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Translucent Glass and Basalt Cladding Define a Sustainable Café Embedding in Volcanic Terrain
Translucent Glass and Basalt Cladding Define a Sustainable Café Embedding in Volcanic Terrain
Solange El hoyek, Claude El haddad
Translucent glass mingles with locally sourced basalt cladding in a café designed to harmonize with the volcanic landscape, inviting visitors to connect with nature while enjoying a comfortable retreat.
iceland coffee caf hverfjall sustainability volcano tourism landscape exhibition geothermal
Vertical Garden Within A Double Helix Structure Using Lava Bricks
Vertical Garden Within A Double Helix Structure Using Lava Bricks
Betsalel Fogel, Andrea Capra, Federica Masia
A double helix structure crafted from local lava bricks seamlessly intertwines with a vibrant vertical garden, creating an educational space that fosters community engagement in Iceland's stunning volcanic landscape.
iceland exhibition community sustainability education volcano public space greenery local materials accessibility
Concrete Forms Embedded in Green Landscapes for Reflective Remembrance
Concrete Forms Embedded in Green Landscapes for Reflective Remembrance
Georgia Sa
Emerging from a seamless blend of heavy concrete forms and soft greenery, this memorial invites contemplation and emotional resonance while honoring the stories of past atrocities.
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Natural Light and Reclaimed Wood Create a Biophilic Community Hub Near a Volcano
Natural Light and Reclaimed Wood Create a Biophilic Community Hub Near a Volcano
Elena Prislonova, Anastasia Raudina
With its expansive glass facades and use of reclaimed wood, this community hub near the Heyfjall Volcano seamlessly merges indoor greenery and outdoor landscapes, creating a welcoming space for picnics and social gatherings year-round.
iceland community greenhouse recreation sustainability gathering nature outdoor flexibility local
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Blending Seamlessly Into Mývatn’s Hillside With Sustainable Design
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Blending Seamlessly Into Mývatn’s Hillside With Sustainable Design
Yehiel Tsubery
Nestled into the rolling hills of Mývatn, charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels define a building designed to harmonize with nature while serving as a vital community hub for education and environmental research.
iceland community sustainability tourism education research greenhouse ecology environment local
Geothermal Sanctuary Crafted with Glu-Lam Timber and Integrated Green Roofs
Geothermal Sanctuary Crafted with Glu-Lam Timber and Integrated Green Roofs
Matthew Pratt
Crafted from glu-lam timber and topped with an integrated green roof, this sustainable architectural gem seamlessly blends with its geothermal surroundings while serving as a vibrant hub for community engagement and education.
iceland community tourism education geothermal sustainability timber views public interactive
Canopy Structure Crafted From Lightweight Concrete and Expansive Glass Facades Promoting Ecological Awareness
Canopy Structure Crafted From Lightweight Concrete and Expansive Glass Facades Promoting Ecological Awareness
Nebojsa Jakica
Crafted with lightweight concrete and expansive glass facades, the design seamlessly connects visitors to the surrounding wetlands while fostering ecological education through its innovative spaces.
flamingo visitor center sustainability education community wetland caf exhibit natural
Biomimetic Design with Metal Cladding and Organic Forms for Ecological Learning Center
Biomimetic Design with Metal Cladding and Organic Forms for Ecological Learning Center
Konstantin Komarov
Inspired by the graceful forms of flamingos, the center employs biomimetic design elements and metal cladding to create a welcoming educational hub that fosters a deeper understanding of local ecology.
abu dhabi visitor center flamingo education exhibition caf wetlands ecology community
Geothermal Pavilion with Spiral Paths and Natural Lava Walls for Educational Exploration
Geothermal Pavilion with Spiral Paths and Natural Lava Walls for Educational Exploration
Anna Weber, Peter Tschada, Océane Reveillac, Helena Rafalsky
Nestled within a volcanic landscape, the educational hub uniquely showcases natural lava walls and geothermal energy, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in Iceland's geological history.
iceland museum volcano education geology exhibition sustainability community landscape energy
Gabion Walls and Reclaimed Wood Unite in an Eco-Conscious Community Space
Gabion Walls and Reclaimed Wood Unite in an Eco-Conscious Community Space
Julia Barashkov
Crafted from locally sourced gabion walls and embraced by reclaimed wood, the facility seamlessly blends into the stunning Dimmuborgir landscape while serving as a vibrant community hub for engagement and sustainability.
iceland community facility sustainability winter garden caf gabion reclaimed education
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping a Volcanic-Inspired Coffee Facility
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping a Volcanic-Inspired Coffee Facility
Aleksandar Makaric
Enveloped in charred wooden shingles and inspired by the region's volcanic landscape, the facility serves as a dynamic hub for coffee production and community engagement.
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Living Moss Interiors and Volcanic Ash Flooring in a Community-Centric Space
Living Moss Interiors and Volcanic Ash Flooring in a Community-Centric Space
Karen Harding, Jeb Beresford, Victoria Bartlett
With living moss interiors and volcanic ash flooring, the design transforms a once-barren volcanic landscape into a vibrant community hub that fosters ecological regeneration and human connection.
iceland nature sustainability community education rejuvenation ecology volcanic landscape restoration
Community greenhouse featuring charred wood cladding and sustainable agricultural practices in a volcanic landscape
Community greenhouse featuring charred wood cladding and sustainable agricultural practices in a volcanic landscape
Sini Kamppari
Nestled near Lake Mývatn, this community greenhouse uniquely combines the use of charred wood cladding and eco-friendly materials to create a multifunctional space that harmonizes with the local volcanic landscape while promoting sustainable agriculture and community interaction.
iceland community greenhouse sustainability education agriculture wellness nature renewable materials ecological
Corten Steel Facade and Geothermal Efficiency in a Sustainable Greenhouse Design
Corten Steel Facade and Geothermal Efficiency in a Sustainable Greenhouse Design
Maksim Matveev, Daria Matveeva, Oleg Kovalev, Baurzhan Ospanov
With a distinctive Corten steel facade that seamlessly integrates geothermal heating solutions, this sustainable greenhouse exemplifies a new model for agricultural spaces while inviting community engagement and education.
iceland greenhouse sustainable agriculture ecotourism community educational hydroponics crops environmental
Basalt-Clad Observation Tower Integrating Natural Light and Geothermal Terrain
Basalt-Clad Observation Tower Integrating Natural Light and Geothermal Terrain
Harrison Burton
Clad in locally sourced basalt, the observation tower elegantly integrates natural light and geological stability while offering a thoughtful space for visitor engagement with the geothermal landscape.
iceland watchtower tourism geothermal landmark sustainability contemplation nature grjtagj caf
Curved Glass Canopy and Carbon Fiber Structure Enhancing Community Engagement in a Desert Habitat
Curved Glass Canopy and Carbon Fiber Structure Enhancing Community Engagement in a Desert Habitat
Ziyu Guo
The flowing lines of a curved glass canopy combined with a lightweight carbon fiber structure redefine the visitor experience in Abu Dhabi's wetlands, seamlessly blending educational spaces with the natural landscape.
abu dhabi visitor center wetland sustainability education nature environment community ecology
Timber-Clad Structure With Undulating Form Overlooking Wetlands for Wildlife Observation
Timber-Clad Structure With Undulating Form Overlooking Wetlands for Wildlife Observation
Lingke Zhang, Shubo Wei, Yi Jiang
The undulating timber-clad form rises gracefully above the wetlands, creating a thoughtful space for wildlife observation while seamlessly blending into its natural surroundings.
wetlands observation sustainability community education nature information caf gallery teak
Charred Wood and Lexan Elevate an Eco-Friendly Observation Space Overlooking Nature
Charred Wood and Lexan Elevate an Eco-Friendly Observation Space Overlooking Nature
Leonid Emdin
Crafted with charred wood and transparent Lexan, the observation tower seamlessly integrates into its natural surroundings while offering expansive views and serving as a community-focused space for visitors to connect with the rich landscape.
kurgi tower observation eco-friendly community public residential wood sustainability nature
Lava Flow-Inspired Design Featuring Translucent Glass and Local Stone for a Geological Learning Hub
Lava Flow-Inspired Design Featuring Translucent Glass and Local Stone for a Geological Learning Hub
Ekaterina Voronova, Alexander Simonov
Translucent glass façades echo the natural flow of lava, while robust concrete and local stone create a tactile connection to Iceland's geological history, all serving as a captivating backdrop for an educational museum dedicated to volcanic phenomena.
iceland museum volcano education cultural exhibition geology community environment innovation
Hexagonal Facade and Natural Ventilation Create a Sustainable Educational Center in a Volcanic Landscape
Hexagonal Facade and Natural Ventilation Create a Sustainable Educational Center in a Volcanic Landscape
Mekemta Jodel bismarc, Takam kenmogne Sidoine constant
With a self-supporting structure that mimics the flow of lava and a hexagonal facade made from local stone and stainless steel, the center serves as an engaging educational hub focused on Iceland's volcanic heritage and environmental sustainability.
iceland cultural center sustainability education volcanic exhibition community local materials environment nature
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