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Tattoo Academy Featuring a Tilted Steel Structure with Integrated Natural Light and Collaborative Workshop Spaces
Tattoo Academy Featuring a Tilted Steel Structure with Integrated Natural Light and Collaborative Workshop Spaces
Fang Xu, Frank Zhang
This tattoo academy redefines creative education with its tilted steel structure that maximizes natural light and encourages collaboration, all while seamlessly blending contemporary design with community integration.
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Radial Timber Pavilion Integrating Cedar Paneling in a Forest Setting for Community Engagement
Radial Timber Pavilion Integrating Cedar Paneling in a Forest Setting for Community Engagement
Chang yuan max Hsu
Emphasizing radial symmetry and constructed with warm cedar paneling, this community hub harmoniously blends into the forest landscape, serving as a dynamic space for cultural gatherings and artistic performances.
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Corten Steel Structure Harmonizing With Traditional Stone in a Sustainable Winery Retreat
Corten Steel Structure Harmonizing With Traditional Stone in a Sustainable Winery Retreat
Vera Sapega
A blend of weathered Corten steel and traditional stone creates an inviting atmosphere that celebrates winemaking heritage, offering guests a unique retreat amidst the vineyard landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Cabins Designed for Communal Living in Latvia
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Cabins Designed for Communal Living in Latvia
Zofia Gancarczyk, Aleksandra Adamska, Klaudia Kochanowska, Aleksandra Musiał
Emphasizing sustainability through charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with Latvia's landscape to foster communal gatherings within thoughtfully crafted cabins.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create A Serene Memorial Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create A Serene Memorial Space
Shu-yun Cheng, Chen-yu Yang, Huei-shin Lin, Sin-yu Lin
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this serene columbarium harmoniously blends contemporary sustainability with a profound connection to nature, providing a tranquil space for remembrance and reflection.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Vertical Gardens Enhance Community Connectivity in Sustainable Design
Rammed Earth Walls and Vertical Gardens Enhance Community Connectivity in Sustainable Design
Steven Yosifov
Crafted with rammed earth walls and adorned by vertical gardens, this community hub seamlessly integrates into its hillside setting while serving as a versatile space for collaboration and learning.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Engineered Timber Create Community Hub Committed to Sustainability
Charred Wooden Shingles and Engineered Timber Create Community Hub Committed to Sustainability
Mina Eghbal, Hiyala Shafeeq
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and engineered timber, this community hub stands as a testament to sustainable design while fostering social interaction and connectivity among its users.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Insulated Steel Framework Define Flexible Modular Housing Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Insulated Steel Framework Define Flexible Modular Housing Solutions
Roberto Carlando, María antonia Cartagena sevillano
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and insulated steel framework, this modular housing solution offers adaptive living spaces designed for community engagement and sustainability.
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Charred Wooden Cladding and Cross-Laminated Timber Elevate Eco-Friendly Visitor Experience
Charred Wooden Cladding and Cross-Laminated Timber Elevate Eco-Friendly Visitor Experience
Facundo Bidegain, José carlos Machado, Germán Génova
With its charred wooden cladding and cross-laminated timber construction, the design seamlessly blends sustainable materials with the landscape, creating a unique visitor center that invites exploration and appreciation of the natural surroundings.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Sustainable Community Hub
Santiago Márquez, Brayan Molina
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design showcases a harmonious blend of sustainability and community engagement, serving as a multifunctional hub that fosters connection and interaction among its users.
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Elevated Canopy of Local Hardwood Embraces Community Spaces in a Subtropical Wetland
Elevated Canopy of Local Hardwood Embraces Community Spaces in a Subtropical Wetland
Juan jose Lopez, Juan felipe Castiblanco cespedes, Maria Wiesner
An elevated structure of local hardwood artfully weaves community spaces into the subtropical landscape, embodying a sustainable response to flood resilience while fostering connections among its users.
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Shou Sugi Ban Roof Enhances Community Gathering Space Emphasizing Volcanic Basalt Integration
Shou Sugi Ban Roof Enhances Community Gathering Space Emphasizing Volcanic Basalt Integration
Wing chun Ng
Emphasizing a Shou Sugi Ban roof that harmonizes with the volcanic basalt landscape, the new multipurpose hall serves as a vital hub for community storytelling and cinematic experiences in Iceland’s rich cultural setting.
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Carbon Fiber Elevation With Panoramic Glass Integration in a Sustainable Mountain Retreat
Carbon Fiber Elevation With Panoramic Glass Integration in a Sustainable Mountain Retreat
Harry Moller
Elevated by slender carbon fiber columns and enveloped in panoramic glass, this sustainable mountain retreat harmonizes advanced materials with natural surroundings to create a tranquil escape for reflection and rejuvenation.
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Curved Cross-Laminated Timber Pavilion Embracing Natural Light and Coastal Views
Curved Cross-Laminated Timber Pavilion Embracing Natural Light and Coastal Views
Henry Glennon
The pavilion’s elegantly spiraled form, constructed from sustainable cross-laminated timber, harmonizes with its coastal surroundings while providing a versatile space for community engagement and educational activities.
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Vertical Structure with Folded Forms and Glass Facade in a Dynamic Urban Context
Vertical Structure with Folded Forms and Glass Facade in a Dynamic Urban Context
Cheng-yang Huang, William Chandra
Conceived with a vertical folding form that maximizes functionality and interaction, the design integrates a striking glass facade with reinforced concrete and steel elements to create a multifunctional space for dining and delivery in a bustling urban landscape.
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Charred Wood Shingles Elevate A Sustainable Observation Tower Against A Volcanic Backdrop
Charred Wood Shingles Elevate A Sustainable Observation Tower Against A Volcanic Backdrop
Sandra Kostus
Constructed with charred wooden shingles, the observation tower seamlessly integrates sustainable materials with the rugged landscape of Hverfjall, inviting visitors to contemplate the stunning volcanic surroundings.
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Hexagonal Retreat Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles
Hexagonal Retreat Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles
Robert Granstam
Crafted from cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles, the hexagonal structure embraces its natural glade setting to provide a serene space for meditation and community reflection.
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Algae Panels and Vertical Farming Enriching Urban Living Spaces with Green Integration
Algae Panels and Vertical Farming Enriching Urban Living Spaces with Green Integration
Pawel Kwapisz, Martyna Apczynska, Mikolaj Kaluzny
Utilizing algae panels and vertical farming, the design seamlessly integrates sustainable agriculture into urban living, creating a vibrant community space that fosters both ecological health and residential comfort.
urban vertical farming sustainability community residential agriculture green ecosystem usa
Bamboo Framework with Thatched Roofs Emphasizing Community Living in Rural Cambodia
Bamboo Framework with Thatched Roofs Emphasizing Community Living in Rural Cambodia
Hiep Mai
Showcasing an intricate bamboo framework and traditional thatched roofs, this rural dwelling fosters community interaction while seamlessly adapting to the Cambodian climate.
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Charred Wooden Facade Meets Low-E Glass in a Sustainable Urban Community Hub
Charred Wooden Facade Meets Low-E Glass in a Sustainable Urban Community Hub
Yonatan Buchhandler, Valerio Nelli
A facade of charred wood contrasts with expansive Low-E glass panels, creating a vibrant community hub that emphasizes sustainability and connection within the urban landscape.
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Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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Design affordable housing for Denver
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The Architect's Chair

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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

Choose a site—used, abandoned, or forgotten—anywhere in the world, and give it a new purpose
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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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