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Stacked Living Units Crafted from Lightweight Steel and Sustainable Glass in a Compact Urban Context
Stacked Living Units Crafted from Lightweight Steel and Sustainable Glass in a Compact Urban Context
CASSANO VITTORIO, SARACINO EMANUELE
Crafted with lightweight steel and sustainable glass, these modular living units offer flexible configurations designed to address the critical housing needs of urban populations.
hong kong housing modular sustainability urban housing units flexibility affordability eco-friendly compact
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Adaptable Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Adaptable Living Spaces
Tim Keeble, Vanessa Sandri, Dominik Grunhut
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this adaptable housing solution seamlessly integrates sustainability and customized living into a modern modular framework.
manningtree housing modular sustainable biobased flexible prefabricated community timber adaptable
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
Automated Expansion With Steel Frameworks and Glass Facades for Affordable Urban Housing
Automated Expansion With Steel Frameworks and Glass Facades for Affordable Urban Housing
Tarek Radwan, Maroun Semaan
Utilizing prefabricated modular units and a robust steel framework, this innovative housing solution redefines urban living by offering flexible, affordable spaces that adapt to the diverse needs of contemporary residents.
las vegas housing modular sustainable community flexible urban affordable residential innovative
Circular Windows and Green Roofs Enhance Sustainable Living in Urban Housing
Circular Windows and Green Roofs Enhance Sustainable Living in Urban Housing
Phil Stien
Incorporating circular windows and extensive green roofs, this urban housing solution redefines sustainable living while providing essential homes for those in need.
los angeles homelessness housing sustainability community residential public spaces passive green urban
Hexagonal Modules Crafted From Softwood With Wood Fiber Insulation In Sustainable Urban Housing
Hexagonal Modules Crafted From Softwood With Wood Fiber Insulation In Sustainable Urban Housing
Natalia Maslennikova, Alecsandra Trofin
Crafted with hexagonal modules and enhanced by wood fiber insulation, this sustainable housing solution offers urban dwellers adaptive living spaces that prioritize community and ecological balance.
modular housing sustainability community urban flexibility prefabrication insulation timber resilience
Steel Frames and Solar Integration in a Modular Habitat for Arid Environments
Steel Frames and Solar Integration in a Modular Habitat for Arid Environments
Paul Duncker
Inspired by the challenges of desert living, the design utilizes steel frames and solar technology to create a modular habitat that effectively addresses the needs of temporary habitation.
modular sustainable temporary habitation desert flexible community solutions energy resilience
Charred Wood Shingles and Transparent Facades in a Community-Centric Housing Solution
Charred Wood Shingles and Transparent Facades in a Community-Centric Housing Solution
Gyubin Lee
Emphasizing a harmonious blend of charred wood shingles and expansive glass, the design creates vibrant communal spaces that foster connection while providing affordable housing solutions.
vancouver canada housing modular community sustainability affordability residential shared innovation
Mirrored Facades and Vertical Gardens Constructed from Prefabricated Panels in Multifunctional Urban Living
Mirrored Facades and Vertical Gardens Constructed from Prefabricated Panels in Multifunctional Urban Living
María González rodríguez de biedma, Maria antonia Franco lopera, Miriam Otto hernández-palacios
With a façade that reflects its urban surroundings and innovative vertical gardens integrated into its prefabricated structure, this development redefines communal living through an adaptable design that prioritizes both privacy and social interaction.
urban housing community sustainability multifamily gardens flexible affordable concrete timber
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Create Sustainable Community Living in Berlin
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Create Sustainable Community Living in Berlin
Pisica Matthias
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and enhanced by green roofs, the development redefines urban living in Berlin by integrating modular housing solutions with communal spaces for a cohesive community experience.
berlin housing community sustainability urban modular shared collective affordability integration
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Pathways in Sustainable Urban Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Pathways in Sustainable Urban Living Spaces
Éléonore Vérant, Laia Tarrés
With its charred wooden shingles and biophilic hanging gardens, this innovative structure seamlessly integrates vertical pathways into an urban environment, providing a blend of hotel, student housing, and community spaces.
vertical hotel housing office restaurant exhibition community sustainability nature urban
Charred Wood Shingles and Flexible Layouts in Compact Modular Housing for Modern Couples
Charred Wood Shingles and Flexible Layouts in Compact Modular Housing for Modern Couples
Inch Architects
Combining charred wood shingles with flexible layouts, this compact housing solution for young couples showcases a modern approach to residential living that balances privacy and community interaction.
modular housing young couples community sustainability flexibility efficiency urban contemporary interior
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Panel Integration in a Flexible Community Housing Model
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Panel Integration in a Flexible Community Housing Model
Denver Fernandes, Altan-Od Baatarsuren, Jedsadaphon Thianphimai, John Francis
Blending charred wooden shingles with solar energy solutions, this flexible community housing model redefines sustainable living while fostering social connections among its residents.
united states housing community modular sustainable mixed-use commercial residential social green
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define Flexible Community Living Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define Flexible Community Living Solutions
Bochuan Zheng, Xiao Yang
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design emphasizes flexibility and community engagement, providing adaptable living spaces that respond to the diverse needs of urban families.
vancouver affordable housing modular community sustainability urban flexibility residential local
Marble Residue Housing Crafted with Sustainable Timber Panels Enhancing Community Living
Marble Residue Housing Crafted with Sustainable Timber Panels Enhancing Community Living
Ovidiu-alexandru Dobre, Ioana bianca Voican, Sebastian alexandru Boldea, Roberta maria Teodorescu
Utilizing marble residues and sustainable timber panels, this design delivers adaptable housing solutions that foster community connections for workers in the local quarrying industry.
romania housing quarry community sustainability marble residential modular workers landscape
Floating Sanctuary Constructed with Improved Wooden Dougong for Community Resilience
Floating Sanctuary Constructed with Improved Wooden Dougong for Community Resilience
Yijia Zhang, Mengshu He, Yishu Yu, Zixu Zhen
Constructed with improved wooden dougong and designed to float above the urban landscape, the center fosters community engagement while providing a safe haven for those facing discrimination.
japan shinjuku anti-discrimination community social support innovative modular sustainability engagement
Thatch Roofed Modular Housing Utilizing Recycled Wood and Sustainable Materials in Coastal Lagos
Thatch Roofed Modular Housing Utilizing Recycled Wood and Sustainable Materials in Coastal Lagos
Lupascu Catalina, Stroia Andreea, Marinescu Ionut alexandru, Domnica Razvan-constantin
Utilizing locally sourced thatch and recycled wood, this modular housing design integrates sustainable practices into the fabric of coastal Lagos, creating a resilient and adaptable living environment for families in need.
lagos nigeria housing sustainability modular community water renewable local environmental
Charred Wood and Steel Framework Enhancing Modular Living Solutions
Charred Wood and Steel Framework Enhancing Modular Living Solutions
Raffi Minaskan
Utilizing a sustainable combination of charred wood, steel, and expansive glass facades, this innovative architecture redefines modular living by creating flexible, community-oriented spaces that adapt to the evolving needs of modern families.
netherlands residential modular sustainability community flexibility living family environment urban
Bamboo Framework and Greywater Reuse in Flexible Housing Solutions
Bamboo Framework and Greywater Reuse in Flexible Housing Solutions
Quoc huy Trinh
Employing a unique bamboo framework and an integrated greywater reuse system, this housing solution adapts to the fluid needs of low-income communities while promoting sustainability and resource efficiency.
vietnam housing sustainability community modular bamboo flexibility water management low-income urban
Vertical Living With Precast Concrete and Solar Panels Integrating Urban Farming
Vertical Living With Precast Concrete and Solar Panels Integrating Urban Farming
Alireza Rezvani, Reza Paseban
Elevated above the ground, the design employs precast concrete and integrates solar panels alongside urban farming elements, creating a sustainable living solution that redefines affordable housing in Berlin.
berlin housing sustainability community vertical affordability urban living eco-friendly gardens
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