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Acoustic Design Featuring Rammed Earth and Timber in Harmony With the Andean Landscape
Acoustic Design Featuring Rammed Earth and Timber in Harmony With the Andean Landscape
Josefa Lizama, Josefina Prado, Tomás Rubilar
Elevating acoustic experiences through a spiraling layout of locally sourced timber and rammed earth, this pavilion serves as a vibrant cultural hub for communal gatherings in the Andean highlands.
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Curved Forms of Weathered Birch and Slate Create a Sustainable Dining Experience in Iceland
Curved Forms of Weathered Birch and Slate Create a Sustainable Dining Experience in Iceland
Austin Xu, Monet Jones
Curvilinear forms clad in weathered birch and complemented by polished slate create a serene dining atmosphere that seamlessly connects guests to the stunning Icelandic landscape while promoting sustainability and education.
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Embracing Nature Through Modular Design with Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades
Embracing Nature Through Modular Design with Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades
Wouter Langeveld, Karolina Gajczak-łupińska
Crafted with a robust steel framework and finished with warm wooden cladding, this modular shelter harmonizes with its natural surroundings, offering flexible accommodation for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a seamless connection to the landscape.
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Triangular Hiker Shelters Built With Geosourced Thermal Panels and Natural Wood in Icelandic Highlands
Triangular Hiker Shelters Built With Geosourced Thermal Panels and Natural Wood in Icelandic Highlands
Joshua Sprinkling, Marisol Mejia
Characterized by its angular roofs inspired by the surrounding Red Mountains, these sustainable shelters utilize thermal panels and locally sourced timber to provide a comfortable refuge for trekkers along Iceland’s renowned Laugavegur trail.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Encase A Hexagonal Retreat Constructed From Cross-Laminated Timber
Charred Wooden Shingles Encase A Hexagonal Retreat Constructed From Cross-Laminated Timber
Giorgio Giunta, Luca Orlandini, Vito Sirago, Paola Sola
Nestled within the Icelandic Highlands, a hexagonal retreat constructed from cross-laminated timber and clad in charred wooden shingles offers a resilient living space tailored for outdoor exploration and community engagement.
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Weathered Steel and Recycled Composites in a Self-Sufficient Highland Residence
Weathered Steel and Recycled Composites in a Self-Sufficient Highland Residence
Hyunggyu Kim, Kwang Min Lee, Victoria Lee, Brian Luce
Constructed with weathered steel and recycled composites, this sustainable residence in the highlands of Iceland emphasizes ecological harmony through innovative energy solutions and community living.
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Lava Stone Façade Integrating Food Education Within the Volcanic Landscape
Lava Stone Façade Integrating Food Education Within the Volcanic Landscape
Dirk Hovens
Crafted from locally sourced lava stone and designed to harmonize with the rugged terrain, this architectural endeavor serves as a community-centric restaurant and greenhouse that emphasizes sustainability and regional agriculture.
iceland restaurant greenhouse sustainability agriculture community food volcanic landscape interior
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape Sustainable Community Living in the Highlands
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape Sustainable Community Living in the Highlands
Marc Stewart, Connor Mccrae
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design fosters a sustainable community in the Scottish Highlands that enhances collective living while minimizing environmental impact.
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Modular Lodge Featuring Corrugated Steel and Eco-Insulation Nestled in Iceland's Highlands
Modular Lodge Featuring Corrugated Steel and Eco-Insulation Nestled in Iceland's Highlands
Gunnar Eythorsson, Iulia Stana Botorog
Constructed with corrugated steel and eco-insulation, this modular lodge harmonizes with the rugged Icelandic landscape while serving as a cozy retreat for outdoor enthusiasts.
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Turf Roof Cabin Enhanced by Prefabricated Timber Panels in Remote Icelandic Highlands
Turf Roof Cabin Enhanced by Prefabricated Timber Panels in Remote Icelandic Highlands
Bartholomew Mangold, Ellert Hreinsson
Constructed with prefabricated timber panels and a distinctive turf roof, the cabin harmonizes with its rugged Icelandic landscape while providing a comfortable retreat for trekkers exploring the vast wilderness.
iceland cabin trekking sustainable wood prefabricated insulated geothermal communal remote
Modular Concrete Retreat Featuring Icelandic Wool and Corrugated Iron for Trekkers in Nature
Modular Concrete Retreat Featuring Icelandic Wool and Corrugated Iron for Trekkers in Nature
Christian Busch
Crafted with lightweight concrete and accented by corrugated iron, this modular retreat harmonizes with the rugged Icelandic landscape, providing trekkers with a cozy sanctuary for recovery and reflection.
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