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Curved Roofs and Sustainable Wood Siding Reflecting Icelandic Heritage in a Modern Retreat
Curved Roofs and Sustainable Wood Siding Reflecting Icelandic Heritage in a Modern Retreat
Samuel Ridge
Embracing the natural topography with its curved roofs and locally sourced wood siding, the design weaves together Icelandic cultural elements and sustainable practices to create a tranquil retreat that enhances guest experiences in harmony with the landscape.
iceland resort sustainable geothermal retreat nature landscape local cabin traditional
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Curved Geometry Shape Sustainable Living Space
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Curved Geometry Shape Sustainable Living Space
Boyan Kiuranov, Kalin Nikolov, Aleksandar Dobrev
Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and a distinctive curved form, the architecture creates a compact, sustainable living space that fosters community interaction while harmonizing with its natural surroundings.
sustainable living geodesic compact community natural wood glass efficiency residential
Portable shelter featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles for high-altitude treks
Portable shelter featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles for high-altitude treks
Seona Kim, Hyeongwon Yang, Subin Lee
This innovative portable shelter combines cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles to create a modular, inflatable design that provides warmth and comfort for trekkers navigating the rugged terrains of the Himalayas.
himalayas shelter inflatable portable sustainable community trekkers insulation outdoor modular
Reflective Stainless Steel Hut Elevated Above Permafrost with Natural Insulation and Modular Design
Reflective Stainless Steel Hut Elevated Above Permafrost with Natural Insulation and Modular Design
Kamenskiy Dmitriy, Baranov Vladimir, - -, - -
Elevated above the permafrost, the reflective stainless steel hut, designed with modular efficiency and natural insulation, serves as a sustainable shelter for trekkers amidst the challenging Himalayan landscape.
himalayas mountain hut shelter sustainability trekking modular energy community refuge
Buoyant Community Hub With Precast Concrete and Flexible Design Adapting to Flood Conditions
Buoyant Community Hub With Precast Concrete and Flexible Design Adapting to Flood Conditions
Marwan Omar
Driven by the principles of buoyancy and resilience, the design utilizes precast concrete and a flexible, modular structure to create a community hub that actively adapts to fluctuating flood conditions while promoting literacy and social interaction.
sudan community knowledge flood resilience reading exchange innovation sustainability modular
Mesh Framework and Rock Facade in High-Altitude Habitat Design
Mesh Framework and Rock Facade in High-Altitude Habitat Design
DONG JAE YI, KYUNG HYUN CHO, YOUNG SUNG LEE
Incorporating a unique mesh framework and rugged rock facade, the high-altitude habitat seamlessly marries sustainable design with the need for communal living in one of the world’s most demanding environments.
himalayas shelter communal sustainable high-altitude modular renewable insulation inhabitation thermal
Algorithmic Architecture with Local Stone and Natural Fibers in a Mountain Community Space
Algorithmic Architecture with Local Stone and Natural Fibers in a Mountain Community Space
Tim Daniel Battelino, Lilit Poghosyan
Constructed with locally gathered stone and enhanced by algorithmic adaptability, the mountain retreat fosters community engagement while seamlessly blending with the rugged Himalayan landscape.
himalayas sustainability communal living stone renewable flexible local insulation multifunctional
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
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