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Dynamic Urban Retreat Integrating Internal Core and External Skin
Dynamic Urban Retreat Integrating Internal Core and External Skin
Changjian Jia
With an emphasis on the contrast between the stable Internal Core and the adaptable External Skin, this urban meditation space in Tokyo offers a tranquil retreat designed to enhance personal reflection while engaging with the dynamic city environment.
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Dynamic Roof Form with Horizontal Louvers for Meditative Experience
Dynamic Roof Form with Horizontal Louvers for Meditative Experience
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Built with a dynamic roof form and horizontal louvers that facilitate natural light and connection to the surrounding landscape, the space serves as a tranquil environment for meditation.
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Adaptive Solar Glazing with Compacted Earth and Natural Stone for Sustainable Living
Adaptive Solar Glazing with Compacted Earth and Natural Stone for Sustainable Living
Yoann Jacques Georges Portrets
The integration of solar glazing with compacted earth and natural stone creates a self-sufficient residence that maximizes energy efficiency while harmonizing with its environment.
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Vertical Blade Walls and Timeless Timber in a Green Oasis Setting
Vertical Blade Walls and Timeless Timber in a Green Oasis Setting
Patrick Sloan
Defined by bold vertical blade walls and a timber-framed greenhouse, the design integrates rainwater capture systems within a dining space that fosters connection to the surrounding Myvatn landscape.
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Independent Huts Embracing Natural Sound with Picea Siding and Reflective Spaces
Independent Huts Embracing Natural Sound with Picea Siding and Reflective Spaces
Masaki Nishikubo
Constructed with Picea siding and designed to harmonize with its surroundings, a series of independent huts provide a creative haven for poets and foster community engagement in Pavilosta.
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Rainwater Harvesting Shelters with Timber Cladding for Cyclists
Rainwater Harvesting Shelters with Timber Cladding for Cyclists
Aniko Hegedus, Timea Farkas, Bojana Petroska, Denes Csaszar
With a focus on rainwater harvesting and built using wooden pallets and timber cladding, these shelters provide sustainable resting spaces for cyclists along the European Velo Route 6.
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Basalt Columns and Natural Light in a Community-Centric Pavilion
Basalt Columns and Natural Light in a Community-Centric Pavilion
Erin Sanchez
Constructed from basalt columns and designed to harness natural light, the pavilion creates a unique space for community engagement and film appreciation in the rugged Icelandic landscape.
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Cork Panel Facade and Natural Plaster in a Wine Retreat Setting
Cork Panel Facade and Natural Plaster in a Wine Retreat Setting
Mert Tanrikulu, Iasmin maria Cantuaria freire, Selin ayse Bingol, Hilal Kus
Using cork panels for insulation and natural plaster for interior spaces, the design merges sustainable practices with traditional Italian architecture in a wine-themed retreat that fosters community engagement and relaxation.
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Glazed Surfaces and Biological Filters in Micro-Housing Design
Glazed Surfaces and Biological Filters in Micro-Housing Design
Walter Hughes
With its elevated structure incorporating large glazed surfaces and a biological filter system, the design facilitates a sustainable living experience within a micro-housing framework.
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Fiber-Cement Facade and Blizzard Shelter in a Multi-Functional Pavilion
Fiber-Cement Facade and Blizzard Shelter in a Multi-Functional Pavilion
Dominika Ziomek
Constructed with a fiber-cement facade and incorporating a blizzard shelter, the pavilion enhances visitor experience through multi-functional spaces such as a gallery, café, and cinema.
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Sound Reflective Booth with Corugated Media Walls
Sound Reflective Booth with Corugated Media Walls
Min seok Kil, Yunho Son, Hyun young Kim
A circular structure with a corrugated design amplifies sound and light interactions, offering a unique semi-external space for individual dance and recreation in an urban landscape.
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Radiata Pine Crib Embracing Mindfulness Within a Forest Retreat
Radiata Pine Crib Embracing Mindfulness Within a Forest Retreat
Randall Teal, Nick Grover, Luke Ivers
Stacked radiata pine walls define a meditation space that harmonizes with its forest surroundings, inviting users to engage in mindfulness and reflection amidst nature.
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Rainwater Harvesting Roof with Glulam Structure in Volcanic Landscape Café
Rainwater Harvesting Roof with Glulam Structure in Volcanic Landscape Café
Krzysztof Plonski, Roman Dywojna, Mikolaj Plonczynski, Kamil Bronowicki
The sloped roof designed for rainwater harvesting, constructed from glulam, reflects the volcanic landscape while providing a functional café for travelers to enjoy local views and refreshments.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Systems Enhancing Community Farming Experience
Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Systems Enhancing Community Farming Experience
Jihyuk Choi, Minjeong Song
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and an advanced geothermal heating system, the design creates a seamless integration of sustainable practices and community engagement within a functional farm-to-table restaurant.
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Salvaged Timber Structures and Operable Windows in a Tranquil Retreat
Salvaged Timber Structures and Operable Windows in a Tranquil Retreat
Norbert Juhász, Péter Nagy
Characterized by its use of reclaimed timber and expansive operable windows, the retreat offers a harmonious environment for meditation while seamlessly integrating into the surrounding forest landscape.
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Light Wall Home with Straw Roof for Enhanced Safety
Light Wall Home with Straw Roof for Enhanced Safety
Han Nan, Jiayi Liu, Beixi Li, Yuxiang Yang
Constructed with a unique glass "Light Wall" and a flowing straw roof, the design safeguards individuals with light sensitivity while creating a tranquil and functional residential space in Tanzania.
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Personal Retreats with Cross-Laminated Timber and Indoor Gardens
Personal Retreats with Cross-Laminated Timber and Indoor Gardens
Archontia Manolakelli
A series of personal pods crafted from cross-laminated timber, surrounded by indoor gardens, offer quiet retreats atop Tokyo's rooftops, enhancing well-being through a direct connection to nature.
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Natural Light and Fluidity in an Oval Shaped Space with Sculptural Elements
Natural Light and Fluidity in an Oval Shaped Space with Sculptural Elements
Volodymyr Domaretskyi, Anton Stolyarov, Katya Samaraska, Katya Soloshenko
The design showcases an oval-shaped structure enriched by abundant natural light, sculptural elements, and a unique brushstroke pathway, serving as a creative space that blends residential and workshop functions.
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Timber Panels and Sunspaces Enhancing Guest Experience in Umbrian Landscape
Timber Panels and Sunspaces Enhancing Guest Experience in Umbrian Landscape
Ana Terra
Timber panels and strategically designed sunspaces create a sustainable guest experience that deeply connects visitors to the Umbrian landscape.
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Modular Units for Community Resilience in Mobile Home Redevelopment
Modular Units for Community Resilience in Mobile Home Redevelopment
Sterling Jones
Modular units designed for community resilience replace aging homes in a mobile home park, creating a cooperative living environment that fosters neighborly connections.
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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes
A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes
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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
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Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the Mývatn landscape, providing a functional ski cabin that balances modern amenities with local materiality.
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