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Circular Retreat of Cross-Laminated Timber Surrounded by Natural Landscapes
Circular Retreat of Cross-Laminated Timber Surrounded by Natural Landscapes
Anna Gassner, Elisa Hartmann
Constructed using sustainable cross-laminated timber, this circular community space harmonizes with its Arctic environment, providing a platform for reflection and connection beneath the Northern Lights.
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Triangular Steel Framework with Etfe Facade in a Natural Landscape Setting
Triangular Steel Framework with Etfe Facade in a Natural Landscape Setting
Pit Bernard, Luca Ben Kreisel, Luis Rauscher, Larissa Holz
Constructed with a triangular steel framework and a lightweight ETFE facade, the facility seamlessly integrates with the natural landscape to provide an inviting recreational space for visitors in the Arctic.
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Sod Roof Shelter Utilizing Reclaimed Wood for Sustainable Trekking Experience
Sod Roof Shelter Utilizing Reclaimed Wood for Sustainable Trekking Experience
Seth McDowell
Incorporating a sod roof and reclaimed wood, this sustainable shelter redefines trekking accommodations by harmonizing with the Icelandic landscape while providing essential refuge for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Micro-Hydropower Community Built with Kingspan Panels and Structural Timber
Micro-Hydropower Community Built with Kingspan Panels and Structural Timber
Ada Yildirim, Chris David Wang, Stefan Pressijanov Marinov
Harnessing micro-hydropower and constructed with Kingspan panels and structural timber, the design creates a resilient community that emphasizes environmental sustainability and social interaction in Sisimiut, Greenland.
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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
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