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Circular Roofs and Engraved Marble Amidst Native Flora in a Forest Columbarium
Circular Roofs and Engraved Marble Amidst Native Flora in a Forest Columbarium
Mr sami Almaqableh
Engaging circular roofs crafted from glass reinforced concrete intersperse with engraved marble niches and native flora, creating a contemplative columbarium that harmonizes memory with nature in a serene forest setting.
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Octagonal Canopy Structures in Natural Fabrics for Desert Hospitality
Octagonal Canopy Structures in Natural Fabrics for Desert Hospitality
Hasan Al-rashid
Octagonal canopies crafted from sustainable fabrics rise above the arid landscape, providing essential shade and fostering community engagement in the heart of the Liwa Desert.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Plywood Façades Create Versatile Community Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Plywood Façades Create Versatile Community Spaces
Leo Mathys, Timmy Huang, Jan-philip Klau
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and a plywood façade, this design harmonizes natural materials to create inviting community spaces that encourage social interaction and engagement.
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Removable Metal Canopy and Timber Shelving in a Compact Mobile Coffee Kiosk
Removable Metal Canopy and Timber Shelving in a Compact Mobile Coffee Kiosk
Chiara Gollini
With a removable metal canopy that transforms its appearance and versatile wooden shelving designed for functional efficiency, this compact mobile coffee kiosk redefines urban coffee experiences in limited spaces.
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Floating Canopy of Curvilinear Stucco Embracing Natural Light in a Desert Residence
Floating Canopy of Curvilinear Stucco Embracing Natural Light in a Desert Residence
Weili Jin
Characterized by its floating canopy and curvilinear stucco form, the residence offers an engaging dialogue with the desert landscape while promoting outdoor living experiences for its occupants.
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Translucent ETFE Canopy Blending With Local Timber in a Community-Focused Culinary Space
Translucent ETFE Canopy Blending With Local Timber in a Community-Focused Culinary Space
Yixuan Cai
A translucent ETFE canopy crowns a community-centric food court, seamlessly integrating local timber elements and celebrating Latvian cultural heritage while providing a dynamic space for culinary experiences amidst a vibrant festival atmosphere.
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Sustainable Pavilion Featuring Vibrant Oxford Fabric and Reused Timber for Community Gatherings
Sustainable Pavilion Featuring Vibrant Oxford Fabric and Reused Timber for Community Gatherings
Nk3 Limited
Drawing inspiration from traditional Latvian motifs, the vibrant fabric canopies and reused timber elements create an inviting environment that fosters community interaction in an outdoor food court setting.
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Serrated Roof Canopy of Timber and Glass Encloses Communal Dining Amidst Birch Trees
Serrated Roof Canopy of Timber and Glass Encloses Communal Dining Amidst Birch Trees
Takehiro Muramatsu
The serrated wooden roof structure, harmonizing with the surrounding birch trees, creates a unique interplay of light and shadow that frames a communal dining space celebrating local culinary traditions within the heart of the forest.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Facade Meets Biophilic Design in a Community-Focused High-Rise
Cross-Laminated Timber Facade Meets Biophilic Design in a Community-Focused High-Rise
Lauryn Rueter, Raymond Wysocki
Blending cross-laminated timber with an undulating facade and a community-focused canopy, the design creates a seamless connection to nature while serving as a multi-functional high-rise in Houston.
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Elevated Habitat Crafted With Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wood Shingles Supporting Biodiversity and Community Resilience
Elevated Habitat Crafted With Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wood Shingles Supporting Biodiversity and Community Resilience
Jiale Wu, Weiyi Chen, Liyang Wu
Crafted with cross-laminated timber panels and charred wood shingles, this vertical habitat integrates ecological restoration and community resilience, serving as an urban oasis for both people and wildlife.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Canopy Design Create Inviting Space for Wine Tasting
Charred Wooden Shingles and Canopy Design Create Inviting Space for Wine Tasting
Jule Milz, Mattias Nilsson
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and an elegantly designed canopy, the space enhances the sensory experience of wine tasting while seamlessly integrating into the surrounding vineyard landscape.
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Charming Coastal Retreat Wrapped in Natural Textiles and Surrounded by a Canopy of Light
Charming Coastal Retreat Wrapped in Natural Textiles and Surrounded by a Canopy of Light
Carlos Garcia, Alejandro Franco, Santiago Salgado
A polygonal roof crafted from timber and adorned with natural textiles creates a harmonious interplay of light and air in an eco-friendly coastal home designed for community living and personal retreat.
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Translucent Canopy and Recycled Materials Create Flexible Community Space
Translucent Canopy and Recycled Materials Create Flexible Community Space
John Kelly, Martin Hackle, Carole Rosen, Tae Nomura
A translucent canopy supported by a modular metal frame shelters a circular interior kiosk crafted from recycled materials, offering a dynamic space for community engagement and interaction.
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Fluid Canopy of Textured Concrete Enhancing Community Interaction in Urban Rome
Fluid Canopy of Textured Concrete Enhancing Community Interaction in Urban Rome
Scott Erdy, Zamir Garcia, Jose Pertierra
Crafted from textured concrete and fiber-reinforced materials, the fluid canopy not only evokes a sense of movement but also transforms a central urban square in Rome into a vibrant communal gathering space for reflection and cultural exchange.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Recycled Timber Define a Modular Urban Pavilion
Charred Wooden Shingles and Recycled Timber Define a Modular Urban Pavilion
Pooi wai Lam, Jia Yi Pang, Kam Chun Chee, Tan Weiying Audrey
Emphasizing the use of charred wooden shingles and recycled timber, this modular urban pavilion provides a welcoming space for community engagement while fostering a connection to nature within a bustling city environment.
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Canopy Roof Constructed with Durable Timber and Metal Mesh for an Interactive Community Hub
Canopy Roof Constructed with Durable Timber and Metal Mesh for an Interactive Community Hub
Moluguri Sai tharun
With a canopy roof constructed from durable timber and an engaging layout centered around natural lighting, the design creates an inviting and interactive environment for a communal food court at the Sansusi festival in Riga.
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Linen Canopy and Timber Integration Create Dynamic Gathering Space in a Forest Setting
Linen Canopy and Timber Integration Create Dynamic Gathering Space in a Forest Setting
Luiza Stibe, Tina Alise Drupa, Annija Danenberga, Darta Sakarne, Tina Alise Drupa, Annija Danenberga, Darta Sakarne
A dynamic linen canopy gracefully interacts with timber elements to create an inviting food court that celebrates community and culinary experiences within a serene forest environment.
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Biomimetic Structure Embracing Rainwater Harvesting With Biodegradable Materials and Elevated Canopy Design
Biomimetic Structure Embracing Rainwater Harvesting With Biodegradable Materials and Elevated Canopy Design
天泽 郝, 梦婧 张, 星月 方, 圣权 刘
Built to mimic the layered complexity of a rainforest canopy, this structure utilizes biodegradable materials and an innovative rainwater harvesting system to support research and community engagement within the heart of the Amazon.
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Elevated Canopy of Local Hardwood Embraces Community Spaces in a Subtropical Wetland
Elevated Canopy of Local Hardwood Embraces Community Spaces in a Subtropical Wetland
Juan jose Lopez, Juan felipe Castiblanco cespedes, Maria Wiesner
An elevated structure of local hardwood artfully weaves community spaces into the subtropical landscape, embodying a sustainable response to flood resilience while fostering connections among its users.
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Suspended Glass Canopy of Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Nestled in a Forested Gathering Space
Suspended Glass Canopy of Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Nestled in a Forested Gathering Space
Yiwei Wang, Jeremy Yeh, Jia Yue Tan
Suspended within a forest, the light-filled structure features a retractable fabric facade and cross-laminated timber panels, offering a flexible gathering space that harmonizes with its natural surroundings.
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