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Corten Steel and Adobe Refuge Designed for Desert Sustainability
Corten Steel and Adobe Refuge Designed for Desert Sustainability
Luiz felipe Silveira
Crafted from locally sourced adobe and weathered Corten steel, this sustainable desert refuge invites inhabitants to immerse themselves in nature while promoting environmental responsibility through innovative water management and community engagement.
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Residential community featuring rammed earth panels and traditional wind catchers for sustainable living
Residential community featuring rammed earth panels and traditional wind catchers for sustainable living
Magdalini Petroleka, Kimon Konstantaras
This residential community artfully combines rammed earth panels and traditional wind catchers within a modular layout, creating a harmonious blend of sustainable living and cultural heritage in an urban setting.
middle east residential community sustainability courtyard modern traditional urban eco-friendly modular
Wind Tower and Local Stone Create a Sustainable Family Home Emphasizing Natural Ventilation
Wind Tower and Local Stone Create a Sustainable Family Home Emphasizing Natural Ventilation
Chang Yuan Max Hsu
Incorporating a traditional wind tower and using locally sourced stone, the design fosters natural ventilation while creating a communal family home that reflects cultural heritage and sustainability.
middle east residential communal sustainable courtyard ventilation family local materials cultural flexible
Curvilinear Facade of Green Concrete and Timber Framework Enhances Ecological Education at Wetland Center
Curvilinear Facade of Green Concrete and Timber Framework Enhances Ecological Education at Wetland Center
Niklas Nalbach, Lukas Kochendörfer
Curvilinear forms crafted from Green Concrete and warm timber elements harmonize with the Al Wathba Wetland ecosystem, creating a visitor center that educates and inspires conservation awareness.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Wind Towers Create a Sustainable Oasis for Ecological Education
Rammed Earth Walls and Wind Towers Create a Sustainable Oasis for Ecological Education
Manuela Hardy
Rammed earth walls harmonize with wind towers in a design that prioritizes ecological education and community engagement within a unique wetland environment.
abu dhabi wetlands education conservation sustainability public community interactivity ecology environment
Charred Wooden Shingles and High-Density Wood Create Sustainable Living Spaces in Urban Context
Charred Wooden Shingles and High-Density Wood Create Sustainable Living Spaces in Urban Context
Filippo Catalfamo
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and high-density wood within a thoughtfully designed courtyard layout, the residence seamlessly marries traditional influences with modern sustainability to create a comfortable urban living environment.
dubai house residential sustainability modern courtyard community living traditional materials
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Integration in a Family-Focused Emirati Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Integration in a Family-Focused Emirati Residence
Sahar Darwich
Integrating charred wooden shingles with solar energy solutions, the residence redefines family-oriented living in the Emirates by harmonizing traditional design elements with contemporary functionality.
emirates residential sustainable family modern courtyard landscaping outdoor living materials
Lattice-Infused Design Featuring Sustainable Materials for Family Living
Lattice-Infused Design Featuring Sustainable Materials for Family Living
Darya Gladysheva
Emphasizing a unique latticework façade crafted from traditional materials, the design promotes natural ventilation and family interaction within a sustainable residential environment.
modern home residential sustainability family courtyard urban contemporary materials flexibility middle east
Malqaf-Enhanced Community Hub Using Thermal Mass Brick and Natural Ceramics
Malqaf-Enhanced Community Hub Using Thermal Mass Brick and Natural Ceramics
Augusto Valdemar Teran Barreto
Utilizing traditional malqaf for natural cooling and robust thermal mass brickwork, this community hub seamlessly blends sustainable materials with modern design principles to create an inviting space for social interaction.
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Natural Stone Facades and Expansive Glass Openings in a Family Home Design
Natural Stone Facades and Expansive Glass Openings in a Family Home Design
Asma Saeed Rashed Alaskar Alnuaimi
With its natural stone facades and extensive use of glass that blurs the line between indoor and outdoor living, the design creates a welcoming environment perfectly suited for modern family life.
residential family pool majls urban contemporary wellness outdoor private middle east
Octagonal Canopy Structures in Natural Fabrics for Desert Hospitality
Octagonal Canopy Structures in Natural Fabrics for Desert Hospitality
Hasan Al-rashid
Octagonal canopies crafted from sustainable fabrics rise above the arid landscape, providing essential shade and fostering community engagement in the heart of the Liwa Desert.
uae pavilion canopy desert community shelter cultural outdoor shade hospitality
Dew Harvesting Architecture Featuring Clay Bricks and Indoor Courtyards for Resilient Living
Dew Harvesting Architecture Featuring Clay Bricks and Indoor Courtyards for Resilient Living
Frances Nkese Bassey Okpoyo
Incorporating a dew harvesting mechanism and constructed from clay bricks, this residence emphasizes sustainability and community with its integrated indoor courtyards, providing a serene family living environment.
uae residential sustainable courtyard traditional modern energy community privacy flexibility
Majlis-Inspired Residence with Sustainable Photovoltaics and Expansive Glazing
Majlis-Inspired Residence with Sustainable Photovoltaics and Expansive Glazing
Tommaso Vacchi, Paola Tonizzo, Manuele Quintino
Utilizing expansive glazing and integrating sustainable photovoltaics, the residence reinterprets the traditional Majlis concept to create an inviting and energy-efficient family home.
dubai villa residential uae sustainability modern family cultural private landscaping
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
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