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Meditative Retreat with Vertical Wood Slats and Natural Light

Meditative Retreat with Vertical Wood Slats and Natural Light

G. crystel Villafranca, William Valle-pinto

Composed of vertical wood slats that harmonize with light and nature, the cabin facilitates a unique meditative experience designed for mindfulness and introspection.

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Aluminum Roof and Awning Windows Enhancing Mindfulness in a New Zealand Sanctuary

Aluminum Roof and Awning Windows Enhancing Mindfulness in a New Zealand Sanctuary

Michael Hoover, Abigail Peters

Employing a matte anodized aluminum roof and large awning windows to harmonize with its natural surroundings, the cabin serves as a meditation sanctuary that fosters mindfulness and connection to the landscape in Mangatarata, New Zealand.

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Louvered Canopy and Concrete Foundations in a Tranquil Meditation Space

Louvered Canopy and Concrete Foundations in a Tranquil Meditation Space

Andy Donlin, Austin Pelfrey, Brandon Haarer

Constructed with a louvered wood canopy and concrete foundation, this Meditation Cabin offers a tranquil space that encourages mindfulness and a deep connection to the surrounding natural landscape.

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Laminated Bamboo Structure Integrated with Reed Beds for Sustainable Yoga Retreat

Laminated Bamboo Structure Integrated with Reed Beds for Sustainable Yoga Retreat

Cameron Sheedy, Ingeborg Brochmann

Constructed with laminated bamboo and integrated reed beds, the design creates a sustainable yoga retreat that fosters a deep connection with the surrounding natural environment.

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Fieldstone Walls and Grapewood Screens Enhancing Social Spaces in a Vineyard Setting

Fieldstone Walls and Grapewood Screens Enhancing Social Spaces in a Vineyard Setting

Niall Cain

Local fieldstone combined with sliding grapewood screens creates an adaptable space for wine production and social gatherings amidst the vineyard landscape.

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Eucalyptus Cabins with Whitewashed Walls Offering Tranquil Retreats

Eucalyptus Cabins with Whitewashed Walls Offering Tranquil Retreats

Daniela Lopes

Featuring pyramid-shaped roofs and courtyards, the cabins incorporate whitewashed walls and locally sourced eucalyptus to create a tranquil setting for meditation and reflection.

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Half Dome Structure Anchored by Lava Stone and Concrete in Icelandic Landscape

Half Dome Structure Anchored by Lava Stone and Concrete in Icelandic Landscape

Pedro Carvalho, Evita Katsifi

A half dome structure crafted from lava stone and concrete rises seamlessly from the Icelandic landscape, providing a unique space for a museum and café that invites visitors to engage with their natural surroundings.

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Adaptive Huts Featuring Operable Shutters and Local Planks for Festival Gatherings

Adaptive Huts Featuring Operable Shutters and Local Planks for Festival Gatherings

Justinas Zuklys, Ieva Zuklyte, Salvatore Antonio Iasi

Operable shutters crafted from local planks enhance the functionality of three huts arranged around a central clearing, creating adaptable food courts that promote community engagement in a festival environment.

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Textured Stone Walls Framing Ambient Light in a Desert Retreat

Kendra Shouse, Alisha Ther

Rough stone walls and thoughtfully placed light wells create a unique interplay of light and shadow in a sunken dwelling that fosters privacy and a strong connection to its desert surroundings.

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Community Hub Integrated with High-Altitude Gardens Overlooking the Harbour

Hanna klang Coady, Ida Lindberg

High-altitude gardens provide a unique residential experience overlooking the harbour while integrating vibrant public spaces and local business opportunities within the community hub.

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Translucent Glass Bricks and Reflective Surfaces in a Small Meditation Retreat

Translucent Glass Bricks and Reflective Surfaces in a Small Meditation Retreat

Hui Guo

Constructed with translucent glass bricks and a reflective pyramid, the cabin creates a serene environment for meditation, emphasizing sensory engagement and introspection within its intimate space.

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Glass-Floored Retreat Embracing Nature Through Locally Sourced Wood

Glass-Floored Retreat Embracing Nature Through Locally Sourced Wood

Simin Paksirat

With a distinctive glass floor that connects occupants to the earth below, this retreat utilizes locally sourced wood to create a space that encourages reflection and reconnection with nature.

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Daylight Aurora Pavilion Featuring Cast-In-Place Concrete and Icelandic Stone

Daylight Aurora Pavilion Featuring Cast-In-Place Concrete and Icelandic Stone

Patnicha Maneewan, Nichapat Areesomboon, Tharida Srijaroon

Incorporating optic tubes to simulate the Northern Lights, the pavilion's cast-in-place concrete structure and Icelandic stone create a unique environment that merges cultural engagement with film projections in a stunning Icelandic landscape.

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Pixelated Column and Void Space Creating Community Remembrance

Pixelated Column and Void Space Creating Community Remembrance

Samaya Competition

A pixelated column rises toward the sky, surrounded by void spaces and sloped planes that engage the community in a somber remembrance of the Tamil Genocide.

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Cork Wood Pavilion Embracing Vineyard Views with Traditional Azulejos

Cork Wood Pavilion Embracing Vineyard Views with Traditional Azulejos

Hermann Gonzalez, Gustavo Mendoza, Cooper Copetas

An inverted excavation formed with cork wood and adorned with traditional azulejos offers a unique vantage point over the vineyards, creating an inviting space for wine tasting.

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Elevated Museum Featuring Core Samples and Aluminum Framed Panels

Elevated Museum Featuring Core Samples and Aluminum Framed Panels

Jiacheng Xu

Incorporating core samples into its facade, the elevated museum connects visitors to the geological history of Iceland while serving as an educational space for exploring volcanic evolution.

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Pyramidal Forms Enhanced by Wood and Light in a Riverfront Community Einrichtung

Pyramidal Forms Enhanced by Wood and Light in a Riverfront Community Einrichtung

Agnieszka Glama

Inspired by cultural legends, the design incorporates pyramid-like structures with wooden finishes and expansive glazing to create a harmonious residential community along the riverfront.

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Harmonizing Thatch Roof and Timber Structure for Community Resilience in the Amazon

Rafael Mourão, Carolina Leschot, Caio Caccaos

With a thatch roof and an innovative timber structure, the design creates a refuge for the Yanomami community in the Amazon, combining cultural identity with essential healthcare and research facilities.

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Rammed Earth Core with Green Roofs and Spiral Office Spaces

Cade Mccue, Cam Hite, Brandon Miksch

A rammed earth core supports a series of green roofs and spiral office spaces, creating a multifunctional hub that promotes community interaction along the Cuyahoga River waterfront.

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Eroding Structure of Sea Sand Creating a Tactile Coastal Experience

Ditza Wieler davidi

Crafted from local sea sand, the pavilion merges with its coastal environment while offering a tactile escape for visitors to engage with the elements and experience the surrounding landscape.

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A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

Lisa-marie Mélodie Deransy

The design responds to the challenges of an arid environment by integrating built elements with the natural landscape to support recreational and community activities. Emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship, the project seeks to enhance user experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection.

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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

Levi Gauge Pfeil

Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.

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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

Pietro Cipolletta Marco Caporaletti

Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.

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A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

Paolo Dolceamore, Omar Cicci, Federico Andrea Iannarone, Matteo Dossetto

Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.

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The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates

The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates

Hubert Pierre Olivier Charlaix, Mathieu Henri Pierre Nouhen

Situated in a remote and climatically challenging environment, the design responds to the need for shelter and communal space within a rugged natural landscape. The approach reflects regional building traditions while addressing functional requirements for comfort and protection.

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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

Silviu Virgil Aldea

Located in a temperate climate zone, the residence explores a modern approach to family living through a series of interlocking volumes. The design emphasizes a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting adaptable living patterns while responding to environmental considerations.

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A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

Kristýna Rosecká, Sandro Nanić

The design responds to pressing housing needs in regions affected by climate change and urban displacement, focusing on sustainable, self-sufficient living solutions.

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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

Ryan Kirkness

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the Mývatn landscape, providing a functional ski cabin that balances modern amenities with local materiality.

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Search results for: “Grounding”

309 projects found:

Meditative Retreat with Vertical Wood Slats and Natural Light

Aluminum Roof and Awning Windows Enhancing Mindfulness in a New Zealand Sanctuary

Louvered Canopy and Concrete Foundations in a Tranquil Meditation Space

Laminated Bamboo Structure Integrated with Reed Beds for Sustainable Yoga Retreat

Fieldstone Walls and Grapewood Screens Enhancing Social Spaces in a Vineyard Setting

Eucalyptus Cabins with Whitewashed Walls Offering Tranquil Retreats

Half Dome Structure Anchored by Lava Stone and Concrete in Icelandic Landscape

Adaptive Huts Featuring Operable Shutters and Local Planks for Festival Gatherings

Textured Stone Walls Framing Ambient Light in a Desert Retreat

Community Hub Integrated with High-Altitude Gardens Overlooking the Harbour

Translucent Glass Bricks and Reflective Surfaces in a Small Meditation Retreat

Glass-Floored Retreat Embracing Nature Through Locally Sourced Wood

Daylight Aurora Pavilion Featuring Cast-In-Place Concrete and Icelandic Stone

Pixelated Column and Void Space Creating Community Remembrance

Cork Wood Pavilion Embracing Vineyard Views with Traditional Azulejos

Elevated Museum Featuring Core Samples and Aluminum Framed Panels

Pyramidal Forms Enhanced by Wood and Light in a Riverfront Community Einrichtung

Harmonizing Thatch Roof and Timber Structure for Community Resilience in the Amazon

Rammed Earth Core with Green Roofs and Spiral Office Spaces

Eroding Structure of Sea Sand Creating a Tactile Coastal Experience

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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

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A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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