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Home Utilizing Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles for Sustainable Living
Home Utilizing Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles for Sustainable Living
Yufan Liu, Chun Zhou, Yi Yang, Song Zhang
This thoughtfully designed home seamlessly integrates cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, creating a sustainable living environment that prioritizes natural light and outdoor connections through a carefully orchestrated layout.
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Dappled Light Effects Enhanced by Textured Brick and Transparent Glass in Community-Focused Residential Living
Dappled Light Effects Enhanced by Textured Brick and Transparent Glass in Community-Focused Residential Living
Alex Fown, Cayley Black
With an architectural design that strategically utilizes textured brick and expansive glass to create a play of dappled light, the residence seamlessly merges private and community spaces, fostering interaction in a vibrant urban environment.
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Sustainable Timber Structure Featuring Translucent Light Panels with Flexible Living Spaces
Sustainable Timber Structure Featuring Translucent Light Panels with Flexible Living Spaces
Guangzu Wang
Crafted from sustainable timber and enhanced by translucent light panels, this compact residence redefines urban living with its flexible spaces and seamless indoor-outdoor connection.
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Artists' residency featuring reclaimed cedar wood and a green roof system nestled by a tranquil lakeside.
Artists' residency featuring reclaimed cedar wood and a green roof system nestled by a tranquil lakeside.
Melissa Caron-labrecque
Nestled by a serene lake, this artist residency blends reclaimed cedar wood with expansive glass walls and a green roof, creating a sustainable haven that fosters creativity and connection with nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Timber Frame Defining Artistic Living Near Lake Cernoties
Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Timber Frame Defining Artistic Living Near Lake Cernoties
Nicole Wen
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and a framework of laminated timber, the design harmoniously blends artistic expression with family living, all while nestled alongside the serene beauty of Lake Cernoties.
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Diagonal Facades Enhanced by Natural Light and Integrated Solar Panels in Urban Housing
Diagonal Facades Enhanced by Natural Light and Integrated Solar Panels in Urban Housing
Alejandro Orbe
Diagonal voids carved into a reinforced concrete structure maximize natural light and airflow while incorporating green roofs and solar panels, creating a sustainable urban housing solution that fosters community connection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Stone Create Seamless Integration With Vineyard Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Stone Create Seamless Integration With Vineyard Landscape
Izabela Orghidan, Ioana Popa
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and local stone, the design seamlessly blends into its vineyard setting, offering an inviting space for wine tasting and relaxation.
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Charred Wood Facades and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Urban Hub
Charred Wood Facades and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Urban Hub
Parallel Architects
Utilizing charred wood facades and cross-laminated timber, the design embodies a commitment to sustainability while serving as a vibrant community hub that fosters collaboration and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles And Laminated Timber Frame Within A Serene Vineyard Setting
Charred Wooden Shingles And Laminated Timber Frame Within A Serene Vineyard Setting
Sulev Nurme
Characterized by charred wooden shingles and a framework of laminated timber, the design seamlessly integrates into its vineyard surroundings while providing an inviting space for wine tasting and relaxation.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Defining A Multifunctional Urban Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Defining A Multifunctional Urban Community Space
Keryn Boer
With a facade of charred wooden shingles and integrated green roofs, this urban community space seamlessly marries sustainability and modern living, providing diverse environments for both social interaction and individual comfort.
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Fractal Geometry and Glass Façade Create Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living in Desert Environment
Fractal Geometry and Glass Façade Create Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living in Desert Environment
Sebastian Sciuto
With a façade that intricately weaves fractal geometry into a glazed exterior, the design harmoniously integrates with the Las Vegas desert while providing versatile living and working spaces within its three distinct levels.
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Adaptive Skylights and Central Courtyard Crafted with Exposed Brick and Glass Elevate Modern Residential Living
Adaptive Skylights and Central Courtyard Crafted with Exposed Brick and Glass Elevate Modern Residential Living
Sooyeon Jeong, Taeyeon Kim
Exposed brick walls and adaptive skylights work in harmony to create a luminous central courtyard that enhances the livability of this modern family home.
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Clay-Infused Spaces with Expansive Glass and Organic Forms in Sustainable Craftsmanship
Clay-Infused Spaces with Expansive Glass and Organic Forms in Sustainable Craftsmanship
Jake Heffington, Emily Fiedler, Eli Simaan
Incorporating claywork artistry with expansive glass elements and organic forms, this residence offers a unique sanctuary that seamlessly blends a potter's studio and gallery with a warm, inviting living space.
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Rammed Earth and Sustainable Materials Create a Dynamic Community Space Among Volcanic Landscapes
Rammed Earth and Sustainable Materials Create a Dynamic Community Space Among Volcanic Landscapes
Justyna Matyska
Constructed using rammed earth and innovative materials, this design harmonizes with its volcanic surroundings while providing a multifunctional community space for cinema and exhibitions.
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Charred Wooden Cladding Enhances Community Living in Desert Environment
Charred Wooden Cladding Enhances Community Living in Desert Environment
Yunjeong Lee
Incorporating charred wooden cladding and extensive glass elements, this residential community seamlessly blends sustainable design with practical living solutions, fostering connections among residents in the vibrant desert landscape of Las Vegas.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Frame With Earth-Brick Walls for Sustainable Wine Experience
Cross-Laminated Timber Frame With Earth-Brick Walls for Sustainable Wine Experience
Lorenzo Glielmi, Engineer Di matteo, Ersila Bicaku
Constructed with cross-laminated timber and earth-brick walls, this winery offers a sustainable and immersive experience that marries modern design with the rich cultural landscape of Umbria.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Form a Wine Boutique and Guest Retreat Amidst a Scenic Vineyard
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Form a Wine Boutique and Guest Retreat Amidst a Scenic Vineyard
Michael Hartwig, Ada Dauti, Joaquín Francisco Guerra Ayala, Cansu Agca
With a façade of charred wooden shingles and a robust structure of natural stone, this wine boutique seamlessly integrates with its vineyard setting while providing a unique retreat for guests seeking the essence of local wine culture.
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Floating Workshop Utilizing Cross-Laminated Timber Panels in a Nature-Inspired Retreat
Floating Workshop Utilizing Cross-Laminated Timber Panels in a Nature-Inspired Retreat
Giulia Cova, Ilaria Casula, Luca Capriccioni
A floating workshop crafted with cross-laminated timber panels offers an immersive artistic retreat, seamlessly blending functionality and natural beauty in a serene lakeside setting.
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Natural Light and Flood-Resilient Design in Laterite and Bamboo Medical Facility
Natural Light and Flood-Resilient Design in Laterite and Bamboo Medical Facility
Rahul Nawle, Mrunal Dandekar
Incorporating locally sourced laterite stone and bamboo within a spiraling form, this flood-resilient medical facility seamlessly blends into its environment while providing essential healthcare services to nearby villages.
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Curvilinear Pavilion Embracing Natural Light Through Zinc and Glass in a Cinematic Community Hub
Curvilinear Pavilion Embracing Natural Light Through Zinc and Glass in a Cinematic Community Hub
Vikram Roy
Carved from the landscape with curvilinear forms and a facade of reflective zinc and glass, the Pavilion serves as a vibrant cultural hub where community engagement and cinematographic heritage seamlessly intersect.
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