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Lava Rocks and Geothermal Heat Captured in a Multifunctional Space

Lava Rocks and Geothermal Heat Captured in a Multifunctional Space

Bingjun Chen

Built with locally sourced lava rocks and designed to leverage geothermal heat, the facility offers a multifunctional space for visitors to engage with the landscape while reflecting on the interplay between fire and ice.

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Lava Rock Construction with Integrated Earth Elements

Liu Qiao

Constructed with concrete mixed with lava rocks and designed to integrate with the natural landscape, the structure serves as a versatile space promoting user interaction and accessibility.

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Frost Flower Facade with Cross-Laminated Timber and Local Lava Rocks

Frost Flower Facade with Cross-Laminated Timber and Local Lava Rocks

Teemu Rantanen

A facade inspired by frost flowers enhances the interaction of natural light within a structure built from cross-laminated timber and local lava rocks, serving as a multifunctional greenhouse resort in Iceland.

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Lava Rock and Turf Harmony in a Community Retreat

Lava Rock and Turf Harmony in a Community Retreat

Petra Stanev, Shannon Mclain, Taylor Parchinski

Combining turf and lava rock, the design integrates traditional Icelandic building methods with modern spatial arrangements to create a communal retreat that enhances the natural landscape while serving as a guest house.

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Lava Rocks and Corten Steel Framing Views in a Volcanic Landscape

Lava Rocks and Corten Steel Framing Views in a Volcanic Landscape

Serge Atallah

Lava rocks and corten steel create a dialogue with the volcanic landscape in a circular lodge designed for visitor engagement and immersion in nature.

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Lava Rock Retreat With Local Stone Facade

Lava Rock Retreat With Local Stone Facade

Mariana Gonzalez zegarra

Set against the backdrop of Iceland's volcanic landscape, the guest house incorporates local stone in its facade and positions hot tubs among lava rocks, creating a unique retreat that facilitates a deep connection with nature.

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Sliced Stone Disc Elevated on Lava Rocks with Laminated Wood Structure for Tranquil Coffee Retreat

Sliced Stone Disc Elevated on Lava Rocks with Laminated Wood Structure for Tranquil Coffee Retreat

Liang Hou

A sliced stone disc elevated by lava rocks serves as a tranquil coffee shop, blending seamlessly with the volcanic landscape while utilizing a laminated wood structure for enhanced stability and sustainability.

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Lava Rocks and Polycarbonate Elevate a Sustainable Dining Experience

Lava Rocks and Polycarbonate Elevate a Sustainable Dining Experience

Sumeyra Yilmaz

Constructed with lava rocks and enclosed in polycarbonate, the restaurant in the Myvatn region offers a unique dining experience that integrates sustainable practices with a strong connection to the surrounding landscape.

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Framed Views and Lava Rocks in Geothermal Reflection Spaces

Framed Views and Lava Rocks in Geothermal Reflection Spaces

Bavo Gladiné, Tracy Island

With framed views offering unique perspectives of a volcanic landscape, the design incorporates local lava rocks and geothermal elements to create immersive reflection spaces for visitors.

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Reflective Aluminum Facade with A-Frame Structure in the Icelandic Landscape

Reflective Aluminum Facade with A-Frame Structure in the Icelandic Landscape

Johann Evin

The wide aluminum facade reflects the rugged Icelandic landscape while the steel A-frame structure elevates the visitor center, designed to facilitate exploration of the surrounding natural features.

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Panoramic Centre Featuring Prestressed Concrete and Green Roof Integration

Panoramic Centre Featuring Prestressed Concrete and Green Roof Integration

Clemens Dreher, Markus Gröteke

Incorporating a central parachute-like support structure and a green roof, the visitor centre offers panoramic views of Dimmuborgir's lava fields while providing educational insights into the region's geological history.

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Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles Create Harmonious Mountain Cabin

Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles Create Harmonious Mountain Cabin

Qianchen Yan, Wenjia Lyu, Jing Ge

Crafted from cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles, the cabin seamlessly integrates into the rugged Icelandic landscape, providing a communal retreat designed for warmth and social interaction among winter visitors.

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An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

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