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Glass Dome Housing with Rainwater Fabric for Essential Workers

Raymond Ho, SAMANTHA HO, MARTHA ZAMBRANO

Utilizing a glass dome for virus inactivation and incorporating rainwater collection fabric, the design provides a portable living environment for essential workers during public health emergencies.

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Charred Timber Integration With Steel Accents in a Multifunctional Lakefront Spa

Charred Timber Integration With Steel Accents in a Multifunctional Lakefront Spa

Xiaoxiao Pan, Linjun Yu

Charred timber and stainless steel form a striking façade that embraces the surrounding landscape, creating a unique destination for relaxation and cultural engagement centered around brewing and wellness near Mývatn Lake.

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Roof Garden Habitat With Wildlife Integration and Low Maintenance Living

Roof Garden Habitat With Wildlife Integration and Low Maintenance Living

Gabriele Riscazzi

With a focus on integrating a roof garden that supports local wildlife, this residence emphasizes low maintenance and energy efficiency, serving as a model for sustainable living near a picturesque lake.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Geometric Forms Defining a Lakeside Creative Retreat

Charred Wooden Shingles and Geometric Forms Defining a Lakeside Creative Retreat

Hossein Riahi, Aida Faghir

The use of charred wooden shingles and modular geometric forms creates a distinctive lakeside environment designed to inspire creativity and collaboration among artists.

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Elevated Viewing Platform Crafted from Corrugated Metal and Local Timber Near Hverfjall Volcano

Elevated Viewing Platform Crafted from Corrugated Metal and Local Timber Near Hverfjall Volcano

Simaza Najji, Rim Khanafer, Rachael Boudreau

Constructed with corrugated metal and local timber, the structure offers panoramic views of Hverfjall Volcano while serving as a visitor center that enhances engagement with the surrounding landscape.

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Tephra Stone and Geometric Shelters Enhancing Visitor Experience Near a Volcanic Landscape

Tephra Stone and Geometric Shelters Enhancing Visitor Experience Near a Volcanic Landscape

Ivan Badiarov

Crafted from local tephra stone, the café and information center integrates geometric forms that reflect the surrounding volcanic landscape while serving as a hub for visitor engagement and education.

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Timber Cabins Merging Nature and Community with Truss Structures

Timber Cabins Merging Nature and Community with Truss Structures

Argita Saliaj, Michael Sarkisyantc

Timber cabins with wooden truss structures foster a sense of community while seamlessly blending into the natural landscape, providing a tranquil retreat for visitors seeking a connection to rural life.

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Dome Structure Featuring Lava Stone and Vertical Gardens for Sustainable Agriculture

Dome Structure Featuring Lava Stone and Vertical Gardens for Sustainable Agriculture

Ivana Milosevic

Combining a dome structure with lava stone and vertical gardens, the design serves as an educational hub for sustainable agriculture, fostering interaction and engagement with the natural environment.

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Dynamic Workspaces with Movable Partitions and Parametric Layouts

Dynamic Workspaces with Movable Partitions and Parametric Layouts

Daniel Jacobs

Utilizing parametric algorithms and movable partitions, the design creates flexible and adaptive workspaces that can swiftly evolve to meet various functional demands.

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Crafting Community Spaces With Thermal Water Systems and The Areca Plant

Crafting Community Spaces With Thermal Water Systems and The Areca Plant

Elena sofia Congiu, Miguel angel Valverde hernandez

Utilizing thermal water systems and incorporating the Areca plant, the design harmoniously blends agricultural productivity with community spaces for food preparation and engagement.

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Elevated Green Spaces Replacing Urban Blight for Essential Workers

Elevated Green Spaces Replacing Urban Blight for Essential Workers

Joseph Podolski

Replacing the leaning Millennium Tower complex, a new elevated park enhances connectivity while providing affordable housing for essential workers in San Francisco.

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Soil-Filled Jute Structures Creating Natural Gathering Spaces in Forest Settings

Soil-Filled Jute Structures Creating Natural Gathering Spaces in Forest Settings

Niklavs Krievs, Ramon Cordova

Soil-filled jute bags form an eco-sensitive seating landscape, harmonizing with native flora to create communal gathering spaces during the Sanusi Festival.

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Harmonious Living Among Wooden Panels and Natural Terraces

Harmonious Living Among Wooden Panels and Natural Terraces

Kateryna Vasylevska, Kateryna Denysenko, Marian Beresh, Nikolay K

Rubble stone foundations support a minimalist structure that cascades toward the lakeshore, creating a sustainable residence for two families while fostering a deep connection with the surrounding landscape.

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Timber Curves and Scenic Decks at a Volcano Rest Stop

Timber Curves and Scenic Decks at a Volcano Rest Stop

Carla Tjandra

Soft timber curves flow around outdoor decks, offering expansive views of Hverfjall while serving as a vital rest stop for visitors in northern Iceland.

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Lava Rock Cladding and Wood Lattice Structure in a Geothermal Visitor Center

Lava Rock Cladding and Wood Lattice Structure in a Geothermal Visitor Center

Raeanna Spiger

Incorporating lava rock cladding and a wood lattice structure, the center leverages geothermal energy to blend seamlessly with the volcanic landscape while providing educational resources for visitors.

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Circular Amphitheater Framed by Glulam Wood in a Volcanic Landscape

Circular Amphitheater Framed by Glulam Wood in a Volcanic Landscape

Cesar fernando Flores cuellar, Victor imre Ebergenyi kelly, Shary Ramirez montero, Valentina Bellego barrera

A circular amphitheater, framed by Glulam wood and integrated into the volcanic landscape, provides a community space for visitors to relax and learn about the surrounding environment.

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Aquaponic Greenhouse With Marble Elements and Geothermal Heat Integration

Aquaponic Greenhouse With Marble Elements and Geothermal Heat Integration

Francesco niten Mattioli

Utilizing a central river for aquaponics alongside geothermal heating, the design integrates a greenhouse and restaurant in a harmonious blend with the Icelandic landscape.

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Turf Roofs and Stone Walls in a Sustainable Icelandic Farmhouse

Turf Roofs and Stone Walls in a Sustainable Icelandic Farmhouse

Joshua Mainez

With turf roofs and stone walls inspired by Icelandic heritage, the farmhouse serves as a sustainable community hub that integrates agricultural practices and local cuisine.

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Wave-Shaped Metal Facade Overlooking Thermal Lakes

Wave-Shaped Metal Facade Overlooking Thermal Lakes

Anastasiya Prokhorets, Peteris Lauchka-lovchko, Kirill Lauchka-lovchko, Galina Khailova

The glossy metal wave-shaped facade reflects the surrounding thermal lakes, creating a unique visual interplay with the landscape, while the building functions as a multi-purpose restaurant with a yoga hall and mini cinema.

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Sensory Gardens and Smart Glass in an Accessible Residential Home

Arton Qorri

With its innovative use of smart glass and thoughtfully designed sensory gardens, the residence creates an accessible living space that enhances the outdoor experience for visually impaired residents.

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Flexible Creative Spaces for Fashion

Isgandar Hajiyev, Aziza Hashimova

The project proposes a multifunctional hub designed to reflect the dynamic intersection of fashion and architecture. It prioritizes spatial versatility, offering a layout that supports both focused work and collaborative creativity.

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Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Ahmed Elmaghraby

Developed as a progressive alternative to conventional aged care facilities, the project redefines residential environments for seniors by promoting active lifestyles, social connectivity, and a strong sense of purpose.

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Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Nicholas Harald Hartman

Located in Dubai, ONE explores modular residential design as a strategy for flexible, community-oriented urban living. The project integrates public and private spaces with sustainable systems and material choices, responding to both environmental conditions and social needs.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Fatima Jalali, Barbod Alimohamadi, Razieh Zirrahi, Ali Jafari

The article presents a contemporary architectural design situated in a distinct environmental and cultural context. Emphasizing spatial efficiency, material consciousness, and environmental integration, the project explores how architecture can respond to both functional requirements and local conditions.

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Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Shih-Hui Teng, Min Li, Shen Tzu Chen, Nien Chen Lu

Utilizing hollow brick construction and modular design, this sustainable residential initiative captures wind and solar energy to create adaptable living spaces for families in Dubai's arid climate.

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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Mason Miles

An elevated timber structure in the marshlands of South Dakota functions as a community center, incorporating natural illumination and a glazed corridor to facilitate education and public interaction.

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A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

Kristina Klimova

A sustainable community center integrates conventional clay brick construction with modular solar shading elements, promoting social engagement and contemporary environmental practices.

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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

Brandon Bergem

Translucent polycarbonate and timber are employed to construct communal areas that encourage interaction and contemplation within the prairie environment.

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Search results for: “Essential”

3443 projects found:

Glass Dome Housing with Rainwater Fabric for Essential Workers

Charred Timber Integration With Steel Accents in a Multifunctional Lakefront Spa

Roof Garden Habitat With Wildlife Integration and Low Maintenance Living

Charred Wooden Shingles and Geometric Forms Defining a Lakeside Creative Retreat

Elevated Viewing Platform Crafted from Corrugated Metal and Local Timber Near Hverfjall Volcano

Tephra Stone and Geometric Shelters Enhancing Visitor Experience Near a Volcanic Landscape

Timber Cabins Merging Nature and Community with Truss Structures

Dome Structure Featuring Lava Stone and Vertical Gardens for Sustainable Agriculture

Dynamic Workspaces with Movable Partitions and Parametric Layouts

Crafting Community Spaces With Thermal Water Systems and The Areca Plant

Elevated Green Spaces Replacing Urban Blight for Essential Workers

Soil-Filled Jute Structures Creating Natural Gathering Spaces in Forest Settings

Harmonious Living Among Wooden Panels and Natural Terraces

Timber Curves and Scenic Decks at a Volcano Rest Stop

Lava Rock Cladding and Wood Lattice Structure in a Geothermal Visitor Center

Circular Amphitheater Framed by Glulam Wood in a Volcanic Landscape

Aquaponic Greenhouse With Marble Elements and Geothermal Heat Integration

Turf Roofs and Stone Walls in a Sustainable Icelandic Farmhouse

Wave-Shaped Metal Facade Overlooking Thermal Lakes

Sensory Gardens and Smart Glass in an Accessible Residential Home

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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