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A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

Franco Ghilardi

Wrapped in charred wooden shingles and built from cross-laminated timber, this community spa blends wellness, sustainability, and landscape-driven design in a remote Icelandic setting.

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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

Levi Gauge Pfeil

Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.

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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

Pietro Cipolletta Marco Caporaletti

Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.

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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs

Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.

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A Modular System for off-Grid Communal Living

A Modular System for off-Grid Communal Living

Paolo Dolceamore, Omar Cicci, Federico Andrea Iannarone, Matteo Dossetto

Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.

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The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates

The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates

Hubert Pierre Olivier Charlaix, Mathieu Henri Pierre Nouhen

Situated in a remote and climatically challenging environment, the design responds to the need for shelter and communal space within a rugged natural landscape. The approach reflects regional building traditions while addressing functional requirements for comfort and protection.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

Silviu Virgil Aldea

Located in a temperate climate zone, the residence explores a modern approach to family living through a series of interlocking volumes. The design emphasizes a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting adaptable living patterns while responding to environmental considerations.

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A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

Kristýna Rosecká, Sandro Nanić

The design responds to pressing housing needs in regions affected by climate change and urban displacement, focusing on sustainable, self-sufficient living solutions.

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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

Ryan Kirkness

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the Mývatn landscape, providing a functional ski cabin that balances modern amenities with local materiality.

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The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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