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Elderly Living Community Featuring Local Stone and Green Roofing Solutions
Elderly Living Community Featuring Local Stone and Green Roofing Solutions
William Benjamin, Steven Buenas
Nestled within the picturesque vineyards of Portugal, this meticulously designed elderly living community combines local stone craftsmanship and green roofing to foster a vibrant, accessible environment that emphasizes social interaction and connection to nature.
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Elderly living facility with cross-laminated timber panels and integrated natural landscapes
Elderly living facility with cross-laminated timber panels and integrated natural landscapes
Li Li
Nestled on a scenic hillside, this elderly living facility uniquely combines cross-laminated timber panels and a central communal courtyard, fostering a harmonious balance between modern design and natural surroundings.
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Terraced Community Haven Featuring Metal Cladding and Natural Wood Elements
Terraced Community Haven Featuring Metal Cladding and Natural Wood Elements
Camila Silvera, Giuliana Panizza
Cantilevered terraces blend seamlessly with the natural landscape, while the interplay of metal cladding and warm wood elements creates a nurturing environment for an elderly community home.
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Terraced Design Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles for Enhanced Elderly Care
Terraced Design Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles for Enhanced Elderly Care
Zubin Mehta
Combining charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the facility's terraced design creates inviting green spaces that promote well-being and community among elderly residents.
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Healing Garden With Sustainable Timber And Natural Light in Senior Living Environment
Healing Garden With Sustainable Timber And Natural Light in Senior Living Environment
Liam Fujita, Mathieu Howard
Emphasizing a healing garden and the warmth of cross-laminated timber panels, the elderly home in Portugal cultivates wellness and community, providing a supportive living environment for seniors.
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Natural Stone and Clay Tile Housing Designed for Senior Living Community
Natural Stone and Clay Tile Housing Designed for Senior Living Community
Ming yao Seet
Crafted from locally sourced clay tiles and indigenous stone, this elderly home seamlessly integrates shared gardens and inviting communal spaces to foster community connections while ensuring accessibility and comfort for its residents.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Elderly Home Embracing Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Elderly Home Embracing Nature
Noui Sara, Hugo Chassard, Charlotte Fontaine
Inspired by the warmth of charred wooden shingles and the structural integrity of cross-laminated timber, the design cultivates a nurturing environment for elderly residents while seamlessly blending with its natural surroundings.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Timber Panels Redefining Elderly Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Timber Panels Redefining Elderly Living Spaces
Sarah Hiravá
Emphasizing the warmth of charred wooden shingles and the resilience of sustainably sourced timber panels, this elderly living facility intertwines nature and community to create a nurturing environment for its residents.
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Curvilinear Community Spaces With Natural Ventilation and Eco-Friendly Green Roofs
Curvilinear Community Spaces With Natural Ventilation and Eco-Friendly Green Roofs
Naji Moujaes
Embracing curvilinear forms and expansive glass elements, the design seamlessly integrates a green roof that enhances sustainability while creating a vibrant community for elderly residents.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Limestone Facades Enhance Community Living in a Tranquil Setting
Charred Wooden Shingles and Limestone Facades Enhance Community Living in a Tranquil Setting
Martin Szumilas
With its distinctive charred wooden shingles and limestone facades, this elderly home fosters community and connection while providing a safe and serene environment for its residents.
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Elderly Community Living Designed with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Sustainable Practices
Elderly Community Living Designed with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Sustainable Practices
Yanis Newman-pache
This architectural endeavor blends community-focused elderly living with the warmth of cross-laminated timber panels, low-VOC materials, and sustainable features like rainwater harvesting, creating an inviting environment that nurtures both social interaction and individual comfort.
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Elderly living community featuring large glass facades and sustainable concrete elements
Elderly living community featuring large glass facades and sustainable concrete elements
Hanee Murtuza
This elderly living community thoughtfully integrates large glass facades, natural wood accents, and sustainable concrete structures within a serene landscape to create a welcoming environment that fosters connection and independence among residents.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enhancing Biophilic Living in Circular Senior Housing
Charred Wooden Shingles Enhancing Biophilic Living in Circular Senior Housing
Nini Ye
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and expansive glass façades, this circular living space fosters a strong connection with nature while providing a welcoming community for elderly residents.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Vast Natural Light in a Community-Oriented Senior Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vast Natural Light in a Community-Oriented Senior Residence
Gautam Bhatia
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and expansive glazing, the architecture creates a harmonious blend of private living and communal spaces designed to enhance the quality of life for its senior residents.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Brings Warmth to A Community-Focused Senior Living Space
Cross-Laminated Timber Brings Warmth to A Community-Focused Senior Living Space
Aleksandra Siciarz
Employing cross-laminated timber and expansive glass facades, this senior living facility seamlessly blends nature with contemporary design, providing a vibrant communal space that prioritizes well-being and social interaction.
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Harmonious Integration of Concrete and Wood in a Sustainable Elderly Residence
Harmonious Integration of Concrete and Wood in a Sustainable Elderly Residence
Siyuan tea Liu
Built from a harmonious blend of concrete and warm timber, this residential home strategically cascades along a hill, creating a vibrant community space designed to enhance the quality of life for its elderly residents.
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Braided Living Spaces Enhanced by Natural Stone and Sustainable Materials
Braided Living Spaces Enhanced by Natural Stone and Sustainable Materials
Madeline Engen, Carla Engen
Intertwined residential blocks crafted from natural stone and reinforced concrete create a supportive community setting that seamlessly balances independence and social engagement for elderly residents.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Stone Foundations Form a Sanctuary for Elderly Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Stone Foundations Form a Sanctuary for Elderly Living
Dario Romano
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and robust stone foundations, the residence is designed as a tranquil haven that fosters contemplation and community for its elderly inhabitants.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roof Creating Seamless Integration with Nature in Elderly Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roof Creating Seamless Integration with Nature in Elderly Living Spaces
Hassan Bacha, Antoine Saliba, Arta Nazari, Nineesh Kunnathudi
Emphasizing environmental sensitivity through charred wooden shingles and a lush green roof, this elderly residence seamlessly merges with its natural surroundings, fostering community engagement and comfort.
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Therapeutic Garden Spaces Enhanced by Local Flora and Sustainable Concrete in an Active Aging Facility
Therapeutic Garden Spaces Enhanced by Local Flora and Sustainable Concrete in an Active Aging Facility
Kristina Klimova
Enhanced by local flora and sustainable concrete, the design creates serene therapeutic garden spaces that support community interaction and well-being for the elderly.
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