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Affordable housing utilizing repurposed shipping containers and sustainable concrete construction in an urban setting
Affordable housing utilizing repurposed shipping containers and sustainable concrete construction in an urban setting
Cory Miller
Nestled in New York’s Lower East Side, this affordable housing project cleverly employs repurposed shipping containers and robust concrete to create a sustainable, community-centric living environment that maximizes urban space and fosters social interaction.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping A Sustainable Community Center
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping A Sustainable Community Center
Era shae Brown
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design harmonizes with its volcanic surroundings to create a versatile community center that fosters local engagement and environmental awareness.
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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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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cantilevered Platforms Create Engaging Community Space by the Waterfront
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cantilevered Platforms Create Engaging Community Space by the Waterfront
Cade Mccue, Cam Hite, Brandon Miksch
With its cantilevered platforms clad in charred wooden shingles, this waterfront space seamlessly merges natural materials with a community-centric design, providing an inviting venue for recreation and social interaction.
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Modular Structure of Local Sand Capturing Coastal Light for Interactive Community Engagement
Modular Structure of Local Sand Capturing Coastal Light for Interactive Community Engagement
Ditza Wieler davidi
With its modular units crafted from local sand and an open design that invites natural light, the structure redefines community engagement by encouraging exploration and interaction along the vibrant coastline.
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Cross-Laminated Timber and Living Walls Create Vertical Community Spaces
Cross-Laminated Timber and Living Walls Create Vertical Community Spaces
Nicole Bergendal, Diana Marin, Matus Kianicka
Utilizing cross-laminated timber and integrated living walls, this innovative vertical structure fosters community interaction while providing sustainable residential spaces in an urban setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Timber Create a Flexible Community Habitat in the Ralco Region
Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Timber Create a Flexible Community Habitat in the Ralco Region
Tomás Apparcel, Agustín Hurtado
Using charred wooden shingles and locally sourced timber, the design embraces modular flexibility to foster community living in the diverse landscape of the Ralco Region.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Create a Serene Residency by the Lake
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Create a Serene Residency by the Lake
Martina Roscio, Carlotta Schembri, Gaia Sicilia
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and expansive glass panels, the residence seamlessly integrates with its lakeside surroundings while providing an inspiring space for artistic collaboration amongst families.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Transforming a Latvian Barn Into Cohesive Family Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Transforming a Latvian Barn Into Cohesive Family Living Spaces
Thomas Kent, Angus Grant
Charred wooden shingles and reclaimed timber elegantly envelop a transformed Latvian barn, creating a harmonious living environment for two families alongside an artist's studio.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Create A Warm Embrace Around Cross-Laminated Timber Elements In A Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles Create A Warm Embrace Around Cross-Laminated Timber Elements In A Sustainable Community Hub
Jade Wu, Tanya Lee, Esther Park
Combining charred wooden shingles with cross-laminated timber, the design forms an inviting community hub that harmonizes contemporary aesthetics with sustainable practices.
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Residential home featuring local stone façades and green wall systems for sustainable living
Residential home featuring local stone façades and green wall systems for sustainable living
Agha Hanee Murtaza
This residential home seamlessly integrates local stone façades and verdant green wall systems, creating a harmonious balance between contemporary design and sustainable living within its thoughtfully organized spaces.
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Translucent Polycarbonate Facade and Modular Wood Structure Enhancing Community Interaction
Translucent Polycarbonate Facade and Modular Wood Structure Enhancing Community Interaction
奕明 陈
With a translucent polycarbonate facade and a modular wooden structure crafted from local birch and pine, this community market fosters social interaction while seamlessly integrating with its forested surroundings.
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Translucent Fabric Canopy With Reclaimed Wood Elements for Engaging Community Experience
Translucent Fabric Canopy With Reclaimed Wood Elements for Engaging Community Experience
Alejandro Luna
A canopy of translucent fabric envelops reclaimed wooden structures, inviting festival-goers into an interactive space that fosters community engagement and performance within a forested setting.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Habitat With Charred Shingles Integrating Urban Biodiversity
Cross-Laminated Timber Habitat With Charred Shingles Integrating Urban Biodiversity
Guðrún sara Gudmundsdottir, Johanna Toumieux
Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, this urban habitat enhances ecological connectivity while providing a unique living environment for its residents.
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Modular Plywood Kiosks Integrated Into Forest Landscape Offering Flexible Dining Options
Modular Plywood Kiosks Integrated Into Forest Landscape Offering Flexible Dining Options
Serwan Saleme, Aran Saleme, Sahi Saleme
Crafted from modular plywood kiosks that seamlessly blend with the forest environment, this food court redefines outdoor dining by providing flexible and community-oriented culinary spaces.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Earth Tones Create a Community Space in Texas
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Earth Tones Create a Community Space in Texas
Jair neftalí Guzmán ibarra, Zurisadai Mercado barrera, Valeria Palacios trabamala, Emilio eduardo Padilla villanueva
Crafted with charred wooden shingles that harmonize with the surrounding Texas landscape, this community space emphasizes sustainable design through earthy tones and natural materials, offering a welcoming hub for local gatherings and cultural activities.
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Suspended Steel Framework Uniting Corrugated Facades and Compact Living Spaces in Urban Settings
Suspended Steel Framework Uniting Corrugated Facades and Compact Living Spaces in Urban Settings
Kashyap Mandanka, Virti Shah, Arsh Laddha, Sanjana Mehta
Suspended above the urban landscape, this design employs a lightweight steel structure with corrugated facades to create compact living spaces that enhance accessibility to the city’s transit network.
micro-housing urban living transportation sustainability community public space modular affordability housing brazil
Charred Wooden Shingles and Brick Façades Create a Sustainable Guest Experience in a Scenic Wine Region
Charred Wooden Shingles and Brick Façades Create a Sustainable Guest Experience in a Scenic Wine Region
Yesim Unal, Feride Sener yilmaz, Merve Türk, Melody Safarkhani
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and a robust brick façade, the design harmonizes with its rural wine region setting to create an inviting guest house that fosters community interaction and celebrates local heritage.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Organic Columns Shaping a Multifunctional Artistic Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Organic Columns Shaping a Multifunctional Artistic Residence
John Paraskevas, CHRISTOS BENJAMIN, PANAYIOTA - POLYDORA TSAFARA, MARINO PAPACHRISOSTOMOU
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and gracefully curved organic columns, the artistic residence seamlessly integrates into its natural setting while providing dynamic spaces for creativity and community engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Timber Create a Community-Centric Living Environment
Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Timber Create a Community-Centric Living Environment
Georgia Temush, Tim Schmidt, Bennet Harvey
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels harmonize with the natural landscape, creating a nurturing environment that fosters intergenerational connections within a communal living space.
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