Saman Saffarian,Adam Unger,Thomas Samuel Blight,Tereza UngerovÁ
Utilizing earth materials and advanced greywater systems, the design creates a series of sustainable homes that integrate with the arid landscape while fostering a strong sense of community.
Georges Kachaamy,Somaia Salem Abdelkreem Haggag,Amna Hassan Ali Taleb Bin Shahdoor,Dana Zaidoun Faleh Otoom
Utilizing advanced 3D printing technology, this residence integrates a central courtyard with natural ventilation elements and sustainable materials to create a comfortable living environment in Dubai's challenging climate.
Constructed with a 3D printed carbon-fiber dome and insulated with closed-cell polyurethane foam, this micro home provides an efficient living space designed for the unique challenges of the desert environment.
Utilizing local soil and advanced 3D printing techniques, this compact living space features a porous skin that optimizes ventilation and light, creating an integrated environment for modern living.
Utilizing 3D-printed walls and natural stone, the design integrates sustainable living elements within a modular layout that adapts to the needs of a modern urban family.
Utilizing recycled plastic and aerated concrete, a floating habitat integrates mealworm-based waste management and hydroponics to provide a sustainable living solution in an urban waterfront environment.
Upcycled ash wood forms a dynamic façade in a modular housing scheme that fosters community interaction through shared courtyards and flexible living units.
Constructed with hempcrete and rammed earth, the residence combines traditional Middle Eastern design strategies with contemporary sustainable technologies to create an efficient family dwelling in Dubai's desert environment.
Utilizing a frame-wall structure and a steel plate system, the design integrates natural elements to facilitate interactive learning within the diverse ecosystems of the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve.
Constructed with plywood panels and strategically designed lightwells, these cabins utilize stone foundations to create versatile spaces for wellness and meditation.
Constructed using woven palm leaves and local materials, the visitor center integrates with the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, providing educational spaces that foster a connection between visitors and the surrounding ecosystem.
An enclosed observation area with all-round visibility allows visitors to engage deeply with the surrounding landscape while a series of designed balconies promotes social interaction and solitude, functioning as an urban lookout point.
Located within a forested area near Gozjā “Little Lake” in Latvia, the proposal examines how small-scale architecture can support retreat and observation in a natural setting. The study considers the relationship between built forms, landscape, and light, focusing on spaces for rest, reflection, and communal gathering.
Incorporating a facade of burned wood that echoes Icelandic folklore, the retreat offers guests immersive views of Lake Mývatn and serves as a cultural haven for visitors seeking connection to local mythology and nature.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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