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Volcanic Stone Café Integrated with Earth-Sheltering Techniques for Sustainable Visitor Experience
Volcanic Stone Café Integrated with Earth-Sheltering Techniques for Sustainable Visitor Experience
Qian Zhang, Zhilei Xu, Jue Wang, Xianzhe Cheng, Zhilei Xu, Jue Wang, Xianzhe Cheng
Emerging from the volcanic landscape, a coffee shop uses local stone and earth-sheltering techniques to create an immersive visitor experience while promoting awareness of the surrounding natural environment.
iceland coffee shop volcano sustainability visitor center earth-sheltering local materials education landscape social space
Gabion Walls and Earth Integration in Sustainable Living Spaces in Iceland
Gabion Walls and Earth Integration in Sustainable Living Spaces in Iceland
Ebrar Eke, Seyit Koyuncu, Erman Eskikoy
Crafted with gabion walls and earth integration, this sustainable living space in Iceland offers panoramic views of the northern lights while providing flexible accommodation for visitors.
iceland accommodation sustainable earth-sheltered communal landscape modular views cabins local materials
Earth-Sheltered Pavilion Constructed From Volcanic Rock and Cedar for Cultural Engagement
Earth-Sheltered Pavilion Constructed From Volcanic Rock and Cedar for Cultural Engagement
Pablo Valladares
Constructed with volcanic rock and covered by a landscaped earth roof, the pavilion seamlessly integrates with its rugged Icelandic surroundings while serving as a versatile space for film and cultural exhibitions.
iceland pavilion film cultural nature exhibition community theater landscaping environment
Natural Insulation and Local Aggregate Enhance Underground Visitor Center Experience
Natural Insulation and Local Aggregate Enhance Underground Visitor Center Experience
Tyler Harris
Earth-sheltered construction utilizing local aggregate and birch finishes creates a seamless connection to the geothermal landscape, offering visitors an educational and immersive experience in a thoughtfully designed center.
iceland visitor center sustainability geothermal concrete timber landscape education cafe outdoor
Earth-Sheltered Design Emphasizing Concrete and Glass for Volcanology Education
Earth-Sheltered Design Emphasizing Concrete and Glass for Volcanology Education
Maple Lin
With its earth-sheltered design utilizing concrete and large glass panels, the museum enhances the educational experience of volcanology while seamlessly integrating with the surrounding landscape.
iceland museum volcano educational cultural concrete glass landscape exhibition sustainability
Earth-Sheltered Cabins Constructed With Triangular Wooden Framework and Natural Stone Elements
Earth-Sheltered Cabins Constructed With Triangular Wooden Framework and Natural Stone Elements
Talita suelen Assunção, Ana paula pavelski Mello, Tiago José Aleixo, Arthur Ribas Souza
Constructed with a distinctive triangular prism shape and partially buried for thermal efficiency, the cabins utilize local timber and natural stone to create a secluded retreat space that fosters meditation and reflection.
forest cabins meditation sustainability retreat nature privacy northern local wood
Earth-Sheltered Shrine Constructed with Thick Brick and Natural Thatched Roof for Communal Reflection
Earth-Sheltered Shrine Constructed with Thick Brick and Natural Thatched Roof for Communal Reflection
PIERRE FONSECA, LOIC LEMERCIER, CARLA CAUSSE, JULIEN PIDANCIER
Constructed with thick brick and a natural thatched roof, the earth-sheltered shrine creates a contemplative space that seamlessly blends community and meditation within a holistic architectural environment.
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Earth-Sheltered Residence Constructed with Turf and High-Performance Glass for Enhanced Thermal Comfort
Earth-Sheltered Residence Constructed with Turf and High-Performance Glass for Enhanced Thermal Comfort
Felipe Gallego Lopez, Valentina Agudelo Velez
Constructed with earth-sheltered techniques and high-performance glass, this residence integrates traditional turf materials to optimize thermal efficiency while serving as a modern living space in the Icelandic landscape.
iceland residential turf sustainable communal insulation thermal local nature modern
Earth-Sheltered Structure With Recycled Lumber and Green Walls Designed for Community Engagement
Earth-Sheltered Structure With Recycled Lumber and Green Walls Designed for Community Engagement
Selim Vural, Efecan Zeybek, Clara Comaita
Constructed with recycled lumber and integrated green walls, the earth-sheltered observation tower enhances the natural landscape while serving as a focal point for community interaction and ecological awareness.
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Earth-Sheltered Retreat With Reflective Glass and Natural Planters
Earth-Sheltered Retreat With Reflective Glass and Natural Planters
Sergio Homsy, Gabriel Andrea, Karim jo Samaha
Reflective glass and earth-sheltered construction converge in a sustainable cabin that harmonizes with its Latvian woodland setting, offering a functional retreat while minimizing environmental impact.
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Rammed Earth Structures Harmonizing With Olive Groves Through Green Terracing
Rammed Earth Structures Harmonizing With Olive Groves Through Green Terracing
Delia Maguire, Nathan Power
Integrating rammed earth structures with green terracing amidst olive groves creates a sustainable retreat designed for artists, fostering both individual creativity and community collaboration.
rural hostel residences workshops sustainability olive retreat community rammed earth corten steel
Turf Roof Structure Integrating Sustainable Concrete and Wood for Community Engagement
Turf Roof Structure Integrating Sustainable Concrete and Wood for Community Engagement
Marcelo Ramos soto
Utilizing a turf roof and a mix of sustainable concrete and wood, the design establishes a functional space for community engagement while seamlessly integrating into the volcanic Icelandic landscape.
iceland exhibition coffee information sustainability community turf concrete wood accessibility
Mirrored Surfaces and Earth-Sheltering Techniques Enhance Wine Tasting Experience in a Hillside Pavilion
Mirrored Surfaces and Earth-Sheltering Techniques Enhance Wine Tasting Experience in a Hillside Pavilion
Alexandra diana Dunel, Alexandra diana Stan, Andreea diana Marin, Dorian andrei Carlig
Utilizing earth-sheltering techniques and mirrored surfaces, the hillside pavilion integrates seamlessly with its landscape to provide a focused environment for wine tasting experiences.
vineyard pavilion tasting concrete glass wood hillside sustainability landscape outdoor
Earth-Sheltered Longhouse Crafted From Volcanic Ash Concrete and Cross-Laminated Timber
Earth-Sheltered Longhouse Crafted From Volcanic Ash Concrete and Cross-Laminated Timber
Ana Belčič, Klara Prošek
Crafted from volcanic ash concrete and cross-laminated timber, the sunken longhouse integrates seamlessly into the Icelandic landscape while providing communal living spaces designed for social interaction and relaxation.
iceland communal living sustainability kitchen timber concrete recreation nature viking
Earth-Sheltered Lodges with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles in an Icelandic Landscape
Earth-Sheltered Lodges with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles in an Icelandic Landscape
Sinead Lim, Campbell Weddell
Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, the design merges seamlessly with the Icelandic landscape while providing multifunctional lodges for visitors to experience the Northern Lights.
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Earth-Sheltered Residences with Reinforced Concrete and Blast-Resistant Glazing for Enhanced Community Resilience
Earth-Sheltered Residences with Reinforced Concrete and Blast-Resistant Glazing for Enhanced Community Resilience
Bryan Najim Heidmous
Incorporating reinforced concrete combined with earth sheltering, the design maximizes safety and energy efficiency, creating resilient housing solutions within a community-focused framework.
kharkiv housing community modular safety sustainability residential public urban ukraine
Curvilinear Glass Facade With Earth-Sheltered Design Reinforcing Community Spaces
Curvilinear Glass Facade With Earth-Sheltered Design Reinforcing Community Spaces
Eszter Simon, Fanni Föglein, Eszter Anna Cservenka
Curvilinear forms and a U-profiled glass facade define a sustainable lodge that integrates earth-sheltered construction with communal spaces for skiers.
iceland lodge ski communal sustainability green turf glass concrete landscape
Cylindrical Home Embracing Traditional Weaving Through Natural Clay and Timber Elements
Cylindrical Home Embracing Traditional Weaving Through Natural Clay and Timber Elements
Hesham Younis
Rooted in traditional weaving techniques, the cylindrical structure utilizes natural clay and timber to create a sustainable living space that fosters community and connection in a desert environment.
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