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Mirrored Facade and Precast Concrete Connecting Diverse Cultures Through Natural Baths

Mirrored Facade and Precast Concrete Connecting Diverse Cultures Through Natural Baths

Gudmundur Jonsson, Todd Gralla, Alex Ogata, Farzan Mahmoudzadeh

A mirrored facade and precast concrete structures rise above the tectonic rift in Iceland, creating a space that integrates natural baths and fosters cultural connection among diverse visitors.

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Collective Experience through Spatial Rhythm and Community Frame

Collective Experience through Spatial Rhythm and Community Frame

Muhammet kerem Yavuz, Gülhis Duygun, Orhun Ince, Burcu Saral

Emphasizing spatial rhythm and a community frame, the design creates a harmonious environment that encourages collective participation and interaction during cultural events.

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Central Hearth Pavilion Crafted from Local Stones and Gothic Furniture

Josselin Bourin

Constructed with local stones and adorned with Gothic furniture, the pavilion serves as a contemplative space for reflection and community dialogue, drawing visitors along a path that commemorates the women of the historical witchcraft trials.

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Pitched Roof Cabins Embracing River Views and Local Agriculture

Pitched Roof Cabins Embracing River Views and Local Agriculture

Yuqi Zhao, Zihan Yuan, Nian Li

With pitched roofs that echo local traditions, cabins line the Venta River to foster community interaction and support agricultural use while providing a serene space for visitors.

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Marble Pillars and Local Heritage in a Contemporary Columbarium Design

Marble Pillars and Local Heritage in a Contemporary Columbarium Design

Paweł Woźniak, Franciszek Wojtkowiak, Anna Zanewycz

Constructed from natural marble and inspired by traditional Latvian designs, the columbarium integrates seamlessly with the landscape while providing a tranquil space for remembrance and reflection.

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Cascading Structure Overlooking Vines with Integrated Wine Lounge

Cascading Structure Overlooking Vines with Integrated Wine Lounge

Jieun Kim, Minyoung Kim, Sookjung Kim

A cascading structure designed to integrate a wine lounge and museum with expansive views of the vineyard serves as a unique hospitality experience, enhancing guest interaction with the local viticultural landscape.

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Rammed Earth and Bronze Steel Create Sustainable Hospitality Amidst Vineyards

Rammed Earth and Bronze Steel Create Sustainable Hospitality Amidst Vineyards

Nigel Reading, Daniel Traficante, Duran Bezuidenhout, Azin Shameli

Constructed from local clay-limestone and bronze steel, the design forms an organic connection to the surrounding vineyards while providing a boutique hotel experience that emphasizes sustainability and community engagement.

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Reflective Niches and Recycled Brick: A Columbarium Embracing Nature

Reflective Niches and Recycled Brick: A Columbarium Embracing Nature

Han Wan chee

Recycled red bricks and granite contours reflect the sky in a series of inground niches, creating a tranquil columbarium that harmonizes with its forest setting to provide a space for remembrance and reflection.

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Reed-Roofed Workshops Integrating Fire Logs and Community Learning in Latvia

Reed-Roofed Workshops Integrating Fire Logs and Community Learning in Latvia

Julia Kochańska, Marcelina Terelak, Weronika Lis, Aleksandra Wasilenko

Constructed with fire logs and topped with reed roofing, the revitalized Omuli primary school serves as a hub for community workshops and cultural education within Latvia's biosphere reserve.

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Engravings in Domestic Stone Elevate Spiritual Retreat Experience

Engravings in Domestic Stone Elevate Spiritual Retreat Experience

Isabelle Joannides

Carved from domestic stone and adorned with engravings of yoga postures, the huts in the Cambodian forest provide a tranquil setting for personal reflection and spiritual practice.

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Wind Turbine-Integrated Retreat Embracing Local Flora and Summer Solstice Ceremonies

Wind Turbine-Integrated Retreat Embracing Local Flora and Summer Solstice Ceremonies

David Wiborg

Incorporating a wind turbine for renewable energy and weaving local flora into symbolic head wreaths, the retreat center aligns with the summer solstice to provide a serene space for reflection and creative expression.

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Mushroom-Based Meditation Retreat Above Urban Plaza

Chris Jarrett, Peter Wong, Jesse Lohman

Constructed using sustainably grown mushrooms and adorned with artistic metallic screens, the retreat offers a serene meditation space elevated above a bustling corporate plaza in Tokyo.

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Community Cabins with Raised Platforms and Linden Oaks

Community Cabins with Raised Platforms and Linden Oaks

Misak Terzibasiyan, Thimo Derks, Amir Feizinezhadgheshlaghi, Shadi Hashemian

Set among sacred Linden Oaks, the design incorporates raised platforms that elevate community cabins, promoting interaction while addressing environmental challenges in a sustainable eco-tourism setting.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Rooftop Gardens Define Sustainable Cabins Nestled in Latvian Landscape

Charred Wooden Shingles and Rooftop Gardens Define Sustainable Cabins Nestled in Latvian Landscape

Tamim Negm, Krista Skujina

Incorporating charred wooden shingles and expansive rooftop gardens, the design offers sustainable cabins that facilitate engagement with Latvia's natural landscape while providing year-round accommodation.

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Retractable Living in a Compact Washitsu with Hydraulic Eaves

Bart Bliek

A compact washitsu elevated on tatami flooring features retractable furniture and hydraulic eaves, enabling a flexible living space for a young professional couple.

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Charred Wooden Facade Complementing Natural Light in a Sustainable Spa Retreat

Charred Wooden Facade Complementing Natural Light in a Sustainable Spa Retreat

Patrycja Seroka

A facade of charred wood harmonizes with expansive glass walls, creating a seamless dialogue with the surrounding landscape while offering a comprehensive spa and wellness experience.

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Community Hub Featuring Cultural Experiences and Flexible Spatial Design

Ana maría Garzón soto, Maria camila Morales gómez, Olman felipe Murillo zambrano, Laura Alejandra Rodríguez Ruiz

Positioned as a cultural hub in Berlin, the booth offers flexible spatial configurations that enhance social interactions, directly addressing the needs of the city's vibrant nightlife.

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Geothermal Tower of Engineered Wood Surrounded by Hexagonal Pathways

Geothermal Tower of Engineered Wood Surrounded by Hexagonal Pathways

Maziar Mohit, Iman Kimiaei

Rising thirty meters, the tower constructed from engineered wood serves as a landmark, guiding visitors along hexagonal pathways to explore nearby caves while emphasizing geothermal sustainability.

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Ceremonial Space of Sound Crafted from Stone and Wood in Andean Highlands

Josefa Lizama, Josefina Prado, Tomás Rubilar

Crafted from local stone and wood, the ceremonial space integrates sound and ritual within the Andean highlands, serving as a gathering point for the Aymara community to celebrate their cultural heritage through music and spirituality.

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Elevated Space with Concrete Structure and Palm Leaves for Environmental Engagement

Elevated Space with Concrete Structure and Palm Leaves for Environmental Engagement

Adrian camilo Mariño estepa, Jorge arturo Cortés gómez, Cristhian ricardo Sanchez calderon

Constructed with a concrete frame and traditional palm leaves, the design elevates visitor engagement within the Al Wathba Wetland, serving as a hub for observation and education.

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MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION

MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION

Elan Jordan Ergas Lenett, Sigrid Anna Joubert

Located in the wetland landscape of Big Slough and Silver Lake, the design offers a vertical exploration of the natural environment through a carefully articulated watchtower structure. The project merges ecological awareness with spatial complexity, creating an architectural framework for observation, movement, and interaction.

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A GEOMETRIC INSTALLATION FOR DESERT REFLECTION

Marco Tosone

Set within a remote desert landscape, the installation engages with the surrounding geology through a restrained formal language and material palette. It is conceived as a space for reflection and observation, where geometric structures frame the vastness of the environment.

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A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

Hadi Koohihabibi, Pariya Shahbazi, Parsa Kavosi, Kimia Salimzadeh

Located in a small urban center adjacent to open landscape, the structure supports both elevated viewing and pedestrian circulation across its site. Designed to enhance public engagement, it responds to local context through its spatial configuration and material logic.

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A GUIDEPOST FOR COMMUNITY AND CONTEXTUAL ENGAGEMENT

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Shuyang Fang, Tianjian Cheng

Positioned within the prairie landscape of De Smet, the structure functions as a vertical marker that combines public utility with cultural reference. Its design responds to local narratives and environmental conditions, offering spaces for observation, orientation, and gathering.

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A Climate-Responsive Residence with Living Walls and Voids

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Wilson Lopes Do Nascimento Junior, Valerio Ziantoni, Gabriela Vitória Carvalho, João Pedro Pina

The design addresses the challenges of desert living by integrating sustainable strategies that support self-sufficiency and environmental resilience. Emphasizing resource efficiency and ecological balance, the project highlights the relationship between built form and natural systems in a harsh environment.

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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

Levi Gauge Pfeil

Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.

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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

Pietro Cipolletta, Marco Caporaletti

Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.

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Search results for: “Cultural connection”

46 projects found:

Mirrored Facade and Precast Concrete Connecting Diverse Cultures Through Natural Baths

Collective Experience through Spatial Rhythm and Community Frame

Central Hearth Pavilion Crafted from Local Stones and Gothic Furniture

Pitched Roof Cabins Embracing River Views and Local Agriculture

Marble Pillars and Local Heritage in a Contemporary Columbarium Design

Cascading Structure Overlooking Vines with Integrated Wine Lounge

Rammed Earth and Bronze Steel Create Sustainable Hospitality Amidst Vineyards

Reflective Niches and Recycled Brick: A Columbarium Embracing Nature

Reed-Roofed Workshops Integrating Fire Logs and Community Learning in Latvia

Engravings in Domestic Stone Elevate Spiritual Retreat Experience

Wind Turbine-Integrated Retreat Embracing Local Flora and Summer Solstice Ceremonies

Mushroom-Based Meditation Retreat Above Urban Plaza

Community Cabins with Raised Platforms and Linden Oaks

Charred Wooden Shingles and Rooftop Gardens Define Sustainable Cabins Nestled in Latvian Landscape

Retractable Living in a Compact Washitsu with Hydraulic Eaves

Charred Wooden Facade Complementing Natural Light in a Sustainable Spa Retreat

Community Hub Featuring Cultural Experiences and Flexible Spatial Design

Geothermal Tower of Engineered Wood Surrounded by Hexagonal Pathways

Ceremonial Space of Sound Crafted from Stone and Wood in Andean Highlands

Elevated Space with Concrete Structure and Palm Leaves for Environmental Engagement

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A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

A GUIDEPOST FOR COMMUNITY AND CONTEXTUAL ENGAGEMENT

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Climate-Responsive Residence with Living Walls and Voids

A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

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