public space that invites communal interaction and appreciation of the surrounding landscape.
5 key facts about this project
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Crafted using local cross-laminated timber to enhance sustainability and reduce carbon footprint.
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Incorporates a distinctive skin made of natural branches, blending architecture with its environment.
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Features a bent A-frame design that maximizes structural integrity while creating dynamic interior spaces.
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Includes multi-platform levels that provide varied visitor experiences and perspectives of the landscape.
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Utilizes charred wooden shingles for enhanced weather resistance and a unique aesthetic detail.
The architectural project "Fluidity" represents a thoughtful integration of built form with the natural landscape, emphasizing a connection between architecture and its environment. This design seeks to create a seamless flow between the structure and the surrounding terrain, allowing for an immersive visitor experience through multi-dimensional exploration. The project primarily functions as a public space intended for communal gathering, interaction, and appreciation of the landscape.

The design features a tower that rises gently from the ground, constructed with materials that resonate with the locality. The use of local wood for the structural columns and paving underscores a commitment to sustainability. The structure’s skin incorporates natural branches, providing textural contrast and enhancing thermal performance.

The project is arranged over three platforms, each offering distinct vantage points for visitors as they ascend through the space. The design employs undulating lines that foster a sense of movement, guiding visitors along a 140-meter pathway. This carefully curated path draws users into an engagement with the natural setting, allowing for a multidimensional interaction with the environment.

The architectural approach of "Fluidity" sets it apart from typical designs in several ways. First, the responsiveness to the site's topography is foundational. The fluid forms enhance the visitor experience, allowing for varied perspectives that shift with elevation, fostering an ongoing dialogue with the landscape. The integration of local materials not only ensures that the project maintains a low environmental impact but also creates a strong physical and cultural connection to the area.

The unique skin structure made from wood and branches provides not only aesthetic differentiation but also functional benefits. This choice captures natural light while providing shade and ventilation. The design further prioritizes accessibility, incorporating ramps and gentle inclines to allow all users to experience the space fully.

In summary, "Fluidity" exemplifies a sophisticated effort to marry architectural form with local context and environmental sensitivity. The project encourages exploration and engagement, inviting further examination of its architectural plans, sections, designs, and ideas for a comprehensive understanding of its innovative framework. Interested readers are encouraged to explore the project presentation for a deeper insight into its design and execution.
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The 10th edition of the MICROHOME architecture competition invites architects and designers from around the world to explore the possibilities of compact, sustainable living. Hosted by Buildner in collaboration with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this special edition challenges participants to design an off-grid, modular microhome for a young professional couple, with a maximum floor area of 25 m². Designs should prioritize innovation, efficiency, and real-world feasibility. 

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