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Barrel-Vaulted Space Crafted with Marine-Grade Plywood and Larch
Barrel-Vaulted Space Crafted with Marine-Grade Plywood and Larch
Scott Raper
Constructed with marine-grade plywood and larch, the cabin features a barrel-vaulted design that integrates expansive coastal views, providing a versatile shelter for up to four occupants.
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Reflective Water Journey Within Metal Structures
Reflective Water Journey Within Metal Structures
Melekber Susesi
A central water feature reflects moonlight beneath load-bearing metal structures, creating an immersive pilgrimage through a labyrinth dedicated to exploring the complex narratives of witchcraft.
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Sustainable Straw Blocks and Laminated Oak Create a Mindfulness Sanctuary
Sustainable Straw Blocks and Laminated Oak Create a Mindfulness Sanctuary
Antonella Sorgonà, Serena sharon Iannello, Carlo Gemelli
Utilizing laminated oak and load-bearing straw blocks, the design immerses users in nature while serving as a dedicated space for relaxation and yoga.
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Community Driven Living with Load-Bearing Structures and Corner Terraces
Community Driven Living with Load-Bearing Structures and Corner Terraces
Réka Mándoki, Júlia Pokol, Csaba Spengler, Marcell gergely Horváth
Integrating load-bearing structures and community terraces, the design offers a flexible housing solution that promotes social interaction and adapts to various family needs in an urban environment.
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Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles
Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles
Bujar Hasani, Eldin Babic
Constructed with hempcrete and rammed earth, the residence combines traditional Middle Eastern design strategies with contemporary sustainable technologies to create an efficient family dwelling in Dubai's desert environment.
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Elevated Studio Among Dark Gables with Natural Light and Shared Courtyard
Elevated Studio Among Dark Gables with Natural Light and Shared Courtyard
Harri Ahonen
Elevated above a gently sloping landscape, the studio integrates dark gables and abundant natural light to create a serene living environment centered around a shared courtyard, serving as a guest house that fosters community engagement.
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Tensegrity Pavilion Crafted From Local Bamboo for Cultural Education
Tensegrity Pavilion Crafted From Local Bamboo for Cultural Education
Pablo Santamaria varela, Isabella Ponton, Aaron Ginsburg
A tensegrity structure built from locally sourced bamboo provides a sustainable educational space that deepens cultural understanding of traditional crafts and ecological practices.
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Breathable Barrier and PV Panels in a Compact Green Living Space
Breathable Barrier and PV Panels in a Compact Green Living Space
Jurij Bardelli
A central vegetable garden, combined with PV panels and a breathable barrier, defines a micro home designed for sustainable urban living.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Meets Reinforced Concrete in Urban High-Rise
Cross-Laminated Timber Meets Reinforced Concrete in Urban High-Rise
Csaba Babud
The integration of cross-laminated timber and reinforced concrete creates a flexible high-rise in New York City, designed to adapt office spaces into residential units while addressing urban sustainability.
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Living Roof and Lava Rock: A Greenhouse Restaurant Embracing Icelandic Heritage
Living Roof and Lava Rock: A Greenhouse Restaurant Embracing Icelandic Heritage
Ah lam Lee
A living roof composed of native grasses embraces a structure clad in volcanic lava rock, creating a sustainable greenhouse restaurant that honors Icelandic architectural traditions while fostering community engagement.
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Sky-Weight Pavilion With Stone-Carved Elements in Icelandic Landscape
Sky-Weight Pavilion With Stone-Carved Elements in Icelandic Landscape
Serggi Laura
Constructed as an inverted pyramid with stone-carved bleachers, the pavilion integrates seamlessly into the Icelandic landscape, serving as a contemplative space for projection and reflection.
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Ceramic Bricks and Fiber-Cement Facade Within a Multifunctional Pavilion in Iceland
Ceramic Bricks and Fiber-Cement Facade Within a Multifunctional Pavilion in Iceland
Dominika Ziomek
Utilizing ceramic bricks and a fiber-cement facade, the pavilion integrates safety features and sustainable energy sources while serving as a community hub with a café, gallery, and cinema in northern Iceland.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Eucalyptus Structure in a Nature-Connected Yoga Space
Rammed Earth Walls and Eucalyptus Structure in a Nature-Connected Yoga Space
Maria Tsvetkova, Geraldine Wong
Constructed with rammed earth walls and a eucalyptus structure, the design thoughtfully integrates a living roof to enhance local biodiversity while serving as a dedicated space for yoga practice.
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Panoramic Green Space Framed by Steel and Black Locust Slats
Panoramic Green Space Framed by Steel and Black Locust Slats
Lorenzo Maso
Framed by black locust slats and enhanced by a panoramic terrace, the Kurgi Observation Tower serves as a community hub that encourages engagement with the natural surroundings.
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Raw Earth Walls and XLAM Design Foster Community in Rural Setting
Raw Earth Walls and XLAM Design Foster Community in Rural Setting
Lorenzo Glielmi, Engineer Di matteo, Ersila Bicaku
Constructed with raw earth walls and XLAM panels, the design harmoniously integrates into Umbria’s landscape while promoting community engagement and sustainable living as a residential space.
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Reclaimed Masonry and Timber Structures in a Communal Vineyard Setting
Reclaimed Masonry and Timber Structures in a Communal Vineyard Setting
Hannibal Newsom, Emily Collins, Austin Pena
Reclaimed masonry forms the core of communal living spaces designed to integrate with the surrounding vineyards while offering sustainable guest accommodations in Umbria.
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Video Walls and Hydronic Heating in a Coffee Haven at Hverfjall
Video Walls and Hydronic Heating in a Coffee Haven at Hverfjall
Moosa Silwadi
Equipped with video walls that create immersive three-dimensional imagery and an efficient hydronic heating system, the coffee shop at Hverfjall invites visitors to enjoy both the landscape and cultural narratives of the region.
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CNC Grooved Walls Enriched With Glulam and Granite Foundations
CNC Grooved Walls Enriched With Glulam and Granite Foundations
Henry Glennon
Incorporating CNC-grooved walls and interlocking CLT panels, this pavilion utilizes glulam and granite to create a multifunctional space harmoniously integrated into its environment.
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Turf Roof Shelters and Natural Light Enhancing Community Engagement
Turf Roof Shelters and Natural Light Enhancing Community Engagement
Bruno Charles, Sabrina Arrosi Emer, Lilian Moreira
A green turf roof and large windows create an inviting atmosphere that highlights views of Hverfjall volcano, while the multipurpose hall accommodates a restaurant, coffee shop, and greenhouse designed for local engagement and sustainability.
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Natural Light Play Within A Below-Ground Memorial Constructed In Concrete
Natural Light Play Within A Below-Ground Memorial Constructed In Concrete
Beka Dvali, Lasha Alavidze, Jemal Katamadze, Nodari Maisaia
A below-ground memorial constructed from concrete features skylights that enhance natural light, providing a tranquil space for reflection and honoring the memories of the departed.
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