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Bronze Roofing and Natural Ventilation Enhancements in a Desert Visitor Center

Bronze Roofing and Natural Ventilation Enhancements in a Desert Visitor Center

Ruba Bdair

With a central wind-tower facilitating natural ventilation and bronze roofing that reflects the surrounding landscape, the visitor center provides a shaded environment for public education and engagement with the desert ecosystem.

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Curved Bamboo Structure Embracing Natural Light in a Desert Ecosystem

Curved Bamboo Structure Embracing Natural Light in a Desert Ecosystem

Sheila Owuor

The curved bamboo structure, designed to blend with the desert landscape, harnesses natural light through its rippling facade while serving as a visitor centre focused on education and interaction with the local ecosystem.

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Fibonacci-Inspired Spiral Structure With Trombe Walls and Sustainable Materials in a Desert Ecosystem

Stéphan G. Hoornaert

A Fibonacci-inspired spiral form integrates trombe walls and local vegetation to create an educational facility that promotes environmental awareness within a challenging desert landscape.

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Fog Harps and Hydroponics Shaping Sustainable Living in a Compact Desert Microhome

Fog Harps and Hydroponics Shaping Sustainable Living in a Compact Desert Microhome

Hany Maher Khalil Ibrahim, Rana Hany Maher Khalil

Constructed with palmifil bricks and designed with integrated fog harps, this microhome optimizes water conservation and energy efficiency while providing a flexible living space adapted for desert conditions.

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Brick Screens and Passive Cooling in Community-Centric Residential Design

Brick Screens and Passive Cooling in Community-Centric Residential Design

Tadj Eddine Yacine Belakhdar

Utilizing brick screens for enhanced ventilation and passive cooling, this residential design fosters community interaction while providing comfortable living spaces within the harsh climate of Dubai.

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Rammed Earth and Environmental Concrete Create a Sustainable Oasis in Residential Design

Rammed Earth and Environmental Concrete Create a Sustainable Oasis in Residential Design

Harzallah Korkaz, Ali Chellali, Abdessamed Houichiti

Constructed with rammed earth and environmental concrete, the design fosters a unique oasis-like environment that integrates private and communal spaces for sustainable residential living.

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Geodesic Forms of Palm Fronds Merging with Desert Ecosystems in an Educational Center

Geodesic Forms of Palm Fronds Merging with Desert Ecosystems in an Educational Center

Syed Arshad

Utilizing funicular shell structures formed from palm fronds and mud plaster, the design seamlessly integrates with the desert landscape to educate visitors about the local wetland ecosystems.

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Desert Lodges Emphasizing Arid Adaptability and Community Connection

Desert Lodges Emphasizing Arid Adaptability and Community Connection

Bobbie Bayley, Owen Kelly

Emphasizing adaptability to arid conditions, the design integrates communal spaces with private retreats, creating sustainable lodges that enhance the relationship between residents and the desert landscape.

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Desert-Inspired Forms Enhanced by 3D Printed Elements and Natural Stone for a Cultural Museum

Marionne James

3D printed elements and naturally sourced stone merge with desert-inspired forms to create a cultural museum reflecting the rich heritage of AlUla.

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Natural Brick Facade and Passive Cooling System in Desert Housing Design

Natural Brick Facade and Passive Cooling System in Desert Housing Design

Incorporating a natural brick facade and a tailored passive cooling system, this desert residence achieves energy efficiency while providing a comfortable living environment.

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Charred Wood Shingles and Concrete Forms in Desert-Integrated Residence

Charred Wood Shingles and Concrete Forms in Desert-Integrated Residence

Gautam Bhatia

Using charred wood shingles and expansive concrete forms, the residence is designed to withstand desert conditions while promoting energy efficiency and communal living.

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Ana-maria Lenghen, Razvan ioan Muntean, Silviu ioan Popa

House Fo(u)r Innerlight(s) is a yoga retreat designed to foster mindfulness and community within a natural forest setting in Latvia. The project emphasizes a circular spatial organization that integrates indoor and outdoor environments while supporting both collective activities and individual reflection.

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A RESIDENTIAL ENSEMBLE WITH COURTYARDS AND MAYADEEN

A RESIDENTIAL ENSEMBLE WITH COURTYARDS AND MAYADEEN

Balint Iszak, Csenge Gyorgyi

Set within a contemporary residential context in the United Arab Emirates, the design explores the relationship between traditional urban forms and present-day living requirements. It emphasizes community interaction, environmental responsiveness, and adaptability, responding to both cultural and climatic conditions.

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Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Shih-Hui Teng Min Li Shen Tzu Chen Nien Chen Lu

Utilizing hollow brick construction and modular design, this sustainable residential initiative captures wind and solar energy to create adaptable living spaces for families in Dubai's arid climate.

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A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING

A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING

Paula Soler Soler, Marta Woodward Moncho

Designed for a residential setting in Dubai, the architecture responds to the demands of desert living through passive strategies, adaptable spatial planning, and material efficiency. The layout emphasizes a balance between privacy and communal life, with a focus on outdoor integration.

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A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

Beomsoo Kim

Situated in a remote and challenging landscape, the design explores the relationship between humanity, nature, and time through a combined memorial and educational facility. The structure addresses themes of memory, ecological responsibility, and philosophical inquiry within a carefully considered architectural framework.

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A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

Sadyr Khabukhayev, Raikhan Seilova

Located within a uniform residential landscape in the United Arab Emirates, the design introduces a contemporary response to the region’s repetitive built environment. It proposes a modular residential typology that accommodates changing household needs while engaging with its environmental and social context.

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An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

Menno Joop Johan Smit

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.

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Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Shuang Chen, Yushan Jiang, Hengyuan Yang

Utilizing bamboo and recycled steel, the design incorporates vertical gardens to enhance urban living environments while fostering community engagement through adaptable micro-housing units.