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Timber-Framed Sanctuary Gardens Embracing Natural Light in Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Timber-Framed Sanctuary Gardens Embracing Natural Light in Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Shiu lun kenneth Cheung, Clarence Fong
Incorporating a spiral entrance and sanctuary gardens, the design offers a layered interaction with Iceland's volcanic landscape while providing a functional all-season café for visitors.
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Workshop That Extends Over Water With Spiraling Roof and Internal Courtyard
Workshop That Extends Over Water With Spiraling Roof and Internal Courtyard
Margherita vittoria Carrara de sambuy, Marcella Contini, manuji colucci
A spiraling roof captures natural light while a workshop extends over water, enhancing the connection to the landscape and providing a multi-generational family home.
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Culinary Hub Embracing Mycelium and Geothermal Energy
Culinary Hub Embracing Mycelium and Geothermal Energy
Ryall Burden
Utilizing geothermal energy and mycelium technology, the design integrates a culinary hub with an edible garden to foster sustainable food practices and community engagement.
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Rammed Earth Retreat Embracing Natural Light and Green Elements
Rammed Earth Retreat Embracing Natural Light and Green Elements
Julie Milovanovic, Caroline Moureau, Rebecca Singbeil
Constructed with rammed earth and mountain larch, the Shala integrates an internal courtyard and clerestory windows to enhance natural light while providing a tranquil space for yoga practice in a remote setting.
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Laminated-Timber Walls and Steel Frames Transform Communal Living Spaces
Laminated-Timber Walls and Steel Frames Transform Communal Living Spaces
Andrea Gomez, Tian Chen
Laminated-timber walls and a steel frame structure create adaptable communal homes that blend individual privacy with social interaction in a vibrant urban setting.
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Lattice Facades and High-Performance Glazing in an Ecological Observation Facility
Lattice Facades and High-Performance Glazing in an Ecological Observation Facility
Skyler Bonser
Lattice facades crafted from composite materials envelop a facility that integrates high-performance glazing and biophilic design, providing an interactive platform for ecological education and bird observation.
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Circulated Views Within A Limestone-Clad Tasting Room
Circulated Views Within A Limestone-Clad Tasting Room
Santoso Budiman, Uzhma Zulkifli
An internal courtyard seamlessly connects guests to panoramic vineyard views in a limestone-clad tasting room designed for social gatherings and wine appreciation.
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Red-Tinted Glass Embracing Volcanic Rocks in a Caldera-Inspired Learning Space
Red-Tinted Glass Embracing Volcanic Rocks in a Caldera-Inspired Learning Space
Maryanne Ewais, Firas Safiyeddeen, Mohammad Mousavi Jazayeri, Mora Manzouri
The use of red-tinted glass alongside volcanic rocks creates a warm and inviting atmosphere in a caldera-inspired facility dedicated to education and exploration of Iceland's geological features.
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Triple-Glazed Skylights and Gabion Walls Define Lakefront Cabins
Triple-Glazed Skylights and Gabion Walls Define Lakefront Cabins
Jesse Ewart, Jason Tan, Tyler Harlen
With triple-glazed skylights capturing views of the Northern Lights and sturdy gabion walls providing structural integrity, the design creates a sustainable retreat for visitors on the shores of Mývatn Lake.
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Charred Timber Facade and Internal Courtyard Enhance Natural Light in Urban Living
Charred Timber Facade and Internal Courtyard Enhance Natural Light in Urban Living
Kwak Minseok, Lee Jiah
Incorporating charred timber and a central courtyard, the design maximizes natural light and fosters emotional well-being, creating a serene urban residence.
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Basalt Forms and Circular Spaces Defined by Cultural Heritage
Basalt Forms and Circular Spaces Defined by Cultural Heritage
Jubril Akinsanya, Juary Silveira costa
Anchored by basalt structures and a circular layout, the visitor center harmonizes with its volcanic landscape, offering a rich engagement with the cultural heritage of Dimmuborgir while serving as a gateway for exploration.
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Papercrete-Brick Housing with Integrated Green Roofs for Sustainable Living
Papercrete-Brick Housing with Integrated Green Roofs for Sustainable Living
Giancarlo Gemma, Vignesh srinivas Venkatraman
Constructed with papercrete bricks and designed for maximum daylighting, this residential building integrates green roofs and communal spaces to support affordable living in an urban context.
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Natural Light and Emotional Support in a Wood-Centric Healing Environment
Natural Light and Emotional Support in a Wood-Centric Healing Environment
Lapo Batistini
With wooden walls that enhance warmth and create a connection to nature, the facility offers a serene environment aimed at providing emotional support and comfort for terminally ill patients and their families.
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Courtyard Design Featuring Spiral Form and Sustainable Wood Elements
Courtyard Design Featuring Spiral Form and Sustainable Wood Elements
Rebecca Brock, Claudia Belliscioni, Marco Lepori
The central courtyard complements the spiral form and incorporates natural wood elements, creating a functional communal space designed for community living.
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Circular Volumes and Water Courtyards Enhancing Visitor Experience in a Nature Reserve
Circular Volumes and Water Courtyards Enhancing Visitor Experience in a Nature Reserve
Mattia Gambardella, Ghanem Younes
Two overlapping circular volumes define a visitor center in the Al Wathba Nature Reserve, integrating a large water courtyard and strategically designed shading elements to enhance the experience of observing the diverse wildlife and natural beauty of the area.
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Panoramic Tasting Experience in Rammed Earth Structures
Panoramic Tasting Experience in Rammed Earth Structures
Valeria Gemetti, Gabriele Siani, Francesco Palopoli
Crafted from rammed earth, the panoramic tasting room offers an immersive connection to the lush vineyard landscape, creating an inviting space for social gatherings and wine appreciation.
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Charming Retreat Crafted with Pre-Cast Concrete and Sustainable Wood Elements in a Desert Oasis
Charming Retreat Crafted with Pre-Cast Concrete and Sustainable Wood Elements in a Desert Oasis
Heba Elkalyoubi
Constructed using pre-cast concrete and sustainably sourced wood, these lodges provide an immersive retreat experience within the Arabian desert's unique landscape.
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Subterranean Reflection Space Integrating Natural Water and Volcanic Landscape
Subterranean Reflection Space Integrating Natural Water and Volcanic Landscape
Sicilia Demiguel, Jesús Serrano
Subterranean spaces draw visitors into a reflective journey that seamlessly integrates volcanic and hydrological elements, serving as both a communal hub and educational museum.
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Textured Facades and Flexible Spaces in a Community Retreat Built with Sustainable Materials
Textured Facades and Flexible Spaces in a Community Retreat Built with Sustainable Materials
Walter Leone
Charred wooden shingles and textured facades define a multifunctional community retreat that seamlessly integrates artist studios and exhibition spaces within the urban landscape of Bangkok.
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Curvilinear Spaces Crafted with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Expansive Glazing for Enhanced Sensory Experiences
Curvilinear Spaces Crafted with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Expansive Glazing for Enhanced Sensory Experiences
Kyeongmoon Seo, Hyeran Jang
Crafted with cross-laminated timber panels and expansive glazing, this design emphasizes curvilinear forms that foster intimate connections with nature while serving as a holistic wellness retreat.
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