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Mirrored Facades and Reflective Surfaces in a Cinematic Pavilion Embracing Icelandic Geography
Mirrored Facades and Reflective Surfaces in a Cinematic Pavilion Embracing Icelandic Geography
Natalia Piśniak
With its mirrored facades reflecting the stunning Icelandic landscape, the pavilion serves as an immersive cinematic space that seamlessly integrates art, nature, and community engagement.
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Prism-Infused Retreat Crafted from Concrete and Natural Stone in Urban Tokyo
Prism-Infused Retreat Crafted from Concrete and Natural Stone in Urban Tokyo
Aristeidis Georgiades
Crafted with glass prisms that refract light to create an immersive, colorful atmosphere, these meditation cabins in Tokyo offer a serene retreat for mindfulness and reflection amid the bustling city.
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Circular Form Constructed With Douglas Wood Embracing Geothermal Heating In A Volcanic Landscape
Circular Form Constructed With Douglas Wood Embracing Geothermal Heating In A Volcanic Landscape
Maurice Bley, Jean-Claude Welter
Constructed with Douglas wood and incorporating geothermal heating, this circular center harmonizes with its volcanic surroundings to provide a welcoming hub for visitors exploring the area's natural beauty.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Solutions Enrich a Culinary Greenhouse Experience
Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Solutions Enrich a Culinary Greenhouse Experience
Patricia irene Baeza herrazti baeza, Romain paul quentin Bourgeois, Eugenia Posada, Vasco Reyes
Nestled on a mountaintop, a circular greenhouse constructed with double-glazed walls and charred wooden shingles brings local agriculture directly to the table in this innovative dining experience.
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Geothermal Greenhouse With Thermal Concrete and Panoramic Views for Sustainable Dining
Geothermal Greenhouse With Thermal Concrete and Panoramic Views for Sustainable Dining
Ruban Olena, Oleksandr Zakopaiko, Sushytskyi Oleksandr, Yana Yakymenko
Utilizing geothermal energy and thermal concrete, the design harmoniously integrates a greenhouse to provide fresh produce alongside panoramic views, creating a unique dining experience deeply connected to the Icelandic landscape.
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Canopied Spaces Crafted With Natural Stone and Light Embracing The Cycle Of Remembrance
Canopied Spaces Crafted With Natural Stone and Light Embracing The Cycle Of Remembrance
Lazaros Kyritsis
Emphasizing a harmonious interplay of canopied structures and natural stone, the columbarium provides a reflective space that intertwines memory and nature, offering a tranquil environment for honoring loved ones.
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Weathered Corten Steel and Warm Timber Unite in a Multi-Purpose Observation Space
Weathered Corten Steel and Warm Timber Unite in a Multi-Purpose Observation Space
Santiago Muros cortés
Built with weathered corten steel and warm timber, the design creates an inviting observation space that seamlessly integrates with the desert landscape while inviting exploration and connection with nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Vaulted Spaces in a Vineyard Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vaulted Spaces in a Vineyard Retreat
Pau Millet, Marta Miralpeix, Xisco Llabrés, Xavier Ramoneda
With charred wooden shingles and organic vaulted forms harmonizing with the surrounding vineyard, the design offers a seamless blend of sustainability and comfort in a dedicated retreat for relaxation and enjoyment of nature.
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Sustainably Crafted Observation Tower Featuring Basalt Stone And Natural Hardwood Integration
Sustainably Crafted Observation Tower Featuring Basalt Stone And Natural Hardwood Integration
Devan Becker, Brianna Stonebraker, Chad Bolte, Britney Ornellas
A spiral observation tower crafted from basalt stone and warm hardwood rises elegantly from the Icelandic landscape, offering visitors a unique vantage point to connect with the natural environment and experience the beauty of the surrounding terrain.
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Corten Steel Ramp Integrating Community Seating Within Rugged Icelandic Landscape
Corten Steel Ramp Integrating Community Seating Within Rugged Icelandic Landscape
Yousif Alharmoosh-alqenai
A spiral ramp of corten steel weaves through rugged Icelandic terrain, offering both community seating and breathtaking vantage points for an immersive experience of the natural landscape.
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Natural Integration Through Earth and Glass In A Reflective Memorial Space
Natural Integration Through Earth and Glass In A Reflective Memorial Space
Sudarat Sawanagjai, sumita chayalak
Nestled within a thoughtfully contoured landscape, the reflective combination of concrete and glass creates a powerful memorial dedicated to the historical injustices faced by women accused of witchcraft, inviting visitors to engage deeply with the past while fostering community dialogue and education.
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Ambient Blue Light Illuminates Concrete Pathway Through Historical Reflection
Ambient Blue Light Illuminates Concrete Pathway Through Historical Reflection
Simge Ozer, Ahmet Yilmaz, Hatice nur Baysal, Ceren Cokyegit
Ambient blue light casts a reflective glow on a concrete pathway that gradually narrows, guiding visitors through a poignant memorial that honors the historical injustices faced by Salem's accused witches.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Facades Harmonize with Volcanic Landscape for a Multifunctional Visitor Experience
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Facades Harmonize with Volcanic Landscape for a Multifunctional Visitor Experience
Hallee Kinikin
Merging charred wooden shingles with expansive glass facades, the visitor center invites exploration of Iceland's volcanic landscape while offering an engaging space for coffee enthusiasts and education about the region's geological wonders.
iceland visitor center coffee education sustainability geology landscape natural community
Wind-Powered Lookout Featuring Egg-Shaped Form and Sustainable Timber Construction
Wind-Powered Lookout Featuring Egg-Shaped Form and Sustainable Timber Construction
Anastasiia Turapina, Elizaveta Demyanovich, Daria Arhipova, Victiria Parsenteva
An egg-shaped lookout constructed from sustainable timber and equipped with a wind generator offers a serene space for contemplation and breathtaking views over Iceland's volcanic landscape.
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Reflective Steel and Corten Structure Creating a Symbolic Space for Remembrance
Reflective Steel and Corten Structure Creating a Symbolic Space for Remembrance
Anna Saroukhanova
A reflective steel and Corten framework embodies the complex emotions of memory and empathy, creating a contemplative memorial space dedicated to honoring the victims of genocide.
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Translucent Roof Panels and Volcanic Stone Create a Community-Centric Greenhouse in Iceland
Translucent Roof Panels and Volcanic Stone Create a Community-Centric Greenhouse in Iceland
Andri Luescher
Nestled among Iceland's volcanic landscapes, a greenhouse constructed with translucent polycarbonate and local lava rock serves as a vibrant community hub for culinary experiences and agricultural education.
iceland greenhouse restaurant community sustainability cooking education cuisine local agriculture
Elevated Dining Experience with Glass Facades and Indoor Aeroponics in a Volcanic Landscape
Elevated Dining Experience with Glass Facades and Indoor Aeroponics in a Volcanic Landscape
Wai yan Oo, Khin bo bo Oo, Khin thu thu Kyaw nyunt, Chinheab Ngor
Combining indoor aeroponics and expansive glass facades within an elevated structure, the design immerses diners in the breathtaking volcanic landscape of Iceland while serving local produce in a communal dining environment.
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Curvilinear Viewing Platform Crafted From Laminated Glass and Steel Embracing Volcanic Landscape
Curvilinear Viewing Platform Crafted From Laminated Glass and Steel Embracing Volcanic Landscape
Luke Lin, Hanzhe Zhang, Yuxi Liu, Yuyang Qiu
Crafted from laminated glass and steel, the curvilinear viewing platform seamlessly integrates with the volcanic landscape, inviting visitors to engage with the geological history while offering a unique educational experience.
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Spiral Concrete Observatory Integrating Glass Transparency and Icelandic Folklore
Spiral Concrete Observatory Integrating Glass Transparency and Icelandic Folklore
Joseph Kim, Hyejin Lee, Jong wook Won
A spiral concrete structure integrates glass transparency with Icelandic folklore elements, inviting visitors to ascend through a journey of light and shadow as they engage with the surrounding landscape from a uniquely crafted observatory.
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Fluid Roof Design Featuring Reused Wood and Sustainable Insulation in a Visitor Center
Fluid Roof Design Featuring Reused Wood and Sustainable Insulation in a Visitor Center
Kajsa Jarhult
A sloping roof crafted from reused wood boards gracefully mirrors the cascading water features of Iceland’s landscape, creating an immersive visitor center that connects people to their natural surroundings.
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