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Porous Concrete Structure Integrating Frosted Glass and Natural Elements in Iceland's Landscape
Porous Concrete Structure Integrating Frosted Glass and Natural Elements in Iceland's Landscape
Tai Terupo
Emphasizing a porous concrete design that harmonizes with its stunning Icelandic surroundings, the visitor center showcases frosted glass elements and sustainable materials to create a welcoming hub for exploration and education.
iceland visitor center caf exhibition family-friendly geothermal nature sustainability public space geology
Peeling Roof Structure With Locally Sourced Timber and Spiral Garden in Icelandic Landscape
Peeling Roof Structure With Locally Sourced Timber and Spiral Garden in Icelandic Landscape
Shiu lun kenneth Cheung, Clarence Fong
With a peeling roof that echoes the contours of Iceland's volcanic landscape, this café integrates locally sourced timber and a unique spiral garden design to create a serene space for community interaction and reflection.
iceland cafe garden public sustainable timber volcanic community restaurant nature
Vertical Gardens and Recycled Materials Form a Flexible Urban Living Environment
Vertical Gardens and Recycled Materials Form a Flexible Urban Living Environment
Miodrag Novakovic, Lazar Dimitrijevc
With vertical gardens integrated into its modular design and constructed from recycled materials, this urban development redefines flexible living while fostering a strong sense of community among residents.
housing community sustainability urban wood steel affordable greenery modular adaptable
Fractal Living Spaces Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles
Fractal Living Spaces Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles
Sam Maloney, Steven Prestejohn, Rita Doummar, Michelle Morsicato
Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, the design creates flexible, modular housing solutions that foster community engagement while adapting to diverse urban living needs.
coastal housing modular community sustainability urban adaptability mixed-use affordability integrated
Elevated Limestone Facades with Communal Terraces Overlooking the Seine
Elevated Limestone Facades with Communal Terraces Overlooking the Seine
Zhengda Hou, Kuan-yi Ho, Dichen Ding, Hsin-han Lee
Elevated limestone facades shaped by communal terraces provide stunning views of the Seine while creating a resilient structure that addresses affordable housing needs in the heart of Paris.
paris housing affordable residential community river sustainability urban livability france
Thatched Roof Structure Embracing Local Timber and Natural Landscapes As Eco-Friendly Visitor Center
Thatched Roof Structure Embracing Local Timber and Natural Landscapes As Eco-Friendly Visitor Center
Khaled Alayoubi, Haoheng Zeng, Guilherme Leick
The thatched roof blends traditional craftsmanship with natural timber, creating a visitor center that harmonizes with the landscape while offering a welcoming space for exploration and education in Kemeri National Park.
kemeri latvia visitor center national park sustainability caf exhibition vernacular
Staggered Balconies and Precast Concrete Panels Enhance Urban Living In High-Density Environment
Staggered Balconies and Precast Concrete Panels Enhance Urban Living In High-Density Environment
WEI FENG OOI
With staggered balconies crafted from high-performance glass and robust precast concrete, this residential development redefines urban living in Kowloon by offering adaptable spaces that foster community interaction and green connections in a densely populated setting.
hong kong residential modular affordable urban sustainable community balconies flexibility density
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Elevate Historical Barn Into a Community Wellness Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Elevate Historical Barn Into a Community Wellness Hub
Valerio Piccolo, Andrea Piccolo
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and natural stone into a historically preserved barn, this design transforms the structure into a vibrant community wellness hub that engages both its heritage and the surrounding landscape.
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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.
community greenhouse sustainability recycled corten northern gathering flexibility education local
Cross-Laminated Timber Framework with Modular Units for Sustainable Urban Living
Cross-Laminated Timber Framework with Modular Units for Sustainable Urban Living
Miha Rijavec
The innovative use of cross-laminated timber in a modular framework creates adaptable living spaces that foster community engagement in the heart of urban Toronto.
toronto affordable housing canada sustainability community flexibility timber modular urban
Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Construction Bring Community Spaces to Urban Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Construction Bring Community Spaces to Urban Living
Alexander Rouditser, Luisa Calle, Tien chuan Tiu, Huei Loo
Integrating charred wooden shingles with container metal construction, this urban development creates vibrant community spaces that emphasize sustainability and connectivity in a bustling metropolitan environment.
melbourne residential commercial sustainability community vegetation modular mixed-use urban integrated
Charred Wooden Shingles and Circular Foundations Blend Seamlessly Into the Icelandic Landscape For Community Visitor Center
Charred Wooden Shingles and Circular Foundations Blend Seamlessly Into the Icelandic Landscape For Community Visitor Center
Olga Rakova, Stanislav Gorshunov
With a circular design that elegantly mirrors the surrounding Icelandic terrain and charred wooden shingles that enhance its natural integration, the center serves as an engaging hub for visitors to explore the unique ecology of Lake Mývatn.
iceland visitor center nature community sustainability landscape wood glass information cafe
Circular Visitor Center Crafted with Sustainable Wood Cladding and Expansive Glass Facades
Circular Visitor Center Crafted with Sustainable Wood Cladding and Expansive Glass Facades
Andrius Pakulis, Andrius Serapinas, Vitalijus Rudokas, Gintarė Kabalinė
Crafted with a circular form and sustainable wood cladding, this visitor center seamlessly integrates expansive glass facades that invite nature in, providing an informative hub for exploring the ecological wonders of the Great Kemeri Bog.
latvia visitor center nature education sustainability community recreation ecology caf
Curvilinear Observation Deck Crafted from Charred Wood and Steel Framework Overlooking Wetlands
Curvilinear Observation Deck Crafted from Charred Wood and Steel Framework Overlooking Wetlands
Fanbo Zeng, Xi Chen, Nan Jiang, Jianmin Meng
Crafted from charred wood and steel, the curvilinear observation deck rises gracefully above Pape Nature Park, offering an immersive experience for birdwatchers eager to connect with the vibrant wetland ecosystem.
pape nature park observation tower birdwatching circular wood steel sustainable nature wetlands
Rammed Earth Structure Emphasizing Natural Ventilation and Outdoor Therapy Spaces
Rammed Earth Structure Emphasizing Natural Ventilation and Outdoor Therapy Spaces
meenakshi sharma, milind khade
Nestled within a lush landscape, the seamless integration of rammed earth and extensive glass facades creates a tranquil atmosphere, enhanced by outdoor therapy spaces that invite relaxation and rejuvenation.
spa resort sustainability wellness nature retreat gardens rural treatment community
Charred Wood Shingles And Reclaimed Timber Define A Community-Focused Space
Charred Wood Shingles And Reclaimed Timber Define A Community-Focused Space
Sofia Miranda Icaza, TomÁs MikulÁs ChroustovskÝ, Sergio Javier Zalamea Ochoa
Combining charred wood shingles and reclaimed timber, the design fosters a warm, inviting atmosphere that serves to enhance community interaction in a multifunctional space.
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

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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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