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Portable Living Solutions With Polycarbonate Exteriors And Integrated Water Harvesting Systems
Portable Living Solutions With Polycarbonate Exteriors And Integrated Water Harvesting Systems
Remin Peter, Nahila keepoyil Fathimathu, Marwa Jubairiya, Hanan Abdul gafoor
Constructed with flexible polycarbonate panels that allow for easy portability, this innovative dwelling integrates water harvesting systems to create sustainable living spaces tailored for urban environments.
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Cross-Laminated Timber With Charred Shingles Creating Flexible Urban Workspaces
Cross-Laminated Timber With Charred Shingles Creating Flexible Urban Workspaces
Yong Huang, Trevor Hibbs, Chenglang Xia
With cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, this innovative structure offers a contemporary workspace that seamlessly integrates natural materials into its urban environment.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Transparent Facades Form a Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Transparent Facades Form a Community Hub
Beata Romowska, Nikola Gierczak, Magdalena Różalska, Milena Szwemmer
Blending charred wooden shingles with expansive glass facades, the design creates a seamless dialogue between nature and structure, serving as a versatile community hub that fosters collaboration and connection.
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Repurposed Steel Sheets and Reclaimed Wood Create a Sustainable Learning Hub Surrounded by Nature
Repurposed Steel Sheets and Reclaimed Wood Create a Sustainable Learning Hub Surrounded by Nature
Tine Brandstrup, Jesper Nielsen
Repurposed steel sheets and reclaimed wood seamlessly blend to form an educational hub that fosters community engagement and showcases sustainable practices within a vibrant natural landscape.
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Mist-Activated Vertical Garden Built with Steel Framework and Hydroponics in a Wetland Ecosystem
Mist-Activated Vertical Garden Built with Steel Framework and Hydroponics in a Wetland Ecosystem
Irene Defant
A mist-activated vertical garden crafted with a steel framework and hydroponics emerges gracefully within the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, inviting visitors to engage with the unique ecosystem while offering an unparalleled observation experience.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Wood Create a Flexible Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Wood Create a Flexible Community Space
Dyan Prakash, Luis Rodriguez de Minon, Yinqi Huang
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and carefully crafted sustainable wood elements, the design fosters an adaptable community hub that enhances connectivity and interaction among residents.
community culture sustainability functionality urban flexibility innovation materiality integration outdoor
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Versatile Urban Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Versatile Urban Hub
Mina Fujiwara, Hyeoksoo Cho
With its distinctive charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels framing adaptable spaces, the design harmoniously blends sustainability and community engagement to serve as a multifunctional urban hub.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define A Versatile Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define A Versatile Community Space
Paul Schuchmann, Eric Schmitz
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a harmonious blend of sustainability and modern functionality, establishing a welcoming community hub for various activities.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Envelop a Community-Focused Gathering Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Envelop a Community-Focused Gathering Space
Adriana Paula Panturu
Embracing local sustainability, the structure showcases charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, creating a versatile community space designed to foster collaboration and connection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Sustainable Urban Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Sustainable Urban Community Hub
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels define a visually captivating structure that serves as a vibrant community hub, merging sustainable design with functional spaces for interaction and engagement.
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Green Roofs and Reinforced Concrete Elevate Community Living in a Sustainable Urban Design
Green Roofs and Reinforced Concrete Elevate Community Living in a Sustainable Urban Design
Antoni Bielicki, Lachlan Mitchell
Reinforced concrete forms a robust foundation while expansive glass panels invite natural light into the communal spaces, all atop lush green roofs designed to enrich urban living in a cooperative residential environment.
residential community sustainability urban contemporary green flexibility accessibility interactive living
Mirrored Steel Reflections Amidst Black Marble Niches in a Birch Grove Memorial
Mirrored Steel Reflections Amidst Black Marble Niches in a Birch Grove Memorial
Shenglan Xu, Jiaqi Li
Mirrored steel elements and dark-frosted marble niches merge seamlessly with the birch forest, creating a tranquil space for remembrance and reflection in a thoughtfully designed columbarium.
latvia columbarium forest contemplation nature reflection memorial birch sustainability niches
Vertical Gardens and Solar Extensions in a Concrete High-Rise Habitat
Vertical Gardens and Solar Extensions in a Concrete High-Rise Habitat
W. victoria Lee, Lisa Moffitt, Yorgos Berdos
Incorporating vertical gardens and solar extensions, the high-rise revitalization transforms a historical concrete structure into an eco-conscious community hub that redefines urban living.
london residential high-rise community sustainability renovation urban green concrete housing
Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Structure Housing Vertical Gardens for Urban Farming
Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Structure Housing Vertical Gardens for Urban Farming
Bastiaan Muilwijk
Nestled within an urban landscape, the combination of fiber-reinforced concrete and vertical gardens creates a functional space that seamlessly integrates office environments with sustainable agricultural practices.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Forming a Community-Centric Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Forming a Community-Centric Hub
Adrian Aranda, Luis Rubio
Combining charred wooden shingles with cross-laminated timber panels, the design fosters a harmonious relationship with its surroundings while serving as a versatile community hub.
urban community sustainability public multi-use innovation green accessible space residential
Buoyant Community Space Crafted from Concrete Ship and Porous Materials for Urban Resilience
Buoyant Community Space Crafted from Concrete Ship and Porous Materials for Urban Resilience
Ayane Yamada, Kei Kato, Shohei Fukinuki
Crafted with buoyant concrete and integrated porous materials, the community space responds dynamically to urban flooding while fostering interaction among inhabitants through its multifunctional design.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Sustainable Community Hub
Jihoon Kim, Brenna Elise Fransen
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates an inviting and sustainable community hub that seamlessly integrates with its urban setting.
urban community sustainability functionality modern landscape materials public flexibility interior
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Inviting Communal Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Inviting Communal Spaces
Julio Cesar Gomez Ochoa
Emphasizing the tactile beauty of charred wooden shingles and the structural integrity of cross-laminated timber, the design creates warm, inviting communal spaces that foster connection and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Rainwater Systems Enhance Community Engagement Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Rainwater Systems Enhance Community Engagement Spaces
Valdemar Pavlovski, Edvin Voiskunovič, Simonas Kazlauskas
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and a rainwater harvesting system, the design creates an engaging community space that harmonizes sustainability with local cultural identity.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Gardens Elevate Urban Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Gardens Elevate Urban Living Spaces
Youna Jung, Jang Yu-bin
With a façade of charred wooden shingles and integrated vertical gardens, the design redefines urban sustainability by creating a multifunctional space that fosters community interaction amid a contemporary living environment.
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