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Weathered Metals and Stainless Steel: Reflecting Diversity and Conformity in a New York Memorial
Weathered Metals and Stainless Steel: Reflecting Diversity and Conformity in a New York Memorial
Mohamed Emara
Constructed with weathered metals and stainless steel, the memorial in Battery Park explores the tension between cultural diversity and forced conformity, serving as a reflective space for visitors to engage with historical narratives of immigration and identity.
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Vertical Axis Turbines Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Urban Geometry
Vertical Axis Turbines Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Urban Geometry
Ottavio Falcone
Vertical axis turbines strategically integrated within a geometric structure optimize energy generation while enhancing the urban environment, serving as a functional element in this innovative approach to sustainable design.
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Culinary Hub With Open Spaces Bridging Cultural Exchange
Culinary Hub With Open Spaces Bridging Cultural Exchange
Aunnop Kaewphanna
Spanning a central atrium that offers sweeping views of New York harbor, the design uniquely integrates communal dining areas to foster cultural exchange and social interaction.
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Elevated Swimming Pool Above Capsule Housing Along Park Avenue
Elevated Swimming Pool Above Capsule Housing Along Park Avenue
Wenyi Zhu, Jia Qi, Miao Xu, Yiyuan Qian
An elevated linear swimming pool runs along Park Avenue, complementing 3,600 capsule units designed to provide affordable housing while serving as a visual reminder of climate change and rising sea levels.
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Natural Filtration Through Marine Life Incorporating Reinforced Concrete and Glass Along The Hudson River
Natural Filtration Through Marine Life Incorporating Reinforced Concrete and Glass Along The Hudson River
Rose Zhang, Xuân Nhạt Dang
Elevated above potential flooding, the structure utilizes reinforced concrete and glass to create an engaging community space that integrates marine ecosystems through natural filtration along the Hudson River.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades in a Community-Centric Urban Housing Model
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades in a Community-Centric Urban Housing Model
Po-yu Chung, Jingyi Xu, Jingyi Xu
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the design cultivates a blend of communal space and individual privacy, creating a supportive residential environment for seniors in an urban setting.
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Curved Massing and Vertical Greenery Enhance Urban Recreation Spaces
Curved Massing and Vertical Greenery Enhance Urban Recreation Spaces
Shreejit Modak
Curved massing, vertical greenery, and a rooftop café-bar redefine urban recreation by seamlessly integrating parking and community sports facilities in the heart of New York City.
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Vertical Gardens and Energy-Efficient Glass in Sustainable Mixed-Use Development
Vertical Gardens and Energy-Efficient Glass in Sustainable Mixed-Use Development
Adam Fisler, Tyler Gallmann, Jared Fasshauer
Combining vertical gardens and energy-efficient glass, this mixed-use development enhances urban living while providing essential community-focused spaces along the East River.
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Suspended Structures with Reinforced Concrete and Green Roofs for Urban Living
Suspended Structures with Reinforced Concrete and Green Roofs for Urban Living
Zhiyu Zhang, Zilin Jing, Yangtong Zhao
Suspended structures utilizing reinforced concrete and modular units beneath the Manhattan Bridge redefine urban living through flexible residential configurations and integrated green spaces.
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Sequoia-Inspired Timber Structure Fostering Community Connectivity
Sequoia-Inspired Timber Structure Fostering Community Connectivity
Adela Ho
Inspired by the towering Sequoia, the design utilizes timber elements to create interconnected neighborhoods within a sustainable urban facility that accommodates offices, communal spaces, and wellness areas.
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Revitalizing Urban Living Through Wood Water Tanks in Manhattan
Revitalizing Urban Living Through Wood Water Tanks in Manhattan
Jorge Cobo susperregui
Water tanks in Manhattan are reimagined as adaptable wooden living spaces that enhance urban density while offering innovative thermal control and sustainable design for modern residents.
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Public Spaces Elevated by Steel Structure and Green Integration
Public Spaces Elevated by Steel Structure and Green Integration
Gonzalo de jesús Díaz, Luis antonio Macías, Ángeles Vidal pico
The integration of a large steel structure with ascending public ramps and green spaces creates a vibrant civic hub that redefines community interaction in Manhattan.
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Cylindrical Community Space Featuring Glass Facades and Natural Wood Elements
Cylindrical Community Space Featuring Glass Facades and Natural Wood Elements
Jorge Cobo Susperregui
Cylindrical forms of cross-laminated timber panels and expansive glass facades redefine urban living by creating a multifunctional community space atop Manhattan rooftops.
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Vertical Living Units Made from QuadCore Insulated Panels with Integrated Green Roofs
Vertical Living Units Made from QuadCore Insulated Panels with Integrated Green Roofs
Luca Fontana
Crafted from QuadCore insulated panels and designed with a vertical living approach, these urban units utilize rooftop space and green infrastructure to provide sustainable housing solutions.
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Community Spaces Elevated With Natural Stone In A Dense Urban Context
Community Spaces Elevated With Natural Stone In A Dense Urban Context
Yulin Peng
Elevated community spaces within the Balancing Tower utilize natural stone to create a unique interplay of public and private environments in Manhattan's Financial District, enhancing urban connectivity while promoting social interaction.
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3D Printed Housing with Lightweight Concrete for Urban Living
3D Printed Housing with Lightweight Concrete for Urban Living
Marija Gjorgjievska
Utilizing a 3D printed structural outer shell and lightweight concrete, this housing solution aims to provide adaptable and affordable living spaces that promote community interaction in urban environments.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping Modular Units Beneath Urban Infrastructure
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping Modular Units Beneath Urban Infrastructure
Zhiyu Zhang, Zilin Jing, Yangtong Zhao
Modular units clad in charred wooden shingles transform underutilized space beneath the Manhattan Bridge into affordable living, fostering community while embracing urban infrastructure.
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Integrating Steel and Glass Within a Sustainable Urban Framework
Integrating Steel and Glass Within a Sustainable Urban Framework
Laia Celma Adrover, Meisam Dadfarmay
Utilizing a steel framework and extensive glass façades, the design transforms a section of the Manhattan Bridge into a mixed-use urban space that incorporates residential units alongside sustainable communal amenities.
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Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture
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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT
SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT
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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure
Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure
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 Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading
A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading
Kristina Klimova
A sustainable community center integrates conventional clay brick construction with modular solar shading elements, promoting social engagement and contemporary environmental practices.
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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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MICROHOME

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Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
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