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Cross-Laminated Timber Pavilion Embracing Geological Narrative Through Charred Wooden Shingles
Cross-Laminated Timber Pavilion Embracing Geological Narrative Through Charred Wooden Shingles
Alvaro Mosquera
Cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles define a cantilevered structure that echoes the region's geological narratives while serving as a community hub for cultural engagement and social interaction.
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Conduits of Volcanic Ash Shaping a Visitor Center Experience
Conduits of Volcanic Ash Shaping a Visitor Center Experience
Zofia Andrzejewska, Hubert Cebulski
Constructed from bright monolithic concrete mixed with volcanic ash, the visitor center integrates geodetic forms that echo the surrounding landscape while providing an educational space focused on the dynamic processes of Iceland's geology.
iceland visitor center volcano education geology concrete caf nature exhibit experience
Hovering Structure With Low-E Glass and Engaging Fault Line Experience
Hovering Structure With Low-E Glass and Engaging Fault Line Experience
Alex Kodama, Brianna Leonard, Caitlin Eberle, Tavis Erickson
Rising 10.5 meters above the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the design utilizes low-E glass to create an immersive visitor center that fosters engagement with the geological features of the fault line.
iceland visitor center geological interactive hovering sustainability geothermal education nature public engagement
Cracked Formations and Geological Narratives in a Northern Landscape
Cracked Formations and Geological Narratives in a Northern Landscape
Gun Lee
Emerging from a geological crack, the observatory integrates modular elements to engage visitors with Northern Iceland's unique tectonic landscape while providing essential viewing spaces for exploration and education.
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Split Tower Featuring Natural Stone and Dark Hardwood at Tectonic Plates Intersection
Split Tower Featuring Natural Stone and Dark Hardwood at Tectonic Plates Intersection
Kristijan Mitrovski
Located at the convergence of the North American and Eurasian plates, the split tower utilizes natural stone and dark hardwood to create an engaging visitor center that facilitates exploration and understanding of its geological surroundings.
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Basalt Monoliths Embracing Geothermal Warmth in a Geological Landscape
Basalt Monoliths Embracing Geothermal Warmth in a Geological Landscape
Pauline Hamet, Elia Lagabrielle
Emerging from the volcanic landscape, basalt monoliths frame warm bathing areas that offer visitors a unique connection to the geological features of the Vogagjà Fault.
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Exploring Subterranean Spaces Through Dark Concrete and Volcanic Formations
Exploring Subterranean Spaces Through Dark Concrete and Volcanic Formations
Bertille Bouchard, Estelle Didier, Charlotte Malgoyre
Constructed from dark concrete and volcanic materials, the design elegantly integrates with Iceland's geological landscape while serving as a gateway for exploration and education around its subterranean caves.
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Tectonic Inspired Observation Tower Featuring Wood-Panel Concrete
Tectonic Inspired Observation Tower Featuring Wood-Panel Concrete
Su jin Lee, JONG WON CHOI
The observation tower's design, inspired by tectonic movement and constructed with wood-panel printed concrete, creates a unique vantage point for visitors to engage with the surrounding landscape.
iceland observation tower public private sustainability geology landscape viewing integration
Volcanic Stone Integration with Green Roofing in a Community Education Hub
Volcanic Stone Integration with Green Roofing in a Community Education Hub
Brigs Lenz-giarlis, Liam Cooke, Alexander Giarlis
Incorporating local volcanic stone and a living roof, the facility serves as a community hub focused on geological education and environmental awareness.
iceland museum geology volcano education sustainability exhibition community landscape environment
Turf-Clad Shelter Connecting Visitors to Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Turf-Clad Shelter Connecting Visitors to Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Samuel Woods
Clad in turf, the visitor center emerges from the volcanic landscape of Dummoborgir, offering an immersive experience that encourages exploration and reflection in the heart of Iceland’s unique geological features.
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Tectonic Granite and Timber Structure Seamlessly Integrating with a Volcanic Landscape
Tectonic Granite and Timber Structure Seamlessly Integrating with a Volcanic Landscape
Tan Atayurt, Erdinç Can
Intersecting volumes of charred timber and granite emerge from the volcanic landscape, creating a space for community engagement and reflection within a functional coffee shop environment.
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Geological Integration Through Extrusions and Mound Features
Geological Integration Through Extrusions and Mound Features
Stephen Mccann
Emerging from the Hverfjall landscape, the design incorporates extrusions and mound features that enhance geological awareness while providing a functional lookout for hikers.
iceland lookout nature geology public space hiking viewing landscape interaction
Tensegrity Overlooking Geothermal Springs in a Concrete Pavilion
Tensegrity Overlooking Geothermal Springs in a Concrete Pavilion
Juan carlos Antón torres, Alvaro Antón torres, Juan carlos Antón fernández, Ana Antón fernández
A tensegrity tower rises above geothermal springs, connecting visitors to the geological landscape of Iceland through half-buried pavilions and guided pathways.
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Volcanic Aggregates and Gray Concrete Anchoring Tectonic Engagements in Visitor Center Design
Volcanic Aggregates and Gray Concrete Anchoring Tectonic Engagements in Visitor Center Design
Adriana Arteaga, Blake Villwock, Rahul Attraya
Set against the tectonic ridge formed by the North American and Eurasian plates, the design integrates gray concrete and volcanic aggregates to create a visitor center that promotes community engagement and education within a unique geological context.
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Steel Columns and Geological Engagement in a Tectonic Landscape
Steel Columns and Geological Engagement in a Tectonic Landscape
Deniz Ozturk
Emerging from the rift of tectonic plates, a tower constructed with steel columns seamlessly integrates into Iceland's dramatic landscape, providing essential services for visitors to explore the region's geothermal features.
iceland visitor center observation tower caf geothermal tectonic underground landscape natural public
Turf Roofs and Corrugated Metal Unite at the Tectonic Divide
Turf Roofs and Corrugated Metal Unite at the Tectonic Divide
Azlan syarawi bin Mokhtar, Shazuin binti Ya'acob
Set at the tectonic divide, the structure blends turf roofs and corrugated metal to create a visitor center that offers both public baths and private relaxation spaces while engaging with the unique geological landscape.
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Corten Metal Gateway Emphasizes Geological Narratives in Visitor Shelter
Corten Metal Gateway Emphasizes Geological Narratives in Visitor Shelter
Shiva Keyvanfar
Corten metal panels engraved with tectonic illustrations create a compelling entrance that connects visitors to the geological narratives of the Grjotagja area, providing a unique shelter for exploration and reflection amidst the natural landscape.
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Bridges of Glass and Concrete Connecting Continents Through Tectonic Forms
Bridges of Glass and Concrete Connecting Continents Through Tectonic Forms
Bryan Dunkelberger
Unique bridges connect two continents, with expansive glass facades and layered viewing platforms that immerse visitors in Iceland's tectonic landscape, serving as a focal point for exploration and interaction.
iceland observation landmark cultural visitor bridges glass nature tectonic platforms
Grass-Covered Roof and Sunken Exhibition Hall in Volcanic Landscape
Grass-Covered Roof and Sunken Exhibition Hall in Volcanic Landscape
Denis Merkulov
The sunken exhibition hall, topped with a grass-covered roof, creates an immersive experience within the rugged volcanic landscape while serving as a dedicated space for exploring Iceland's geological history.
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Lavix Stones and Traditional Materials Shaping a Geological Narrative Museum
Lavix Stones and Traditional Materials Shaping a Geological Narrative Museum
Battelli Cesare
Utilizing Lavix stones and traditional materials, the design creates an intricate connection to the geological landscape while serving as a museum dedicated to the interplay of art and nature.
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