Constructed with basalt stone and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with its snow-covered environment while offering a functional space for communal living and wellness activities.
Utilizing ETFE cladding and a biomimetic design approach, the structure harmonizes with its glacial landscape while providing a versatile space for visitor engagement and interaction with nature.
Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.
Peter Mudde,Peter Canisius,Sjim van Beijsterveld,Daan Hammink
Crafted from weathered steel and designed with an angular footprint, this architectural retreat harmonizes with the Icelandic landscape while providing multifunctional spaces for communal gathering and private reflection.
Clad in reflective aluminum and warm wood, these geometric cabins seamlessly blend into Iceland’s rugged terrain while providing a communal space for trekkers seeking an immersive nature experience.
Constructed with locally sourced rock and gabion walls, the guest house integrates seamlessly into the volcanic landscape, providing visitors with a unique thermal springs experience while preserving the natural topography.
Incorporating geothermal energy and low-carbon concrete within a terraced design, the structure serves as a multifunctional space for culinary experiences and sustainable agricultural education.
Embracing the rugged volcanic landscape, the retreat utilizes cross-laminated timber and locally sourced materials to create a resilient structure that supports winter recreational activities.
Curved glass facades complement the use of recycled wood, creating a community space that draws inspiration from glacial forms while fostering interaction and connection among visitors.
Constructed with corrugated steel and turf insulation, this modular cabin offers a functional retreat for trekkers, seamlessly integrating into the rugged Icelandic landscape.
Constructed with a lightweight ETFE shell that utilizes the igloo effect for efficient thermal regulation, this portable cabin offers a sustainable shelter solution tailored for the rugged Icelandic terrain.
A shallow water feature symbolizes local geothermal activity while warm-colored concrete and strategic window placements create a reflective dialogue with the surrounding volcanic landscape in a museum dedicated to exploring Iceland's geological wonders.
A light-membrane roof and locally sourced stones create a climate-sensitive greenhouse near Myvatn Lake, designed for sustainable cultivation and community engagement.
With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.
Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.
Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.
A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.
The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.
The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.
Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.
Maria Turcu,Mihai Mitrică,Alina Măldărescu,Alina Lixeanu
Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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