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Intelligent Glass and Mixed Concrete Retreat Designed for Walking Meditation
Intelligent Glass and Mixed Concrete Retreat Designed for Walking Meditation
Molnár Réka piroska
Harnessing intelligent glass and mixed concrete, the design creates a serene retreat that invites users to engage in walking meditation amid the urban landscape.
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Charred Wood and Natural Light Create a Harmonious Space for Meditation and Essence Processing
Charred Wood and Natural Light Create a Harmonious Space for Meditation and Essence Processing
Nippit Cheybumroong, Natcha Thanakitsomboon, Porpiang Ratanapongphasuk
Incorporating charred wood elements and abundant natural light, this pavilion offers a serene environment tailored for meditation and essence processing, seamlessly blending sustainable design with functional space.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Multifunctional Pavilion Embracing Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Multifunctional Pavilion Embracing Nature
Sébastien Labbé, Vanessa Giroux
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this multifunctional pavilion seamlessly integrates into its natural surroundings while serving as a dynamic space for community engagement and outdoor activities.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Shape Community Living in Rural Romania
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Shape Community Living in Rural Romania
Afrasinei Alexandra maria, Tuglui Cornelia maria, Barat Alexandru
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern sustainability, redefining communal living in a rural Romanian context.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Retreat in Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Retreat in Nature
Karen Frome, Darwin Poblete, Andrea Yang, Marta Portillo
With its charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber construction that seamlessly blend with the landscape, this meditation retreat offers an eco-friendly haven for introspection and rejuvenation in the heart of nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Engineered Timber Create Versatile Modular Housing in Urban Contexts
Charred Wooden Shingles and Engineered Timber Create Versatile Modular Housing in Urban Contexts
Shema John, Murugan A
Blending charred wooden shingles with engineered timber, this modular housing solution offers adaptable living spaces that harmonize with the urban landscape of Paris.
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Mixed-use urban center featuring expansive glass façades and exposed steel frameworks
Mixed-use urban center featuring expansive glass façades and exposed steel frameworks
Alessandro Cutuli
This mixed-use urban center seamlessly integrates large glass façades and flexible workspace layouts within a robust reinforced concrete structure, fostering connectivity and adaptability in a dynamic city environment.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Create a Collaborative Space for Artistic Expression
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Create a Collaborative Space for Artistic Expression
SIMONA PIERI, FRANCESCO DE SANCTIS
Charred wooden shingles and extensive glass facades converge in a thoughtfully designed collaborative retreat that fosters artistic expression and community engagement in the heart of Bangkok.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enriching Multifunctional Community Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enriching Multifunctional Community Spaces
Mohammed Shadab Baray, Maryam Farzin Moghaddam, Marcel Ridyard
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design seamlessly integrates with its environment to create a versatile community space that fosters interaction and sustainability.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping A Versatile Community Space Enhanced By Biophilic Elements
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping A Versatile Community Space Enhanced By Biophilic Elements
Zhuoying Ren
Employing locally-sourced charred wooden shingles and biophilic design elements, this multifunctional community space seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor environments to foster connection and engagement among its users.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Reinforced Concrete Intertwine in a Multifunctional Greenhouse Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Reinforced Concrete Intertwine in a Multifunctional Greenhouse Retreat
Ewa Serafińska, Hanna Pacyno
Emphasizing a harmonious relationship with the Icelandic landscape, the integration of charred wooden shingles and expansive glass elements create a serene multifunctional space dedicated to food cultivation and community engagement.
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Washi Paper Light Play Within a Sustainable Timber Retreat
Washi Paper Light Play Within a Sustainable Timber Retreat
Andrew Glicksberg
With its serene wooden structure enveloped by a forest canopy and illuminated through the delicate translucence of Washi paper, the design offers a tranquil retreat dedicated to meditation and reflection.
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Bamboo Structure Nestled Among Triangular Forms with Natural Cork Insulation for a Wellness Retreat
Bamboo Structure Nestled Among Triangular Forms with Natural Cork Insulation for a Wellness Retreat
Mohit M.s., Vaishiyali T.h., R.m.dhinesh Annahmalai, Sarath P.m.
With a harmonious blend of bamboo structures and triangular forms, this wellness retreat in Portugal utilizes natural cork insulation to create a serene environment for yoga and meditation.
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Wickerwork Facade and Terracotta Accents Defining a Community Engagement Space
Wickerwork Facade and Terracotta Accents Defining a Community Engagement Space
Wojciech Wójcicki, Dominika Siudak
The delicate interplay of a wickerwork facade and terracotta elements creates a vibrant community engagement space that seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings.
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Rammed Earth Structure With Expansive Glass Facades Creating Unique Wine Tasting Experience
Rammed Earth Structure With Expansive Glass Facades Creating Unique Wine Tasting Experience
Aymen Madouri, Khadija Agha, Yasmine Harzallah
With rammed earth walls that seamlessly blend with the California landscape and expansive glass panels inviting natural light, the venue creates an immersive environment for wine tasting that enhances sensory experiences.
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Harnessing Solar Potential Through Mechanical Mesh Facades and Integrated Greenery In A Sustainable Urban Tower
Harnessing Solar Potential Through Mechanical Mesh Facades and Integrated Greenery In A Sustainable Urban Tower
Abdullah Aljudaybi, Abdullah Aldaham
With its innovative use of mechanical mesh facades and integrated greenery, the architectural design maximizes solar energy generation while promoting urban biodiversity, serving as a sustainable beacon in the heart of Dhahran.
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Community plaza featuring a hyperbolic paraboloid roof and sustainable concrete materials
Community plaza featuring a hyperbolic paraboloid roof and sustainable concrete materials
Michael Simon Lederer, Eva Lederer, Hakan Demirci, Christoph Berger
This community plaza features a distinctive hyperbolic paraboloid roof that integrates natural light and acoustic elements, constructed with sustainable concrete and designed to foster engagement through versatile public spaces.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Harmonious Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Harmonious Community Space
Henrik Samuel Törmänen
The careful use of charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels enhances the building's connection to nature while creating a versatile community space that fosters collaboration and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Embrace Nature in Sustainable Residential Design
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Embrace Nature in Sustainable Residential Design
Antoine Henri Guy Chauvin
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmoniously integrates with its natural surroundings to create a sustainable residence that emphasizes both aesthetics and functionality.
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Geometric Patterns and Coral Stone Shape a Sustainable Family Residence in the Heart of Dubai
Geometric Patterns and Coral Stone Shape a Sustainable Family Residence in the Heart of Dubai
Abdulaziz Khalid A Al Tayyash, Yazeed Mohammedamer M Arafah, Batool Sami Khazal Aljasim Al Jasim, Najmuddin Khan
Intricate geometric patterns woven into the coral stone façade enhance natural ventilation and create a harmonious balance between tradition and modern living in this sustainable family residence.
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Use architecture to create different emotional states
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
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