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Elevated Viewing Platform and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Geothermal Visitor Center

Elevated Viewing Platform and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Geothermal Visitor Center

Sari King, Ryan Darius, Ching-han Chiang

An angular silhouette rises above the geothermal landscape, formed with cross-laminated timber and enhanced by an elevated viewing platform, creating a unique visitor center that invites exploration of the natural springs and caves.

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Cascading Lookouts with Etfe Canopies and Natural Bath Spaces

Cascading Lookouts with Etfe Canopies and Natural Bath Spaces

Mirtilla Alliata di montereale, James Jiang

Designed with cascading lookouts and ETFE canopies, the building connects visitors to the natural landscape while facilitating access to adjacent natural baths.

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Perforated Walkways Enhancing Tectonic Experiences in Icelandic Landscape

Perforated Walkways Enhancing Tectonic Experiences in Icelandic Landscape

Emanuele Carenzo, Martina Conti, Edoardo Tadini, Paolo Zanini

Perforated walkways guide visitors through a tectonic landscape in Iceland, connecting the unique geological features of Grótagjá's caves with a welcoming center designed for tourism.

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Basalt-Clad Watchtower Embracing Geothermal Landscapes with Subterranean Spaces

Basalt-Clad Watchtower Embracing Geothermal Landscapes with Subterranean Spaces

Harrison Burton

A slanted basalt-clad structure draws visitors into the geothermal landscape of Grjótagjá, providing an immersive experience and multifunctional space that fosters community engagement.

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Geothermal Heating and Photovoltaic Glazing in a Basalt-Inspired Visitor Center

Geothermal Heating and Photovoltaic Glazing in a Basalt-Inspired Visitor Center

Conor Lyons

Inspired by the region's basalt formations, the visitor center utilizes geothermal heating and photovoltaic glazing to create a sustainable hub for exploring the Grjotagja Cave.

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Tectonic Strata Pavilion with Corrugated Metal and Concrete Elements

Tectonic Strata Pavilion with Corrugated Metal and Concrete Elements

Michael Carrizosa, Miguel angel Carrizosa

Straddling two tectonic plates, the design integrates corrugated metal and concrete to create a visitor center and lighthouse that offers accessible pathways to the unique geological features of Grjótagjá.

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Timber Gridshell Embraces Hverfjall's Landscape Through Cave-Like Spaces

Timber Gridshell Embraces Hverfjall's Landscape Through Cave-Like Spaces

Kyle Coxe

The timber gridshell rises above the Icelandic landscape, offering cave-like spaces that enhance the experience of Hverfjall while serving as a multifunctional café and gathering area for visitors.

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Concrete Shells Embracing Geological Context for a Cinematic Experience

Concrete Shells Embracing Geological Context for a Cinematic Experience

Berkin Islam

Concrete shells intersect with the geological landscape of Iceland, creating an underground exhibition gallery that enhances the cinematic experience within a unique cultural setting.

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Cave-Like Pavilion Embracing Concrete and Aluminum in the Icelandic Landscape

Cave-Like Pavilion Embracing Concrete and Aluminum in the Icelandic Landscape

Videlia Veriska, Dara Indira Okta, Alva Maula Rahman

Set against the backdrop of Iceland’s dramatic landscape, a cave-like pavilion constructed from concrete and aluminum invites visitors to immerse themselves in cinematic experiences while connecting with the natural beauty of the surrounding environment.

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Hanging Bridge Connecting Volcanic Stone and Natural Landscape in Icelandic Mythology

Hanging Bridge Connecting Volcanic Stone and Natural Landscape in Icelandic Mythology

Eduardo Yepez garzon, Esteban Serrano, Christian Galeas

A hanging bridge elegantly spans the fissure between tectonic plates, framed by volcanic stone and natural turf, inviting visitors to explore the caves of Grjótagjá while engaging with Icelandic mythology.

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Perforated Corten Steel and Timber Integration in a Visitor Center for Geothermal Exploration

Perforated Corten Steel and Timber Integration in a Visitor Center for Geothermal Exploration

Magdalena Fuchs, Mateusz Cęckiewicz

Utilizing perforated corten steel and sustainably sourced timber, the visitor center seamlessly integrates with the geothermal landscape, providing essential amenities for tourists exploring Iceland's unique geological features.

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Elevated Café Overlooking Hverfjall Crafted with Local Stones

Elevated Café Overlooking Hverfjall Crafted with Local Stones

Andreas Amdahl

An elevated café framed by local stones offers panoramic views of Hverfjall while seamlessly connecting visitors to the tranquil experience of the nearby Kvennagjá cave.

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Black Carbonized Wood Structure Emphasizing Geological Education in Iceland

Black Carbonized Wood Structure Emphasizing Geological Education in Iceland

Maria Michailidou, Maxime Petersen

Constructed with black carbonized wood, the tower integrates educational exhibition boxes that explore the geological history of the Grótagjá caves while providing panoramic views of the Icelandic landscape.

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Curved Pathway and Recycled Steel Watchtower Embracing Natural Caves

Curved Pathway and Recycled Steel Watchtower Embracing Natural Caves

Antonis Koulouthros, Dimitris Papoutsis, Chrysanthi Mastori, George Smponias

A watchtower constructed from recycled steel rises above a curved pathway that guides visitors through a fissure, enhancing the experience of exploring the unique cave systems in Iceland.

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Polished Aluminum Pavilion Overlooking Unique Geological Features

Polished Aluminum Pavilion Overlooking Unique Geological Features

Barry Van waveren

The polished aluminum pavilion provides a central hub for visitors while offering panoramic views of the surrounding geological features, enhancing the experience of the unique landscape through well-planned pathways and elevated observation points.

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Natural Light and Dark Corridor Enhance Community Engagement in Film Pavilion

Natural Light and Dark Corridor Enhance Community Engagement in Film Pavilion

Sungyeop Ko, Jaeyong Lee, Hyeonuk Kim, Chungyoung Kim

A long, dark corridor transitions into bright communal spaces, utilizing natural light to foster engagement and reflection within a pavilion dedicated to Icelandic cinema.

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Caves and Concrete: a Pavilion Embracing Landscape Through Telescopic Views

Caves and Concrete: a Pavilion Embracing Landscape Through Telescopic Views

Khrystyna Skorik

The integration of exposed aggregate concrete and large glass windows in a pavilion near the Grjótagjá Caves offers visitors telescopic views of Myvatn Nature Bath, creating a unique cinematic experience grounded in its natural surroundings.

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Kinetic Glass Chasm with Grass Roof in Northern Icelandic Landscape

Kinetic Glass Chasm with Grass Roof in Northern Icelandic Landscape

Pu Vallin

A kinetic glass chasm, embedded within a grass-roofed structure reflecting the rift between tectonic plates, serves as a dynamic venue for celebrating Icelandic cinema while harmonizing with the surrounding landscape.

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Pendulum-Inspired Observation Point Wrapped in Korten Steel and Local Wood

Pendulum-Inspired Observation Point Wrapped in Korten Steel and Local Wood

Anton markus Pasing

A pendulum hall illustrates seismic activity within a tower constructed of Korten steel and local wood, providing a unique observation point that deepens visitor engagement with the geological features of the Grjótagjá Trench.

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Panoramic Pavilion Connecting Icelandic Film Heritage with Nature

Panoramic Pavilion Connecting Icelandic Film Heritage with Nature

Ralph Frühwirth, Martyna Idasiak, John Phasin Edmonds, Javier Ignacio Navarro Puig

The 360-degree viewpoint terrace offers expansive views of the Mid-Atlantic ridge while seamlessly integrating a movie pavilion that celebrates Icelandic cinema and its rich natural landscape.

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