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Geopolymer Structures Embracing Nature Through Processed Bark and Floating Units in a Serene Latvian Setting
Geopolymer Structures Embracing Nature Through Processed Bark and Floating Units in a Serene Latvian Setting
Yong Huang, Eduardo Cabrera, Madeline Montgomery, Alec Leibengood
Harnessing the resilience of geopolymer materials and the organic aesthetic of processed bark, this architectural endeavor blends seamlessly with its Latvian surroundings while providing temporary accommodation that fosters a connection to nature.
latvia travel accommodation sustainability communal nature temporary pavilion wood geopolymer
Gyrostabilized Floating Units With Transparent Facades and Adaptive Living Spaces
Gyrostabilized Floating Units With Transparent Facades and Adaptive Living Spaces
Hyeseon Lee, Yejin Rim, Ju hyun Bae, Seokha Seokha
Floating units equipped with gyrostabilizers and surrounded by transparent facades redefine adaptive living, providing a resilient community space in response to rising sea levels.
floating housing modular sustainability community resilience coastal innovation urban refuge
Sustainable Living Elevated by Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Floating Gardens
Sustainable Living Elevated by Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Floating Gardens
Marcin Trzaska, Julia Bauer, Barbara Bech
Elevated above water on a floating foundation and framed with warm cross-laminated timber panels, this innovative residential space merges ecological harmony with modern living.
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Floating Community Units Crafted with Local Timber and Biogas Systems for Sustainable Living
Floating Community Units Crafted with Local Timber and Biogas Systems for Sustainable Living
Murillo Rodrigues Pereira, Gabriel Costa Bignotto Pereira , Luiz Vitor Sant' Anna, Wilker Kênio Moreira Leonel
Constructed using local timber and biogas systems, these floating living units offer a sustainable solution for the palafita slums of Santos, transforming water into a vibrant community space for families.
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Floating Disaster Relief Center With Modular Steel Framework and Waterproof Wood Finishes
Floating Disaster Relief Center With Modular Steel Framework and Waterproof Wood Finishes
Tuğçe Gül, Sude berfin Çevik, Emre Sezer, Sümeyye Özelçi
Constructed using a modular steel framework and finished with waterproof wood, this floating facility serves as a versatile disaster relief center while seamlessly integrating into its marine environment.
turkey floating disaster research marine sustainability resilience modular tuzla infrastructure
Floating Habitat Crafted From Recycled Plastic and Solar-Integrated Composite Panels
Floating Habitat Crafted From Recycled Plastic and Solar-Integrated Composite Panels
Junxian Poon
Crafted entirely from recycled plastic and integrated with solar panels, this floating habitat not only tackles environmental challenges but also offers a resilient and sustainable living solution in aquatic environments.
floating sustainability recycled plastic coastal modular community renewable water living
Modular Floating Units Crafted From Durable Composite Materials Promoting Coastal Resilience
Modular Floating Units Crafted From Durable Composite Materials Promoting Coastal Resilience
Cheng-yang Huang, William Chandra, Yu-Hsi Lin
Modular hexagonal units crafted from eco-friendly materials rise and fall with tide changes, creating a resilient coastal community designed for sustainable living.
taiwan floating sustainable community modular housing coastal renewable innovative resilience
Floating Community Units Constructed with Cross-Laminated Timber and Integrated Hydroponic Gardens
Floating Community Units Constructed with Cross-Laminated Timber and Integrated Hydroponic Gardens
Frank Mei, Fagun Mishra
Constructed using buoyant modular units and cross-laminated timber, this innovative housing solution integrates hydroponic gardens to create a self-sustaining community resilient to rising sea levels.
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Floating Residences Featuring Marine-Grade Plywood and Steel Frameworks for Waterfront Living
Floating Residences Featuring Marine-Grade Plywood and Steel Frameworks for Waterfront Living
梦婷 张
Crafted from marine-grade plywood and framed in steel, these floating residences redefine waterfront living by merging modern architecture with adaptable, nature-inspired spaces for urban dwellers seeking tranquility.
floating homes urban sustainability modular biophilic water community minimalism residential
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Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
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Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
Design a safe and supportive space to those struggling with a terminal illness
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Design a concrete pavilion
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Museum of Emotions
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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Design affordable housing for Denver
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The Architect's Chair
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The Architect's Chair

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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

Choose a site—used, abandoned, or forgotten—anywhere in the world, and give it a new purpose
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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