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Birch Wood Interiors and Steel Beams Elevate Multi-Functional Space Near Lake Mývatn

Birch Wood Interiors and Steel Beams Elevate Multi-Functional Space Near Lake Mývatn

Blake James Shelton

Utilizing reinforced concrete and large glass panels, this multi-functional facility integrates seamlessly with the natural landscape of Lake Mývatn while offering a brewery, beer spa, café, and gift shop.

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Cantilevered Observation Core Overlooking Tectonic Landscapes in Black Concrete

Cantilevered Observation Core Overlooking Tectonic Landscapes in Black Concrete

Till Scherer, Anuran Wickramasinghe

A monolithic core anchors three cantilevered masses, reflecting tectonic movements while offering expansive views of the landscape, designed to enhance visitor engagement with the surrounding geological features.

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Framed Views from Insulated Wooden Shelters Overlooking Volcanic Landscapes

Hubert Charlaix

Perched atop the Hverfjall volcanic crater, the wooden-framed structure offers insulated rooms with stunning framed views of Lake Myvatn and the surrounding lava fields, serving as a refuge for nature enthusiasts.

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Glue-Laminated Timber Lookout Anchored in Cultural Folklore

Randall Teal, Nick Grover, Madalyn Asker

Inspired by the ancient Völva, a glue-laminated timber structure invites visitors to explore the cultural folklore and breathtaking landscapes of Hverfjall while serving as a contemplative lookout.

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Continuous Steel Beams Supporting a Volcanic Crater Viewing Platform

Yussef Bravo

Continuous steel beams support a viewing platform that seamlessly integrates with the topography of Hverfjall crater, offering distinct perspectives of the Milky Way and Lake Mývatn while serving as a hub for cultural and recreational activities.

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Observation Deck Overlooking Thermal Baths in a Multifunctional Community Space

Observation Deck Overlooking Thermal Baths in a Multifunctional Community Space

Szymon Żelazny

An observation deck offers expansive views of nearby thermal baths, while multifunctional areas and a greenhouse create a community space designed to engage visitors with the unique landscape of Lake Myvatn.

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Rammed Earth and Cross-Laminated Timber Visitor Center at Hverfjall Volcano

Rammed Earth and Cross-Laminated Timber Visitor Center at Hverfjall Volcano

Sandra Estrada, Hidde Engwerda

Constructed using rammed earth and cross-laminated timber, the visitor center at Hverfjall Volcano merges architectural form with the natural landscape, providing essential services for hikers while enhancing their experience of the breathtaking environment.

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Basalt Clad Community Hub Featuring Earth Plaster and Green Roof Integration

Basalt Clad Community Hub Featuring Earth Plaster and Green Roof Integration

Léa Thérouanne

Utilizing basalt cladding and earth plaster, the community hub seamlessly integrates a green roof with its natural surroundings, serving as a multifunctional space for cultural exchange and local engagement.

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Translucent Facade and Lava Trail Cladding in a Cultural Cinema Pavilion

Translucent Facade and Lava Trail Cladding in a Cultural Cinema Pavilion

Benjamin Gontkovic

With a design that incorporates a translucent facade and lava trail cladding, the pavilion serves as a cultural facility for cinema while engaging visitors with the dramatic landscape of Lake Myvatn and the Hverfjall crater.

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Corten Steel Observation Tower Embracing Volcanic Landscapes

Corten Steel Observation Tower Embracing Volcanic Landscapes

Małgorzata Oleksicka-baran

The use of Corten steel in the observation tower reflects the area's volcanic heritage while providing a functional visitor center that offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

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Geothermal Visitor Centre Crafted from Birchwood and Iron

Geothermal Visitor Centre Crafted from Birchwood and Iron

Stefania Dinea, Iris Ordean

Constructed using birchwood and iron, the visitor centre near Lake Mývatn integrates seamlessly with its geothermal surroundings to create an accessible hub for education and cultural immersion.

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Scoria Walls Bridging Tectonic Plates Within a Geothermal Visitor Center

Scoria Walls Bridging Tectonic Plates Within a Geothermal Visitor Center

Mario Rodríguez, Meng Li

Positioned between tectonic plates, the structure utilizes scoria for its walls, embodying local geological identity while functioning as a visitor center that offers unique views of the surrounding geothermal landscape.

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Weathering Steel Lookout Overlooking Hverfjall's Caldera

Nathan Louey

Set against the dramatic backdrop of Hverfjall, the lookout structure's weathering steel form rises to provide visitors with panoramic views into the volcano's caldera and beyond, enhancing their experience of the unique Icelandic landscape.

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Burnt Wood Roof and Greenhouse Integration in Volcanic Terrain

Burnt Wood Roof and Greenhouse Integration in Volcanic Terrain

Jonathan Gouron, Louise Fouilland, Joana Markezana

Set against the rugged landscape of Iceland's volcanic terrain, the design expertly incorporates a burnt wood roof and a central greenhouse to create a visitor center that harmonizes with its natural surroundings.

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Geothermal Heating and Hydroponic Cultivation in a Sustainable Greenhouse Eatery

Geothermal Heating and Hydroponic Cultivation in a Sustainable Greenhouse Eatery

Maciej Galewski

Utilizing geothermal heating and hydroponic cultivation, the structure serves as a sustainable greenhouse eatery that offers guests a unique dining experience intertwined with the cultivation of food in the stark beauty of Iceland's landscape.

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Elevated Observation Point with Steel Foundation and Organic Form

Anastasiia Turapina, Elizaveta Demyanovich, Daria Arhipova, Victiria Parsenteva

An elevated lookout point constructed with a steel foundation and designed in an organic form provides visitors a unique perspective of the volcanic landscape and Lake Myvatn, enhancing the experience of observation in Iceland's rugged terrain.

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Fluid Forms and Natural Light Elevate a Sustainable Visitor Center Crafted from Locally-Sourced Wood and Glass

Fluid Forms and Natural Light Elevate a Sustainable Visitor Center Crafted from Locally-Sourced Wood and Glass

Hallee Kinikin

Crafted from locally-sourced wood and expansive glass panels, the visitor center embodies fluid forms that reflect the volcanic landscape, serving as an educational hub for Iceland's coffee culture and geological heritage.

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Crescent-Shaped Community Hub with Earthen Blanket and Mass Timber Integration

Crescent-Shaped Community Hub with Earthen Blanket and Mass Timber Integration

Martin Fenlon

A crescent-shaped structure combines mass timber and an earthen blanket to create a sustainable community center that enhances interaction while respecting the natural landscape.

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Basalt Cladding and Engineered Wood Form a Green Lung for Community Engagement

Basalt Cladding and Engineered Wood Form a Green Lung for Community Engagement

Misak Terzibasiyan, Georgios Koliotsas, Shadi Hashemian, Amir Feizinezhadgheshlaghi

With a central greenhouse acting as the 'green lung' and walls clad in basalt, the design integrates community space and waste management functions, emphasizing sustainability in a location defined by striking natural beauty.

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Circular Dome Emphasizing Local Wood Elements for Sustainable Dining Experience

Circular Dome Emphasizing Local Wood Elements for Sustainable Dining Experience

Elisa Irastorza, Ane Domínguez

A circular dome constructed with local wooden elements harnesses natural light and complements the stunning landscape of Mývatn, providing a unique environment for sustainable dining.

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