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Rainwater-Collecting Structure with Wood and Sliding Panels for Mindful Practices
Rainwater-Collecting Structure with Wood and Sliding Panels for Mindful Practices
Carolina Fanelli
Utilizing sliding panels and wood construction, the design captures and reuses rainwater while providing spaces for yoga and relaxation on an elevated site.
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Concrete Float With Solar Modules on Coastal Lake
Concrete Float With Solar Modules on Coastal Lake
Olwia Gałwa
Set on the coastal lake Jamno, the design incorporates a floating concrete structure with solar modules, optimizing sustainability while providing a multifunctional living space that transforms between workspace and bedroom.
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Floating Homes With ETFE Film and Glass Fiber Walls for Sustainable Community Living
Floating Homes With ETFE Film and Glass Fiber Walls for Sustainable Community Living
烽 叶, 家卓 代, 钎 黄, 馥洁 魏
With floating homes constructed from ETFE film and glass fiber walls, the design provides sustainable community living that honors the Tanka culture while addressing modern environmental challenges.
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Bamboo and Balau Retreat with Hydroponic Garden
Bamboo and Balau Retreat with Hydroponic Garden
Iris Li, Linda Zhou
Constructed with bamboo and balau, this self-sufficient floating home incorporates a hydroponic garden and rainwater harvesting system, designed for a young couple seeking a sustainable retreat from urban life.
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Floating Glass Structure Emphasizing Bioclimatic Design in Madrid
Floating Glass Structure Emphasizing Bioclimatic Design in Madrid
Antonio Ríos
A floating glass façade and bioclimatic design characterize a new office building in Madrid, providing both aesthetic appeal and environmental efficiency.
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Floating Structure Inspired by Traditional Canoes and Emission Culture
Floating Structure Inspired by Traditional Canoes and Emission Culture
海全 唐, 丁萌 吴, 多多 鄢
Inspired by traditional canoes, the pavilion’s semi-submerged form pays homage to the ancient wood merchant culture of Guizhou while providing a space for community engagement and cultural education.
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Floating Cabins on Caramel Shores with Disassembled Wood Structure
Floating Cabins on Caramel Shores with Disassembled Wood Structure
Junhyung Choi, Hyunji Choi, Yelim Oh
Floating above a unique caramel shore, the cabins utilize disassembled wood structure to create a harmonious living experience that connects occupants with the surrounding wilderness.
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Floating Elements in a Modular Workspace with Interactive Lighting
Floating Elements in a Modular Workspace with Interactive Lighting
Romann Jouet, Paul Cazaux-debat, Jules Dacheux
Floating objects and dynamic lighting create an interactive environment in a modular workspace, seamlessly blending digital experiences with functional living.
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Floating Microhome with Water Harvesting and Integrated Vegetation
Floating Microhome with Water Harvesting and Integrated Vegetation
Eleana Georgousi, Christina Mytilinaiou
Floating on a modular cube pontoon system, the microhome captures rainwater and seawater while integrating vegetation for cultivation, providing a self-sufficient living space in vulnerable coastal environments.
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Floating Habitat Featuring OSB Panels and Flexible Living Solutions
Floating Habitat Featuring OSB Panels and Flexible Living Solutions
Othmane Nozhi
A floating habitat designed with OSB panels offers adaptable living spaces in response to urban challenges in Bangkok, emphasizing flexibility and resource management.
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Floating Community Resiliently Crafted with Modular Cross-Laminated Timber Panels
Floating Community Resiliently Crafted with Modular Cross-Laminated Timber Panels
Luis alejandro Morales mendoza, Patricio andrés Zamora montes, Leandro leonel Quilodrán mendoza
Crafted from modular cross-laminated timber panels, the floating community integrates sustainable living with marine resilience, addressing urban housing needs while promoting social interaction among residents.
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Floating Community With Circular Water Recycling and Yacht-Inspired Design
Floating Community With Circular Water Recycling and Yacht-Inspired Design
Francesca Di giacomo
With its innovative circular water recycling system and yacht-inspired design, the houseboat offers a unique modular living solution that fosters community engagement on water.
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Floating Modular Units Featuring Bamboo Facades and Integrated Solar Systems
Floating Modular Units Featuring Bamboo Facades and Integrated Solar Systems
Ainna Sabri, Firkry Khairy, Nurul Atik, Hasdie Aim
Floating above water, these modular units utilize bamboo facades and solar panels to create adaptable living spaces that merge sustainability with functional design.
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Bamboo Skin Huts with PTFE Membrane for Sustainable Coastal Living
Bamboo Skin Huts with PTFE Membrane for Sustainable Coastal Living
Doris Zuo, Kamin Li
Bamboo skin huts, enhanced by microporous PTFE membranes, provide functional and sustainable living spaces for the Bajau community, seamlessly integrating traditional craftsmanship with modern amenities along the coastal waters of Malaysia.
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Floating Urban Oasis With Bird-Friendly Features
Floating Urban Oasis With Bird-Friendly Features
Bochuan Zheng, Fenghe Liao, Haochen Meng
Elevated above potential floodwaters, the floating office tower integrates bird-friendly pathways and vertical gardens while serving as a community hub for workplace flexibility and wellness.
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Floating Oasis with Marble Surfaces and Natural Water Elements
Floating Oasis with Marble Surfaces and Natural Water Elements
Dhruvsri Daggubati
Constructed above a tranquil pond, the floating orbs create a seamless retreat that integrates natural water features and marble elements, serving as a collaborative and relaxing virtual workspace.
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Floating Dreamscape with Soap Bubbles and Water Surfaces in a Utopian Home
Floating Dreamscape with Soap Bubbles and Water Surfaces in a Utopian Home
Bartlomiej Dabrowski
A floating home crafted from soap bubbles and anchored on water surfaces creates a unique environment that merges community interaction with personal privacy in a utopian setting.
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Hologram Visualizer Accessed Through Projector Cube on a Floating Island
Hologram Visualizer Accessed Through Projector Cube on a Floating Island
Dounia Hajji
A two-centimeter projector cube serves as an access key to a hologram-visualized floating island, enhancing user interaction in a versatile living space.
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Floating Habitat with Ecological Concrete and Charred Wood Finish
Floating Habitat with Ecological Concrete and Charred Wood Finish
Bruno Leruste
Constructed from ecological concrete and finished with charred wood, this floating habitat adapts to rising water levels while offering a sustainable living solution.
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Floating Homes With Concrete Hulls and Integrated Greenery
Floating Homes With Concrete Hulls and Integrated Greenery
Walter Hughes
Floating homes with concrete hulls and greenhouse systems create a sustainable residential community that enhances urban living along Vancouver's waterfront.
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