Elena Clapan,Azaria Rusu,Ioana Gheorghita,Irina Enache
Transforming blind walls into rotating public art surfaces, this urban design project integrates steel, glass, and natural elements to create community-driven spaces that support interaction, flexibility, and creativity.
Constructed with modular units and enhanced by traditional latticework for natural ventilation, the design creates a customizable living environment that fosters community engagement and adapts to diverse lifestyles.
Raul Gabriel Sunil Daza Sadhwani,Farouk Adegboyega Agoro
Cylindrical structures crafted from cross-laminated timber and topped with green roofs seamlessly integrate into London's council estates, providing adaptable residential units that enhance urban living.
With its polycarbonate facade and reconstituted timber supports, this compact urban kiosk seamlessly integrates sustainable materials and modern design to serve as a vibrant coffee hub in a highly trafficked area.
With a large glazed overhang that optimizes winter solar gain and a design that incorporates thermal mass for year-round comfort, the structure serves as a yoga studio harmoniously integrated into the Portuguese landscape.
Custom-designed mashrabiyas inspired by local heritage enhance privacy and light control in a structurally robust home that seamlessly integrates sustainable materials and contemporary living spaces.
Incorporating vertical gardens and 3D-printed components within a robust concrete and glass structure, this residence offers a contemporary living environment that harmonizes with its natural surroundings.
A curvilinear glass and metal façade reflects local cultural heritage, creating a dynamic multi-functional hub that integrates retail, exhibition, and community spaces.
Constructed with rammed earth and designed for thermal efficiency, the tasting room offers panoramic views of the surrounding vineyard, creating an immersive environment for wine appreciation.
The innovative folding shell structure crafted from fibre reinforced concrete redefines compact living by maximizing spatial efficiency and environmental integration in a modern microhome.
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.
Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.
Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.
A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.
The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.
The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.
Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.
Maria Turcu,Mihai Mitrică,Alina Măldărescu,Alina Lixeanu
Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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