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Wellness retreat featuring sustainable materials and passive design elements against a natural backdrop
Wellness retreat featuring sustainable materials and passive design elements against a natural backdrop
Lauren Martino, Michael Vergalla
Nestled in a serene landscape, this wellness retreat uniquely integrates passive design techniques with sustainable materials like concrete and reclaimed wood, creating harmonious spaces that enhance both personal reflection and community connection.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Expansive Glass Create a Tranquil Artist Retreat in Rural Latvia
Charred Wood Shingles and Expansive Glass Create a Tranquil Artist Retreat in Rural Latvia
Kenneth Bostock
Incorporating charred wood shingles and expansive glass façades, this retreat harmonizes with its rural Latvian setting, providing an inspiring haven for artists seeking creativity and tranquility.
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Floating Dome Structure Blending Glass and Vegetation in a Winter Sanctuary
Floating Dome Structure Blending Glass and Vegetation in a Winter Sanctuary
Minyoung Choi, Grace Davidson
A unique dome-like structure made of netting and glass, interwoven with vegetation, creates an inviting retreat in a snowy landscape, designed to provide a serene escape for reflection and rest.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Embrace Community Agriculture
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Embrace Community Agriculture
Rithika Ramachandran
Emphasizing a seamless blend of charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design revitalizes local agricultural practices by providing a vibrant community space for social interaction and food production.
iceland greenhouse marketplace community sustainable agriculture local restaurant interior wooden
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Contemporary Sustainable Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Contemporary Sustainable Residence
Félix Roudier
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber create a harmonious blend of sustainability and modern design in a compact residence that fosters community engagement and adaptability.
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Natural Stone Integration and Biophilic Design in Coastal Healing Spaces
Natural Stone Integration and Biophilic Design in Coastal Healing Spaces
Lou Cirendini
With its seamless integration of biophilic design and local stone, this coastal healing environment creates a tranquil atmosphere that fosters recovery and wellness for its visitors.
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Elevated Pods With Copper Roofing Nestled Among Native Flora
Elevated Pods With Copper Roofing Nestled Among Native Flora
Yonatan Buchhandler, Valerio Nelli
Nestled on a cliff and constructed with a raised wooden deck and copper roofing, this collection of sleeping pods seamlessly integrates renewable energy features while providing a unique retreat experience in nature.
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Triangular Facades and Sustainable Pine Wood Pods on a Cliffside Retreat
Triangular Facades and Sustainable Pine Wood Pods on a Cliffside Retreat
Ioannis Katsiavos
With triangular facades crafted from sustainable pine wood, this cliffside retreat consists of individual sleeping pods that seamlessly blend into the natural landscape, providing a tranquil space for reflection and connection with nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timbers Elevate a Modular Retreat Experience
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timbers Elevate a Modular Retreat Experience
Ayman Makki
With charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels that blend seamlessly into the elevated landscape, this retreat fosters wellness and connection through its thoughtfully designed modular spaces.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Stone Create a Tranquil Space for Wellness Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Stone Create a Tranquil Space for Wellness Retreat
John Schoonmaker, Eliseo Elizarraraz, Sam Scardefield
Charred wooden shingles and locally sourced stone blend harmoniously to create a serene yoga studio that embraces its hillside setting, fostering mindfulness and connection to nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Comprise Sustainable Homes Designed for Community Resilience
Charred Wooden Shingles Comprise Sustainable Homes Designed for Community Resilience
Caitlin Doyle, Jordan Hanson, Valerie Haase, Michelle Shin
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and designed for modular adaptability, these homes foster community resilience while offering flexible living spaces tailored to the evolving needs of their residents.
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Circular Retreat Crafted From Sustainable Timber and Zinc in the Heart of Umbria
Circular Retreat Crafted From Sustainable Timber and Zinc in the Heart of Umbria
Yi Yang, Li Jiang
Crafted with a circular design using sustainable timber and zinc, this retreat immerses guests in the lush Umbrian landscape while offering a unique experience centered around wine tourism.
italy guest homes vineyards tourism circular sustainability community nature experience
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glazing Unite in a Self-Sufficient Urban Dwelling
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glazing Unite in a Self-Sufficient Urban Dwelling
Anna Wójcik
Charred wooden shingles and expansive glazing come together in a self-sufficient urban dwelling designed to harmonize with its surroundings while providing a sustainable living environment.
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Geothermal Greenhouse With Glass Facade and Steel Structure Serving Fresh Local Cuisine
Geothermal Greenhouse With Glass Facade and Steel Structure Serving Fresh Local Cuisine
Trae Schwenneker, Corey Stremcha, Lauren Perry, Ben Martinez
With a geothermal heating system enhancing its steel-framed glass facade, this unique greenhouse restaurant cultivates fresh local produce while providing diners with an immersive farm-to-table experience in the heart of Iceland's scenic landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Over Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Sustainable Family Homes
Charred Wooden Shingles Over Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Sustainable Family Homes
Eunkyoung Kim, Hyunchang Cho
With its charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this residential design seamlessly blends sustainability with modern living, creating warm and inviting homes that foster community engagement.
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Charred Wood Accents and Glass Facades Elevate Urban Living Experience
Charred Wood Accents and Glass Facades Elevate Urban Living Experience
Louis Dams
Characterized by a stunning interplay of charred wood accents and expansive glass facades, this urban development seamlessly integrates sustainable living with community-focused spaces.
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Wicker Nest Structure Embraced by Natural Light Within a Timber Retreat
Wicker Nest Structure Embraced by Natural Light Within a Timber Retreat
Ahmed Elmaghraby, Taha Ghaleb, Mohammed Zaki
Crafted from locally sourced timber and intricate wickerwork, this spiraled retreat harmoniously integrates with its forested surroundings, offering a serene space for meditation and community gathering.
new zealand cabin retreat sustainability timber nest nature meditation community landscape
Natural Stone Walls and Laminated Timber Create an Immersive Visitor Experience in a Subterranean Setting
Natural Stone Walls and Laminated Timber Create an Immersive Visitor Experience in a Subterranean Setting
Juliana Walker
Crafted from reinforced concrete and natural stone, the visitor center's subterranean design creates a unique harmony with the surrounding ravine, offering an inviting space for guests to engage with nature and each other.
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Dichroic Panels and Kinetic Energy Design in a Transparent Community Hub
Dichroic Panels and Kinetic Energy Design in a Transparent Community Hub
Julia Mainenti, Dario Ricci
Combining dynamic dichroic elements with renewable energy-generating technology, this hexagonal community hub invites users to engage with both the vibrant environment and each other through innovative design.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Biophilic Design Integrate Urban Living with Natural Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Biophilic Design Integrate Urban Living with Natural Spaces
Mohammad qasim Iqbal, Adam Game
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and biophilic elements, the design seamlessly integrates green spaces into a high-rise mixed-use development that enhances urban living and encourages community interaction.
london mixed-use residential community sustainability greenery urban high-rise public commercial
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Use architecture to create different emotional states
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

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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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