Built using rammed earth and charred timber, the spa integrates local brewing practices with its circular design, offering therapeutic experiences in a breathtaking volcanic landscape.
Constructed with circular therapy baths and cross-laminated timber, the design achieves a seamless integration with the surrounding landscape while offering wellness-focused guest accommodations.
Set against the backdrop of geothermal landscapes, dark steel frames and triple-glazed glass create a harmonious blend of interior comfort and panoramic views, serving as a public facility for relaxation and engagement with nature.
Designed with cascading lookouts and ETFE canopies, the building connects visitors to the natural landscape while facilitating access to adjacent natural baths.
A mirrored facade and precast concrete structures rise above the tectonic rift in Iceland, creating a space that integrates natural baths and fosters cultural connection among diverse visitors.
Incorporating biological concrete that fosters lichen growth and precast panels inspired by local basalt cliffs, the design functions as a visitor center that deepens connections to Iceland's unique geothermal landscape.
Steel mesh structures form an intricate interplay with the natural landscape, guiding visitors through thermal caves and enhancing connectivity to the region's geothermal features.
An observation deck offers expansive views of nearby thermal baths, while multifunctional areas and a greenhouse create a community space designed to engage visitors with the unique landscape of Lake Myvatn.
Constructed with hempcrete walls and timber trusses, the facility emerges as a sustainable oasis in Iceland’s geothermal landscape, offering visitors a unique thermal bathing experience enriched by its integration with nature.
With large glass walls that offer panoramic views and an integrated terrarium for relaxation, the greenhouse restaurant utilizes elevated terrain to provide an immersive dining experience amidst Iceland's geothermal landscape.
Constructed with basalt cladding and cross-laminated timber, the brewery and spa complex is designed to blend seamlessly into the Icelandic landscape while providing a serene space for wellness and community engagement.
Incorporating basalt fiber and geothermal channels, the guest house offers a sustainable retreat with natural thermal baths designed for relaxation and connection to the environment.
Constructed with reinforcing bars and designed to collect water, the observatory seamlessly integrates into the tectonic landscape, creating a functional space for exploration and engagement in a unique geological context.
Set at the tectonic divide, the structure blends turf roofs and corrugated metal to create a visitor center that offers both public baths and private relaxation spaces while engaging with the unique geological landscape.
With a cave tower that functions as a 360-degree viewing platform and a photovoltaic facade to harness renewable energy, the design serves as both a visitor center and hotel, enhancing the natural landscape of Northern Iceland.
Floating above a geothermal pool, the structure features horizontal slabs that create icicles during winter and provide varied visual engagement while serving as a public space for viewing and relaxation.
With its steel framework and terraced design that blends into the volcanic landscape, the restaurant incorporates agricultural elements to enhance the dining experience while promoting sustainability in the Mývatn region.
Grounded by cantilevered corten steel guardrails and enhanced by high iron glazing, the design creates a sustainable dining space that harmonizes with its surrounding landscape and emphasizes views of the Hvefjall Volcano and Myvatn Nature baths.
A circular dome constructed with local wooden elements harnesses natural light and complements the stunning landscape of Mývatn, providing a unique environment for sustainable dining.
Constructed from basalt, five cubes create a unique habitat integrating a geothermal greenhouse with a restaurant, positioned to capture sunlight and provide views of the Mývatn Nature Baths.
Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.
Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.
A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.
The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.
Maria Paz Debarre,Maria Azul Fontao,Eliana Daniela Lejtman
The proposal examines a series of modular cabins designed to support cyclists along a major European route. The study focuses on how compact structures equipped with essential facilities can provide comfort and rest while maintaining a low impact on the natural environment.
Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.
Maria Turcu,Mihai Mitrică,Alina Măldărescu,Alina Lixeanu
Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.
The conical structure clad in iridescent terracotta tiles offers a seamless blend of ecological sensitivity and cultural resonance, providing an elevated platform for observing the diverse wildlife of the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, UAE.
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