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Tensile Textiles and Thermal Clay Synergy in Sustainable Community Living
Tensile Textiles and Thermal Clay Synergy in Sustainable Community Living
Sandro Siefert, Patrick Heine
Utilizing tensile textiles and thermal clay, the design integrates adaptable clusters that harmonize with the arid landscape to provide sustainable community living.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Habitat With Charred Shingles Integrating Urban Biodiversity
Cross-Laminated Timber Habitat With Charred Shingles Integrating Urban Biodiversity
Guðrún sara Gudmundsdottir, Johanna Toumieux
Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, this urban habitat enhances ecological connectivity while providing a unique living environment for its residents.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Earth Tones Create a Community Space in Texas
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Earth Tones Create a Community Space in Texas
Jair neftalí Guzmán ibarra, Zurisadai Mercado barrera, Valeria Palacios trabamala, Emilio eduardo Padilla villanueva
Crafted with charred wooden shingles that harmonize with the surrounding Texas landscape, this community space emphasizes sustainable design through earthy tones and natural materials, offering a welcoming hub for local gatherings and cultural activities.
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Thermal Insulated Community Hub Crafted with Straw Bale Construction and Timber Elements
Thermal Insulated Community Hub Crafted with Straw Bale Construction and Timber Elements
Eliza Voiculescu, Ana-maria Avramescu, Ruxandra Lupu, Alexandru-bogdan Ferent
Crafted with straw bale walls and surrounded by a network of pedestrian pathways, the design creates a seamless connection to nature while serving as a multifunctional community hub for local residents.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Textured Wood Create a Labyrinthine Urban Retreat
Rammed Earth Walls and Textured Wood Create a Labyrinthine Urban Retreat
Coral Canedo, Ricardo Lichtle
With its rammed earth walls intertwining seamlessly with warm wooden textures, this pavilion invites exploration and contemplation in a tranquil urban setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Community Hub in Brazil
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Community Hub in Brazil
Haowen Li
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this community hub in Brazil seamlessly blends sustainable materials with flexible spaces for fostering local interaction and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Indoor Gardens in an Ecological Artists’ Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Indoor Gardens in an Ecological Artists’ Retreat
Liu Wei nan, Liu Xiaohu
With its charred wooden shingles and lush indoor gardens, the architectural design creates an immersive environment that nurtures creativity and collaboration among artists in a tranquil retreat.
latvia studio community residential gallery artist sustainable nature collaboration retreat
Buoyant Foundations of Biophilic Design Enhanced by Eco-Materials and Natural Wood Finishes
Buoyant Foundations of Biophilic Design Enhanced by Eco-Materials and Natural Wood Finishes
Bochuan Zheng, Fenghe Liao, Haochen Meng
Built upon buoyant foundations with an emphasis on biophilic design and enhanced through eco-materials and natural wood finishes, the structure redefines urban living by seamlessly integrating residential spaces with the surrounding waterfront environment.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Retreat Integrated with Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Retreat Integrated with Nature
E Harder
Constructed from charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the retreat harmonizes with its natural surroundings while providing a space for communal gathering and reflection.
latvia community sustainability cabins gardens terraces cultural nature agriculture retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Biodiverse Landscapes Enhancing Urban Green Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Biodiverse Landscapes Enhancing Urban Green Spaces
Xinxi Yao, Xi Chen
Integrating charred wooden shingles with biodiverse green corridors, this urban sanctuary redefines public space while addressing environmental challenges in Milan.
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Curved Glulam Roof Enhances Bat Habitat Within Sustainable Lakeside Studios
Curved Glulam Roof Enhances Bat Habitat Within Sustainable Lakeside Studios
Noor Khan, Aarez Ali, Aleena Khan, Huzaifah Fakher
A curved glulam roof designed to accommodate bat habitats seamlessly integrates with the natural landscape, creating a lakeside studio space that fosters artistic expression while prioritizing ecological sustainability.
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Charred Wooden Shingles And Cross-Laminated Timber Form A Sustainable Haven Amidst Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles And Cross-Laminated Timber Form A Sustainable Haven Amidst Nature
Eszter bernadett Barna, Balázs Markó, Balázs Kósa
With its distinctive charred wooden shingles and structural elegance of cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the landscape to create a self-sustaining residence that redefines modern living.
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Suspended Steel Framework Uniting Corrugated Facades and Compact Living Spaces in Urban Settings
Suspended Steel Framework Uniting Corrugated Facades and Compact Living Spaces in Urban Settings
Kashyap Mandanka, Virti Shah, Arsh Laddha, Sanjana Mehta
Suspended above the urban landscape, this design employs a lightweight steel structure with corrugated facades to create compact living spaces that enhance accessibility to the city’s transit network.
micro-housing urban living transportation sustainability community public space modular affordability housing brazil
Integrating Green Roofs and Transparent Facades with Reinforced Concrete in a Dynamic Urban Environment
Integrating Green Roofs and Transparent Facades with Reinforced Concrete in a Dynamic Urban Environment
Balthazar Sarrat
Constructed with reinforced concrete and extensive glass facades, the design seamlessly integrates green roofs, fostering a vibrant community hub that redefines urban living in Berlin.
berlin mixed-use contemporary sustainable public commercial community urban flexible green
Rammed Earth Bricks and Mirror Facades Create Specialized Avian Habitats in a Community Space
Rammed Earth Bricks and Mirror Facades Create Specialized Avian Habitats in a Community Space
Nazario García, Teresa Macho, Miguel Cerezo
Embedded with rammed earth bricks and striking mirror facades, the design cultivates a unique habitat for local wildlife while serving as an engaging community space that fosters a harmonious relationship between people and nature.
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Rammed Earth Retreat With Flexible Art Studios and Expansive Lake Views
Rammed Earth Retreat With Flexible Art Studios and Expansive Lake Views
Reinier Kok, Rihards Dzelme, Zivar Aliyeva, Yasemin Parlar
Employing rammed earth and locally sourced timber, this architectural retreat offers expansive views of Cernostes Lake while providing versatile studio spaces for artists to create and collaborate in a tranquil setting.
latvia lake retreat artists workshops sustainability wood rammed earth living space creative
Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaic Panels Uniting Nature and Community Functions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaic Panels Uniting Nature and Community Functions
Jessica Smillie
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and an integrated photovoltaic system, the design harmonizes with the volcanic landscape to create a vital community hub that fosters social interaction and sustainable practices.
iceland community gathering sustainability education resource public cultural building nature
Permeable Pathways Enhanced By Native Vegetation And Natural Stone Integration In Urban Ecosystem
Permeable Pathways Enhanced By Native Vegetation And Natural Stone Integration In Urban Ecosystem
Maoqianzhi Li, Zhanpeng He
Integrating permeable pathways and native vegetation with natural stone, the design revitalizes historical water routes to create an engaging public space that fosters community interaction and ecological sustainability in urban Milan.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form Sustainable Living Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form Sustainable Living Solutions
Robert Grace
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this environmentally sensitive residence seamlessly blends sustainable materials with innovative design to create a self-sufficient living space.
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Kinetic Roof Design Featuring Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels for Sustainable Living
Kinetic Roof Design Featuring Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels for Sustainable Living
Philip Wells, Nishil Ashoccumar
With its kinetic roof crafted from charred wooden shingles and open spaces enhanced by cross-laminated timber panels, the design promotes a seamless blend of nature and living, fostering community and wellness in a sustainable setting.
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
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