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Natural Twigs and Timber Posts Shaping a Bird Observation Experience

Natural Twigs and Timber Posts Shaping a Bird Observation Experience

Ker-Shing Ong, Joshua Comaroff, Shunann Chen, Oscar Korintus

Constructed from local twigs and timber posts, the observation tower offers a unique blend of natural aesthetics and functionality, providing a space for birdwatchers to connect with the surrounding landscape.

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Preserving Heritage With Aging Bricks and Wooden Cladding in a Rural Retreat

Preserving Heritage With Aging Bricks and Wooden Cladding in a Rural Retreat

Stefan de Bever, Luca Cecca, Ana Olivia Poenariu, Narindath Maraj

With its timeless aging bricks and warm wooden cladding, the design integrates historical elements from the local landscape to create an inviting retreat for wine enthusiasts seeking tranquility in a rural setting.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Wood Create a Dynamic Civic Hub

Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Wood Create a Dynamic Civic Hub

Young Kang

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the civic hub serves as a contemporary space for public engagement and community administration.

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Turf-Covered Retreat Integrating Fiber-Concret and Local Brewing Elements Near Myvatn Lake

Turf-Covered Retreat Integrating Fiber-Concret and Local Brewing Elements Near Myvatn Lake

Ömer Faruk Aslan, Umut Aslan, Irem DurmuŞ

Integrating traditional turf architecture with fiber-concrete elements and a dedicated brewing facility, the design offers an immersive guest experience set against the backdrop of Iceland's Myvatn Lake.

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Terracotta Textures and Plastered Concrete Define Sustainable Olive Grove Experience

Terracotta Textures and Plastered Concrete Define Sustainable Olive Grove Experience

Csenge Gyorgyi, Balint Iszak

Emphasizing terracotta textures and plastered concrete, the design creates a harmonious space that fosters community engagement and education in the olive oil production process.

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Subterranean Wine Cellar Within Olive Grove Framed by Expansive Glass Walls

Subterranean Wine Cellar Within Olive Grove Framed by Expansive Glass Walls

Bailey morgan brown Mitchell, Blake Mitchell

A subterranean wine cellar seamlessly integrates with a courtyard framed by expansive glass walls, creating a harmonious connection to the surrounding olive grove while providing a communal living space designed for reflection and interaction.

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Turf Roofs and Stone Walls in a Sustainable Icelandic Farmhouse

Turf Roofs and Stone Walls in a Sustainable Icelandic Farmhouse

Joshua Mainez

With turf roofs and stone walls inspired by Icelandic heritage, the farmhouse serves as a sustainable community hub that integrates agricultural practices and local cuisine.

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Timber Pavilion with Latvian Cultural Symbol and Community Focus

Timber Pavilion with Latvian Cultural Symbol and Community Focus

Min Kyaw

Incorporating a Latvian cultural symbol, the timber pavilion is designed to foster community interaction while harmonizing with the natural landscape of Pape National Park.

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Reflective Surfaces and Natural Warmth in Family-Centered Living Spaces

Reflective Surfaces and Natural Warmth in Family-Centered Living Spaces

Stavroula Chandrinou, Sebastian Fejes-sava, Mathilde Zita

Utilizing reflective surfaces and natural materials, the design creates a harmonious blend of family-centric living spaces that connect residents with the surrounding forest environment.

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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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Repurposed Structures Featuring Reclaimed Brick and Terracotta in a Communal Tuscan Setting

Repurposed Structures Featuring Reclaimed Brick and Terracotta in a Communal Tuscan Setting

Ioanna Tzetzi, Athanasios Sertsis

Incorporating reclaimed brick and terracotta within a communal layout, the design emphasizes sustainable materials and local heritage to create a welcoming environment for guests in Tuscany.

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Adjustable Roof Lodges Featuring GFRC Panels and Palm Thatching in the Desert

Adjustable Roof Lodges Featuring GFRC Panels and Palm Thatching in the Desert

Aya Alkhatib

With an adjustable roof inspired by the human eye and built using GFRC panels and palm thatching, the lodges provide an innovative retreat for stargazing and relaxation in the UAE desert.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Timber Create a Serene Brewing and Wellness Retreat

Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Timber Create a Serene Brewing and Wellness Retreat

James Edward Barnes

With its charred wooden shingles and laminated timber structure harmonizing with the rugged Icelandic landscape, the facility offers a uniquely immersive experience that combines local brewing traditions with wellness and relaxation.

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Floating Bamboo Shelter With Eco-Composites and Solar Integration

Shin khant Toe, Min Htwe

Floating above Inle Lake, the structure utilizes bamboo and eco-composites alongside solar technology to create a sustainable micro-housing solution that fosters community engagement and environmental harmony.

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Biomorphic Design in Local Stone and Terracotta for Agritourism Experience

Biomorphic Design in Local Stone and Terracotta for Agritourism Experience

Libby Pelzel, Luis Guevara, Rachel North, Ellis Hudson

Utilizing biomorphic design principles and local stone alongside terracotta, the structures create an immersive agritourism hub that seamlessly integrates with the surrounding olive groves and local heritage.

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Daylight Aurora Pavilion Featuring Cast-In-Place Concrete and Icelandic Stone

Daylight Aurora Pavilion Featuring Cast-In-Place Concrete and Icelandic Stone

Patnicha Maneewan, Nichapat Areesomboon, Tharida Srijaroon

Incorporating optic tubes to simulate the Northern Lights, the pavilion's cast-in-place concrete structure and Icelandic stone create a unique environment that merges cultural engagement with film projections in a stunning Icelandic landscape.

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Cylindrical Cabins Utilizing Limewood and Linen Facades for Serene Meditation Retreat

Cylindrical Cabins Utilizing Limewood and Linen Facades for Serene Meditation Retreat

Sara Noronha

Constructed with a cylindrical form of limewood and a delicately woven linen facade, these cabins provide a tranquil environment for meditation, seamlessly blending with the surrounding forest landscape.

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Green Roofed Workshops Merging With Latvian Wooded Landscapes

Green Roofed Workshops Merging With Latvian Wooded Landscapes

Simone Giuliani, Pavel Evdokimov, Yagmur Sadic, Aleksandra Davidovic

The integration of green roofs with communal workshop spaces creates a unique blend of functionality and sustainable living, allowing families to engage creatively while harmonizing with the Latvian wooded landscape.

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Linear Form Overlooking Vineyard with Integrated Hospitality Spaces

Linear Form Overlooking Vineyard with Integrated Hospitality Spaces

Samuele Barichello, Mauro Oliveti, Simone Giacchetto

A slender, linear structure emerges from the hillside, providing an unobtrusive yet inviting space for hospitality while offering sweeping views of the surrounding vineyard.

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Green Roof Integrating Local Heritage and Community Engagement

Green Roof Integrating Local Heritage and Community Engagement

Anna Filippova

Drawing inspiration from the Skogar Museum and traditional Icelandic elements, the design incorporates a green roof that enhances biodiversity while providing a community space for engagement and interaction.

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Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

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Shih-Hui Teng, Min Li, Shen Tzu Chen, Nien Chen Lu

Utilizing hollow brick construction and modular design, this sustainable residential initiative captures wind and solar energy to create adaptable living spaces for families in Dubai's arid climate.

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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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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

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Mason Miles

An elevated timber structure in the marshlands of South Dakota functions as a community center, incorporating natural illumination and a glazed corridor to facilitate education and public interaction.

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A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

Beomsoo Kim

Situated in a remote and challenging landscape, the design explores the relationship between humanity, nature, and time through a combined memorial and educational facility. The structure addresses themes of memory, ecological responsibility, and philosophical inquiry within a carefully considered architectural framework.

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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 Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

Manuel Villalain Gonzalez, Pedro Xavier Martins Silva, Hazem Elshafei, Hazem Mosad Mohamed

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and compressed earth blocks, the design fosters a central courtyard that enhances environmental comfort while providing a flexible living space suited for modern families.

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The Spiraling Observation Tower

Karolina Domanska

The design responds to the need for enhanced interaction between visitors and the surrounding natural environment by providing elevated observation points within a wetland setting. It integrates with the existing trail system to support wildlife viewing and outdoor recreation.

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Search results for: “Local heritage”

209 projects found:

Natural Twigs and Timber Posts Shaping a Bird Observation Experience

Preserving Heritage With Aging Bricks and Wooden Cladding in a Rural Retreat

Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Wood Create a Dynamic Civic Hub

Turf-Covered Retreat Integrating Fiber-Concret and Local Brewing Elements Near Myvatn Lake

Terracotta Textures and Plastered Concrete Define Sustainable Olive Grove Experience

Subterranean Wine Cellar Within Olive Grove Framed by Expansive Glass Walls

Turf Roofs and Stone Walls in a Sustainable Icelandic Farmhouse

Timber Pavilion with Latvian Cultural Symbol and Community Focus

Reflective Surfaces and Natural Warmth in Family-Centered Living Spaces

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

Repurposed Structures Featuring Reclaimed Brick and Terracotta in a Communal Tuscan Setting

Adjustable Roof Lodges Featuring GFRC Panels and Palm Thatching in the Desert

Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Timber Create a Serene Brewing and Wellness Retreat

Floating Bamboo Shelter With Eco-Composites and Solar Integration

Biomorphic Design in Local Stone and Terracotta for Agritourism Experience

Daylight Aurora Pavilion Featuring Cast-In-Place Concrete and Icelandic Stone

Cylindrical Cabins Utilizing Limewood and Linen Facades for Serene Meditation Retreat

Green Roofed Workshops Merging With Latvian Wooded Landscapes

Linear Form Overlooking Vineyard with Integrated Hospitality Spaces

Green Roof Integrating Local Heritage and Community Engagement

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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

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

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

The Spiraling Observation Tower

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