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Reflective Water Features and Elliptical Form Highlight Charred Wood and Frosted Glass in a Nocturnal Retreat
Reflective Water Features and Elliptical Form Highlight Charred Wood and Frosted Glass in a Nocturnal Retreat
Yuqing Liu
A captivating interplay of charred wood shingles and frosted glass comes together in an elliptical form that reflects the surrounding landscape, creating a unique nighttime sanctuary for its inhabitants to enjoy nature.
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Curvilinear Form Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber With Illuminated Spherical Center
Curvilinear Form Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber With Illuminated Spherical Center
Austin Autrey
Crafted from cross-laminated timber, the curvilinear pavilion invites community interaction while illuminating the space with a suspended spherical centerpiece, serving as a gathering place for shared reflection and connection.
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Mirrored Steel Reflections Amidst Black Marble Niches in a Birch Grove Memorial
Mirrored Steel Reflections Amidst Black Marble Niches in a Birch Grove Memorial
Shenglan Xu, Jiaqi Li
Mirrored steel elements and dark-frosted marble niches merge seamlessly with the birch forest, creating a tranquil space for remembrance and reflection in a thoughtfully designed columbarium.
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Sound-Reactive LED Installation with Reflective Plexiglass and Aluminum Elements
Sound-Reactive LED Installation with Reflective Plexiglass and Aluminum Elements
Arianna Conidi, Khadija Waheed
With its sound-reactive LED light panels and reflective Plexiglass structure, this Berlin-based installation creates an engaging environment that immerses users in the vibrant energy of the city’s techno scene.
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Geometric Facade of Channel Glass and Steel Nestled Among Basalt Formations for Visitor Engagement
Geometric Facade of Channel Glass and Steel Nestled Among Basalt Formations for Visitor Engagement
Lily Reid
With a dynamic facade crafted from channel glass and steel that echoes the region's unique basalt formations, the center offers visitors a captivating space to experience Iceland's breathtaking landscape.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Structures Featuring Charred Wooden Shingles for Sustainable Urban Housing
Cross-Laminated Timber Structures Featuring Charred Wooden Shingles for Sustainable Urban Housing
Jeff Gard
Utilizing cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles, this innovative housing solution redefines urban living by transforming parking lots into flexible, affordable residences that foster community engagement and sustainability.
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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.
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Geothermal Observation Tower Featuring WPC Cladding and Frosted Glass in a Natural Landscape
Geothermal Observation Tower Featuring WPC Cladding and Frosted Glass in a Natural Landscape
Ahmed Aiad
Crafted with WPC cladding and large panels of frosted glass, the tower harmonizes with its natural surroundings while utilizing a geothermal system to create a sustainable observation space for visitors to immerse themselves in the picturesque landscape.
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Curvilinear Form Crafted from Weathered Timber and Frosted Glass in an Ecological Learning Hub
Curvilinear Form Crafted from Weathered Timber and Frosted Glass in an Ecological Learning Hub
Phill Mashabane
Crafted with weathered timber shingles and frosted glass, the visitor center seamlessly integrates a curvilinear form with its lush surroundings, serving as a gateway for ecological education and immersive nature exploration.
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Modular transit hub utilizing repurposed shipping containers and integrated community spaces
Modular transit hub utilizing repurposed shipping containers and integrated community spaces
Mark Szoke
This innovative modular transit hub reimagines urban travel spaces by transforming repurposed shipping containers into functional community areas, featuring insulated walls and customizable aesthetics that adapt to diverse environments.
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Floating Habitat Crafted with Triangular Metal Framework and Frosted Glass Panels
Floating Habitat Crafted with Triangular Metal Framework and Frosted Glass Panels
Eleana Georgousi, Christina Mytilinaiou
Buoyant and resilient, the architectural design employs a modular floating platform with a triangular metal framework and frosted glass panels, creating a self-sufficient living space that adapts to the challenges of coastal environments.
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Reflective Glass And Stone Memorial Emphasizing Interconnectedness Through Introspection
Reflective Glass And Stone Memorial Emphasizing Interconnectedness Through Introspection
Suraj Kadam
The interplay of reflective glass and robust stone creates a space dedicated to meditation and remembrance, inviting visitors to engage with their memories while honoring collective histories through thoughtful design.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Frosted Windows Create Community Clusters in a Vineyard Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Frosted Windows Create Community Clusters in a Vineyard Retreat
Mark Chalhoub, Lejla Sejdinovic, Niyousha Ahmadi naeini
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and large frosted windows, the design creates an inviting cluster of private spaces that harmonize with the surrounding vineyard, offering a unique retreat for guests.
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Channel Glass Façade and Tectonic Bridge Create a Unique Visitor Center Experience
Channel Glass Façade and Tectonic Bridge Create a Unique Visitor Center Experience
Xiu hong Ng
A channel glass façade seamlessly mirrors the region's tectonic landscape while a modular bridge provides panoramic views, enhancing visitor engagement in this unique geological observation center.
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Translucent Fiber-Cement Form Overlooking Tectonic Fissures With Natural Light Integration
Translucent Fiber-Cement Form Overlooking Tectonic Fissures With Natural Light Integration
Hui Guo, Zhixiao Zheng
Set against a backdrop of tectonic fissures, the gallery’s zigzag concrete form harmonizes with the Icelandic landscape while integrating fiber-cement and local stone to create an immersive space for cultural exhibitions and geological exploration.
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Colored Tile Facade Reflecting Vineyard Views in a Contemporary Cinema Design
Colored Tile Facade Reflecting Vineyard Views in a Contemporary Cinema Design
Jeff Jang
A vibrant colored tile facade inspired by the local vineyard harmonizes with its natural surroundings, creating a cinematic experience that invites engagement with both film and nature.
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Breathable Spaces Crafted From Fiber-Reinforced Concrete and Frosted Glass in a Geographical Dialogue
Breathable Spaces Crafted From Fiber-Reinforced Concrete and Frosted Glass in a Geographical Dialogue
Mauro Martinez, Agustina Fernandez vallejo
Crafted with fiber-reinforced concrete and frosted glass, the architecture harmoniously interweaves the concept of breathing with its stunning landscape context, serving as an engaging educational space that unveils the secrets of Iceland's volcanic heritage.
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Rotating Observation Tower With Silicon Walkways Enhancing Wildlife Engagement
Rotating Observation Tower With Silicon Walkways Enhancing Wildlife Engagement
Ariana Patterson
A rotating observation tower with silicon walkways allows visitors to engage intimately with the dynamic habitat of flamingos, seamlessly integrating eco-friendly materials and flexible design to enhance wildlife observation experiences.
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Frosted Glass Retreat Elevated on Corten Steel with Natural Timber Accents
Frosted Glass Retreat Elevated on Corten Steel with Natural Timber Accents
Anna Kosichenko, Abiraahmy Nareshkumar, Annabel Lee, Stephan rené Holvik
Elevated above the forest floor on a sturdy Corten steel base, the frosted glass meditation space merges seamlessly with natural timber finishes to create a tranquil retreat for reflection and mindfulness.
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Clasped Hands of Structural Steel and Reinforced Glass Emphasize Unity in Commemorative Space
Clasped Hands of Structural Steel and Reinforced Glass Emphasize Unity in Commemorative Space
ARTHUR WARREN NORDFORS III, PHILLIP GRASSO, VICTORIA FORD
With a façade of clasped hands crafted from structural steel and reinforced glass, this memorial serves as a poignant symbol of unity and resilience, inviting reflection and education on the shared history of the Baltic States.
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