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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Envelop a Community Hub Fostering Connectivity and Sustainability
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Envelop a Community Hub Fostering Connectivity and Sustainability
Karol Gorczyca
Embracing a façade of charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design seamlessly integrates sustainable materials to create a versatile community hub that fosters social interaction and engagement.
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Rammed Earth Structure Emphasizing Natural Textures and Community Engagement
Rammed Earth Structure Emphasizing Natural Textures and Community Engagement
Alan Morrissey
Utilizing the enduring qualities of rammed earth, the design fosters a deep connection to the surrounding landscape while creating an inviting community hub for engagement and interaction.
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Fractal Geometry and Glass Façade Create Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living in Desert Environment
Fractal Geometry and Glass Façade Create Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living in Desert Environment
Sebastian Sciuto
With a façade that intricately weaves fractal geometry into a glazed exterior, the design harmoniously integrates with the Las Vegas desert while providing versatile living and working spaces within its three distinct levels.
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Natural Stone And Glazed Facades Integrate With Reflective Water Features In A Sustainable Californian Residence
Natural Stone And Glazed Facades Integrate With Reflective Water Features In A Sustainable Californian Residence
Troy Aday
Reflective pools and natural stone structures merge seamlessly with abundant glazing to create a harmonious residence in California that prioritizes sustainability and tranquility.
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Light-Filtrating Spaces Crafted With Charred Wood And Modular Construction For Festival Gatherings
Light-Filtrating Spaces Crafted With Charred Wood And Modular Construction For Festival Gatherings
Salomon Rodriguez
Crafted from charred wood shingles and designed for optimal light filtration, the versatile structure serves as a dynamic food court that encourages community interaction during the festive atmosphere of the Sansusi Music Festival.
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Shadow Play Through Charred Wood and Concrete in a Harmonious Residential Space
Shadow Play Through Charred Wood and Concrete in a Harmonious Residential Space
Thakan Navapakpilai, Lalinthip Maholarnkij
Charred wood accents play with light and shadow while concrete forms create a seamless connection to the natural landscape in a residence designed for sustainable living.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Enhance a Versatile Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Enhance a Versatile Community Space
Eri Shibata
With charred wooden shingles contrasting elegantly against cross-laminated timber, the structure offers a harmonious blend of sustainability and modern design while serving as a versatile community space.
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Bamboo Chimes and Curvilinear Roof Enhance a Community Gathering Pavilion
Bamboo Chimes and Curvilinear Roof Enhance a Community Gathering Pavilion
Brendan Kelly, Sadie Imae
Featuring bamboo chimes that create a harmonious soundscape, this community pavilion with a curvilinear roof serves as a vibrant gathering space for dining and performances.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Pathways in Sustainable Urban Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Pathways in Sustainable Urban Living Spaces
Éléonore Vérant, Laia Tarrés
With its charred wooden shingles and biophilic hanging gardens, this innovative structure seamlessly integrates vertical pathways into an urban environment, providing a blend of hotel, student housing, and community spaces.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Modern Urban Habitat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Modern Urban Habitat
Hongyuan Lu, Xiaoqi Zou
Charred wooden shingles harmonize with cross-laminated timber panels to create a contemporary urban dwelling that emphasizes sustainability and cultural resonance.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Façades Shaping a Community-Centric Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Façades Shaping a Community-Centric Space
Marwa Zidi, Syrine Bouhela
Incorporating charred wooden shingles that enhance its sustainable narrative, the design establishes a harmonious blend of indoor and outdoor spaces, creating an inviting community hub focused on connectivity and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Defining a Versatile Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Defining a Versatile Community Space
Sanne Mulder
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this community space seamlessly integrates sustainable materials and flexible design to foster engagement and interaction among its users.
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Curvilinear Spaces Merging Natural Stone and Light in a Sustainable Rural Dwelling
Curvilinear Spaces Merging Natural Stone and Light in a Sustainable Rural Dwelling
Debora Di francesco, Doni Hallko
Blending curvilinear forms with natural stone and abundant light, the design creates a harmonious dwelling that fosters connection to the surrounding rural landscape.
residential rural modern light sustainability concrete wood glass interaction wellbeing
Sustainable Living in Naantali with Exposed Brick and Versatile Wood Cladding
Sustainable Living in Naantali with Exposed Brick and Versatile Wood Cladding
Katja Teinilä
Characterized by its harmonious integration of extensive glazing and warm wood cladding, this residence in Naantali offers a seamless connection to the surrounding landscape while providing a cozy retreat for its inhabitants.
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Charred Shingles and Softwood Timber Create a Culinary Hub Nestled in the Forest
Charred Shingles and Softwood Timber Create a Culinary Hub Nestled in the Forest
Viktor Gekker, Jack Lehane
Utilizing charred shingles and softwood timber, the design seamlessly integrates with the surrounding forest to create a vibrant culinary hub that fosters community engagement and outdoor cooking experiences.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Concrete Cantilevers Defining an Introspective Sanctuary
Charred Wooden Shingles and Concrete Cantilevers Defining an Introspective Sanctuary
Hazem Elshafei, Ali El sabaawi, Daana Bolot
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and expansive sliding glass panels, the design creates a fluid connection to nature while serving as a serene retreat for introspection and renewal.
residential sanctuary nature meditation concrete wood light interior landscape retreat
Cross-Laminated Timber Facade Meets Biophilic Design in a Community-Focused High-Rise
Cross-Laminated Timber Facade Meets Biophilic Design in a Community-Focused High-Rise
Lauryn Rueter, Raymond Wysocki
Blending cross-laminated timber with an undulating facade and a community-focused canopy, the design creates a seamless connection to nature while serving as a multi-functional high-rise in Houston.
houston texas high-rise mixed-use timber sustainable landscape community residential commercial
Curvilinear Coastal Residence Featuring Exposed Concrete and Expansive Glass Facades
Curvilinear Coastal Residence Featuring Exposed Concrete and Expansive Glass Facades
Kinga Kopczyk, Sara Gorczyńska
With its curvilinear forms and thoughtfully integrated glass facades, the design harmonizes with the coastal landscape, creating a serene sanctuary for modern living.
gdynia house residential coastal sustainable contemporary membrane light curved concrete
Cross-Laminated Timber Canopy Integrating Learning Spaces Within a Rainforest Environment
Cross-Laminated Timber Canopy Integrating Learning Spaces Within a Rainforest Environment
Marta Pawłowska, Maxime Petersen
Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, this architectural endeavor elevates learning spaces above the rainforest floor, fostering educational engagement while harmonizing with its vibrant natural surroundings.
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Cross-Laminated Timber and Living Walls Create Vertical Community Spaces
Cross-Laminated Timber and Living Walls Create Vertical Community Spaces
Nicole Bergendal, Diana Marin, Matus Kianicka
Utilizing cross-laminated timber and integrated living walls, this innovative vertical structure fosters community interaction while providing sustainable residential spaces in an urban setting.
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