Utilizing laminated veneer lumber and expansive glass panels, the design creates an interconnected series of light-filled spaces that enhance family interaction while prioritizing sustainability within a residential setting.
Constructed using laminated veneer lumber and natural stone, this residential dwelling seamlessly integrates with its forested surroundings while providing adaptable living spaces for its occupants.
Crafted with braided steel cables and laminated veneer lumber, this spiral observation tower elevates avian monitoring while seamlessly integrating into the Lake Pape Nature Preserve, offering a unique vantage point for birdwatchers.
The observation tower, constructed with reclaimed wood and dimensional lumber, hovers above the landscape to provide visitors with unobstructed views of the diverse ecology within Kemeri National Park.
Elevated at 12 meters, the spiral observation tower crafted from Laminated Veneer Lumber offers visitors a panoramic view of Al Wathba National Park while emphasizing accessibility and engagement with local wildlife.
The cabin, constructed with textured interleaved lumber and designed to harmonize with its natural surroundings, serves as a peaceful retreat for relaxation and meditation.
With a folded roof designed for rainwater collection and reinforced concrete walls for stability, the coffee shop seamlessly integrates traditional Icelandic architectural elements while providing a sustainable space for community interaction.
With its use of curved framing and Augmented Wood panels, the pavilion creates an interactive space that melds traditional art with modern design, serving as a cultural hub for community engagement.
A tilted thatched roof with peek-a-boo openings creates a unique shelter that engages with the surrounding landscape while stacked timber walls provide practical space for catering and community interaction.
The ochre-clad monastery, characterized by its A-frame structure and use of charred timber, creates a tranquil retreat for artists seeking both individual reflection and collaborative engagement within a natural landscape.
Constructed with recycled lumber and integrated green walls, the earth-sheltered observation tower enhances the natural landscape while serving as a focal point for community interaction and ecological awareness.
Jimena Gónzalez Sicilia Ana Luisa Chávez Gutiérrez
Constructed with laminated lumber and expansive glass, the design utilizes passive heating techniques to create a harmonious retreat that integrates seamlessly with the surrounding forest landscape.
David Rodriguez,Sebastian Calderon,Cristobal Pino,Diego Trecaman
Constructed using wood lumber and designed with a camouflage approach, the tower provides a functional habitat for birds while offering an ideal vantage point for nature enthusiasts within Kemeri National Park.
Elevated above the forest floor, a cabin constructed from reclaimed lumber and featuring perovskite windows offers a serene space for meditation and reflection in the heart of Latvia's Norwegian spruce forest.
Utilizing local lumber and innovative glass flooring, the design integrates a rooftop garden and a unique southern edge to create a small yet inviting cabin that immerses residents in the surrounding landscape.
Built with FSC-certified lumber and featuring operable windows that frame panoramic views, the microhome offers flexible living spaces designed for sustainable urban living.
The folded geometry of laminated veneer lumber combined with charred wood shingles creates a distinctive aesthetic in this sustainable retreat designed to enhance the connection between living spaces and the surrounding landscape.
Constructed with a bamboo framework and topped with a thatched roof, the design emphasizes natural ventilation and sustainability, providing a comfortable and adaptable living space in a rural setting.
Inspired by the natural rhythms of birch trees, the design integrates glass and steel elements to create a functional outdoor dining space that fosters a deep connection with the forest environment.
The proposal explores a series of small retreat cabins positioned within a pine forest in Latvia. It investigates how compact structures can provide spaces for meditation, reflection, and community while maintaining a close relationship with the surrounding landscape.
Constructed with modular cross-laminated timber panels and green roof systems, the design establishes a contemporary urban hub that supports intergenerational living and promotes social cohesion.
Repurposed oil rigs form the foundation for a resilient water-based community, integrating fish farms and urban agriculture to create a sustainable habitat for future residents.
Valeria Baeza
Mario Arancibia
Felipe Gonzalez
Tomas Zelada
The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.
Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.
The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.
This study examines a multi-volume building designed to connect users with the forest landscape while accommodating communal and educational functions. Architectural strategies in these contexts can balance visual distinction with environmental sensitivity, providing spaces for learning and observation.
With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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