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A-frame Structure Featuring Local Birch and Passive Glazing Integration for Eco-Friendly Visitor Experience
A-frame Structure Featuring Local Birch and Passive Glazing Integration for Eco-Friendly Visitor Experience
Kade Hern
Utilizing locally sourced birch and a carefully designed A-frame structure, the architectural endeavor harmoniously integrates with the volcanic landscape to provide an educational visitor center and café that promotes sustainability and community engagement.
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Curved Roof Structure Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Nestled in Icelandic Landscape
Curved Roof Structure Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Nestled in Icelandic Landscape
Lei Jiao, Tim Cheung
Built with cross-laminated timber panels and a gently curved roof that mirrors the surrounding Icelandic landscape, the structure serves as a welcoming café and visitor center for nature enthusiasts exploring Myvatn.
iceland coffee visitor center tourism caf myvatn sustainable local materials nature hiking
Charred Wooden Shingles And Glass Facades Elevate A Sustainable Coffee Roastery Experience
Charred Wooden Shingles And Glass Facades Elevate A Sustainable Coffee Roastery Experience
Edoardo Daidone
Blending charred wooden shingles with expansive glass facades, this sustainable roastery immerses visitors in nature while offering an interactive coffee experience that celebrates both craftsmanship and community.
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Oblique Roof Geometry Crafted with Local Stone and Charred Wooden Shingles in a Sustainable Visitor Center
Oblique Roof Geometry Crafted with Local Stone and Charred Wooden Shingles in a Sustainable Visitor Center
Mark Goncalves
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and local stone, the visitor center integrates oblique roof geometry that resonates with the volcanic landscape of Hverfjall, offering a unique gateway for tourists to explore the surrounding natural beauty.
iceland visitor center hverfjall sustainability tourism timber landscape community local materials geology
Charred Wooden Shingles Harmonizing with Tectonic Landscapes in a Geothermal Visitor Center
Charred Wooden Shingles Harmonizing with Tectonic Landscapes in a Geothermal Visitor Center
Mario Rodríguez, Meng Li
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and strategically designed to blend with tectonic features, the visitor center offers an immersive experience of Iceland's geological wonders while promoting sustainability through geothermal energy.
iceland visitor center geothermal outlook sustainability concrete wood metal cultural nature
Curvilinear Form Wrapped In Corten Steel Blends Into Natural Landscape While Promoting Environmental Awareness
Curvilinear Form Wrapped In Corten Steel Blends Into Natural Landscape While Promoting Environmental Awareness
Katinka Gábris
Curvilinear forms crafted from weathering steel seamlessly blend with the natural landscape, offering an immersive educational experience in a reserve dedicated to environmental understanding.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Elevate Visitor Engagement in Volcanic Terrain
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Elevate Visitor Engagement in Volcanic Terrain
Garrett Jones
Emphasizing charred wooden shingles and the warmth of cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the volcanic landscape to create an inviting visitor center that encourages exploration and education in a stunning natural setting.
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Cedar Cladding and Green Roof Pairing in a Community-Centric Visitor Center
Cedar Cladding and Green Roof Pairing in a Community-Centric Visitor Center
James Mulligan
Blending cedar cladding with a vibrant green roof, the visitor center seamlessly connects with its natural surroundings while serving as a communal space for environmental education and exploration.
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Hiking cabins featuring geodesic structural design with transparent polycarbonate and natural stone elements
Hiking cabins featuring geodesic structural design with transparent polycarbonate and natural stone elements
Aura Sanabria Hernández
Set against the serene backdrop of Latvia’s coastline, this project offers hikers uniquely designed cabins that blend geodesic architecture with transparent polycarbonate and natural stone, creating inviting refuges that illuminate the path and celebrate the surrounding environment.
latvia coastal cabins hiking shelter nature light community sustainability tourism
Hiking Shelter Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Eco-Friendly Grass Roofing
Hiking Shelter Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Eco-Friendly Grass Roofing
Valentina Bandera, Davide Corti, Luca Benassai
Nestled along hiking trails, this sustainable shelter integrates cross-laminated timber panels and a grass roof while featuring distinctive amber eyeglasses cutouts that invite visitors to engage with the surrounding nature.
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Weathering Steel and Tuff Blend Into Volcanic Landscape for a Community Hub
Weathering Steel and Tuff Blend Into Volcanic Landscape for a Community Hub
Orhan Yilmaz, Nagehan Taviloglu, Furkan bora Kilic
Emphasizing its weathering steel facade and locally sourced tuff, the design seamlessly integrates with Hverfell's rugged terrain, creating a community hub that bridges nature and social interaction.
iceland caf exhibition observation nature volcano sustainability courtyard steel tuff
Charred Wooden Shingles and Stone Facade Create a Communal Hall for Travelers in Iceland
Charred Wooden Shingles and Stone Facade Create a Communal Hall for Travelers in Iceland
Mohamed Emara
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and locally sourced stone, the hall emerges from the landscape as a modern gathering space for travelers in Iceland, inviting a sense of community and connection amid the stunning natural surroundings.
iceland travelers communal coffee hiking hall sustainability stone wood nature
Curvilinear Structure Featuring Dimpled Membrane and Thermal Insulation in a Volcanic Landscape
Curvilinear Structure Featuring Dimpled Membrane and Thermal Insulation in a Volcanic Landscape
권 도혁
Emphasizing a curvilinear form and a dimpled membrane, this unique coffee shop sits at the foot of a volcano, blending seamlessly into the landscape while offering visitors a place to relax and connect with nature.
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Biophilic Retreat Featuring Natural Wood Elements and Sustainable Reed Bed System
Biophilic Retreat Featuring Natural Wood Elements and Sustainable Reed Bed System
Karim El kafrawi, Farah Faheem, Diaa Diab, Mariam Maged
Crafted with natural wood elements and a sustainable reed bed system, this biophilic retreat harmonizes with the surrounding landscape to provide a serene space for wellness and reflection.
portugal wellness nature sustainability community retreat timber landscape yoga environment
Icelandic Stone and Plywood Create A Sustainable Observation Tower in a Rugged Landscape
Icelandic Stone and Plywood Create A Sustainable Observation Tower in a Rugged Landscape
Anibal alfonso Torrealba nunez
Crafted from Icelandic stone and engineered plywood, the observation tower rises above a tectonic landscape, blending seamlessly with nature while providing essential visitor amenities and stunning panoramic views.
iceland reception tower caf hiking landscape sustainability community tourism nature
Lava Stone Structure Embracing Natural Light and Wind Responsiveness Within a Volcanic Landscape
Lava Stone Structure Embracing Natural Light and Wind Responsiveness Within a Volcanic Landscape
Otto Reichelt
Blending seamlessly with the rugged volcanic landscape, the visitor centre employs local lava stone and glass to create a responsive architecture that enhances natural light and provides an informative space for exploration and education.
iceland visitor centre education geology lava nature sustainability exploration landscape
Charred Timber Design Harmonizing with Volcanic Landscapes for Educational Engagement
Charred Timber Design Harmonizing with Volcanic Landscapes for Educational Engagement
Aaron campbell Campbell, Allysa Taylor
Charred timber forms intertwine with the volcanic landscape, creating a sustainable center that educates visitors on the unique geological phenomena of Iceland.
iceland volcanology center education geology exhibition sustainability viewpoint community nature
Charred Wood Aesthetic Enhances Accessibility Within A Nature-Focused Observation Structure
Charred Wood Aesthetic Enhances Accessibility Within A Nature-Focused Observation Structure
Arthur Campling
Crafted from charred wood and heat-treated timber, the observation tower seamlessly blends into its natural surroundings while providing inclusive access to breathtaking views of Kemēri National Park.
latvia observation tower kmri national park inclusive sustainability wood nature
Vegetal Roof Retreats Constructed From Scotch Pine and Reed Insulation Along the Baltic Coastline
Vegetal Roof Retreats Constructed From Scotch Pine and Reed Insulation Along the Baltic Coastline
David Pelissou
Constructed with a unique vegetal roof and natural materials like Scotch Pine and reed, these eco-conscious cabins along the Baltic coastline provide an immersive retreat that seamlessly integrates comfort with the surrounding environment.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Plywood Structures Defining Sustainable Trekking Cabins in Iceland
Charred Wooden Shingles and Plywood Structures Defining Sustainable Trekking Cabins in Iceland
Andrew Colopy
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and lightweight plywood, these trekking cabins seamlessly blend into Iceland's breathtaking landscapes while offering a comfortable retreat for outdoor enthusiasts.
iceland cabins trekking sustainability nature outdoor community materials energy travel
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