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Charred Wooden Shingles Frame a Reflective Lookout Merging Timber and Terrain
Charred Wooden Shingles Frame a Reflective Lookout Merging Timber and Terrain
Kimberly Hirano, Sarah Cichon, Anya Ponomarenko, Charbel Gangnon
Nestled within the volcanic landscape, charred wooden shingles and expansive glazing seamlessly blend to create a reflective lookout that invites visitors to engage with the natural beauty of Hverfjall while enjoying the warmth of a community café.
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Weathering Steel and Angular Forms Elevate a Crater's Viewing Experience
Weathering Steel and Angular Forms Elevate a Crater's Viewing Experience
Stephen Mccann
Weathering steel blades emerge from the volcanic landscape at Hverfjall, creating immersive viewpoints that invite visitors to engage with both the geological history and the expansive vistas of the crater.
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Stainless Steel Mesh Enclosure Overlooks Volcanic Landscape With Local Rock Integration
Stainless Steel Mesh Enclosure Overlooks Volcanic Landscape With Local Rock Integration
Michael May
A stainless steel mesh enclosure harmonizes with locally sourced volcanic stone to create a functional lookout point that invites visitors to engage with the dramatic landscape of Hverfjall Volcano.
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Cylindrical Lookout Featuring Concrete and Glass Modules Embracing Volcanic Landscapes
Cylindrical Lookout Featuring Concrete and Glass Modules Embracing Volcanic Landscapes
Aleksandra Paszki, Julia Arcyz
Cylindrical modules of concrete and glass rotate to offer dynamic views of the volcanic landscape, creating an engaging lookout point that invites visitors to connect with their surroundings.
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Reflective Structure Crafted With Concrete Panels Harmonizing With Volcanic Landscape
Reflective Structure Crafted With Concrete Panels Harmonizing With Volcanic Landscape
Reed Doolan
Crafted from concrete panels that reflect the surrounding volcanic landscape, the viewing structure offers a serene space for visitors to engage with the natural beauty of Hverfjall while providing unique vantage points for contemplation.
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Charred Wood and Weathered Steel Harmonize in A Scenic Volcanic Lookout
Charred Wood and Weathered Steel Harmonize in A Scenic Volcanic Lookout
Benedikt Zeller
Weathered steel and charred wood converge in a tailored design that offers immersive views of Iceland’s volcanic landscape, serving as a contemplative lookout for visitors.
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Volcanic Tuff and Steel Structure Elevating Perspectives in Icelandic Landscapes
Volcanic Tuff and Steel Structure Elevating Perspectives in Icelandic Landscapes
Ki hong Min
Crafted from volcanic tuff and steel, the structure emerges as a seamless extension of the Icelandic landscape, offering elevated views and a space for contemplation amid nature's rugged beauty.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Celestial Lookout in Iceland
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Celestial Lookout in Iceland
Kyrylo Sledz, Oles Horalevych, Uliana Chop, Alina Kushnir
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this celestial lookout offers a harmonious space for observing Iceland’s breathtaking northern lights while providing a unique connection to the surrounding landscape.
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Translucent Polycarbonate Dome Constructed From Locally Sourced Volcanic Ashcrete Overlooking Icelandic Landscape
Translucent Polycarbonate Dome Constructed From Locally Sourced Volcanic Ashcrete Overlooking Icelandic Landscape
Chloe Read
A translucent polycarbonate dome crafted from volcanic ashcrete rises from the Icelandic landscape, inviting visitors to engage with the natural beauty while providing a serene observation point steeped in cultural symbolism.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Gabion Mesh Explore Iceland's Volcanic Landscape Through Sustainable Viewing Platforms
Charred Wooden Shingles and Gabion Mesh Explore Iceland's Volcanic Landscape Through Sustainable Viewing Platforms
Jacinto Padin
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and supported by gabion mesh, the viewing platforms offer a thoughtful connection to Iceland's volcanic landscape while inviting visitors to engage with the region's natural beauty.
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Pyramidal Viewing Platform Crafted From Acrylic and Timber Overlooking Hverfjall Volcano
Pyramidal Viewing Platform Crafted From Acrylic and Timber Overlooking Hverfjall Volcano
Xintong Yu
Crafted from translucent acrylic and warm timber, the pyramidal structure rises gracefully above Hverfjall Volcano, inviting visitors to engage with the breathtaking landscape while serving as a unique viewing platform.
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Polyhedral Metal Panels Embracing Natural Landscapes in a Sustainable Lookout Point
Polyhedral Metal Panels Embracing Natural Landscapes in a Sustainable Lookout Point
Dimitrios Kogkalidis, Petros Topouzelis
Combining polyhedral metal panels with a thoughtful integration of local concrete, the lookout point offers sweeping views of the stunning volcanic landscape while providing a unique space for exploration and appreciation of nature.
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Curvilinear Concrete Platform with Volcanic Rock Integration for Geological Observation
Curvilinear Concrete Platform with Volcanic Rock Integration for Geological Observation
Arseniy Rabotnov
Curvilinear forms of reinforced concrete entwined with volcanic rock create an immersive observation platform that seamlessly connects visitors to Iceland's unique geological landscape.
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Cantilevered Corten Steel Lookout Crafted from Weather-Resistant Timber Over Volcanic Terrain
Cantilevered Corten Steel Lookout Crafted from Weather-Resistant Timber Over Volcanic Terrain
Ivan Coleiro
Crafted from weather-resistant timber and anchored by cantilevered Corten steel, a serpentine pathway emerges from the volcanic landscape, inviting visitors to explore breathtaking views of Iceland’s dramatic terrain.
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Wind-Powered Lookout Featuring Egg-Shaped Form and Sustainable Timber Construction
Wind-Powered Lookout Featuring Egg-Shaped Form and Sustainable Timber Construction
Anastasiia Turapina, Elizaveta Demyanovich, Daria Arhipova, Victiria Parsenteva
An egg-shaped lookout constructed from sustainable timber and equipped with a wind generator offers a serene space for contemplation and breathtaking views over Iceland's volcanic landscape.
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Bush-Hammered Concrete With Expansive Glass Facades Overlooking Volcanic Landscapes
Bush-Hammered Concrete With Expansive Glass Facades Overlooking Volcanic Landscapes
Sahand Cory, Luis Koeferler
Utilizing bush-hammered concrete and expansive glass facades, the structure emerges as a cultural landmark that seamlessly connects folklore with the breathtaking volcanic landscape, serving as an immersive lookout point for visitors.
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Weathered Steel Tower Offering Elevated Views in Rugged Icelandic Landscape
Weathered Steel Tower Offering Elevated Views in Rugged Icelandic Landscape
Sebastiano Verga, Marco Brighenti
Rising from a rugged Icelandic landscape, a cylindrical weathered steel tower invites visitors to ascend its spiral staircase for breathtaking panoramic views, seamlessly blending modern design with the natural environment.
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Dynamic Aluminum Facade Elevates Geothermal Lookout in Natural Timber Setting
Dynamic Aluminum Facade Elevates Geothermal Lookout in Natural Timber Setting
Liana Necsulescu, emilian iamsec, Roxana Barbulescu, mircea sava
With a dynamic aluminum facade that adapts to the Icelandic climate, the geothermal lookout offers elevated vistas while harmonizing with the natural timber landscape, inviting visitors to connect with the region's unique geological features.
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Curvilinear Red Concrete Structure Offering Scenic Geological Engagement
Curvilinear Red Concrete Structure Offering Scenic Geological Engagement
Mads Bryld sørensen, Viktor Forchhammer Mortensen
Curvilinear walls of red concrete emerge from the volcanic landscape, framing a series of apertures that invite visitors to immerse themselves in the surrounding natural beauty while providing a dedicated space for observation and reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Frame A Passive Lookout Nestled In Volcanic Terrain
Charred Wooden Shingles Frame A Passive Lookout Nestled In Volcanic Terrain
Francesco Pescarossa, Cesare Miozzi
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this lookout seamlessly integrates into the Hvertfjall volcano's breathtaking landscape, offering a sheltered vantage point for visitors to engage with the natural beauty surrounding them.
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