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Shadow Play and Glass Façades Enhance Living Experience in a Natural Setting
Shadow Play and Glass Façades Enhance Living Experience in a Natural Setting
Sofiia Trybakova
With its fluid glass façades that delicately frame the ever-shifting patterns of light and shadow, the design seamlessly integrates natural elements to create a reflective residential space within a serene forest setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Unified Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Unified Community Space
Dilber Uğur
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design harmoniously blends with its surroundings to create a vibrant community space focused on fostering social interaction and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles And Laminated Timber Frame Within A Serene Vineyard Setting
Charred Wooden Shingles And Laminated Timber Frame Within A Serene Vineyard Setting
Sulev Nurme
Characterized by charred wooden shingles and a framework of laminated timber, the design seamlessly integrates into its vineyard surroundings while providing an inviting space for wine tasting and relaxation.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaics Harmonizing with Lakeside Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaics Harmonizing with Lakeside Living
Joe Ingea
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and integrated photovoltaic panels, the lakeside residence seamlessly blends sustainable living with artistic workspace functionality, enhancing the natural landscape while providing a nurturing environment for creativity.
latvia residential workshop sustainable lake ecological creative landscape wood greenery
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Embracing Volcanic Views in a Community Café
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Embracing Volcanic Views in a Community Café
Yanqi Feng, Lang Lin, Yue Zhang
Nestled at the foot of Hverfjall Volcano, the use of cross-laminated timber panels harmonizes with large glass façades, offering breathtaking views while serving as a community café that fosters connection with the surrounding landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enhance A Sustainable Inverted Pyramid Retreat in Latvia
Charred Wooden Shingles Enhance A Sustainable Inverted Pyramid Retreat in Latvia
Ramsey Robinson
With its charred wooden shingles and distinctive inverted pyramid shape, the retreat in Latvia seamlessly blends modern design with sustainable materials, providing an inviting space for community engagement and leisure.
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Geothermal Greenhouse Integration with Glass Facades and Local Stone for Sustainable Dining
Geothermal Greenhouse Integration with Glass Facades and Local Stone for Sustainable Dining
Fan Liu, Hao Chang, Sharon Zhou
Incorporating geothermal energy and local stone within a sloped design, this innovative greenhouse restaurant redefines sustainable dining by creating an immersive connection between food production and culinary experience.
iceland restaurant greenhouse sustainability local agriculture community dining food nature
Geothermal Heating and Glulam Columns Enhance Eco-Friendly Community Space
Geothermal Heating and Glulam Columns Enhance Eco-Friendly Community Space
Ho wing Tam, Nicole Law, Troy Vimalasatya rahardja, Adel Wahab
Constructed with glulam columns and leveraging geothermal heating, the design embodies an ecological philosophy that fosters community engagement through a versatile space for recreation and social interaction.
iceland greenhouse community recreation sustainability hospitality geothermal nature cultural ecological
Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Energy Create a Harmonious Dining Experience in the Icelandic Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Energy Create a Harmonious Dining Experience in the Icelandic Landscape
Rainer Urban
With its charred wooden shingles and a green roof that seamlessly integrates into the volcanic landscape, the restaurant offers a unique dining experience enriched by an on-site greenhouse and geothermal energy, celebrating local ingredients and community engagement.
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Curvilinear Structure with Stone and Timber Cladding Embracing Vineyard Serenity
Curvilinear Structure with Stone and Timber Cladding Embracing Vineyard Serenity
Jerome Lecat
Emphasizing a curvilinear form and the use of natural stone and timber cladding, the design beautifully integrates with the vineyard landscape to create a serene retreat for wine enthusiasts.
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Assisi Stone and Recycled Steel Harmonize in Eco-Friendly Retreat Design
Assisi Stone and Recycled Steel Harmonize in Eco-Friendly Retreat Design
Khaled Abou taam
A harmonious blend of Assisi stone and recycled steel defines a sustainable retreat that seamlessly integrates contemporary design with the stunning Umbrian landscape, providing a unique destination for wine tasting and community gatherings.
italy hospitality wine tasting gathering sustainability design nature umbrian community
Buoyant Shelter Crafted from Polycarbonate Panels and Natural Timber Emphasizing Sustainable Living
Buoyant Shelter Crafted from Polycarbonate Panels and Natural Timber Emphasizing Sustainable Living
Claudio Arce, Mario Quiroz, Esperanza Gebrie, Ignacio Inostroza
Crafted with buoyant floats and transparent polycarbonate panels, this shelter merges sustainable living with innovative design in a circular form that harmonizes with its natural water setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Permeable Surfaces Redefine Urban Living Within Sustainable Community Framework
Charred Wooden Shingles and Permeable Surfaces Redefine Urban Living Within Sustainable Community Framework
Jacob Weiner, Jonathan Walch, Gabriel Monterossa, John Paris
With the innovative use of charred wooden shingles and permeable paving, the design weaves urban agriculture and community interaction into its core, creating a self-sufficient environment that fosters sustainable living.
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Bioclimatic Design With Green Roofs and Laminated Timber for Coastal Resilience
Bioclimatic Design With Green Roofs and Laminated Timber for Coastal Resilience
Jessica Ho
Sustainably crafted with laminated timber and a vibrant green roof, this coastal residence adapts to its environment while providing a resilient living space for its inhabitants.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape A Community-Focused Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape A Community-Focused Hub
Hunter Bater, Sareh Saeidi, Julia Trachternach
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels establish a warm, inviting presence for a community hub designed to foster social interaction and environmental engagement.
community hub sustainability wood concrete flexible gathering landscape local environment
Charred Wooden Shingles and Locally Sourced Timber Create a Natural Escape Along the Venta River
Charred Wooden Shingles and Locally Sourced Timber Create a Natural Escape Along the Venta River
Tobias Keller, Stefan Scheid
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and locally sourced timber, this architectural retreat seamlessly integrates with the Venta River landscape, offering a sustainable escape that encourages visitors to reconnect with nature.
latvia retreat cabins sustainability nature recreation timber landscape community ecology
Elliptical Sanctuary Crafted with Concrete and Natural Stone for Contemplation in Nature
Elliptical Sanctuary Crafted with Concrete and Natural Stone for Contemplation in Nature
Julien Brahic, Thibaut Brahic, Flore Gustin
An elliptical structure crafted from concrete and natural stone emerges harmoniously from its forested setting, inviting visitors to engage in contemplation and reflection within its serene environment.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Biophilic Design in a Sustainable Wellness Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Biophilic Design in a Sustainable Wellness Retreat
Dragos Pirvan, MIHAI PIRVAN
Charred wooden shingles envelop a biophilic design that harmoniously integrates wellness facilities with nature, creating a unique retreat focused on sustainability and community engagement.
sustainability wellness garden restaurant sauna natural education spa biotope italy
Permeable Facade with Mixed-Use Spaces and Steel Structure in Urban Housing Design
Permeable Facade with Mixed-Use Spaces and Steel Structure in Urban Housing Design
Jordan Bussiere
With a permeable facade that invites the outdoors in and a steel structure designed for flexibility, this mixed-use development in downtown Vancouver redefines urban living while enhancing community engagement through its thoughtfully integrated residential and commercial spaces.
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Sustainable Living Space with Living Green Walls and Modular Steel Framework
Sustainable Living Space with Living Green Walls and Modular Steel Framework
Emmanuel Suárez, Juan manuel Blanco peralta, Ignacio Tarda
With its hexagonal modules, transparent glass façades, and living green walls, this architectural design creates a harmonious blend of community-focused spaces and sustainable living environments.
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