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Framing Landscape Views with Enamelled Lava and Recycled Wood

Framing Landscape Views with Enamelled Lava and Recycled Wood

Sylvain Defelix, Etienne Ajacques, Aurélia Chay

With a central circular space that frames the Hverfjall volcano and incorporates recycled wood and enamelled lava, the design creates an immersive visitor center that fosters a deep connection to the surrounding Icelandic landscape.

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Hexagonal Food Stalls Beneath Birch Trees with Treated Timber Structure

Hexagonal Food Stalls Beneath Birch Trees with Treated Timber Structure

Stuart Kelly

Constructed from treated timber in a hexagonal formation beneath birch trees, the food court creates adaptable communal spaces that facilitate social interaction and dining at the festival.

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Reflective Niches in Black Marble Within a Forest Landscape

Reflective Niches in Black Marble Within a Forest Landscape

Shenglan Xu, Jiaqi Li

Concealed within a Latvian forest, reflective niches made of black marble invite contemplation on mortality, creating a serene space for remembrance and reflection.

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Birch-Centered Courtyard with Stone Benches for Care and Reflection

Daniel Rodriguez

A circular courtyard surrounded by birch trees and stone benches creates a tranquil space for reflection in a hospice facility designed to support both community interaction and individual solace.

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Rammed Concrete and Corten Steel Huts Embracing Icelandic Geology

Rammed Concrete and Corten Steel Huts Embracing Icelandic Geology

Alexander Dzurec

Constructed from rammed concrete and corten steel, the design harmonizes with the Icelandic landscape while providing essential accommodation and visitor facilities for exploring the unique geological formations of the Mývatn plateau.

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Metal Platform Elevates Birch Cabin into the Surrounding Landscape

Metal Platform Elevates Birch Cabin into the Surrounding Landscape

Jordi Colell llinàs, Benjamin Bonnard

The metallic platform elevates a wooden cabin among birch trees, creating a unique vantage point that enhances the connection to the surrounding landscape while serving as an observatory and retreat.

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Subterranean Retreat with Basalt and Timber Integration

Subterranean Retreat with Basalt and Timber Integration

Jesse Mowbray, Shaun Weisbrodt, Christina Sun

With a unique subterranean layout that incorporates locally sourced basalt and timber, the design fosters an intimate connection with the surrounding landscape while serving as a private guest residence.

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Combustion Toilets and Wood Shingles in a Community-Centric Nature Retreat

Combustion Toilets and Wood Shingles in a Community-Centric Nature Retreat

Johan Meisel

Using wood shingles and incorporating combustion toilets, the retreat integrates sustainable practices with its design, promoting community interaction while immersing visitors in the surrounding natural landscape.

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Reclaimed Electrical Poles and Green Walls in a Nature-Centric Visitor Centre

Reclaimed Electrical Poles and Green Walls in a Nature-Centric Visitor Centre

Karlis Kukainis, Linda Ledina, Jatiphak Boonmun

Reclaimed electrical poles form the structural backbone of a visitor centre that integrates green walls and an earth berm, fostering a deep connection with the surrounding bog while providing essential amenities for nature enthusiasts.

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Biophilic Retreat Crafted from Local Birch and Enhanced with Green Roofs

Biophilic Retreat Crafted from Local Birch and Enhanced with Green Roofs

Sungsoo Kim, Seungkawng Baek, Kunhee Moon, Sinhee Kim

Crafted from locally sourced birch timber and incorporating green roofing, the design offers an environmentally sensitive accommodation that harmonizes with Iceland's landscape while providing unobstructed views of the Northern Lights.

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Rhythmic Layout of Steel Pipes and Float Glass in a Community Dining Space

Rhythmic Layout of Steel Pipes and Float Glass in a Community Dining Space

Takehiro Muramatsu

A rhythmic layout of integrated steel pipes and float glass creates a functional backdrop for community dining amidst the birch trees of the Sansusi forest.

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Copper Door Architecture With Volcanic Ash Facade in Icelandic Landscape

Copper Door Architecture With Volcanic Ash Facade in Icelandic Landscape

Joakim Häggström, Helena Maripuu, Tea Druškovic

Incorporating a facade of volcanic ash and prominent copper doors, the center provides a welcoming space for visitors to engage with the dramatic Icelandic landscape surrounding Hverfjall.

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Birch Tree-Centric Design With Organic Materials for Memorial Reflection

Birch Tree-Centric Design With Organic Materials for Memorial Reflection

Alaina Willard

A central birch tree anchors a memorial space crafted from organic materials, thoughtfully designed to encourage reflection and remembrance for those who have passed.

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Sculptural Columbarium with Cast Concrete and Laminated Glass in a Natural Meadow Setting

Sculptural Columbarium with Cast Concrete and Laminated Glass in a Natural Meadow Setting

Chris Falliers

Cast concrete forms and laminated glass define a sculptural columbarium, harmoniously integrated into a natural meadow landscape, serving as a space for reflection and remembrance.

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Galvanized Structure Embracing Forest Views with Elevated Wooden Pathways

Galvanized Structure Embracing Forest Views with Elevated Wooden Pathways

Tuan Nguyen

Galvanized steel strands form a structural framework that elegantly captures expansive forest views while wooden pathways enhance accessibility in this observation tower designed to immerse visitors in Latvia's rich biodiversity.

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Gabion-Infused Community Space Embracing Local Soil and Rainwater Collection

Gabion-Infused Community Space Embracing Local Soil and Rainwater Collection

Julia Barashkov

Constructed with gabion walls and local soil, the design incorporates a winter garden for growing produce while managing rainwater collection, serving as a multifunctional community hub.

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Birch-Inspired Structure Connecting City and Nature Through Thoughtful Design

Birch-Inspired Structure Connecting City and Nature Through Thoughtful Design

Simone Vioglio, Giancarlo Nisi, Giacomo Crosetti

Crafted from wood boards that mimic local birch trees, the bridge serves as a vital connection between Sigulda City and Gauja National Park while enhancing visitor engagement with nature through its integrated observation deck and educational features.

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Charred Timber Retreat Embracing Meditation in a Birch Forest

Charred Timber Retreat Embracing Meditation in a Birch Forest

Alexa Ongoco, Danny Truong

Constructed from charred timber and nestled within a birch forest, the design creates an immersive space for meditation that encourages deep connection with nature.

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Birch Structures Enhancing Sensory Engagement in Natural Landscapes

Birch Structures Enhancing Sensory Engagement in Natural Landscapes

Juan pablo Badía, Francisco de borja Valdés, Francisca Yunis

Crafted from local birch, this sensorial space invites visitors to engage with the rich natural landscape through interactive experiences, emphasizing the dynamic interplay of light and sound within its design.

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Biomimetic Design Featuring Anodized Aluminum and Large Glass Openings in a Wellness Retreat

Biomimetic Design Featuring Anodized Aluminum and Large Glass Openings in a Wellness Retreat

金硕林

An elevated structure inspired by local birch trees, utilizing anodized aluminum and extensive glazing, creates a seamless connection with nature in a wellness retreat.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

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Fatima Jalali, Barbod Alimohamadi, Razieh Zirrahi, Ali Jafari

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A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

Brandon Bergem

Translucent polycarbonate and timber are employed to construct communal areas that encourage interaction and contemplation within the prairie environment.

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A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

Lisa-marie Mélodie Deransy

The design responds to the challenges of an arid environment by integrating built elements with the natural landscape to support recreational and community activities. Emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship, the project seeks to enhance user experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection.

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Search results for: “Birch tree”

20 projects found:

Framing Landscape Views with Enamelled Lava and Recycled Wood

Hexagonal Food Stalls Beneath Birch Trees with Treated Timber Structure

Reflective Niches in Black Marble Within a Forest Landscape

Birch-Centered Courtyard with Stone Benches for Care and Reflection

Rammed Concrete and Corten Steel Huts Embracing Icelandic Geology

Metal Platform Elevates Birch Cabin into the Surrounding Landscape

Subterranean Retreat with Basalt and Timber Integration

Combustion Toilets and Wood Shingles in a Community-Centric Nature Retreat

Reclaimed Electrical Poles and Green Walls in a Nature-Centric Visitor Centre

Biophilic Retreat Crafted from Local Birch and Enhanced with Green Roofs

Rhythmic Layout of Steel Pipes and Float Glass in a Community Dining Space

Copper Door Architecture With Volcanic Ash Facade in Icelandic Landscape

Birch Tree-Centric Design With Organic Materials for Memorial Reflection

Sculptural Columbarium with Cast Concrete and Laminated Glass in a Natural Meadow Setting

Galvanized Structure Embracing Forest Views with Elevated Wooden Pathways

Gabion-Infused Community Space Embracing Local Soil and Rainwater Collection

Birch-Inspired Structure Connecting City and Nature Through Thoughtful Design

Charred Timber Retreat Embracing Meditation in a Birch Forest

Birch Structures Enhancing Sensory Engagement in Natural Landscapes

Biomimetic Design Featuring Anodized Aluminum and Large Glass Openings in a Wellness Retreat

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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