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Corten Steel Facade and Triangular Form Integrate with Massive Glass Skylights in Multi-Functional Design
Corten Steel Facade and Triangular Form Integrate with Massive Glass Skylights in Multi-Functional Design
Rosina Dück, Jennifer Cuadro
An angular form crafted from weathered Corten steel and expansive glass facades captures natural light, creating an inviting space for community interaction and diverse activities in a rugged mountainous setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Concrete Integrate Seamlessly Into a Mountainous Visitor Center
Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Concrete Integrate Seamlessly Into a Mountainous Visitor Center
Taylor Carswell
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and complemented by sustainable concrete, the visitor center seamlessly integrates into its mountainous landscape, inviting exploration and connection with nature.
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Charred Shingles and Corten Steel Uniting Flexible Living Spaces in the Alpine Landscape
Charred Shingles and Corten Steel Uniting Flexible Living Spaces in the Alpine Landscape
Richard Kleinig
Emphasizing the use of charred shingles and Corten steel, this alpine living complex seamlessly integrates modular units with adaptable layouts to foster community engagement and interaction within a stunning natural landscape.
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Embracing Natural Stone and Glass Facades Within a Spiraled Sanctuary for Spiritual Reflection
Embracing Natural Stone and Glass Facades Within a Spiraled Sanctuary for Spiritual Reflection
Junlin Li, Zeqi Zheng
Elevating spiritual practice, the residence incorporates natural stone and expansive glass facades within a thoughtfully spiraled layout, creating a harmonious environment for meditation and reflection near the Chharu Temple.
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Translucent Glass Facades and Precast Concrete Forms Shaping a Biophilic Urban Hub
Translucent Glass Facades and Precast Concrete Forms Shaping a Biophilic Urban Hub
Andrea Battistoni, Anissa Le scornet
Translucent glass facades harmonize with precast concrete forms, creating a biophilic urban hub that fosters community interaction and engagement within a thoughtfully designed environment.
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Vaulted Ceilings and Adobe Walls Enhance Tranquility in Vineyard Hospitality
Vaulted Ceilings and Adobe Walls Enhance Tranquility in Vineyard Hospitality
Arturo Acosta, Diego Belden
Combining vaulted ceilings and adobe walls to evoke a sense of serenity, the design offers an inviting retreat amidst lush vineyards, providing an exceptional hospitality experience for discerning guests.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wood Form an Adaptive Living Space Embraced by Nature
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wood Form an Adaptive Living Space Embraced by Nature
Cassidy Ho, Tony Le, Dana Kim
Employing cross-laminated timber panels and charred wood, the design seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings to create a versatile living space that fosters connection and tranquility.
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Suspended Steel Frames and Natural Light in a Multifunctional Desert Retreat
Suspended Steel Frames and Natural Light in a Multifunctional Desert Retreat
Roberto Gallegos noreña
Suspended steel frames support interconnected pods enriched with natural light and adorned by a central Sakura tree, creating a versatile retreat designed for reflection and social activities in a desert landscape.
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Marble Residue Housing Crafted with Sustainable Timber Panels Enhancing Community Living
Marble Residue Housing Crafted with Sustainable Timber Panels Enhancing Community Living
Ovidiu-alexandru Dobre, Ioana bianca Voican, Sebastian alexandru Boldea, Roberta maria Teodorescu
Utilizing marble residues and sustainable timber panels, this design delivers adaptable housing solutions that foster community connections for workers in the local quarrying industry.
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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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Charred Wooden Shingles and Aluminum Framing Elevate Public Spaces in a Fault Line Environment
Charred Wooden Shingles and Aluminum Framing Elevate Public Spaces in a Fault Line Environment
Océane Stadelmann, Elodie Serrant
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and lightweight aluminum framing, the design weaves elegant gangplanks through a fault line landscape, creating an immersive public space that harmonizes with nature while inviting exploration and community interaction.
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Wellness retreat featuring cross-laminated timber panels and rainwater harvesting systems in a mountainous setting
Wellness retreat featuring cross-laminated timber panels and rainwater harvesting systems in a mountainous setting
Xunman Huang
Nestled in a serene mountainous landscape, this wellness retreat seamlessly blends cross-laminated timber construction with innovative rainwater harvesting and a unique hollow roof design, creating a harmonious connection between architecture and nature.
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Skiing cabin featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles for seasonal community engagement
Skiing cabin featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles for seasonal community engagement
Gavin Hutchison, Alexander Findley, Elin Soderberg, Alexander Findley, Elin Soderberg
This skiing cabin seamlessly combines cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles to create a versatile, climate-responsive space that fosters community connection in a stunning mountainous setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Pathways in Sustainable Urban Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Pathways in Sustainable Urban Living Spaces
Éléonore Vérant, Laia Tarrés
With its charred wooden shingles and biophilic hanging gardens, this innovative structure seamlessly integrates vertical pathways into an urban environment, providing a blend of hotel, student housing, and community spaces.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Create an Engaging Community Experience in a Mountainous Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Create an Engaging Community Experience in a Mountainous Landscape
Valentina Fracca, Francesca Bonfà
Charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades seamlessly integrate with the mountainous landscape, creating a sustainable community space that fosters connection among residents.
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Sundial-Inspired Structure Featuring Colored Glass and Natural Stone for Community Living
Sundial-Inspired Structure Featuring Colored Glass and Natural Stone for Community Living
Bingfeng Song
With a sundial at its core and an exterior adorned with colored glass and natural stone, the design creates an inspiring environment that fosters community engagement among artists in a secluded mountainous setting.
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Cave-Inspired Design Featuring Curvilinear Form and Transparent Glass Facades in Community Cinema
Cave-Inspired Design Featuring Curvilinear Form and Transparent Glass Facades in Community Cinema
Grant Mattingly
Curvilinear forms and transparent glass façades echo Iceland's natural landscape, creating an engaging cultural hub dedicated to cinema.
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Vertical Gardens and Composite Panels Create a Sustainable Skyline in Saudi Urban Development
Vertical Gardens and Composite Panels Create a Sustainable Skyline in Saudi Urban Development
Abdelrahman Elmansoury, Turki Asiri, Sultan Abdulsattar, Khalid Al zahrani
Embedded within the dramatic contours of Mount Bathra, the tower showcases an intricate blend of sustainable composite materials and vertical gardens, serving as a multifunctional hub that enhances community connectivity and urban vibrancy.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaic Panels Form a Sustainable Community Residence in the High-Altitude Plateau
Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaic Panels Form a Sustainable Community Residence in the High-Altitude Plateau
Manshu Liu, Wei Chen, Fangfei Shi, Yingxiao Li
Combining charred wooden shingles and photovoltaic panels, the residence seamlessly integrates sustainable practices into its design while fostering a sense of community in the unique environment of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.
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Charred Wooden Shingles And Concrete Design Create A Flexible Environment With Virtual Interaction
Charred Wooden Shingles And Concrete Design Create A Flexible Environment With Virtual Interaction
Alec Masur
With its charred wooden shingles and expansive concrete elements, the design fosters a seamless blend of digital interaction and flexible living spaces tailored for community engagement.
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