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Wellness retreat crafted with reclaimed wood and bamboo elements for seamless connection to nature
Wellness retreat crafted with reclaimed wood and bamboo elements for seamless connection to nature
Cordelia Kent
Nestled harmoniously within its natural surroundings, this wellness retreat features expansive glass doors and a thoughtful use of reclaimed wood and bamboo, blending functionality with a serene environment designed to enhance mindfulness and connection to nature.
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Residential retreat featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles in a tropical landscape
Residential retreat featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles in a tropical landscape
Kenan Vatrenjak
This residential retreat elegantly blends cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles to create a refined yet sustainable living space that fosters a deep connection with the lush tropical landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazing Create Seamless Integration with Nature in Thoughtful Retreat Design
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazing Create Seamless Integration with Nature in Thoughtful Retreat Design
Alicia Hergenroeder
With charred wooden shingles that elegantly blend into the forest backdrop and expansive glazing that invites natural light while framing stunning views, the design offers a serene retreat for mindfulness and community engagement.
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Lodging Retreat Crafted with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles for Enhanced Natural Harmony
Lodging Retreat Crafted with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles for Enhanced Natural Harmony
Anna Lundh, Shadi Jalali heravi, Alisher Jalaldinov
This lodging retreat harmoniously blends dark zinc cladding and cross-laminated timber panels, offering guests an immersive experience of the aurora borealis through thoughtfully designed "light ring" dwellings positioned to celebrate the natural landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and High-Performance Glass in a Community-Centric Gathering Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and High-Performance Glass in a Community-Centric Gathering Space
Yat Hang Wu, Tsun Yi Lam, Yueyang Li
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and high-performance glass, the design creates an inviting and sustainable gathering space that connects community members while embracing its natural surroundings.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Inviting Community Spaces Amidst Natural Landscapes
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Inviting Community Spaces Amidst Natural Landscapes
Myriam De mesa amores, Pol Fernández fernández
With its charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a seamless integration into the natural landscape, fostering a vibrant community hub that invites both residents and visitors to gather and engage.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping a Wine Tasting Experience Amidst Scenic Views
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping a Wine Tasting Experience Amidst Scenic Views
Cette Valentine
With its elegant charred wooden shingles and arched passages that frame scenic vineyard views, the design provides an inviting atmosphere for immersive wine tasting experiences.
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Spiral Glass Dome and Natural Stone Create A Unique Cinematic Experience In Iceland’s Volcanic Landscape
Spiral Glass Dome and Natural Stone Create A Unique Cinematic Experience In Iceland’s Volcanic Landscape
André García, Cristina Parra
A spiral glass dome elegantly rises from the volcanic landscape, harmonizing with natural stone to create an immersive cinema that invites audiences into a unique cultural experience in the heart of Iceland.
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Geothermal Cinema Enveloped in Reinforced Concrete with Expansive Views and Natural Timber Elements
Geothermal Cinema Enveloped in Reinforced Concrete with Expansive Views and Natural Timber Elements
Luis miguel De jesus, Oriana Álvarez Braiz, Belén Moreno Pedrejón, Elisa Suela
Enveloped in reinforced concrete and adorned with natural timber, this geothermal cinema offers panoramic views of Iceland's stunning landscape while immersing visitors in a diverse cultural and cinematic experience.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazed Facades Define A Community-Centric Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazed Facades Define A Community-Centric Space
Salman Zangeneh, Sepideh Seyfollahi
With its charred wooden shingles and expansive glazed facades seamlessly integrated into the landscape, the design fosters community interaction while serving as a multifunctional hub for local gatherings.
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Community Center Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles Showcasing Sustainable Design Principles
Community Center Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles Showcasing Sustainable Design Principles
Ewa Bartanowicz, Aleksandra Kasper-solakiewicz, Jakub Jaskuła
This community center seamlessly integrates cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles, creating a sustainable haven that fosters community engagement while harmonizing with its natural surroundings.
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Community center featuring translucent acrylic panels and a spiral staircase design in a sustainable urban landscape
Community center featuring translucent acrylic panels and a spiral staircase design in a sustainable urban landscape
Lauris Eb
This community center seamlessly integrates translucent acrylic panels and a fluid spiral staircase within a sustainable urban landscape, creating inviting spaces that foster connection and interaction while harmonizing with nature.
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Visitor center featuring cross-laminated timber panels and a butterfly roof within a natural landscape
Visitor center featuring cross-laminated timber panels and a butterfly roof within a natural landscape
Marco Marchetti, Giulia Turci
Nestled within a serene wooded landscape, this visitor center utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and a distinctive butterfly roof to create a sustainable hub that seamlessly connects visitors with nature.
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Residential building featuring cross-laminated timber panels and charred wood shingles in a sustainable design approach
Residential building featuring cross-laminated timber panels and charred wood shingles in a sustainable design approach
Michael Freund, Jeffery Brown
This residential building showcases a harmonious blend of cross-laminated timber panels and charred wood shingles, embodying a thoughtful approach to sustainable design that seamlessly integrates with its urban context.
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Reflective Panels and Acrylic Surfaces in a Community-Centric Urban Space
Reflective Panels and Acrylic Surfaces in a Community-Centric Urban Space
D.h. Kim
Employing reflective panels and acrylic surfaces, the design creates a community-centric urban space that promotes both introspection and interaction among individuals, redefining how people connect within their environment.
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Dragon-Inspired Sanctuary Crafted With Green High-Performance Alloy and Antibacterial Materials
Dragon-Inspired Sanctuary Crafted With Green High-Performance Alloy and Antibacterial Materials
Francesca Di giacomo
Crafted with Green High-Performance Alloy and designed with dragon-inspired elements, this meditation sanctuary in the heart of Tokyo offers a tranquil refuge that harmonizes traditional culture with contemporary wellness needs.
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Meditative Cabanas Featuring Plant Integration and Transparent Glass in Urban Ecology
Meditative Cabanas Featuring Plant Integration and Transparent Glass in Urban Ecology
Ethan Seaver
Nestled within an urban landscape, the transparent glass structures and integrated plant life create a harmonious sanctuary for meditation and self-reflection, bridging the gap between nature and the city.
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Undulating Roof Forms Clad in Natural Stone and Timber Emphasizing Vineyard Integration and Sustainability
Undulating Roof Forms Clad in Natural Stone and Timber Emphasizing Vineyard Integration and Sustainability
Frank Boehm
With an undulating roof design crafted from natural stone and timber that seamlessly interacts with the surrounding vineyard landscape, the accommodation offers a unique retreat that emphasizes sustainability and community engagement.
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Circular Sanctuary Crafted from Timber and Natural Stone Emphasizing Community and Reflection
Circular Sanctuary Crafted from Timber and Natural Stone Emphasizing Community and Reflection
Brock Muir
A circular cloister constructed from locally sourced timber and natural stone provides a harmonious haven for artists seeking both communal engagement and personal reflection within the serene landscape of Latvia.
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Elevated Living in Terra Cotta and Local Wood Amid Marsh Ecology
Elevated Living in Terra Cotta and Local Wood Amid Marsh Ecology
Rotteleur Benoit
Elevated on stilts to preserve marshland ecology, the dwelling seamlessly integrates local wood and terra cotta to create a sustainable habitat that offers unique living experiences within a tranquil natural setting.
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