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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Enhance Sustainable Urban Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Enhance Sustainable Urban Living
Ashvin De vos, Maria Cabanelas, Victoria Bellido
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a harmonious blend of sustainability and modern aesthetics, culminating in a vibrant community space that fosters connection and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Form a Sustainable Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Form a Sustainable Community Space
Jose carlos Menasalvas gijón, Cristina Jiménez lima
Employing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this thoughtfully designed space harmonizes with its environment to create a welcoming community hub that fosters interaction and sustainability.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping Flexible Spaces for Community Engagement
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping Flexible Spaces for Community Engagement
Tabita Jacobs, Sabrina Addicks
Charred wooden shingles create a textured façade that seamlessly integrates with flexible interior spaces designed for community engagement and activity.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Complementing Solar Panels in a Multi-Purpose Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles Complementing Solar Panels in a Multi-Purpose Community Space
Ranieri Luchetti, Gianluca Gabrielli, Gianmarco Vittorelli, Riccardo Rossi
Charred wooden shingles and expansive solar panels define an environmentally sensitive multi-purpose community space, seamlessly integrating sustainable materials with adaptive design to foster connection and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Sustainable Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Sustainable Community Space
Achraf Mzily, Natalie Mahakian
Utilizing charred wooden shingles alongside cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates a seamless integration with its environment while fostering a vibrant community space.
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Affordable housing emphasizing modular design with charred wooden shingles and sustainable materials in a coastal setting
Affordable housing emphasizing modular design with charred wooden shingles and sustainable materials in a coastal setting
Michael Holmquist, Kurt Stavdal, Zach Martins, Natalie Clark
This project integrates sustainable living through modular housing units clad in charred wooden shingles, elevated foundations, and innovative rainwater harvesting systems, all thoughtfully designed to coexist with the coastal environment while addressing pressing housing needs.
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Elevated Meditation Space Crafted with Charred Spruce and Sustainable Materials
Elevated Meditation Space Crafted with Charred Spruce and Sustainable Materials
Asal Khalili, Rhea Mazgaonkar, Zeenah Mohammed ali, Fahmida Ahmed
Suspended among the trees, this charred spruce retreat offers a contemporary meditation space that seamlessly blends into the natural landscape while promoting a sustainable lifestyle.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create A Retreat Emphasizing Natural Wellness
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create A Retreat Emphasizing Natural Wellness
Ilaria Pezzini, Damaris Casula, Melania Zeni
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design fosters a sustainable retreat that seamlessly integrates into the forest landscape, offering spaces for mindfulness and rejuvenation.
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Charred Metal Facade Blending Historical Stonework in a Tranquil Community Retreat
Charred Metal Facade Blending Historical Stonework in a Tranquil Community Retreat
Giles Reid
Blending charred metal with traditional stonework, the design redefines community spaces by offering a tranquil retreat that encourages both private reflection and social engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define Sustainable Community Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define Sustainable Community Spaces
Marion Kuzmany, Michael Lisner
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates an inviting environment that fosters community interaction and sustainability through thoughtfully arranged shared spaces.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define A Café Embraced by Volcanic Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define A Café Embraced by Volcanic Landscape
Peter Sushch
Blending charred wooden shingles with cross-laminated timber, the café nestles within a volcanic landscape to create a community hub that fosters connection and appreciation for its geological context.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Md. faysal Kabir
With a façade of charred wooden shingles and the warmth of cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates an inviting community hub that prioritizes sustainability and connection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Comprise Sustainable Cliffside Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Comprise Sustainable Cliffside Retreat
Marco oscar Barzaghi
Built upon a unique tree foundation, this sustainable retreat utilizes charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber to create a harmonious living space that seamlessly integrates with the cliffside landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Versatile Urban Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Versatile Urban Space
Bárbara Díaz gallardo, María Gallego pérez, Cristina Jiménez egido
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmoniously integrates versatile communal spaces that foster connectivity within a vibrant urban environment.
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Fluid Forms of Nano-Coated Glass and Locally Sourced Marble Along the Jeddah Waterfront
Fluid Forms of Nano-Coated Glass and Locally Sourced Marble Along the Jeddah Waterfront
Bashayer Abdullah
With its fluid forms crafted from nano-coated glass and elegantly combined with locally sourced marble, the design enhances the Jeddah waterfront while serving as a vibrant community hub for social engagement and interaction.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Forest Retreat with Seamless Integration
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Forest Retreat with Seamless Integration
Lorenzo Guzzini, Luigi Guerini, Lorenzo Moretta, Giovanni Nembrini
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a harmonious forest retreat that seamlessly blends with its surroundings while providing a tranquil space for relaxation and reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Form a Community-Focused Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Form a Community-Focused Hub
Julia Gross, Fabian Kitzberger
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the architecture integrates seamlessly with its surroundings to create a vibrant community hub designed for social interaction and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazing Defining a Multifunctional Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazing Defining a Multifunctional Community Hub
Chris Thorn, Mo WY Wong
Characterized by its charred wooden shingles and expansive glazing, the design seamlessly integrates multifunctional spaces that foster community engagement and connection to nature.
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Elevated Structure Featuring Anodized Aluminum And Volcano-Sourced Materials In A Contextual Residence
Elevated Structure Featuring Anodized Aluminum And Volcano-Sourced Materials In A Contextual Residence
Maya Janczykowska, Brad Wilkins
An elevated dwelling crafted with mirrored anodized aluminum and locally sourced volcanic materials harmonizes with Iceland's rugged landscape while serving as a multi-functional residential space.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Spaces
Jonas Alexander Martschoke
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design fosters a harmonious connection with its surroundings while serving as a vibrant community space.
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