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Lattice Screens and Rooftop Gardens Enhance Community Living in a Natural Stone House
Lattice Screens and Rooftop Gardens Enhance Community Living in a Natural Stone House
Angel Fernando Jorge, Ángeles MarÍa Gutierrez
Employing lattice screens for light filtration and a rooftop garden for outdoor tranquility, the design integrates natural stone and sustainable materials to create a communal living space that emphasizes both interaction and privacy.
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Clay Tub Habitat With Bedouin Tent Structure in Desert Setting
Clay Tub Habitat With Bedouin Tent Structure in Desert Setting
Sandro Siefert, Patrick Heine
A clay tub serves as the foundational element for a habitat structured around Bedouin tent principles, creating adaptable living spaces that engage with the desert environment.
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Rammed Earth Walls Combined With Traditional Mashrabiya Screens in A Sustainable Residential Design
Rammed Earth Walls Combined With Traditional Mashrabiya Screens in A Sustainable Residential Design
Tamanna Jalali Kashem
Rammed earth walls integrate with traditional mashrabiya screens to create a sustainable residence that emphasizes thermal comfort and cultural continuity.
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Harnessing Atmospheric Water With Recycled Polyethylene and Bioconcrete in Sustainable Housing
Harnessing Atmospheric Water With Recycled Polyethylene and Bioconcrete in Sustainable Housing
Joaquin Andrés Diaz Munoz
Utilizing a Fog Water Collection System, recycled polyethylene, and bioconcrete, the design creates a sustainable habitat that redefines resource management in arid environments.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles Enhance Sustainable Living in Arid Environments
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles Enhance Sustainable Living in Arid Environments
Carlo Alberto Guerriero
Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, the design offers a sustainable solution for resilient living in arid environments, blending functionality with environmental sensitivity.
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Passive Cooling Architecture Utilizing Adobe And Renewable Materials For Sustainable Living
Passive Cooling Architecture Utilizing Adobe And Renewable Materials For Sustainable Living
William Patrick Ross, Seyedeh Mojgan Sadat Akhavani
Utilizing locally sourced adobe and an integrated passive cooling system, this design addresses food insecurity and community needs through modular housing that encourages sustainable agriculture in the Sahara.
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Charred Wood Cladding and Solar Panels Enhance Compact Living in Desert Environment
Charred Wood Cladding and Solar Panels Enhance Compact Living in Desert Environment
Vittoria Parisi
Constructed with charred wood cladding and advanced insulation, this Tiny House adapts to the extreme desert climate while providing a flexible living space that connects residents with the surrounding landscape.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Huts Emphasizing Biophilic Design in a Nature-Integrated Workspace
Cross-Laminated Timber Huts Emphasizing Biophilic Design in a Nature-Integrated Workspace
Nada Nabil Saad Ibrahim Hamam
Utilizing cross-laminated timber to mimic mangrove structures, the design integrates circular huts that promote collaboration and focus within a nature-centric workspace.
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Porous Blocks and Natural Cooling Strategies in Resilient Residential Design
Porous Blocks and Natural Cooling Strategies in Resilient Residential Design
With a focus on porous blocks and sophisticated natural cooling techniques, the design creates comfortable living spaces that harmonize with the arid climate while prioritizing community interaction.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Design in a Self-Sufficient Residential Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Design in a Self-Sufficient Residential Space
Mohamed nabyl Chenaf
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and modular design elements, this self-sufficient residential space integrates urban agriculture and renewable energy solutions to promote sustainable living.
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Corten Steel and Adobe Shelters Emphasize Water Management in Desert Living
Corten Steel and Adobe Shelters Emphasize Water Management in Desert Living
Luiz felipe Silveira
Corten steel and adobe walls converge in a design that emphasizes water management and wildlife observation in a desert setting, creating a sustainable space for communal living and environmental interaction.
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Thermal Cedar Overhangs Embrace Passive Cooling In Sustainable Desert Residence
Thermal Cedar Overhangs Embrace Passive Cooling In Sustainable Desert Residence
Sean William Bell
Thermal-treated cedar overhangs and reinforced concrete integrate seamlessly into the arid landscape, creating a sustainable residence that prioritizes passive cooling while accommodating both residents and guests comfortably.
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Opaline Glass Facade and Local Stone Structure for Inclusive Living
Opaline Glass Facade and Local Stone Structure for Inclusive Living
Claude Olivia Lodge Whittaker, Kritika Agarwal, Nicole Markis, Sayba Zaara
Characterized by its opaline glass facade and local stone construction, the residence promotes visual communication and inclusivity for a hearing-impaired couple within the distinctive landscape of Coober Pedy.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Integrating Natural Ventilation for Urban Living
Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Integrating Natural Ventilation for Urban Living
Mahnoor Faheem
Blending cross-laminated timber with adaptive ventilation strategies, this urban dwelling offers a sustainable solution for modern living in Madrid's densely populated landscape.
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Rainwater Harvesting Microhome Constructed With QuadCore Panels and Accoya Wood
Rainwater Harvesting Microhome Constructed With QuadCore Panels and Accoya Wood
David Seth Donnell, Anthony David Gengaro
Constructed from sustainable Accoya wood and enhanced with QuadCore panels, the microhome utilizes an integrated rainwater harvesting system to provide efficient housing solutions for the Havasupai tribe in Arizona.
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Micro-Ecosystem Built With Recycled Materials and Modular Design for Sustainable Living
Micro-Ecosystem Built With Recycled Materials and Modular Design for Sustainable Living
Jiahn Jang, Yeonseo Park
Utilizing modular design principles and recycled materials, the habitat fosters a micro-ecosystem while providing sustainable living solutions for refugee communities in Somalia.
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Foldable Facade and Indoor Garden in a Compact Home Constructed with Natural Stone and Nano-Fiber Insulation
Foldable Facade and Indoor Garden in a Compact Home Constructed with Natural Stone and Nano-Fiber Insulation
Cedric Patrick Thomas Carle
With a foldable facade that seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces, this compact home employs natural stone and advanced insulation materials to create a sustainable living environment in an efficient footprint.
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Hexagonal Modules Featuring Hempcrete and Integrated Water Harvesting in Arid Living Spaces
Hexagonal Modules Featuring Hempcrete and Integrated Water Harvesting in Arid Living Spaces
Julian David Mc Lean Ramos
Hexagonal modules constructed with hempcrete and enhanced by integrated water harvesting systems create a sustainable living solution tailored for arid environments.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Layout Define Sustainable Living Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Layout Define Sustainable Living Space
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and a modular layout, this sustainable residence integrates traditional design with modern efficiency to create a functional living space that fosters community engagement.
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Geometric Patterns and Clay Brick Elements Shape a Sustainable Oasis in the Desert
Geometric Patterns and Clay Brick Elements Shape a Sustainable Oasis in the Desert
Blending traditional clay brick with modern geometric patterns, the design creates an efficient oasis that optimizes outdoor living within a challenging desert environment.
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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives
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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes
A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes
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