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Calacatta Marble Facade and Modular Elements Enhance Family Living in a Sustainable Residence
Calacatta Marble Facade and Modular Elements Enhance Family Living in a Sustainable Residence
Costanza Guarducci, Giuseppe Di Lorenzo
With its polished Calacatta marble façade and modular design that embraces sustainable living, the residence redefines family spaces while echoing traditional Emirati elements.
emirates residential family modern sustainable luxury cultural modular community living
CNC-Cut Screens and Galvanized Steel Create an Inviting Emirati Home with Sustainable Design Features
CNC-Cut Screens and Galvanized Steel Create an Inviting Emirati Home with Sustainable Design Features
Baha' Aldeen Amin Daoud Alebeisat
CNC-cut architectural screens and sleek galvanized steel form an inviting retreat that seamlessly integrates modern sustainability with traditional Emirati hospitality in a familial home.
uae residential hospitality family sustainability cultural modernism courtyard materiality community
Geometric Patterns and Coral Stone Shape a Sustainable Family Residence in the Heart of Dubai
Geometric Patterns and Coral Stone Shape a Sustainable Family Residence in the Heart of Dubai
Abdulaziz Khalid A Al Tayyash, Yazeed Mohammedamer M Arafah, Batool Sami Khazal Aljasim Al Jasim, Najmuddin Khan
Intricate geometric patterns woven into the coral stone façade enhance natural ventilation and create a harmonious balance between tradition and modern living in this sustainable family residence.
dubai residential sustainable courtyard ventilation coral community family modern emirati
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs in a Sustainable Family Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs in a Sustainable Family Residence
Ruchi Chowdhary
Charred wooden shingles envelop a residence crowned with a lush green roof, combining heritage elements with contemporary sustainability to create a comfortable family home in the heart of Dubai.
dubai residential sustainability modern traditional community technology innovation family outdoor
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Integration in a Family-Focused Emirati Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Integration in a Family-Focused Emirati Residence
Sahar Darwich
Integrating charred wooden shingles with solar energy solutions, the residence redefines family-oriented living in the Emirates by harmonizing traditional design elements with contemporary functionality.
emirates residential sustainable family modern courtyard landscaping outdoor living materials
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Envelop a Modern Family Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Envelop a Modern Family Residence
Parminder Bal, Jake william Worrall, Lady moira l Barcenilla
Embodying a harmonious blend of charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this residence creates a modern sanctuary that nurtures family connections while thoughtfully integrating traditional Emirati design elements.
uae housing family sustainability community modern timber cultural living private
Sustainable Home Featuring Recycled Palm Fronds and Solar Glass Embracing UAE Heritage
Sustainable Home Featuring Recycled Palm Fronds and Solar Glass Embracing UAE Heritage
Maha Anber, Mostafa Magdy Mohamed Abdelaleem Elsayed Afifi, Abualhassan Muhamed Abualhassan Muhamed, Hesham Abdelwahab Mohamed Ibrahim, Omar Elshahawi Elshahawi Abdelmajeed
Utilizing recycled palm fronds and solar glass, the design harmonizes modern sustainability with traditional Emirati motifs to create a welcoming family home that doubles as a unique mini hotel.
dubai mini hotel family sustainability cultural residential landscape living modern community
Geothermal Home Featuring Mineral Bricks and a Cultural Gathering Space
Geothermal Home Featuring Mineral Bricks and a Cultural Gathering Space
Anas Pasha
A geothermal residence constructed with mineral bricks and designed to encourage communal gatherings reflects the essence of modern Emirati living while seamlessly blending sustainability with everyday family functionality.
uae residential sustainability community family modern living cultural home privacy
Rammed Earth Construction with Iroko Wood Accents for Sustainable Urban Living
Rammed Earth Construction with Iroko Wood Accents for Sustainable Urban Living
Uri Michael, Sean Mihael
Incorporating rammed earth construction and Iroko wood accents, this residential development redefines sustainable living by seamlessly blending traditional materials with modern functionality in an urban environment.
dubai residential sustainability community innovation courtyard ventilation modular outdoor privacy
Latticework Facades with Limestone and Vertical Gardens in Sustainable Family Living Space
Latticework Facades with Limestone and Vertical Gardens in Sustainable Family Living Space
Farha Aref Abdelgawad Mohamed Ahmed Said, Heba Mohamed Moustafa Ibrahim Hassan, Hagar Yousry Mohamed Saleh Mohamed, Omar Ibrahim Mohamed Abdrabou Mohamed, Nourhane El haridi
With its intricate mashrabiya facades, natural limestone, and vertical gardens, the design creates a harmonious balance between modern living and cultural heritage, providing a sustainable family home that thrives in its environment.
uae residential sustainable courtyard family ghaf privacy local modern cultural
Family residence featuring movable wall systems and natural ventilation solutions in sustainable materials
Family residence featuring movable wall systems and natural ventilation solutions in sustainable materials
Hany Ibrahim, Rana Hany Maher Khalil
This family residence harmoniously integrates movable wall systems and natural ventilation strategies within a thoughtfully designed environment that reflects Emirati cultural values and employs sustainable materials for a distinctive living experience.
uae family residence modern sustainable cultural heritage flexibility private home landscape integration community adaptive spaces
Cross-Laminated Timber Residence with Coral Plaster Facade and Vertical Gardens
Cross-Laminated Timber Residence with Coral Plaster Facade and Vertical Gardens
Marcin Andrzej Kitala, MichaŁ SpÓlnik
Constructed with cross-laminated timber panels and adorned with a coral plaster facade, the residence incorporates vertical gardens that enhance its sustainability while serving as a flexible family home.
uae residential sustainability modular culture community garden ventilation materials flexibility
Ghaf Tree Inspired Courtyard Home With Sustainable Wood Cladding and Energy-Efficient Design
Ghaf Tree Inspired Courtyard Home With Sustainable Wood Cladding and Energy-Efficient Design
Shamma Al shamsi, Alyaa Al ghufli, Mariam Alremeithi, Sara Al alawi
Drawing inspiration from the traditional Ghaf tree, the design integrates a central courtyard that fosters community interaction while showcasing a unique blend of sustainable wood cladding and energy-efficient features in a modern family home.
uae residential villa sustainability community courtyard family cultural outdoor nature
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