Incorporating GRC and AAC for enhanced thermal efficiency, this sustainable residence harmonizes modern living with cultural heritage in Dubai, providing adaptable spaces for family engagement.
Marco Orto,Domenico Giovanni Cacciapaglia,Federica Poggio
Combining solar power generation with natural stone and innovative arched design elements, the residential complex offers adaptable living spaces while prioritizing sustainability and community engagement.
Crafted with marble finishes and shaded by intricate mashrabiya screens, the residence seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces while addressing the demands of sustainable tropical living.
Utilizing local desert sand and bacteria to construct durable walls, the design incorporates a central wind tower and indoor garden to optimize ventilation, creating a sustainable residence that reflects Emirati cultural values.
Employing self-healing concrete and transparent solar panels, the design merges sustainability with versatility, creating a modern residence that adapts seamlessly to the needs of urban living.
Utilizing a perforated aluminum facade and flexible spatial arrangements, the design fosters a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor environments while accommodating modern family living.
Rammed earth walls and strategically integrated wind towers create a sustainable environment that fosters community interaction within a series of interconnected courtyards designed for modern living.
The elevated diamond-shaped structure, constructed with charred wooden shingles and reinforced concrete, provides a resilient housing solution that harmonizes modern design with traditional cultural elements in a flood-prone region.
Emphasizing biomimetic design, the terminal integrates engineered wood and green roofs to create an efficient transportation hub that fosters regional connectivity while harmonizing with the local environment.
Utilizing rammed earth and local timber in a circular layout, this mountain hut incorporates solar energy systems to create a functional and sustainable living space for its inhabitants in Nepal's challenging terrain.
Utilizing flexible tension fabric and adjustable metal shading, this design creates adaptive microclimate zones that enhance comfort and sustainability in a desert environment for communal living and social interactions.
Utilizing 3D printed concrete and integrated living walls, this sustainable residence optimizes energy efficiency while fostering community connections in a desert urban landscape.
The S-shaped design, characterized by its colored glass facade and aluminum louvers, seamlessly integrates sustainable features like solar panels and rainwater harvesting into a family residence that reflects the cultural essence of Dubai.
Constructed with locally sourced basalt and timber, the spa seamlessly integrates into Iceland's rugged terrain while offering a serene environment for relaxation and wellness.
Built with perforated screens and enhanced by monocrystalline solar panels, the design prioritizes sustainability and cultural integration, offering a modern living space tailored for extended family dynamics in Dubai.
Crafted from adobe and designed with a radial layout, the residence prioritizes communal family interaction while maximizing natural light and energy efficiency in a modern living environment.
The asymmetrical concrete structure, characterized by expansive glass facades and a focus on integrated rainwater management, serves as a compact living space uniquely designed for adaptability across diverse environments.
Circular structures crafted with composite panels and natural textiles create a community health facility designed to foster wellness and accessibility in Monrovia, Liberia.
Elevated on stilts and utilizing sustainable timber and expansive glass facades, this design integrates seamlessly with the Icelandic landscape to provide guests with unobstructed views of the Northern Lights.
Constructed with modular cross-laminated timber panels and green roof systems, the design establishes a contemporary urban hub that supports intergenerational living and promotes social cohesion.
Repurposed oil rigs form the foundation for a resilient water-based community, integrating fish farms and urban agriculture to create a sustainable habitat for future residents.
Valeria Baeza
Mario Arancibia
Felipe Gonzalez
Tomas Zelada
The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.
Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.
The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.
This study examines a multi-volume building designed to connect users with the forest landscape while accommodating communal and educational functions. Architectural strategies in these contexts can balance visual distinction with environmental sensitivity, providing spaces for learning and observation.
With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.
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