A dual-structured design incorporating reflective aluminum panels and local stone offers visitors a seamless experience of Iceland's unique landscape while serving as an informative center for geological exploration.
Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.
Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.
Sofya Smirnova
Marianna-janika Gontšar
Oksana Karula
Endri Soomere
The Kolka Cabin is a contemporary yoga retreat designed with sustainability, community, and mindfulness at its core. Located in a forested setting near Cape Kolka, the structure serves as both a yoga studio and a communal gathering space.
The project intertwines spatial complexity with social purpose, offering a network of public spaces that foster collective engagement, reflection, and dialogue.
Verena Hornig,Javid Alibhai,Malika Butt,Ola-ife Ojo
Elevated above the forest floor by a cable system, this cabin utilizes bark shingles and light shafts to create a harmonious living space that fosters connection with nature and promotes introspection.
Emphasizing the use of lava rock panels and abundant natural light, the museum provides an immersive exploration of Iceland's volcanic heritage and geological history.
Situated in a remote and climatically challenging environment, the design responds to the need for shelter and communal space within a rugged natural landscape. The approach reflects regional building traditions while addressing functional requirements for comfort and protection.
Conceived as a lightweight, modular reading room, the project offers a serene and accessible environment that encourages literary exploration while fostering meaningful interactions with the natural and built surroundings.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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