Constructed with engineered bamboo and equipped with a floating foundation, this residence is designed to adapt to rising floodwaters while providing a sustainable living environment in an urban context.
Equipped with a BIPV façade and piezoelectric energy generation, this bamboo plywood microhome supports sustainable living while providing a compact environment for urban residents.
Jason Chua,Von vincent Gumboc,Schuyler de belen Dela torre,Brian Perandos
Constructed with a steel framework and elevated design to withstand flooding, the building serves as adaptable housing that meets the complex needs of urban residents in Metro Manila.
Jenica grace Malana,Trisha anne Oliveros,Christian Del rosario
Constructed with foldable panels and an elevated bamboo structure, this micro home in Metro Manila incorporates abaca mesh for ventilation while offering a flexible living space tailored for urban residents.
With a central courtyard designed for natural ventilation and a façade utilizing brise soleil for sunlight control, the home creates a harmonious living environment that fosters community interaction while embracing the tropical climate.
Incorporating solar film and dynamic fabric shading, the design elevates structures above flood risk while creating vibrant community spaces and essential services for the coastal population of Manila.
Henrique Giovani Canan,Maria Fernanda Del Giovannino De Oliveira,Lia Balassiano Strosberg,Gabriela Tiely Barros Giotoku
The design uses terraced landscapes to connect with the surrounding olive groves, creating a peaceful guest retreat that balances sustainability, community interaction, and everyday comfort.
The integration of nine modular wooden boxes forms a serene inner dome that offers a versatile reading space, balancing private retreat with community interaction.
Light-colored sand and pinkish hues define an educational facility that merges porous walls with the natural landscape of a wetland, promoting biodiversity while enhancing visitor engagement.
Incorporating traditional azulejos and sustainable photovoltaic panels, the facility fosters community interaction among elderly residents through thoughtfully designed spaces that blend functionality with regional cultural elements.
This residential complex is designed to enhance active ageing to support its elderly residents. It prioritizes autonomy and community engagement, offering a unique blend of individual living spaces and communal areas.
Shiyen Wu,Jun-han Huang,Pei-shan Chen,Chun-teng Lin
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and enhanced by biophilic green walls, the design integrates residential and commercial spaces to promote community interaction within an urban setting.
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.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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