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Rammed Earth Monolith With Fluid Water Interaction

Maurício Addor neto, Bruno Futema, Gabriel Da silva martinez ribeiro, Breno Quaioti

A rammed earth monolith integrates flowing water elements, creating a tactile connection with the landscape while serving as a contemplative space for visitors.

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Layered Coral Structures Featuring Natural Plaster and Copper Accents in a Community Environment

Layered Coral Structures Featuring Natural Plaster and Copper Accents in a Community Environment

Aleeya Khan, Anum Rashid Khan , Dua Syed

Layered coral structures combine natural plaster with copper accents, creating a sustainable community environment that reflects the rich heritage of Bastakiya while providing versatile living spaces.

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Monolithic Columns and Blued Steel Canopies in a Reflective Forest Cemetery

Monolithic Columns and Blued Steel Canopies in a Reflective Forest Cemetery

Sangeetha Othayoth, Sindhu Sriram

Clusters of monolithic columns topped with blued steel canopies create a contemplative path through the dynamic seasons of a forest cemetery, inviting reflection and connection to nature.

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Light Filtering Design With Natural Dyes in Residential Space

Kimal Osman, Chinenye Chukwuka, Saalihah Kolia, Zubair Meeah

Using natural dyes from the lilac ageratum flower, the design enhances light filtering through layered curtains, creating a dynamic interplay of color and illumination in a residential setting.

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Translucent Layers Creating Inner Tranquility in a Meditative Sanctuary

Chen Zhi, Fan Siyu, Meng Xinyi

Layers of translucent materials blend with gentle breezes to create a meditative sanctuary that fosters inner peace and mindful introspection.

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Rammed Earth Pavilion Offering Sanctuary Along Pilgrim's Path

Tiziano Meniconi, Roberto Bologna, Giulio Hasanaj, Andrea Sichi

A 7-meter rammed earth cube strategically located along St. Francesco's Way provides a tranquil space for pilgrims to rest and reflect.

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Interactive Spaces Enhanced by 3D Scanning and Personal Artifacts

Interactive Spaces Enhanced by 3D Scanning and Personal Artifacts

V.r - tefacts Confluence

Utilizing 3D scanning technology and emphasizing personal artifacts, the design creates interactive living spaces that blend individual narratives with community engagement functions.

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Floating Temples Composed of Cross-Laminated Timber in Sustainable Urban Revitalization

Floating Temples Composed of Cross-Laminated Timber in Sustainable Urban Revitalization

Dmytro Khyzhniak, Ana maria Soto chavez, Maria fernanda Garcia lopez, Vasiliki Fragkaki

Comprising floating temples constructed from cross-laminated timber, this urban revitalization initiative enhances the Navigli district's community engagement while integrating green infrastructure and cultural spaces.

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Mycelium-Infused Reflection Spaces Nestled in a Forested Landscape

Mycelium-Infused Reflection Spaces Nestled in a Forested Landscape

Yiling Gao, Jingyao Wu

Integrating mycelium with natural topographies, the design creates tranquil reflection spaces within a forest setting, serving as a contemporary columbarium for remembrance and communal gatherings.

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Balconies Overlooking Green Roofs with Mass Timber Structure

Balconies Overlooking Green Roofs with Mass Timber Structure

Catarina Alcântara martins

With a mass timber structure and landscaped roofs, the design creates an immersive winery experience in Portugal, offering accommodations that connect guests with the surrounding vineyard and natural landscape.

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Amber Accents and Rammed Earth Form a Retreat in the Latvian Landscape

Amber Accents and Rammed Earth Form a Retreat in the Latvian Landscape

Annie Hayes

Constructed from locally sourced earth and highlighted by amber accents, the cabins provide a unique retreat that harmonizes with the Latvian landscape while offering a sustainable means for visitors to engage with nature.

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Crafting Community Spaces With Thermal Water Systems and The Areca Plant

Crafting Community Spaces With Thermal Water Systems and The Areca Plant

Elena sofia Congiu, Miguel angel Valverde hernandez

Utilizing thermal water systems and incorporating the Areca plant, the design harmoniously blends agricultural productivity with community spaces for food preparation and engagement.

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Tubular Steel and Warm Timber Structure Offering Scenic Views in the Latvian Countryside

Tubular Steel and Warm Timber Structure Offering Scenic Views in the Latvian Countryside

Taili Zhuang

A welded tubular steel frame enveloped in treated red timber creates a resilient observation tower that seamlessly integrates with the Latvian landscape, offering panoramic views and a space for community engagement.

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Elevated Treehouse Structure Reflecting Indigenous Practices in Rainforest Conservation

Jiale Wu, Weiyi Chen, Liyang Wu

Drawing inspiration from the Korowai culture, the design utilizes a towering treehouse structure to promote conservation awareness in the rapidly diminishing rainforest of Papua, serving as both an educational hub and a cultural landmark.

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Layered Polycarbonate Facade Enhancing Natural Light In A Community Pavilion

Layered Polycarbonate Facade Enhancing Natural Light In A Community Pavilion

Hwang Yunjeong, Lee Jiho

A polycarbonate façade layers natural light and frames panoramic views, creating an immersive space that serves as a cultural hub for film and community engagement in Iceland.

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Steel-Structured Community With Modular Flexibility and Shared Amenities

Bochuan Zheng, Xiao Yang

With a modular design allowing vertical expansion and the use of steel columns for structural support, the community offers flexible living options and shared recreational amenities tailored for low-income families.

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Nature-Infused Sanctuary With Digital Glass and Biodegradable Polymers For Enhanced Well-Being

Nature-Infused Sanctuary With Digital Glass and Biodegradable Polymers For Enhanced Well-Being

Viviana Trovato

Drawing from the principles of neuro-architecture, the design incorporates digital glass and biodegradable polymers to create a nature-integrated environment that caters to wellness and therapeutic functions.

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Bush-Hammered Concrete Elevating Views in Iceland's Landscape

Sahand Cory, Luis Koeferler

Stacked modules of bush-hammered concrete provide an elevated lookout that connects visitors to Iceland's dramatic landscape and its rich folklore.

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Exposing Volcanic Layers with Tephra and Concrete in a Geological Observatory

Bart Bliek

Constructed from locally sourced tephra and concrete, the observatory exposes volcanic layers while providing an educational platform for visitors to engage with the geological history of Hverfjall.

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Circular Structure With Aggregate Flooring And Timber Materials For Meditative Sanctuary

Circular Structure With Aggregate Flooring And Timber Materials For Meditative Sanctuary

Johana Reinosová

A circular cabin crafted from local timber and featuring aggregate flooring provides a unique meditative retreat that integrates seamlessly with its natural surroundings.

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Isgandar Hajiyev, Aziza Hashimova

The project proposes a multifunctional hub designed to reflect the dynamic intersection of fashion and architecture. It prioritizes spatial versatility, offering a layout that supports both focused work and collaborative creativity.

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Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Ahmed Elmaghraby

Developed as a progressive alternative to conventional aged care facilities, the project redefines residential environments for seniors by promoting active lifestyles, social connectivity, and a strong sense of purpose.

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Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Nicholas Harald Hartman

Located in Dubai, ONE explores modular residential design as a strategy for flexible, community-oriented urban living. The project integrates public and private spaces with sustainable systems and material choices, responding to both environmental conditions and social needs.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Fatima Jalali, Barbod Alimohamadi, Razieh Zirrahi, Ali Jafari

The article presents a contemporary architectural design situated in a distinct environmental and cultural context. Emphasizing spatial efficiency, material consciousness, and environmental integration, the project explores how architecture can respond to both functional requirements and local conditions.

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Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Anique Azhar Shore, Ahad Ayaz

The residence uses local earth cladding and a ventilated mesh screen to improve thermal efficiency and create a family-friendly living space.

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A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

Kristina Klimova

A sustainable community center integrates conventional clay brick construction with modular solar shading elements, promoting social engagement and contemporary environmental practices.

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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

Brandon Bergem

Translucent polycarbonate and timber are employed to construct communal areas that encourage interaction and contemplation within the prairie environment.

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A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

Lisa-marie Mélodie Deransy

The design responds to the challenges of an arid environment by integrating built elements with the natural landscape to support recreational and community activities. Emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship, the project seeks to enhance user experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection.

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Search results for: “Layering”

86 projects found:

Rammed Earth Monolith With Fluid Water Interaction

Layered Coral Structures Featuring Natural Plaster and Copper Accents in a Community Environment

Monolithic Columns and Blued Steel Canopies in a Reflective Forest Cemetery

Light Filtering Design With Natural Dyes in Residential Space

Translucent Layers Creating Inner Tranquility in a Meditative Sanctuary

Rammed Earth Pavilion Offering Sanctuary Along Pilgrim's Path

Interactive Spaces Enhanced by 3D Scanning and Personal Artifacts

Floating Temples Composed of Cross-Laminated Timber in Sustainable Urban Revitalization

Mycelium-Infused Reflection Spaces Nestled in a Forested Landscape

Balconies Overlooking Green Roofs with Mass Timber Structure

Amber Accents and Rammed Earth Form a Retreat in the Latvian Landscape

Crafting Community Spaces With Thermal Water Systems and The Areca Plant

Tubular Steel and Warm Timber Structure Offering Scenic Views in the Latvian Countryside

Elevated Treehouse Structure Reflecting Indigenous Practices in Rainforest Conservation

Layered Polycarbonate Facade Enhancing Natural Light In A Community Pavilion

Steel-Structured Community With Modular Flexibility and Shared Amenities

Nature-Infused Sanctuary With Digital Glass and Biodegradable Polymers For Enhanced Well-Being

Bush-Hammered Concrete Elevating Views in Iceland's Landscape

Exposing Volcanic Layers with Tephra and Concrete in a Geological Observatory

Circular Structure With Aggregate Flooring And Timber Materials For Meditative Sanctuary

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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