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Canopy Space Above an Embedded Landform Visitor Center
Canopy Space Above an Embedded Landform Visitor Center
Xinxin Lin, Raina Lin
Rising from the landscape, a canopy space creates a dialogue with nature in an embedded landform visitor center designed to enhance the experience of exploring the unique ecological features of Kemeri National Park.
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Cave-Inspired Structure Overlooking Fissure with Natural Light Play
Cave-Inspired Structure Overlooking Fissure with Natural Light Play
Monroe Masa, Nicholas Thuys, Alec James
Hovering above a significant geological fissure, the structure integrates a cave-like experience with a central courtyard that facilitates community engagement and exploration in a unique volcanic landscape.
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Hovering Roofs and Circular Apertures in a Sustainable Visitor Space
Hovering Roofs and Circular Apertures in a Sustainable Visitor Space
Graeme Massie, Stuart Dickson
With its shimmering hovering roof and large circular apertures framing views of Hverfjall, the facility serves as a sustainable coffee shop that encourages visitors to connect with Iceland's unique volcanic landscape.
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Reflective Monolith Integrating Natural Light with Underground Spaces
Reflective Monolith Integrating Natural Light with Underground Spaces
Guillermo Valles, Denisse Saldoval
A reflective monolith rises above the Icelandic landscape, seamlessly integrating underground spaces that harness natural light to guide visitors on their journey to the caves.
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Hovering Structure with Low-E Glass and Engaging Fault Line Experience
Hovering Structure with Low-E Glass and Engaging Fault Line Experience
Alex Kodama, Brianna Leonard, Caitlin Eberle, Tavis Erickson
Rising 10.5 meters above the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the design utilizes low-E glass to create an immersive visitor center that fosters engagement with the geological features of the fault line.
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Hovering Acrylic Memorial with Herb Beds and Bismuth Inspiration
Hovering Acrylic Memorial with Herb Beds and Bismuth Inspiration
Christina Grasser
A hovering structure inspired by bismuth crystals serves as a memorial featuring herb beds and interactive elements, designed to honor the victims of witch hunts through education and reflection.
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