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Basalt Columns and Geothermal Heating Enhance Sustainable Winter Retreat Design

Basalt Columns and Geothermal Heating Enhance Sustainable Winter Retreat Design

Xinzi Deng, Yao Wei

Constructed from locally sourced basalt and equipped with geothermal heating, the design offers a sustainable retreat that connects seamlessly with Iceland's volcanic landscape while serving winter sports enthusiasts.

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Waterfront Retreat Emphasizing Volcanic Landscapes and Communal Experiences

Waterfront Retreat Emphasizing Volcanic Landscapes and Communal Experiences

Sadina Tursunovic, Selma Tursunovic

With its thoughtful orientation towards geothermal features and a layout inspired by family connections, the guest house offers visitors an immersive experience that harmonizes communal interaction with the surrounding volcanic landscape.

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Geothermal Energy and Galvanized Metal Towers Enhancing Visitor Connectivity

Geothermal Energy and Galvanized Metal Towers Enhancing Visitor Connectivity

Shabbir Kazmi

Utilizing galvanized metal and geothermal energy, the structures provide elevated viewing platforms that foster an interactive experience with the unique landscape of Myvatn, Iceland.

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Reflective Facade and Perforated Metal Pathways Enhancing Geological Exploration

Reflective Facade and Perforated Metal Pathways Enhancing Geological Exploration

Julia Evancio, Evan Jameson, Diego Kerzer, Tim Horton

An observation tower with a reflective facade and modular perforated metal pathways provides an immersive experience that fosters exploration of the geological features at the intersection of two tectonic plates, serving as a valuable educational hub for visitors.

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Recycled Fabrics and Lur Pillars Framing a Bathing Space Rooted in Folklore

Recycled Fabrics and Lur Pillars Framing a Bathing Space Rooted in Folklore

Dan Ke, Hui Lyu, Bodu Yang

Incorporating recycled fabrics and inspired by the traditional Icelandic lur, the structure embodies a bathing elf, seamlessly integrating folklore with functionality for visitors at the Grjotagja thermal pools.

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Lava Stone Landmark Inspired by Huldufólk Connected to Tectonic Landscape

Lava Stone Landmark Inspired by Huldufólk Connected to Tectonic Landscape

Markus Bergerheim, Sophie Trossbach, My Nordström, Sara Mohtadi

Rising from the Icelandic landscape, the structure features lava stone cladding and is inspired by local folklore, providing a visitor center that invites exploration of its geological and cultural context.

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Embodied Sustainability Through Engineered Timber and Natural Materials in a Visitor Center Design

Embodied Sustainability Through Engineered Timber and Natural Materials in a Visitor Center Design

Jens Van raemdonck, Giel Heymans

Constructed with engineered wood and integrated into the volcanic landscape, the visitor center seamlessly blends natural materials with sustainable design to enhance access to Iceland's geothermal features.

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Corten Steel Structure Embracing Natural Fissures with Geothermal Access

Corten Steel Structure Embracing Natural Fissures with Geothermal Access

Santiago Muros cortés

Cracks in a Corten steel exterior reveal an architectural valley leading to geothermal access, merging natural fissures with the structure's function as a visitor center and viewing tower.

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Round Form Constructed with Local Lava Aggregates and Timber Integration in Volcanic Landscape

Round Form Constructed with Local Lava Aggregates and Timber Integration in Volcanic Landscape

Johanne Brøgger

Constructed with local lava aggregates and framed in timber, the design merges into the volcanic landscape, creating a community space that enhances visitor engagement while reflecting its natural surroundings.

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Glass Structures Offering Panoramic Views in Geothermal Landscape

Glass Structures Offering Panoramic Views in Geothermal Landscape

Birte Holtmann, Sophie Koffon

Clear glass structures provide unobstructed panoramic views of geothermal features, while elevated pathways ensure visitor safety in the unique landscape surrounding the visitor center and viewing tower.

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Geothermal-Driven Retreat with Corrugated Aluminum Cladding and Natural Wood Interiors

Geothermal-Driven Retreat with Corrugated Aluminum Cladding and Natural Wood Interiors

Daniel Sasama

Constructed with corrugated aluminum cladding and complemented by natural wood interiors, the design maximizes geothermal energy use while providing essential amenities for winter sports enthusiasts.

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Turf and Volcanic Rock Guesthouse Embracing Geothermal Landscapes

Turf and Volcanic Rock Guesthouse Embracing Geothermal Landscapes

Gregory Murgatroyd

Constructed with turf and volcanic rock, the guesthouse harmonizes with its geothermal landscape while providing a comfortable setting for communal living and relaxation.

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Fractured Form Amidst Geothermal Pools

Shuting Zhang, Xinzhu You

Set within a tectonic fracture and characterized by a central black box, the observation tower provides a unique vantage point over the geothermal pool at Grjótagjá, enhancing the visitor experience through an immersive connection to the surrounding landscape.

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Tension Cables and Metal Pillars Elevate Visitor Experience in Icelandic Landscape

Tension Cables and Metal Pillars Elevate Visitor Experience in Icelandic Landscape

Cecilia Althoff, Laura Lemaitre

Elevated 35 meters above the Mývatn landscape, a structure supported by tension cables and metal pillars creates a unique vantage point for visitors to engage with the region's geological features while providing a space for rest and observation.

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Bridges of Wire Mesh and Reclaimed Stones Along Geothermal Fissures

Bridges of Wire Mesh and Reclaimed Stones Along Geothermal Fissures

Yifei Liu, Ailun Jin, Shibo Wang, Wanpeng Zu

Set within the geothermal landscape of northern Iceland, clusters of wire mesh walls and flexible net bridges guide visitors through a series of viewpoints that showcase the dynamic fissures, offering an interactive experience with the natural environment.

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Biological Concrete and Precast Panels in a Natural Gateway Experience

Biological Concrete and Precast Panels in a Natural Gateway Experience

Danielle Willkens, Ryan Roark

Incorporating biological concrete that fosters lichen growth and precast panels inspired by local basalt cliffs, the design functions as a visitor center that deepens connections to Iceland's unique geothermal landscape.

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Geothermal Heating and Glulam Structure in a Circular Greenhouse Cuisine

Geothermal Heating and Glulam Structure in a Circular Greenhouse Cuisine

Syafiq Jubri

Constructed with timber glulam and utilizing geothermal heating, the circular structure harmonizes with its environment while providing a greenhouse that enhances the dining experience through direct engagement with food production.

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Culinary Hub Embracing Mycelium and Geothermal Energy

Culinary Hub Embracing Mycelium and Geothermal Energy

Ryall Burden

Utilizing geothermal energy and mycelium technology, the design integrates a culinary hub with an edible garden to foster sustainable food practices and community engagement.

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Hempcrete Walls and Timber Trusses in a Geothermal Thermal Oasis

Hempcrete Walls and Timber Trusses in a Geothermal Thermal Oasis

Jimi Mckay, Ana Claver García

Constructed with hempcrete walls and timber trusses, the facility emerges as a sustainable oasis in Iceland’s geothermal landscape, offering visitors a unique thermal bathing experience enriched by its integration with nature.

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Geothermal-Centered Facility with Vertical Farming and Polycarbonate Light Integration

Geothermal-Centered Facility with Vertical Farming and Polycarbonate Light Integration

Jiajie Yuan

Integrating vertical farming systems with polycarbonate elements, this geothermal facility enhances ecological sustainability while providing spaces for community engagement and therapeutic activities.

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Victor Paixão, Paula Sertório, Raphael Nogueira

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An Eco Visitor Center Woven from Local Palm Materials

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Mevlut Cihan Alkan, Ahmet Serdar Aydın

Constructed using woven palm leaves and local materials, the visitor center integrates with the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, providing educational spaces that foster a connection between visitors and the surrounding ecosystem.

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An Experiential Observation Structure Celebrating Urban Views

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Ekaterina Shomesova, Pavel Nasonov

An enclosed observation area with all-round visibility allows visitors to engage deeply with the surrounding landscape while a series of designed balconies promotes social interaction and solitude, functioning as an urban lookout point.