Located on a quiet mountainside, the facility is designed to support individuals in palliative care by offering a calm and respectful environment. Its layout and material choices prioritize comfort, accessibility, and connection to the natural surroundings for both patients and their families.
María eugenia Contreras,Bárbara Di frisco,Ran Shporer,Juan eugenio Rosemberg
With stained glass that captures the light of the surrounding Serra de Estrella mountains, the yoga house offers a tranquil space designed for wellness and meditation, harmonizing seamlessly with its natural setting.
Crafted from Portuguese cedar and illuminated by frit-glass, the vessel integrates into its mountain setting, offering a dedicated space for yoga and relaxation that emphasizes a connection with nature.
The yogaraft, constructed from roundwood and supported by a sustainable greywater management system, floats gracefully above a pond, creating a serene space designed for meditation and community engagement.
Optimized for natural light and equipped with a wood-block facade and integrated planters, the facility offers a serene environment for yoga practices while maintaining a close connection to the surrounding landscape.
With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.
Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.
Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.
A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.
The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.
The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.
Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.
Maria Turcu,Mihai Mitrică,Alina Măldărescu,Alina Lixeanu
Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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