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Charred Wooden Shingles and Extensive Glass Integrate Nature Within Urban Meditation Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Extensive Glass Integrate Nature Within Urban Meditation Space
Jason Earnest
Nestled within an urban setting, the use of charred wooden shingles and expansive glass invites a seamless connection with nature, creating a serene meditation space designed for mindfulness and reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Basalt Countertops Forming a Community Gathering Space Nestled by a Volcanic Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Basalt Countertops Forming a Community Gathering Space Nestled by a Volcanic Landscape
Eugeni Bru Golobart
Charred wooden shingles and expansive basalt countertops create a harmonious gathering space that complements the rugged beauty of Hverfjall's volcanic landscape, inviting visitors to connect with both nature and each other over refreshments.
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Thatched Roof Sanctuary Crafted With Local Timber In A Serene Forest Setting
Thatched Roof Sanctuary Crafted With Local Timber In A Serene Forest Setting
Karol Kundrák
An elegant thatched roof complements the local timber structure amid a tranquil forest, creating a dedicated space for meditation and introspection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Elevated Structure Create a Meditative Retreat Amidst Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Elevated Structure Create a Meditative Retreat Amidst Nature
Yangxing Zhang, Yishu Li, Man ki Lo, Taifu Zheng
Elevated on slender steel columns and clad in charred wooden shingles, this meditative retreat seamlessly integrates into the Vale de Moisés landscape, offering a serene space for reflection and connection with nature.
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Spiral Form Residence Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Finishes
Spiral Form Residence Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Finishes
Clara Amaral faria camelo, Emanuella Harume kashiwakura, Júlia De oliveira gadelha, Gabriel guillermo Barajas
A spiraling structure crafted from cross-laminated timber and accented with charred wood shingles creates a serene space dedicated to mindfulness and connection with nature.
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Rammed Earth Structure Embracing Natural Light With Reflective Pools in Volcanic Landscape
Rammed Earth Structure Embracing Natural Light With Reflective Pools in Volcanic Landscape
Abigail Benouaich
Crafted from locally sourced rammed earth and positioned to harness natural light, the design fluidly integrates reflective pools within the dramatic contours of a volcano, creating a contemplative space for visitors to connect with the landscape while enjoying a coffee house experience.
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Curved Shelves and Skylights Create a Meditative Space With Timber and Natural Materials
Curved Shelves and Skylights Create a Meditative Space With Timber and Natural Materials
Catalina Plaino
With its gracefully curved shelves and strategically placed skylights, the design integrates sustainably sourced timber to create a serene environment ideal for meditation and flower essence processing.
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Rammed Earth Retreat with Circular Shala and Aromatherapy Gardens
Rammed Earth Retreat with Circular Shala and Aromatherapy Gardens
Christopher Green, Anika Schaefer, Matthew Green
With its circular shala constructed from rammed earth and complemented by lush aromatherapy gardens, the retreat seamlessly integrates natural materials and communal spaces, fostering holistic wellness in a tranquil setting.
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Dome Structure Embracing Natural Light with Reinforced Concrete and Glass in a Communal Space
Dome Structure Embracing Natural Light with Reinforced Concrete and Glass in a Communal Space
Sam Horwood, Johnny Wang, Jordan Stones
A central dome bathed in natural light and framed by Roman arches creates an engaging communal space, seamlessly blending reinforced concrete and glass to promote community interaction in the heart of Rome.
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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The Architect's Chair

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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

Choose a site—used, abandoned, or forgotten—anywhere in the world, and give it a new purpose
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
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Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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