Carla beatriz García,Alejandro Sago,Tomas Oscar Garcia
Utilizing a circular layout and integrating reclaimed wood with local stone, the design creates a welcoming space for community engagement and olive oil tasting in Portugal's rich agricultural landscape.
Featuring a wind tower designed for optimal natural airflow, this residence utilizes stone cladding and carefully selected materials to create a comfortable living environment in the challenging climate of Dubai.
Lattice screens filter daylight through a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, enhancing a family residence designed with concrete and natural stone, promoting sustainable living in Andalusia.
With a terracotta façade and bamboo accents that echo local craftsmanship, the design fosters a communal dining space while integrating natural elements for an inviting culinary experience.
A corridor of textured walls leads to a spacious tasting room, where terracotta tiles and laminated timber structures frame panoramic vineyard views, enhancing the sensory experience of wine appreciation.
With steel shutters that open to breathtaking vineyard views and roughly plastered red walls that reflect local heritage, the design creates a communal atmosphere for tasting exceptional wines.
Incorporating locally sourced bamboo and gabion stone into its structure, this community retreat provides a sustainable environment that fosters wellness and social interaction among its occupants.
Elevated above the ground, the thatched lodge incorporates an innovative gabled roof design and an integrated rainwater filtration system, offering a space for meditation and connection to Cambodia's rich silk weaving heritage.
Thomas Boyster,Larry Kearns,Calli Verkamp,Michael Kendall
Constructed from turf and lava stone, the greenhouse integrates local materials and sustainable practices to support food production in the unique landscape of Myvatn, Iceland.
Leveraging massive stone and non-transformed wood, the design promotes thermal regulation within five interconnected guest homes, enhancing communal living while respecting local heritage.
Natural stone and gypsum facades create a seamless integration of outdoor and indoor spaces, fostering community connections and enhancing the living experience for residents of the elderly housing complex.
Constructed with stabilized earth bricks and palm wood, the design integrates flexible living and workspace solutions tailored for local artisans while emphasizing sustainability and cultural craftsmanship.
With a façade of charred wood and an emphasis on geothermal energy use, the design offers a sustainable ski lodge experience that harmonizes with the surrounding landscape.
Designed with used wood pallets, the retreat features individual cabins strategically positioned by a lake, creating an ideal environment for silent meditation.
The gentle curves of the structure, crafted from tinted oak and marble, merge with the landscape to create a welcoming tasting room that invites guests to savor the vineyard's rich offerings.
With a butterfly roof designed for rainwater collection and walls of rammed earth that connect deeply with the local context, the space serves as a wellness retreat for yoga and meditation activities, fostering both individual and community engagement.
Utilizing stacked volumes of glacier clay and locally sourced stone, the design enhances the visitor experience by seamlessly integrating into the Icelandic landscape while providing essential amenities and viewpoints.
Constructed with local soil and cement, the conical form of this retreat enhances natural ventilation and sunlight, providing a sustainable living space that integrates seamlessly with the Puglian landscape.
Blending charred wooden shingles with expansive glass facades, the design creates an immersive experience that connects diners with the surrounding Icelandic landscape through sustainable practices and a community-centered dining environment.
Inspired by volcanic shapes, the pavilion integrates sod roofs and dynamic lighting reminiscent of the northern lights, creating an immersive space for celebrating Icelandic cinema.
Incorporating advanced robotic parking technology and sustainable green roofs, this urban housing solution maximizes space efficiency while addressing the growing demand for adaptable living environments.
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.
Utilizing a frame-wall structure and a steel plate system, the design integrates natural elements to facilitate interactive learning within the diverse ecosystems of the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve.
Constructed with plywood panels and strategically designed lightwells, these cabins utilize stone foundations to create versatile spaces for wellness and meditation.
Constructed using woven palm leaves and local materials, the visitor center integrates with the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, providing educational spaces that foster a connection between visitors and the surrounding ecosystem.
The proposal explores retreat spaces designed for quiet reflection and meditation. The study focuses on creating a calm environment that fosters a connection to nature while supporting both individual and group activities.
Located within a forested area near Gozjā “Little Lake” in Latvia, the proposal examines how small-scale architecture can support retreat and observation in a natural setting. The study considers the relationship between built forms, landscape, and light, focusing on spaces for rest, reflection, and communal gathering.
Incorporating a facade of burned wood that echoes Icelandic folklore, the retreat offers guests immersive views of Lake Mývatn and serves as a cultural haven for visitors seeking connection to local mythology and nature.
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