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Light Manipulation Through Sliding Polycarbonate Panels for Community Reading Spaces
Light Manipulation Through Sliding Polycarbonate Panels for Community Reading Spaces
Drew Doyle
Sliding polycarbonate panels create a flexible reading environment that emphasizes light control and user engagement, serving as a community hub for literature exchange.
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Reflected Light through Transparent Acrylic and Plywood Forms in a Community Space
Reflected Light through Transparent Acrylic and Plywood Forms in a Community Space
Marius Voica, Iuliana Liubomeiscaia, Claudia-nicoleta Visterineanu
Utilizing transparent acrylic and plywood structures to harness and refract natural light, the design creates an interactive community hub that encourages public engagement and exploration.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Curvilinear Forms in a Multi-Functional Eco-Friendly Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Curvilinear Forms in a Multi-Functional Eco-Friendly Space
Eric Mayer, Mikale Nafe, Ashley Hurner
Employing charred wooden shingles and fluid architectural forms, the design integrates sustainable materials to create a versatile space that facilitates both community interaction and individual privacy.
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Light-Filled Spaces with Transparent Glass and Warm Brick Integration for Community Living
Light-Filled Spaces with Transparent Glass and Warm Brick Integration for Community Living
Enoch Ayomikun Adedeji
Utilizing warm brick and expansive glass facades, the design creates a fluid connection between indoor and outdoor environments, facilitating communal living while promoting natural light throughout shared spaces.
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Spherical Concrete Pavilion Utilizing Fragmented Screens for Community Engagement
Spherical Concrete Pavilion Utilizing Fragmented Screens for Community Engagement
Heejin Urm
Built with a spherical concrete form and fragmented screens that manipulate light and shadow, the design redefines an abandoned traffic island into a communal gathering space that balances public engagement with privacy.
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Charred Timber Facade and Internal Courtyard Enhance Natural Light in Urban Living
Charred Timber Facade and Internal Courtyard Enhance Natural Light in Urban Living
Kwak Minseok, Lee Jiah
Incorporating charred timber and a central courtyard, the design maximizes natural light and fosters emotional well-being, creating a serene urban residence.
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Monolithic Structure Featuring Geometric Patterns and Sustainable Materials for Contemporary Living
Monolithic Structure Featuring Geometric Patterns and Sustainable Materials for Contemporary Living
Eyad Farghaly, Amro Sami
Characterized by its monolithic form and intricate geometric patterns, the residence integrates sustainable materials and extensive glazing to create a modern living environment that harmonizes with cultural heritage.
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Argillite Walls and Reflective Pools in a Contemplative Columbarium
Argillite Walls and Reflective Pools in a Contemplative Columbarium
Billy Liang, Johann Almeida, Marwa Alsaqqar, Wilfred Kam
The use of argillite walls and strategically placed reflective pools shapes a contemplative environment that invites personal and communal memory while honoring the cycle of life and death.
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Elliptical Skylights and Wood Frames Creating Tranquil Meditation Space
Elliptical Skylights and Wood Frames Creating Tranquil Meditation Space
Davin Moon
With its unique elliptical skylights and wooden frames, the design offers a serene environment that facilitates meditation and introspection in a carefully curated space.
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Reflective Facades and Reclaimed Wood Define Community Spaces Amidst Salt Flats
Reflective Facades and Reclaimed Wood Define Community Spaces Amidst Salt Flats
Miguel Mateo Ugalde Vargas
Utilizing reclaimed wood and reflective facades, the design harmonizes with the surrounding salt flats to create communal spaces that foster interaction and cultural connection.
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Corten Steel Meets Coastal Immersion in Thoughtful Community Space
Corten Steel Meets Coastal Immersion in Thoughtful Community Space
州建 胡
Integrating corten steel with expansive natural light, the design establishes a coastal community hub that fosters ecological awareness and user interaction through thoughtfully planned spaces.
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Emphasizing Light and Shadow Through Perforated Aluminum Panels in a Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Residence
Emphasizing Light and Shadow Through Perforated Aluminum Panels in a Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Residence
Frank Sheng
Perforated aluminum panels create an intricate play of light and shadow, seamlessly blending the interior and exterior to enhance the living experience in this sustainable residence.
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Emphasis on Natural Light Through Expansive Glass and Tropical Hardwood in a Coastal Residence
Emphasis on Natural Light Through Expansive Glass and Tropical Hardwood in a Coastal Residence
Alfonso Froylan Tellez Ramirez, Joseline Solis Martinez, Jose Roberto Garcia Chavez
With a focus on expansive glass facades and the warmth of tropical hardwood, this coastal residence optimizes natural light while seamlessly integrating indoor and outdoor spaces for comfortable living.
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Water Feature and Natural Ventilation in a Sandy Concrete Residence with Cultural Heritage Elements
Water Feature and Natural Ventilation in a Sandy Concrete Residence with Cultural Heritage Elements
Camilo Da Cunha Bastos Rodrigues Rebelo
Incorporating a central water feature and natural ventilation strategies, the residence utilizes sandy concrete and local ceramic tiles to reflect the cultural heritage of Qatar while providing functional living spaces for communal interaction.
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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
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