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Embracing Volcanic Landscapes with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Elements in a Visitor Center
Embracing Volcanic Landscapes with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Elements in a Visitor Center
Serge Atallah
Drawing inspiration from the surrounding volcanic landscape, the visitor center uniquely integrates cross-laminated timber and charred wood elements, creating a harmonious space that educates and engages visitors about Iceland's geological heritage.
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Nature Observation Center Featuring Cross-laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles
Nature Observation Center Featuring Cross-laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles
Arif Javed, Yasmine Zahlan, Suzanne Agbayani, Erick Maldonado
Nestled within its natural surroundings, this nature observation center combines the warmth of cross-laminated timber and the texture of charred wooden shingles to create a welcoming space that invites visitors to engage deeply with the avian world.
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Observation tower featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles in a nature reserve setting
Observation tower featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles in a nature reserve setting
Santiago Carlos Peña Fiorda, Agustín Llobera, Florencia Mischelejis, Camila Jalil
Nestled in Latvia's Pape Nature Park, this observation tower uniquely combines local timber construction and charred wood shingles to create a harmonious structure that seamlessly integrates with the wetlands, offering diverse vantage points for bird-watching enthusiasts.
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Rammed Earth Structure Showcasing Soil Diversity as an Educational Center for Ecological Awareness
Rammed Earth Structure Showcasing Soil Diversity as an Educational Center for Ecological Awareness
Arthur Stefenbergs
Constructed with rammed earth and integrated soil diversity murals, this educational center fosters an immersive understanding of ecological stewardship while serving as a gathering place for community dialogue.
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Floating Pavilion Constructed With Modular Timber Panels and Emphasizing Environmental Integration
Floating Pavilion Constructed With Modular Timber Panels and Emphasizing Environmental Integration
海全 唐, 丁萌 吴, 多多 鄢
Utilizing modular timber panels that float gracefully on water, this pavilion seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings while serving as a vibrant community space dedicated to education and cultural appreciation.
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Grotto-Like Tunnel and Permeable Surfaces in Milan's Revitalized Urban Waterway
Grotto-Like Tunnel and Permeable Surfaces in Milan's Revitalized Urban Waterway
Tereza Brázdová, Gabriela Wenigová
Set against the backdrop of Milan's Navigli Canal, the design incorporates a grotto-like tunnel and permeable surfaces, creating an engaging urban space that seamlessly merges nature with functional community areas.
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Hydropower-Enabled Community Center Constructed with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Shingles
Hydropower-Enabled Community Center Constructed with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Shingles
Jeff Jo
With a roof designed to harness snow for hydropower and walls constructed from cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles, the Community Center serves as a sustainable hub for local engagement and education.
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Rainwater Harvesting Structure Crafted From Recycled Timber with a Tree-Canopy Roof
Rainwater Harvesting Structure Crafted From Recycled Timber with a Tree-Canopy Roof
Chan ka Chun
Crafted from recycled timber and topped with a tree-canopy roof, this sustainable structure integrates rainwater harvesting to create a vibrant community hub for education and resource sharing.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Define Sustainable Community Spaces Integrated with Cross-Laminated Timber Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles Define Sustainable Community Spaces Integrated with Cross-Laminated Timber Solutions
Mariya Romanosova, Fedor Torgashev
Charred wooden shingles elegantly contrast with expansive cross-laminated timber elements, creating a sustainable community hub that fosters local engagement and agricultural education along Milan's historic Navigli canals.
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Rainwater Harvesting Hub With Sawtooth Roof And Living Machine Built From Local Materials
Rainwater Harvesting Hub With Sawtooth Roof And Living Machine Built From Local Materials
Cherry Yang, Heyyoung Lim, Yunchao Le, Benjamin Han
Constructed with a sawtooth roof that captures rainwater and a living machine for self-sustaining water filtration, the center serves as a dynamic hub for environmental education and community engagement in Iceland's unique landscape.
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Bird Observation Tower Constructed with Cedar Wood and Stainless Steel Emphasizing Ecological Integration and Wildlife Habitat Support
Bird Observation Tower Constructed with Cedar Wood and Stainless Steel Emphasizing Ecological Integration and Wildlife Habitat Support
Anders byng Strøm, Jens Walter, Fabio Bellini
Rising gracefully above the wetlands, this observation tower melds sustainable cedar wood and stainless steel to create a harmonious space for birdwatching while promoting ecological awareness and supporting local wildlife habitats.
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Elevated Viewing Platform Constructed with Hollow Steel and Natural Timber for Bird Observation
Elevated Viewing Platform Constructed with Hollow Steel and Natural Timber for Bird Observation
Alkis Dikaios, Athos Dikaios, Iasonas Nicolaou
Floating above the wetlands, the observation tower utilizes hollow steel structures and natural timber to provide an immersive bird-watching experience while minimizing ecological impact.
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Bird Observation Tower Emphasizing Local Timber and Biophilic Design Principles
Bird Observation Tower Emphasizing Local Timber and Biophilic Design Principles
Arabella De beaupuy, Monika Bilska, Agata Banaszek, Manja Van de worp
Nestled along the tranquil shoreline of Lake Pape, this bird observation tower combines local timber construction and biophilic design principles, offering unparalleled views while honoring Latvia's cultural heritage and commitment to environmental sustainability.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Recycled Timber Create a Community Hub Embracing Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Recycled Timber Create a Community Hub Embracing Nature
Zhen yuan (frost) Yap, Foon yi Kok, En hui Chua, Xuan xiang Tan
Using charred wooden shingles and recycled timber, the design creates a seamless integration with the surrounding environment while serving as a vibrant community hub that encourages connection and engagement.
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Corten Steel and Recycled Shipping Containers Create a Versatile Community Hub
Corten Steel and Recycled Shipping Containers Create a Versatile Community Hub
Grazyna Malcher
Constructed from weathering Corten steel and repurposed shipping containers, the community hub seamlessly blends sustainability with modern design to foster local engagement and interaction.
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Sustainable Community House Featuring Translucent Shipping Container Facades and Local Stone Cladding
Sustainable Community House Featuring Translucent Shipping Container Facades and Local Stone Cladding
Abul boshar Md. shamsuzzaman
Translucent shipping container facades and local stone cladding define a community house designed to foster engagement and promote sustainable living practices.
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Biophilic Community Hub Featuring Textured Concrete and Locally Sourced Wood
Biophilic Community Hub Featuring Textured Concrete and Locally Sourced Wood
Chan Tak chak
Textured concrete and locally sourced wood create a harmonious connection to Iceland's stunning glaciers, serving as a versatile community hub that fosters engagement and sustainability.
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Community Center Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles for Ecological Engagement
Community Center Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles for Ecological Engagement
Chu-han Tarn, Woobin An
Nestled near Mývatn lake, this community center harmoniously blends cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles to create a vibrant space that fosters ecological education and social interaction amidst a backdrop of natural beauty.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Envelope Sustainable Community Space with Integrated Rainwater Management
Charred Wooden Shingles Envelope Sustainable Community Space with Integrated Rainwater Management
Silvia Montesdeoca cabrera, José carlos Ramírez ceballos
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and sustainable timber, the community space integrates a robust rainwater management system that educates users on ecological stewardship while providing essential resources for the neighborhood.
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Rammed Earth Structures With ETFE Roofing Integrating Hydroponic Systems For Environmental Education
Rammed Earth Structures With ETFE Roofing Integrating Hydroponic Systems For Environmental Education
David Ryan, Jaimie Neal, Daniel Baines, Ayah Hatahet
Rammed earth walls and an ethylene tetrafluoroethylene roof harmonize with hydroponic farms, creating a sustainable sanctuary that promotes community engagement and environmental education in Iceland's Mývatn region.
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