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Translucent Glass and Granite Integration in Contemplative Columbarium Design

Translucent Glass and Granite Integration in Contemplative Columbarium Design

Angelina Iashkevich, Alexander Kopylov, George Miroshnichenko, Alena Rodina

Frosted glass elements suspend above a central well with a tree, creating a tranquil atmosphere that encourages reflection within a granite-clad columbarium dedicated to the memory of the deceased.

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Monolithic Columns and Blued Steel Canopies in a Reflective Forest Cemetery

Monolithic Columns and Blued Steel Canopies in a Reflective Forest Cemetery

Sangeetha Othayoth, Sindhu Sriram

Clusters of monolithic columns topped with blued steel canopies create a contemplative path through the dynamic seasons of a forest cemetery, inviting reflection and connection to nature.

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Weathering Concrete Columns with Reflective Mirrored Surfaces for Contemplation

Weathering Concrete Columns with Reflective Mirrored Surfaces for Contemplation

Barsha Pradhan

Vertical concrete columns, weathered by time and interspersed with reflective surfaces, create a contemplative environment that guides visitors through a natural landscape designed for reflection on life and death.

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Wooden Pathway Ascending from Earth Beneath a Reflection Pool

Wooden Pathway Ascending from Earth Beneath a Reflection Pool

Noah Ryzewicz, Jack Dalgleish-Morel, John Yoon, Connor Scoffield

A pathway made of wooden members guides visitors from a secluded reflection pool beneath the earth to a symbol of life above, creating a unique space for contemplation and connection in a columbarium.

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Illuminated Pathways and Latvian Wood in a Reflective Memorial Space

Illuminated Pathways and Latvian Wood in a Reflective Memorial Space

Ryuta Inaba, Yui Kakuda, Wataru Hayashida, yoshihito nobunari

A gently sloped interior, illuminated pathways, and the use of local wood create a contemplative memorial space that honors the deceased while inviting the living to reflect.

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White Marble Columbarium Embraced by Acer Trees in Riga's Forest

White Marble Columbarium Embraced by Acer Trees in Riga's Forest

Demián Flores, Max Colorado, Fernando Gutiérrez, Mikhail Ortiz

A white marble columbarium, surrounded by acer trees and designed to reflect the cycles of life and memory, creates a serene space for contemplation and remembrance in Riga's forest cemetery.

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Ethereal Spaces of Grief Framed in Tufa and Black Granite

Ethereal Spaces of Grief Framed in Tufa and Black Granite

Zeynep özge Yalçın, Kardelen Türkoğlu

Incorporating black granite and tufa stone, the design creates ethereal spaces that foster reflection and communal mourning within a serene columbarium in the Riga Forest.

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Cellular Concrete Roots Intertwined with Pedunculate Oak in a Reflective Memorial Space

Cellular Concrete Roots Intertwined with Pedunculate Oak in a Reflective Memorial Space

Veronika Petrúšková, Eliška Crhová

Grounded by a pedunculate oak, cellular concrete roots extend to create a contemplative space for remembrance, seamlessly integrating nature and memory in a well-defined memorial setting.

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Concrete Niches and Enclosed Garden for Contemplation

Concrete Niches and Enclosed Garden for Contemplation

Muhammad Alam, Raymin Sidhar, Carl Xavier jules caliva, Morgan Staples

Surrounded by an enclosed garden, the columbarium's board-formed concrete niches provide a serene space for contemplation and remembrance.

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Translucent Marble Niches Within an Eternal Garden Setting

Translucent Marble Niches Within an Eternal Garden Setting

Jiries Alali

Translucent marble niches glow softly within a sunken garden overlooking symbolic oaks and daisies, creating a contemplative columbarium that honors the cycle of life and memory.

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Reflective Water and Subterranean Niches in a Contemplative Memorial Space

Reflective Water and Subterranean Niches in a Contemplative Memorial Space

Thomas Gomez ospina, Patryk Banel, Florencio IV Tameta, Kristen Sarmiento

A series of sculptural towers create an abstract forest while a subterranean cave with reflective water invites contemplation, serving as a memorial space that embodies Latvian beliefs about life and death.

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Circular Space of Reflection with Stone and Wood Niches

Circular Space of Reflection with Stone and Wood Niches

Akkarawin Valinluck, Pimchid Chariyacharoen

A circular inner court illuminated by natural light interacts with stone walls and wooden niches, creating a reflective memorial space that connects the living with the deceased.

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Argillite Walls and Reflective Pools in a Contemplative Columbarium

Argillite Walls and Reflective Pools in a Contemplative Columbarium

Billy Liang, Johann Almeida, Marwa Alsaqqar, Wilfred Kam

The use of argillite walls and strategically placed reflective pools shapes a contemplative environment that invites personal and communal memory while honoring the cycle of life and death.

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Light-Channeling Columbarium with Basalt Cladding and Fiber-Reinforced Concrete

Light-Channeling Columbarium with Basalt Cladding and Fiber-Reinforced Concrete

Muhammed enes Aktaş, Kasım berk Adsan

Constructed with fiber-reinforced concrete and clad in local basalt, this columbarium captures and channels natural light to create a reflective space for remembrance and connection.

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Ceramic Tissue Pathways Within a Reflective Forest Cemetery

Ceramic Tissue Pathways Within a Reflective Forest Cemetery

David Sauer, Hendrik Koch

Ceramic tissue pathways weave through a thoughtfully excavated landscape in Riga, where distinct contemplation rooms offer visitors a serene environment to engage with themes of memory and loss within a forest cemetery.

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Curved Niches and White Gravel Shaping a Reflective Memorial Space

Curved Niches and White Gravel Shaping a Reflective Memorial Space

Thanatorn Namsrithan, Sirut reinhard Huehne, Pitiwat Thitiyaphat

Curved niches arranged within a sunken columbarium and bordered by white gravel create a contemplative space that facilitates reflection and community gatherings, honoring the cultural significance of remembrance in Latvia.

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Columns and Tunnels in a Community Center for Reflection and Creation

Columns and Tunnels in a Community Center for Reflection and Creation

John Paraskevas, CHRISTOS BENJAMIN, PANAYIOTA - POLYDORA TSAFARA, MARINO PAPACHRISOSTOMOU

The arrangement of columns and a tunneling system integrates natural elements and communal spaces, creating a reflective environment for artists and visitors alike.

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Blue Reflection Amidst Narrow Pathways in a Memorial Space

Simge Ozer, Ahmet Yilmaz, Hatice nur Baysal, Ceren Cokyegit

The interplay of blue light and sharply rising edges creates an immersive reflective space that memorializes the lives of witches in a narrative-driven monument, inviting visitors to engage with their historical experiences.

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Breathable Space with Air Tunnels and Integrated Flora for Reflection

Breathable Space with Air Tunnels and Integrated Flora for Reflection

Yi Wu

Air tunnels and a roof opening that integrates plant life create a space for contemplation and memory, serving as a unique columbarium that bridges the essence of life and death.

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Corten Steel Halo over Reflective Pond in Contemplative Memorial

Corten Steel Halo over Reflective Pond in Contemplative Memorial

Edwin Dilone berumen

A floating halo of Corten steel hovers above a reflective pond, creating a profound space for contemplation and memorialization of historical injustices.

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A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

Lisa-marie Mélodie Deransy

The design responds to the challenges of an arid environment by integrating built elements with the natural landscape to support recreational and community activities. Emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship, the project seeks to enhance user experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection.

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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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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

Silviu Virgil Aldea

Located in a temperate climate zone, the residence explores a modern approach to family living through a series of interlocking volumes. The design emphasizes a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting adaptable living patterns while responding to environmental considerations.

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A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

Kristýna Rosecká, Sandro Nanić

The design responds to pressing housing needs in regions affected by climate change and urban displacement, focusing on sustainable, self-sufficient living solutions.

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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

Ryan Kirkness

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the Mývatn landscape, providing a functional ski cabin that balances modern amenities with local materiality.

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Search results for: “Death”

112 projects found:

Translucent Glass and Granite Integration in Contemplative Columbarium Design

Monolithic Columns and Blued Steel Canopies in a Reflective Forest Cemetery

Weathering Concrete Columns with Reflective Mirrored Surfaces for Contemplation

Wooden Pathway Ascending from Earth Beneath a Reflection Pool

Illuminated Pathways and Latvian Wood in a Reflective Memorial Space

White Marble Columbarium Embraced by Acer Trees in Riga's Forest

Ethereal Spaces of Grief Framed in Tufa and Black Granite

Cellular Concrete Roots Intertwined with Pedunculate Oak in a Reflective Memorial Space

Concrete Niches and Enclosed Garden for Contemplation

Translucent Marble Niches Within an Eternal Garden Setting

Reflective Water and Subterranean Niches in a Contemplative Memorial Space

Circular Space of Reflection with Stone and Wood Niches

Argillite Walls and Reflective Pools in a Contemplative Columbarium

Light-Channeling Columbarium with Basalt Cladding and Fiber-Reinforced Concrete

Ceramic Tissue Pathways Within a Reflective Forest Cemetery

Curved Niches and White Gravel Shaping a Reflective Memorial Space

Columns and Tunnels in a Community Center for Reflection and Creation

Blue Reflection Amidst Narrow Pathways in a Memorial Space

Breathable Space with Air Tunnels and Integrated Flora for Reflection

Corten Steel Halo over Reflective Pond in Contemplative Memorial

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A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

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

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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