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Rugged Dhome Structure Embracing Urban Interactivity in Nebraska

Zouad Mehdi, Vancoillie Manon

A rugged Dhome in Nebraska showcases an urban interactivity that emphasizes community engagement and a transformative approach to shared living space.

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Cocoon-Shaped Meditative Space Crafted from Durable Paper

Xiaoyang Yu, Yihan Wang

Crafted from durable paper and shaped like a cocoon, the meditative space provides urban dwellers in Tokyo a quiet refuge for introspection and rejuvenation.

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Reflecting Lives Through Gradating Stones and Barbed Wire Structure

Reflecting Lives Through Gradating Stones and Barbed Wire Structure

Tomoo Nitta

The memorial employs a unique combination of gradating stones and a mountain-shaped barbed wire structure to embody individual journeys and collective memory within a contemplative space.

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Collective Experience through Spatial Rhythm and Community Frame

Collective Experience through Spatial Rhythm and Community Frame

Muhammet kerem Yavuz, Gülhis Duygun, Orhun Ince, Burcu Saral

Emphasizing spatial rhythm and a community frame, the design creates a harmonious environment that encourages collective participation and interaction during cultural events.

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Natural Light-Infused Residence in Northern Sweden with Monochrome Finishes

Emanuela Adduci

Using innovative light dynamics and monochrome finishes, the residence in northern Sweden seamlessly integrates into its landscape while providing a comfortable and functional living environment for two occupants.

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Natural Forms Create Light-Filled Spaces With Cultural Privacy

艳浦

Utilizing natural forms and an open atrium to maximize light, this residence thoughtfully integrates cultural privacy while providing functional living spaces for diverse occupants.

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Underground Cinema With Concrete and Steel Emphasizing Community Engagement

Underground Cinema With Concrete and Steel Emphasizing Community Engagement

Mantas Urmonas, Viltė Bakšytė

An underground cinema resembling a sheep’s gate in a field utilizes concrete and steel to create an inviting community space that enhances the experience of Icelandic cinema.

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Basalt Walls and Glass Bricks Shape a Wind-Resistant Community Space

Basalt Walls and Glass Bricks Shape a Wind-Resistant Community Space

Izabela Olszewska

Constructed with robust basalt walls and clear glass bricks, the structure effectively addresses wind challenges while providing a versatile community space for exhibitions and social gatherings.

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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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Cloud-Inspired Workshops Supporting Local Artistry and Training

Cloud-Inspired Workshops Supporting Local Artistry and Training

Yilbert Silaen, Fidela rossa Amalia, Cut zata Zakirah, Hajar Suwantoro, s.t.,m.t.

Inspired by the form of a cloud, the design integrates sculptural workshops that promote local artistry and training within a sustainable artist's residence and educational complex in Huesca, Spain.

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Lattice Framework of Aged Ash Creating a Serene Sanctuary for Silent Reflection

Lattice Framework of Aged Ash Creating a Serene Sanctuary for Silent Reflection

Fernando Alonso tuero

Constructed with a lattice framework of aged ash, this silent meditation cabin integrates seamlessly into its natural surroundings, providing a serene environment for reflection and mindfulness.

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Sky-Weight Pavilion With Stone-Carved Elements in Icelandic Landscape

Sky-Weight Pavilion With Stone-Carved Elements in Icelandic Landscape

Serggi Laura

Constructed as an inverted pyramid with stone-carved bleachers, the pavilion integrates seamlessly into the Icelandic landscape, serving as a contemplative space for projection and reflection.

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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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Honeycomb Structure Featuring Roasted Wood and Community Engagement

Honeycomb Structure Featuring Roasted Wood and Community Engagement

Charles Laroche, Sara Bercier, Anabel De Guise, Jean-Philippe Cormier

The combination of a honeycomb structure and roasted wood creates an engaging communal space that highlights the ecological significance of bees while serving as a gathering point for food and artistic interactions.

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Fabric Canopy Over Reclaimed Timber Structure Supporting Community Engagement in a Forested Setting

Fabric Canopy Over Reclaimed Timber Structure Supporting Community Engagement in a Forested Setting

Lindsey Authement

A fabric canopy envelops a reclaimed timber structure, enhancing natural ventilation and creating an interactive community hub within a forested landscape.

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Light-Filled Cabins with Wooden Louvers for Urban Meditation

梦婷张, 佳钰王, 洋黎, 佳钰王, 洋黎, 佳钰王, 洋黎, 佳钰王, 洋黎, 佳钰王, 洋黎

Light-filled cabins constructed with wooden louvers offer urban residents a serene space for meditation, creating a personal retreat amid Tokyo's dense environment.

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Canvas of Glass and OSB: A Flexible Living Environment Embracing Artistry and Nature

Canvas of Glass and OSB: A Flexible Living Environment Embracing Artistry and Nature

Skarlet Escobar

Combining OSB plywood and expansive glass, the design creates a flexible living environment that fosters artistic expression while integrating seamlessly with the natural landscape.

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Cobalt Mine Memorial Emphasizing Light and Reflection

Sangwon Cho

Set within a former cobalt mine, the memorial integrates light and space to guide visitors on a reflective journey, honoring the memories of civilians lost during the Korean War while providing an educational platform for future generations.

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Empowerment Through Crystals in Spaces of Self-Discovery

Ali Baghizadeh, Aramdokht Jabbari

Grounded in the metaphor of crystal formation, the design fosters spaces for self-discovery and empowerment, connecting individuals to their personal journeys while serving as a community hub.

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Cave-Like Structure Embracing Geothermal Landscapes for Unique Cinema Experience

Cave-Like Structure Embracing Geothermal Landscapes for Unique Cinema Experience

Ege Ediger, Berke Karadeniz

Emphasizing a cave-like structure that interacts with geothermal landscapes, the design creates diverse viewing experiences centered around cinema while establishing a strong connection with the surrounding environment.

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Flexible Creative Spaces for Fashion

Isgandar Hajiyev, Aziza Hashimova

The project proposes a multifunctional hub designed to reflect the dynamic intersection of fashion and architecture. It prioritizes spatial versatility, offering a layout that supports both focused work and collaborative creativity.

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Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Ahmed Elmaghraby

Developed as a progressive alternative to conventional aged care facilities, the project redefines residential environments for seniors by promoting active lifestyles, social connectivity, and a strong sense of purpose.

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Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Nicholas Harald Hartman

Located in Dubai, ONE explores modular residential design as a strategy for flexible, community-oriented urban living. The project integrates public and private spaces with sustainable systems and material choices, responding to both environmental conditions and social needs.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Fatima Jalali, Barbod Alimohamadi, Razieh Zirrahi, Ali Jafari

The article presents a contemporary architectural design situated in a distinct environmental and cultural context. Emphasizing spatial efficiency, material consciousness, and environmental integration, the project explores how architecture can respond to both functional requirements and local conditions.

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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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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 Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

Lisa-marie Mélodie Deransy

The design responds to the challenges of an arid environment by integrating built elements with the natural landscape to support recreational and community activities. Emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship, the project seeks to enhance user experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection.

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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 Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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Search results for: “Metaphor”

180 projects found:

Rugged Dhome Structure Embracing Urban Interactivity in Nebraska

Cocoon-Shaped Meditative Space Crafted from Durable Paper

Reflecting Lives Through Gradating Stones and Barbed Wire Structure

Collective Experience through Spatial Rhythm and Community Frame

Natural Light-Infused Residence in Northern Sweden with Monochrome Finishes

Natural Forms Create Light-Filled Spaces With Cultural Privacy

Underground Cinema With Concrete and Steel Emphasizing Community Engagement

Basalt Walls and Glass Bricks Shape a Wind-Resistant Community Space

Weathered Metals and Stainless Steel: Reflecting Diversity and Conformity in a New York Memorial

Cloud-Inspired Workshops Supporting Local Artistry and Training

Lattice Framework of Aged Ash Creating a Serene Sanctuary for Silent Reflection

Sky-Weight Pavilion With Stone-Carved Elements in Icelandic Landscape

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

Honeycomb Structure Featuring Roasted Wood and Community Engagement

Fabric Canopy Over Reclaimed Timber Structure Supporting Community Engagement in a Forested Setting

Light-Filled Cabins with Wooden Louvers for Urban Meditation

Canvas of Glass and OSB: A Flexible Living Environment Embracing Artistry and Nature

Cobalt Mine Memorial Emphasizing Light and Reflection

Empowerment Through Crystals in Spaces of Self-Discovery

Cave-Like Structure Embracing Geothermal Landscapes for Unique Cinema Experience

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

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 Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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