Thamires Calderari,Lia Balassiano,Maria fernanda Del giovannino,Larissa Christina
The project is a retreat designed to offers a calm, focused environment for yoga and mindfulness. The structure emphasizes a quiet dialogue between the built form and its natural surroundings, creating a setting that supports reflection and stillness.
Piotr Pańczyk,Magda Palczowska,Marta Orszt,Oliwia Jankowska
Utilizing rammed earth and locally sourced timber, the design seamlessly blends traditional materials with modern principles of sustainability to create a wellness retreat that fosters community engagement and personal reflection.
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and locally sourced timber, the design seamlessly integrates sustainable construction methods with modular units, creating a tranquil spa retreat immersed in the natural landscape.
Constructed with natural stone and a thatch roof, this asymmetrical retreat in Latvia harmonizes with its surroundings to serve as a tranquil escape for restorative experiences.
Integrating gabion walls with locally sourced amber, this coastal retreat offers sustainable shelter for trekkers while harmonizing with its natural environment.
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this forest retreat offers a tranquil space designed for meditation and reflection, seamlessly integrating modern materials with the surrounding natural environment.
With its screw piled foundation and large north-facing windows, the elevated cabin integrates thermo-wood construction to create a sustainable retreat that encourages immersion in the surrounding forest.
A solar greenhouse integrates with a cross-laminated timber house, providing flexible living spaces and an art workshop that seamlessly connects to the serene lakeside environment.
Crafted with a thatched roof and fiber cement cladding, this Latvian structure seamlessly integrates traditional materials with contemporary design principles to create a multifunctional space nestled within a forest environment.
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and locally sourced clay, the design establishes a harmonious connection with the surrounding landscape while providing a therapeutic retreat focused on wellness and community engagement.
Combining translucent polycarbonate with traditional wood, these cabins create a seamless connection to nature while providing essential shelter for hikers along Latvia's Amber Road trekking path.
Angela Maria Marteddu,Danilo Gabriel Diaz Estela,Paola Chessa
Constructed with charred wood cladding and integrated rainwater systems, this multi-story retreat in Latvia merges sustainability with modern craftsmanship to create a unique residential haven within the forest.
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber form a minimalist shelter that harmonizes with the Latvian forest, providing a sustainable retreat for hikers along the ancient Amber Road.
A thatched roof and stone base define this retreat, integrating a timber frame with sustainable materials to create a compact sanctuary for contemplative living.
The ochre-clad monastery, characterized by its A-frame structure and use of charred timber, creates a tranquil retreat for artists seeking both individual reflection and collaborative engagement within a natural landscape.
Constructed with wooden cladding and designed to maximize lake views, the guest house offers a unique retreat focused on wellness and communal experiences in a tranquil natural setting.
With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.
Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.
Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.
A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.
The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.
The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.
Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.
Maria Turcu,Mihai Mitrică,Alina Măldărescu,Alina Lixeanu
Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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