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Tensile Steel Framework and Wooden Terraces Integrating Community Spaces by the Waterfront
Tensile Steel Framework and Wooden Terraces Integrating Community Spaces by the Waterfront
Selim Senin
Combining a tensile steel framework with inviting wooden terraces, this waterfront memorial serves as a focal point for community engagement and reflection on shared history.
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Reflective Lava Stone Pavilion With Sustainable Wood Spaces for Community Engagement
Reflective Lava Stone Pavilion With Sustainable Wood Spaces for Community Engagement
Junichi Nakajo
Reflecting the rugged beauty of Iceland’s volcanic landscape, the pavilion’s unique combination of reflective surfaces and locally sourced lava rock creates an organic connection to its environment while serving as a vibrant cultural space for cinema and community gatherings.
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Floating Sculptures and Glass Facade Define a Resilient Urban Memorial
Floating Sculptures and Glass Facade Define a Resilient Urban Memorial
Adela Ho
A series of gracefully floating sculptures complement a sleek glass facade, creating a space dedicated to reflection and remembrance in an urban setting.
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Reflective Garden Crafted With Undulating Concrete and Timber Canopy For Communal Remembrance
Reflective Garden Crafted With Undulating Concrete and Timber Canopy For Communal Remembrance
Jordan Felber
An undulating canopy of timber and concrete envelops a reflective garden that honors lives lost, creating an immersive space for communal remembrance and contemplation.
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GRC Niches and White Concrete Paths Creating a Community-Centric Memorial Space
GRC Niches and White Concrete Paths Creating a Community-Centric Memorial Space
Keer Li, Leyi Cui
With its GRC niches and serene white concrete pathways, this cemetery design fosters a communal space for remembrance while seamlessly integrating greenery to create a nurturing environment for visitors.
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Exploring Elliptical Spaces Crafted from Zinc and Concrete in a Natural Sanctuary
Exploring Elliptical Spaces Crafted from Zinc and Concrete in a Natural Sanctuary
Luca Misosniky, Vlad Buhu, Eliza-Iris Voiculescu, Alexandru Mihalescu
Crafted from durable zinc and reinforced concrete, the elliptical form of this serene sanctuary invites contemplation on life and nature, serving as a dedicated space for remembrance and reflection.
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Weathered Steel and White Marble Monument Emphasizing Remembrance and Resilience
Weathered Steel and White Marble Monument Emphasizing Remembrance and Resilience
Hardeep Tatla
Integrating weathered Corten steel and pristine white marble, this monument captures the profound journey of resilience and remembrance, offering a contemplative space dedicated to the experiences of those affected by genocide.
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Reflective Glass Panels and Weathered Corten Steel in a Commemorative Space for Remembrance
Reflective Glass Panels and Weathered Corten Steel in a Commemorative Space for Remembrance
Guillaume Porche
Blending reflective glass panels with weathered Corten steel, the memorial stands as a poignant space for remembrance and education about the impacts of genocide throughout history.
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Winding Granite Pathways Surrounded by Seasonal Flora in a Tranquil Memorial Landscape
Winding Granite Pathways Surrounded by Seasonal Flora in a Tranquil Memorial Landscape
Ewa Serafinska, Sylwia Paleczna
Curved granite pathways meander through a landscape rich with seasonal flora, creating intimate spaces for reflection and remembrance within a carefully designed cemetery that embodies the journey of life.
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Illuminated Handprints Within A Curved Glazing Facade And Concrete Memorial Space
Illuminated Handprints Within A Curved Glazing Facade And Concrete Memorial Space
Pedro Campos Costa, Joanna Łopata
Illuminated handprints create a captivating façade on a curved memorial space that seamlessly blends dark glazing and concrete, inviting visitors to engage with the collective memory and history of the Baltic Way.
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Reflective Glass Structures With Interactive Water Features In A Commemorative Space
Reflective Glass Structures With Interactive Water Features In A Commemorative Space
Parisa Mohammadi, Hadi Shamshiri, Mehdi Shamshiri
Reflective glass surfaces and interactive water features invite visitors to engage with a commemorative space that honors the unity and freedom aspirations of the Baltic nations.
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Ambient Blue Light Illuminates Concrete Pathway Through Historical Reflection
Ambient Blue Light Illuminates Concrete Pathway Through Historical Reflection
Simge Ozer, Ahmet Yilmaz, Hatice nur Baysal, Ceren Cokyegit
Ambient blue light casts a reflective glow on a concrete pathway that gradually narrows, guiding visitors through a poignant memorial that honors the historical injustices faced by Salem's accused witches.
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Louvred Canopy of Charred Wood Embraces Memorial Spaces in Forest Context
Louvred Canopy of Charred Wood Embraces Memorial Spaces in Forest Context
Kinoshita Norimi, Saki Taguchi, Kanta Miyazaki, Ryosuke Hatano
The flowing louvred canopy crafted from charred wood seamlessly integrates with its forested surroundings, creating a tranquil space for remembrance and reflection within the columbarium dedicated to honoring loved ones.
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Cascading Water Features Enhancing Concrete Facades in a Circular Columbarium Space
Cascading Water Features Enhancing Concrete Facades in a Circular Columbarium Space
Tang Mingjun
A circular columbarium adorned with cascading water features and complemented by robust concrete facades creates a serene environment for reflection and remembrance.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enfolding a Serene Reflection Space in Natural Surroundings
Charred Wooden Shingles Enfolding a Serene Reflection Space in Natural Surroundings
Alaina Willard
Embraced by charred wooden shingles and anchored by a central birch tree, the design creates a contemplative haven for reflection and memorialization, seamlessly blending with its natural surroundings.
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Reflective Water Features Enhance Concrete Sculptures In Captivating Commemorative Landscape
Reflective Water Features Enhance Concrete Sculptures In Captivating Commemorative Landscape
Mai Abu-shanab
Ethereal lighting reflects off serene water features, complementing concrete sculptures that embody collective memory and introspection within a contemplative landscape designed for remembrance and healing.
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Curved Concrete Forms Embrace Natural Light in Reflective Memorial Design
Curved Concrete Forms Embrace Natural Light in Reflective Memorial Design
Katharina Knebel, Daniel Ercin
Curved forms of textured concrete and reflective glass create an immersive space within the memorial, inviting visitors on a journey of introspection and remembrance.
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Light-Infused Columbarium Crafted with Locally Sourced Brick and Sustainable Concrete
Light-Infused Columbarium Crafted with Locally Sourced Brick and Sustainable Concrete
Chelsea Jno baptiste
Crafted from locally sourced brick and concrete, the light-infused columbarium at Riga's Forest Cemetery offers a tranquil space for reflection and remembrance, seamlessly blending nature and commemoration.
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Basalt and Glass Facades Merging with Geothermal Forms in a Sustainable Community Space
Basalt and Glass Facades Merging with Geothermal Forms in a Sustainable Community Space
Kamila Varela, Geraldine Vargas, Sabrina Reyes
Emerging from the volcanic landscape, the striking combination of basalt and expansive glass facades creates a dialogue with the surrounding environment, culminating in a community hub that embraces sustainability and connection.
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Charred Wood Shingles Create A Memorable Space Along The Daugava River
Charred Wood Shingles Create A Memorable Space Along The Daugava River
Sanjin Subic, Andrijana Batalo, Irena Veljovic
Utilizing charred wood shingles and sleek glass facades, the memorial rises gracefully along the Daugava River, serving as a contemplative space that honors the unity of the Baltic states through its innovative design and engaging public functions.
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