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Compacted Functional Spaces With Birch and Cellulose in a Northern Community Design

Compacted Functional Spaces With Birch and Cellulose in a Northern Community Design

Jussi Silliman

Utilizing local birch and cellulose insulation, the community house offers efficient waste management and public gathering spaces in a design that reflects the merging municipalities of Skútustaðahreppur and Þingeyarsveit.

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Twisted Volumes Overlooking The Continental Divide

Twisted Volumes Overlooking The Continental Divide

Erin Benken, Dana Kelly

Twisted building volumes ascend above the fissure of the continental divide, providing educational and observational spaces that engage visitors with the unique geological landscape of Iceland.

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Terraced Green Spaces with Secure Accessibility Ramp and Community Integration

Terraced Green Spaces with Secure Accessibility Ramp and Community Integration

Xavier Houston

The design incorporates a terraced planting area and secure accessibility ramp to enhance pedestrian safety and mobility, all within a framework that emphasizes community interaction and affordable housing solutions.

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Elliptical Visitor Center Integrating Photovoltaic Glass and Natural Timber in the Dimmuborgir Lava Fields

Elliptical Visitor Center Integrating Photovoltaic Glass and Natural Timber in the Dimmuborgir Lava Fields

Stian vestly Holte, Simon Schumacher

Employing an elliptical shape and transparent photovoltaic glass, the visitor center in the Dimmuborgir Lava Fields harmoniously blends sustainable design with the region's geological heritage, offering a space for education and exploration.

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Concrete Shelters Surrounded By Natural Light With Geothermal Heating

Concrete Shelters Surrounded By Natural Light With Geothermal Heating

Ioannis Mathioudakis, Konstantina Koutoula, Evangelos Telitzidis, Katherine a. Liapi

Designed to leverage geothermal energy, the Visitors Center is primarily situated underground, integrating concrete protection and light wells to create a welcoming educational space that reveals panoramic views of the surrounding volcano and lava fields.

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Volcanic Stone Cladding and Glass Viewpoints Enriching Educational Experience

Volcanic Stone Cladding and Glass Viewpoints Enriching Educational Experience

Werner Henken, Gerd Bolt, Mila Blot, Frederik Engelbreght

The use of volcanic stone cladding and a prominent glass box allows for panoramic views of the Dimmu Borgir lava fields while serving as an educational visitor center that connects guests with the unique geological features of the Icelandic landscape.

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Green Roofed Center Integrating Concrete and Steel with Panoramic Landscape Views

Green Roofed Center Integrating Concrete and Steel with Panoramic Landscape Views

Chiara Magnani, Dario Alberti, Francesco Colinucci

Incorporating a green roof and large panoramic windows, the center blends concrete and steel seamlessly into the Dimmuborgir lava field, serving as a visitor hub that enhances the connection between people and the unique geological landscape.

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Gabion and Driftwood Structure Emphasizing Community Engagement

Gabion and Driftwood Structure Emphasizing Community Engagement

Willie Fangrianto

Constructed with local basalt and driftwood, the visitor centre integrates flexible exhibition spaces and a welcoming café, fostering community interaction within the natural landscape of Reykjah.

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Charred Wood Cladding and Glass Facades Enhancing Exhibition Spaces in a Sustainable Center

Charred Wood Cladding and Glass Facades Enhancing Exhibition Spaces in a Sustainable Center

Ricardo Rodriguez Huerta, Rasan Taher, Ahnaf Chowdhury

Incorporating charred wood cladding and expansive glass facades, this exhibition center enhances visitor interaction while prioritizing sustainability through adaptable spaces for diverse events.

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Circular Lookouts and Tan Tones in a Northern Icelandic Eco-Center

Circular Lookouts and Tan Tones in a Northern Icelandic Eco-Center

Barbara Cadena hermosillo, Elizabeth Compeán michel

The design incorporates circular lookouts and a subtle palette of tan tones, creating a harmonious connection to the Mývatn landscape while serving as an ecological education center and cultural space.

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Private Courtyards and Solar Panels in Desert Lodges

Private Courtyards and Solar Panels in Desert Lodges

Omar Bin eid, Raafat Abu hamra, Shadi Chaar, Imad Kayyali

Set in the desert, the design incorporates private courtyards and solar panels to create a sustainable retreat offering diverse lodging options for guests.

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Emerging From Lava: A Ground-Level Visitor Center Embracing Natural Terrain

Emerging From Lava: A Ground-Level Visitor Center Embracing Natural Terrain

Emmanouil Marakakis, Chaido Kaproulia

Rising from the unique lava formations, the visitor center's ground-emerging design encourages local flora to thrive above while providing essential services and information for visitors.

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Burnt Wood Forms Central Courtyard in Volcanic Lava Fields Visitor Center

Burnt Wood Forms Central Courtyard in Volcanic Lava Fields Visitor Center

Kaikang Shen, Daya Zhang

Set within the volcanic lava fields of Dimmuborgir, the visitor center showcases a central courtyard framed by burnt wood and cross-laminated timber, creating a distinctive space for education and reflection amidst Iceland's unique geological landscape.

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Lava Stone Structure With Geothermal Efficiency in Volcanic Landscape

Lava Stone Structure With Geothermal Efficiency in Volcanic Landscape

Jeff Vandeberg, Tao Kostman

Constructed from lava stone and designed for geothermal efficiency, the center provides an essential educational resource for visitors exploring the unique volcanic landscape of Iceland.

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Natural Slate and CLT Integration Elevates Community Space Amidst Volcanic Landscapes

Natural Slate and CLT Integration Elevates Community Space Amidst Volcanic Landscapes

Anastasiia Shevchenko, Yana Bas, Mykyta Lytvynenko

Set against a dramatic landscape of a lava field, the integration of natural slate and CLT creates a community hub that offers diverse recreational and educational experiences for visitors.

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Pine Log Integration with Wooden Shingles in a Visitor Center Setting

Pine Log Integration with Wooden Shingles in a Visitor Center Setting

Natchai Suwannapruk, Krit Thienvutichai

Incorporating locally sourced pine logs and wooden shingles, the visitor center blends with the natural landscape of Kemeri National Park to provide a functional space for education and exploration of the region’s unique bog terrain.

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Charred Wood Walls Framing Community Oasis in Kemeri Bog

Charred Wood Walls Framing Community Oasis in Kemeri Bog

Frederick Biehle, Erika Hinrichs, Anna Oldakowski

Charred wood walls create a striking visual contrast against the natural landscape, framing an inviting visitor center that serves as a hub for education and community interaction in the Kemeri Bog.

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MULTI-USE MODULAR LAYOUT FOR CONTEMPORARY LIVING

Nicholas Harald Hartman

Located in Dubai, ONE explores modular residential design as a strategy for flexible, community-oriented urban living. The project integrates public and private spaces with sustainable systems and material choices, responding to both environmental conditions and social needs.

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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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Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Anique Azhar Shore Ahad Ayaz

The residence uses local earth cladding and a ventilated mesh screen to improve thermal efficiency and create a family-friendly living space.

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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Mason Miles

An elevated timber structure in the marshlands of South Dakota functions as a community center, incorporating natural illumination and a glazed corridor to facilitate education and public interaction.

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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 Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

Brandon Bergem

Translucent polycarbonate and timber are employed to construct communal areas that encourage interaction and contemplation within the prairie environment.

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A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

Manuel Villalain Gonzalez, Pedro Xavier Martins Silva, Hazem Elshafei, Hazem Mosad Mohamed

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and compressed earth blocks, the design fosters a central courtyard that enhances environmental comfort while providing a flexible living space suited for modern families.

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The Spiraling Observation Tower

Karolina Domanska

The design responds to the need for enhanced interaction between visitors and the surrounding natural environment by providing elevated observation points within a wetland setting. It integrates with the existing trail system to support wildlife viewing and outdoor recreation.

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Search results for: “Drop-off”

17 projects found:

Compacted Functional Spaces With Birch and Cellulose in a Northern Community Design

Twisted Volumes Overlooking The Continental Divide

Terraced Green Spaces with Secure Accessibility Ramp and Community Integration

Elliptical Visitor Center Integrating Photovoltaic Glass and Natural Timber in the Dimmuborgir Lava Fields

Concrete Shelters Surrounded By Natural Light With Geothermal Heating

Volcanic Stone Cladding and Glass Viewpoints Enriching Educational Experience

Green Roofed Center Integrating Concrete and Steel with Panoramic Landscape Views

Gabion and Driftwood Structure Emphasizing Community Engagement

Charred Wood Cladding and Glass Facades Enhancing Exhibition Spaces in a Sustainable Center

Circular Lookouts and Tan Tones in a Northern Icelandic Eco-Center

Private Courtyards and Solar Panels in Desert Lodges

Emerging From Lava: A Ground-Level Visitor Center Embracing Natural Terrain

Burnt Wood Forms Central Courtyard in Volcanic Lava Fields Visitor Center

Lava Stone Structure With Geothermal Efficiency in Volcanic Landscape

Natural Slate and CLT Integration Elevates Community Space Amidst Volcanic Landscapes

Pine Log Integration with Wooden Shingles in a Visitor Center Setting

Charred Wood Walls Framing Community Oasis in Kemeri Bog

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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

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

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

The Spiraling Observation Tower

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