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Floatable Pavilion Emphasizing Woven Bamboo and Translucent Panels
Floatable Pavilion Emphasizing Woven Bamboo and Translucent Panels
Marie Herbst
Crafted from timber triangles and supported by air-filled tanks, this pavilion offers a buoyant exhibition space enhanced by woven bamboo infill and translucent panels, creating an interactive environment that responds to climate change challenges.
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Floating Habitat Crafted from Composite Foam with Waterproofing Layers for Sustainable Coastal Living
Floating Habitat Crafted from Composite Foam with Waterproofing Layers for Sustainable Coastal Living
Tzu-hsien Yu, 姿含 周
Floating structures constructed from lightweight composite foam and reinforced with durable waterproofing layers create a resilient and adaptive living environment for communities facing rising sea levels.
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Floating Microhome with Water Harvesting and Integrated Vegetation
Floating Microhome with Water Harvesting and Integrated Vegetation
Eleana Georgousi, Christina Mytilinaiou
Floating on a modular cube pontoon system, the microhome captures rainwater and seawater while integrating vegetation for cultivation, providing a self-sufficient living space in vulnerable coastal environments.
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Buoyant Container Villages with Central Greenhouses in Toronto
Buoyant Container Villages with Central Greenhouses in Toronto
Abigail Benouaich
Floating container villages with triangular courtyards and centralized greenhouses provide affordable housing solutions in Toronto's harbor area.
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Helium-Lifted Tents of Recycled Plastic in a Desert Landscape
Helium-Lifted Tents of Recycled Plastic in a Desert Landscape
Paola Zatti
Lifting above the desert floor, helium-supported tents made from recycled plastic provide guests with an immersive experience, connecting them to the surrounding landscape while ensuring ecological efficiency in their stay.
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Buoyant Housing Solutions with Airtight Containers on San Francisco's Waterfront
Buoyant Housing Solutions with Airtight Containers on San Francisco's Waterfront
Z. Sunderland, John Durkee
Floating blocks supported by airtight containers create new high-density housing solutions on San Francisco's waterfront, addressing the city's pressing need for affordable residential spaces.
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Buoyant Performance Space With Caoutchouc and Metal Foam
Buoyant Performance Space With Caoutchouc and Metal Foam
Gebhard Natter
Utilizing helium for buoyancy and a double-shell construction of caoutchouc and metal foam, the design creates an adaptable space that elevates audience engagement during performances.
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Floating Pavilions Featuring Transparent Glass and Natural Wood Integration for Contemporary Family Living
Floating Pavilions Featuring Transparent Glass and Natural Wood Integration for Contemporary Family Living
Ananth Robert Sampathkumar, Mary R Chandrahasan
Suspended above tranquil waters, the design integrates transparent glass panels and natural wood to create a seamless connection between interior spaces and nature, serving as a contemporary retreat for a family of four.
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Mealworm-Enabled Hydroponic Habitat Constructed with Recycled Plastic and Aerated Concrete
Mealworm-Enabled Hydroponic Habitat Constructed with Recycled Plastic and Aerated Concrete
Pavels Vigo Birger Liepins Hedstrom
Utilizing recycled plastic and aerated concrete, a floating habitat integrates mealworm-based waste management and hydroponics to provide a sustainable living solution in an urban waterfront environment.
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Buoyant Residence Featuring Intricate Brickwork and Asymmetrical Roof Form Overlooking The Canal
Buoyant Residence Featuring Intricate Brickwork and Asymmetrical Roof Form Overlooking The Canal
Kyungjae Kim, Useong Jeong
The unique floating structure, characterized by its intricate brick facade and asymmetrical roof that emulates canal waves, offers a sustainable living solution for a couple deeply connected to both navigation and gardening.
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Buoyant Foundation with Slip Columns and Treated Lumber for Resilient Living
Buoyant Foundation with Slip Columns and Treated Lumber for Resilient Living
Melissa Banda, Zerik Kendrick
Constructed with a buoyant foundation and slip columns, this residence utilizes treated lumber and innovative energy systems to provide a sustainable living solution in flood-prone areas.
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Buoyant Sustainable Structure With Modular Plastic Elements and Natural Ventilation
Buoyant Sustainable Structure With Modular Plastic Elements and Natural Ventilation
Son Sukyoung , Gayoung Yoon, Seihoon Lim, Seohyun Lee
A floating structure constructed with buoyant foundations and sustainable plastic elements, designed to adapt to changing environmental conditions while providing a harmonious living space in the Hawaiian Islands.
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Buoyant Complex of Steel and Plastic Engaging Emergent Ocean Environments
Buoyant Complex of Steel and Plastic Engaging Emergent Ocean Environments
Márcio Valença
Constructed from buoyant steel and plastic, the floating complex offers an adaptive environment that explores the complexities of humanity while providing essential services within oceanic settings.
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Floatable Circular Residence Anchored by Wood and Sustainable Practices
Floatable Circular Residence Anchored by Wood and Sustainable Practices
Carlo Hernandez, Daniel Segovia, Jimena Rolon
A buoyant circular residence constructed from wood utilizes rainwater harvesting and solar energy to support marine biologists in their efforts to observe and conserve the diverse marine life of the Gulf of California.
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Buoyant Foundations and Solar Efficiency in Compact Urban Living
Buoyant Foundations and Solar Efficiency in Compact Urban Living
Reema Abraham
With its buoyant foundation designed for flood resilience and a solar roof for energy efficiency, this compact urban dwelling redefines sustainable living in Houston through modular flexibility and thoughtful integration of community spaces.
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Floating Structure of Hydrogen Balloons With Photovoltaic Skin and Levitating Capsules
Floating Structure of Hydrogen Balloons With Photovoltaic Skin and Levitating Capsules
Christina Schwalm
Floating above the landscape, a structure supported by hydrogen balloons and wrapped in a photovoltaic skin offers levitating living capsules, redefining sustainable residential spaces in high-altitude environments.
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Buoyant Flood-Resistant Design Featuring Acacia Wood and Reflective Cladding for Enhanced Sustainability
Buoyant Flood-Resistant Design Featuring Acacia Wood and Reflective Cladding for Enhanced Sustainability
Jordan Lutren, Laura Ross
Elevated above potential floodwaters, a buoyant structure crafted from Acacia wood and shielded by reflective cladding provides resilient housing solutions in a flood-prone region.
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Buoyant Habitat Constructed With Recycled Metal and Cork Cladding
Buoyant Habitat Constructed With Recycled Metal and Cork Cladding
Fábio Pereira Frazão
Floating above water and constructed from recycled metal and cork, this compact habitat offers a sustainable living solution that adapts to various environments.
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Buoyant Structure Crafted from Reclaimed Wood and Sustainable Composite Decking in a Water-Dependent Landscape
Buoyant Structure Crafted from Reclaimed Wood and Sustainable Composite Decking in a Water-Dependent Landscape
Hoa Vu
Elevated above the Mekong Delta's waters, the structure utilizes reclaimed wood and sustainable materials to create a buoyant living space that harmonizes with its aquatic environment.
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Buoyant Living Spaces Constructed with EPS Floaters and Energy-Efficient Solar Integration
Buoyant Living Spaces Constructed with EPS Floaters and Energy-Efficient Solar Integration
Michael Lydia H Koch
Constructed with buoyant EPS floaters and integrated solar technology, this mobile living solution offers a sustainable and versatile lifestyle for adaptable urban environments.
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