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Gravitational Waves and Recycled Wood Form an Urban Meditation Haven

Lucie Di capua, Mariateresa Giammetti, Angela Girardo

A purple-black monolith shaped like a menhir, the meditation cabin utilizes recycled wood and dynamic light waves to create an immersive retreat for reflection within the urban landscape.

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Rammed Earth Monolith With Fluid Water Interaction

Maurício Addor neto, Bruno Futema, Gabriel Da silva martinez ribeiro, Breno Quaioti

A rammed earth monolith integrates flowing water elements, creating a tactile connection with the landscape while serving as a contemplative space for visitors.

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Monolithic Structure Embraces Volcanic Landscape with Prefabricated Timber Spaces

Monolithic Structure Embraces Volcanic Landscape with Prefabricated Timber Spaces

José daniel Cardona, Juan Cornielles

A monolithic structure inspired by the Hverfjall volcano integrates prefabricated timber elements, creating a coffeeshop that connects visitors with the captivating volcanic landscape.

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Corten Structures Framing Historical Reflection in a Memorial Setting

Corten Structures Framing Historical Reflection in a Memorial Setting

John Iacobacci, Devon Rowley, Ben Gravel

Corten steel monoliths arranged in a sunken path create a reflective space that honors historical atrocities, inviting community engagement and remembrance within the memorial.

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Basalt Glazing and Fragmented Monolith in Icelandic Landscapes

Basalt Glazing and Fragmented Monolith in Icelandic Landscapes

Anja Flerin, Gašper Novak, Eva Rnjak

Constructed as a fragmented monolith with basalt glazing, the design seamlessly integrates with the stark Icelandic landscape while providing access to the surrounding caves for exploration and engagement.

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Tectonic Monolith Embracing Geothermal Dynamics and Rainwater Harvesting

Tectonic Monolith Embracing Geothermal Dynamics and Rainwater Harvesting

Afshan Behnamghader, Konstantinos Moustakas, Anna Vasileiou, Peter Lin

A tectonic monolith divided by geological forces incorporates staircases that echo the surrounding fissures, allowing visitors to explore the interplay of natural elements and sustainable technologies within a unique visitor experience.

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Monolithic Concrete Structure Integrating Geothermal Systems Within Icelandic Landscape

Monolithic Concrete Structure Integrating Geothermal Systems Within Icelandic Landscape

Ari Prasetya, Nicole Cinadr

Emphasizing a monolithic concrete form and incorporating geothermal systems, the design seamlessly integrates into the Icelandic landscape while serving as a visitor center for exploration and connection with nature.

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Reflective Monolith Integrating Natural Light with Underground Spaces

Reflective Monolith Integrating Natural Light with Underground Spaces

Guillermo Valles, Denisse Saldoval

A reflective monolith rises above the Icelandic landscape, seamlessly integrating underground spaces that harness natural light to guide visitors on their journey to the caves.

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Monolithic Structure Engaging Humanity Amidst the Unknown

Konstantinos Stamou, Christina - anna Alifanti, Zoe Papadimitriou - olivgeri, Maria Roumelioti

A soaring monolithic form in the Svalbard Archipelago invites contemplation and interaction, embodying the concept of diastasis as it connects humanity to the vast unknown while serving as a space for reflection and exploration.

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Monolithic Form Embracing Geological Heritage Through Cavernous Spaces

Monolithic Form Embracing Geological Heritage Through Cavernous Spaces

German Maguicha, Fiorella Panunzio gonzalez

A monolithic structure emerges from the Icelandic landscape, harmonizing with the geological features of Hverfjall while offering cavernous spaces for educational engagement with volcanic history.

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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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Geopolymer Monolith Designed for Introspection and Reflection

Alessandro Rigamonti

A circular entrance leads into a geopolymer monolith designed to facilitate introspection, creating an intimate environment that encourages deep personal reflection.

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Monolithic Structure of Burnt Wood and Volcanic Stone Overlooking a Volcanic Landscape

Paul Noltet, Jules Babinet

Rising from the volcanic terrain, a monolithic structure combines burnt wood and local volcanic stone to create a unique hiking experience that bridges architecture and nature.

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Corten Steel Structure Embracing Natural Fissures with Geothermal Access

Corten Steel Structure Embracing Natural Fissures with Geothermal Access

Santiago Muros cortés

Cracks in a Corten steel exterior reveal an architectural valley leading to geothermal access, merging natural fissures with the structure's function as a visitor center and viewing tower.

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Blackened Timber Enclosure Overlooking a Geological Chasm

Blackened Timber Enclosure Overlooking a Geological Chasm

Paul Kelly, Gary Lysaght

Erected with a blackened timber exoskeleton, the structure engages directly with its surrounding geological chasm while providing educational space for visitors to explore Iceland’s unique natural history.

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Cave-Like Monolith Crafted From Black Sand and Glacial Water

Cave-Like Monolith Crafted From Black Sand and Glacial Water

Pablo Castro, Louis Boulacheb

Crafted from black sand and glacial water, the monolithic structure embodies a cave-like form that offers visitors an immersive experience while engaging with the surrounding Icelandic landscape.

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Basalt Monoliths Embracing Geothermal Warmth in a Geological Landscape

Basalt Monoliths Embracing Geothermal Warmth in a Geological Landscape

Pauline Hamet, Elia Lagabrielle

Emerging from the volcanic landscape, basalt monoliths frame warm bathing areas that offer visitors a unique connection to the geological features of the Vogagjà Fault.

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Monolithic Concrete Structures Paired with Elevated Wooden Elements in a Dramatic Icelandic Landscape

Monolithic Concrete Structures Paired with Elevated Wooden Elements in a Dramatic Icelandic Landscape

Petr Preininger, Michael Gabriel, Kristýna Smržová

Emerging as a focal point amidst the dramatic Icelandic landscape, the monolithic concrete structures stand alongside elevated wooden elements, creating a visitor center that invites exploration and engagement with its unique surroundings.

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Curved Rammed Earth Structure Overlooking Vibrant Vineyards

Curved Rammed Earth Structure Overlooking Vibrant Vineyards

Eliza Neagu

The distinctive curved walls of rammed earth create a harmonious connection with the surrounding vineyards, providing an elevated space for wine tasting that emphasizes natural materials and landscape integration.

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Monolithic Structure with Volcanic Elements Overlooking a Scenic Crater

Monolithic Structure with Volcanic Elements Overlooking a Scenic Crater

Samuel Schubert

Constructed from insulating concrete and volcanic materials, the building emerges as a monolithic form that harmonizes with the landscape while providing versatile exhibition space and community engagement opportunities.

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A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

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Manuel Villalain Gonzalez, Pedro Xavier Martins Silva, Hazem Elshafei, Hazem Mosad Mohamed

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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

Ryan Kirkness

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the Mývatn landscape, providing a functional ski cabin that balances modern amenities with local materiality.

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Search results for: “Monolith”

105 projects found:

Gravitational Waves and Recycled Wood Form an Urban Meditation Haven

Rammed Earth Monolith With Fluid Water Interaction

Monolithic Structure Embraces Volcanic Landscape with Prefabricated Timber Spaces

Corten Structures Framing Historical Reflection in a Memorial Setting

Basalt Glazing and Fragmented Monolith in Icelandic Landscapes

Tectonic Monolith Embracing Geothermal Dynamics and Rainwater Harvesting

Monolithic Concrete Structure Integrating Geothermal Systems Within Icelandic Landscape

Reflective Monolith Integrating Natural Light with Underground Spaces

Monolithic Structure Engaging Humanity Amidst the Unknown

Monolithic Form Embracing Geological Heritage Through Cavernous Spaces

Cave-Like Structure Embracing Geothermal Landscapes for Unique Cinema Experience

Geopolymer Monolith Designed for Introspection and Reflection

Monolithic Structure of Burnt Wood and Volcanic Stone Overlooking a Volcanic Landscape

Corten Steel Structure Embracing Natural Fissures with Geothermal Access

Blackened Timber Enclosure Overlooking a Geological Chasm

Cave-Like Monolith Crafted From Black Sand and Glacial Water

Basalt Monoliths Embracing Geothermal Warmth in a Geological Landscape

Monolithic Concrete Structures Paired with Elevated Wooden Elements in a Dramatic Icelandic Landscape

Curved Rammed Earth Structure Overlooking Vibrant Vineyards

Monolithic Structure with Volcanic Elements Overlooking a Scenic Crater

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Flexible Creative Spaces for Fashion

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

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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