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Elevated Observation Platform Featuring Steel and Wood Integration Along Historic Canals
Elevated Observation Platform Featuring Steel and Wood Integration Along Historic Canals
Dania Wahsheh, Simone Kiswani
An elevated steel structure, crafted with integrated wood elements, commands attention over the historic navigli, serving as a multifunctional public space that bridges community engagement with a reflection on Milan’s industrial heritage.
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Elevated Modular Homes with Efficient Rainwater Filtration and Flexible Components
Elevated Modular Homes with Efficient Rainwater Filtration and Flexible Components
Mahsa Abdkarimi
With an efficient rainwater filtration system and a modular design that allows for easy transport and assembly, these homes provide adaptable living spaces suitable for various climates.
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Modular Housing Above Decommissioned Infrastructure with Wood Panel Construction
Modular Housing Above Decommissioned Infrastructure with Wood Panel Construction
Jessica Iozzo
Elevated modular housing units constructed above decommissioned infrastructure utilize wood paneling to create an adaptive residential community that maximizes waterfront space in Vancouver.
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Crane-Connected Greenhouse Enhancing Food Production Transparency
Crane-Connected Greenhouse Enhancing Food Production Transparency
Ivan Zhuk, Anastasia Korchmagina, Nikita Soloviov, German Sokolov
Connecting two greenhouses with a functioning crane, the design emphasizes process transparency and operational efficiency in a facility dedicated to food production.
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Metal Platform Elevates Birch Cabin into the Surrounding Landscape
Metal Platform Elevates Birch Cabin into the Surrounding Landscape
Jordi Colell llinàs, Benjamin Bonnard
The metallic platform elevates a wooden cabin among birch trees, creating a unique vantage point that enhances the connection to the surrounding landscape while serving as an observatory and retreat.
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Bay Views Framed by Metal Structures in a Revitalized Community Space
Bay Views Framed by Metal Structures in a Revitalized Community Space
Evangeline Logan
Centered around a preserved crane and framed by metal structures, the redevelopment offers lookout zones with expansive bay views, enhancing community living in a historical waterfront environment.
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Community-Centered Living with a Community Crane and Integrated Urban Farming
Community-Centered Living with a Community Crane and Integrated Urban Farming
Raphaël Monnier, Naing win Aung, Lin htet Nyan
Equipped with a community crane and designed for adaptability, the tower provides a multifaceted living environment that prioritizes public engagement and sustainable practices for homeless residents in downtown Yangon.
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Corten Steel Structure Anchored in Nature With Pink Highlights for Eco-Friendly Observation
Corten Steel Structure Anchored in Nature With Pink Highlights for Eco-Friendly Observation
Koen Van uden
A spiraling helix of corten steel topped with pink accents rises from the Al Wathba Wetland, providing an accessible observation point that deepens engagement with the local ecosystem and its iconic flamingo population.
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Dynamic Spaces Created With Crane-Aided Reconfiguration and Natural Wood Elements
Dynamic Spaces Created With Crane-Aided Reconfiguration and Natural Wood Elements
Jongmin Woo, Juhan Lee
A central crane enables adaptable reconfiguration of spaces, while the use of natural wood elements creates an inviting atmosphere for arts and performance students to collaborate and showcase their talents.
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Hexagonal Shelter Constructed with Metal Alloy and Thermal Insulation for Himalayan Climbers
Hexagonal Shelter Constructed with Metal Alloy and Thermal Insulation for Himalayan Climbers
Jose Silvestre Herrera Rodriguez
Constructed from a combination of hexagonal forms and insulated metal alloy, the shelter provides essential refuge for climbers navigating the challenges of the Himalayan environment.
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Timber Tower Embracing Maritime Navigation With Northern Lights Illumination
Timber Tower Embracing Maritime Navigation With Northern Lights Illumination
Maria Maslova, Nihal Adil, Polina Luneva, Elena Meliakova
Rising 146 meters, the tower draws inspiration from the northern lights through its illumination while utilizing cross-laminated timber to function as a lighthouse and research space that enhances Malmö's urban landscape.
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Prefabricated Accessory Units for Efficient Urban Living
Prefabricated Accessory Units for Efficient Urban Living
Kyle Recker
Constructed from prefabricated modular units, this approach addresses urban housing needs by providing efficient living solutions through Accessory Dwelling Units in Los Angeles.
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Preserving Brick Heritage with Playful Work Spaces
Preserving Brick Heritage with Playful Work Spaces
Christian Wallesch, Markus Zang
With its preserved brick walls and playful features like a climbing wall and slide, the revitalized former train repair center serves as a collaborative workspace that blends historical authenticity with modern functionality.
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Weathering Steel Lookout Overlooking Hverfjall's Caldera
Weathering Steel Lookout Overlooking Hverfjall's Caldera
Nathan Louey
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Hverfjall, the lookout structure's weathering steel form rises to provide visitors with panoramic views into the volcano's caldera and beyond, enhancing their experience of the unique Icelandic landscape.
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Overhead Crane Framework Supporting Vertical Expansion With Cross Laminated Timber
Overhead Crane Framework Supporting Vertical Expansion With Cross Laminated Timber
Cheok chun (chuck) Chong
Built with an overhead crane framework and Cross Laminated Timber, the design enables vertical expansion of modular housing units to adapt to changing resident needs, fostering a sustainable community in Melbourne.
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Reflective Glass Housing Within Historic Arches
Reflective Glass Housing Within Historic Arches
Blake Minster
Nestled within the arches of a historic aqueduct, reflective glass modules create affordable housing that harmonizes modern living with architectural heritage in Cachan, France.
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Upcycled Steel Observation Tower With Photovoltaic Skin for Wildlife Engagement
Upcycled Steel Observation Tower With Photovoltaic Skin for Wildlife Engagement
Karim Fakhry, Jean Nmeir, Abeer Fanous, Dragan Vukovic
Constructed from upcycled steel cranes and enhanced with a photovoltaic skin, this observation tower provides an immersive platform for studying local flamingos while promoting ecological awareness in Abu Dhabi's unique environment.
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Rock-Like Retreat with Cross-Laminated Timber and Movable Shards
Rock-Like Retreat with Cross-Laminated Timber and Movable Shards
Joanna Hobbs, William Foster
Constructed from rock-like forms and cross-laminated timber, the retreat offers movable living spaces that foster community interaction and personal reflection in a tranquil natural setting.
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Metallic Cranes and Vertical Greenhouses in Urban Living Solutions
Metallic Cranes and Vertical Greenhouses in Urban Living Solutions
BOSSENO eddy
Suspended by metallic cranes, a vertical greenhouse integrates urban agriculture into residential living, creating a self-sufficient community space in response to urbanization challenges.
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Repurposed Shipping Containers Integrated with Green Spaces for Coastal Living
Repurposed Shipping Containers Integrated with Green Spaces for Coastal Living
Manuel Emad Gamal Ragheb
Repurposed shipping containers, designed to foster community engagement and integrated with abundant green spaces, create a flexible residential environment along the coast.
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