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Sunken Cinema Built With Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete and Rammed Earth Embracing Icelandic Landscape
Sunken Cinema Built With Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete and Rammed Earth Embracing Icelandic Landscape
Berkin Islam
A sunken cinema crafted from Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete and rammed earth artfully merges with the Icelandic landscape, creating a unique cultural hub for artistic expression and community engagement.
iceland theatre exhibition gallery cultural multi-functional sustainable cinema community landscape
Cultural Pavilion Featuring Geometric Roof Forms and Sustainable Spruce Wood Finishes
Cultural Pavilion Featuring Geometric Roof Forms and Sustainable Spruce Wood Finishes
Donald Ryan
Nestled within Iceland's volcanic landscape, this cultural pavilion harmoniously integrates geometric roof forms with sustainable spruce wood finishes to create a versatile space for community engagement and cinematic experiences.
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Transportable Quarantine Cells Incorporated Within Concrete and Glass Facades for Flexible Urban Living
Transportable Quarantine Cells Incorporated Within Concrete and Glass Facades for Flexible Urban Living
Lingqing Xu, Junxin Song, Wei Zhou
Incorporating movable quarantine cells within a robust concrete and glass structure, this design redefines urban living by creating adaptable, multifunctional spaces for communities facing health challenges.
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Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Shingles Unite in a Sustainable Visitor Center Design
Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Shingles Unite in a Sustainable Visitor Center Design
Florencia Alleges, Agustín Fernández
Integrating cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, this sustainable visitor center is designed to enhance the volcanic landscape while providing essential amenities for nature enthusiasts.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Community Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Community Retreat
Andrea Cervi, Davide Caccia, Francesco Caputo
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a seamless integration with the forested landscape, offering a communal space that fosters connection while respecting individual privacy.
residential community shared sustainability forest multi-functional private modern wood living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Light Create a Versatile Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Light Create a Versatile Community Hub
Ulysse Panel, Ugo Nataloni, Malaury Forget, Clement Boissier
Embracing sustainable construction with charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the structure serves as a vital community hub, fostering social interaction and adaptability in an urban setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Biophilic Design Blend for a Multi-Functional Urban Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Biophilic Design Blend for a Multi-Functional Urban Space
Daniela Feingold, Matthew Fisk
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and integrated vertical gardens, this multi-functional urban space seamlessly marries sustainability with community engagement.
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Granite Integration with Green Roof and Hydroponic Gardens in a Community Gathering Space
Granite Integration with Green Roof and Hydroponic Gardens in a Community Gathering Space
Gelar Kautsar
Blending local granite with a green roof and hydroponic gardens, the design creates an inviting community gathering space that harmonizes with its natural surroundings.
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Natural Stone and Clay Plaster Retreat Embracing Biophilic Principles in a Woodland Setting
Natural Stone and Clay Plaster Retreat Embracing Biophilic Principles in a Woodland Setting
Sophie Hamer
Constructed with natural stone and clay plaster, this retreat harmonizes with its woodland surroundings, offering a serene space dedicated to wellness and mindful practices.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Dennis Liesenhoff, Claudius maria Cornelius
Crafted using charred wooden shingles and reclaimed timber, the design embodies environmental sensitivity and community engagement while serving as a versatile hub for social interaction.
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Curvilinear Glass Facade and Mosaic Accents Define A Community-Centric Space Crafted from Reinforced Concrete and Natural Elements
Curvilinear Glass Facade and Mosaic Accents Define A Community-Centric Space Crafted from Reinforced Concrete and Natural Elements
Dilber Uğur
With its curvilinear glass facade and vibrant mosaic tiles, the design seamlessly integrates reinforced concrete with natural elements to create a versatile space for community engagement and artistic collaboration.
spain administration hostel artist community nature sustainability residential multi-functional landscape
Charred Wood and Glass Pavilion Seamlessly Integrates with Icelandic Landscape
Charred Wood and Glass Pavilion Seamlessly Integrates with Icelandic Landscape
Hui Guo
The seamless blend of charred wood and expansive glass creates an inviting atmosphere that connects visitors with Iceland's breathtaking landscape, all within a multifunctional pavilion designed for film screenings and community gatherings.
iceland pavilion cinema community gathering cultural nature glass multi-functional landscape
Seamless Integration of Cast-In-Place Concrete and Natural Stone in a Cliffside Residence
Seamless Integration of Cast-In-Place Concrete and Natural Stone in a Cliffside Residence
Dakota Walters
Set against a dramatic cliffside, the seamless blend of cast-in-place concrete and natural stone creates an environment that fosters both connection to nature and modern living, serving as a versatile residence designed for social interaction and relaxation.
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Community Gathering Space Emphasizing Natural Stone and Photovoltaic Glass in a Volcanic Landscape
Community Gathering Space Emphasizing Natural Stone and Photovoltaic Glass in a Volcanic Landscape
Roman Bargen, Sergey Nenashev, Ivan Danilov
Nestled within Iceland's dramatic volcanic terrain, this community gathering space creatively merges reinforced concrete and expansive glass panels with natural stone, offering an immersive experience that promotes sustainability and interaction with the surrounding landscape.
iceland community gathering space sustainability education observation deck greenhouses natural landscape multi-functional volcanic terrain
Interlocking Volumes Featuring Teak Slats and Sustainable Photovoltaics in Residential Design
Interlocking Volumes Featuring Teak Slats and Sustainable Photovoltaics in Residential Design
Antonio De vecchi
With interlocking volumes clad in warm teak slats and enhanced by photovoltaic panels, this residence harmonizes sustainability with a unique embrace of its surroundings.
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Eco-Rooftop Gardens and Vertical Living Crafted with Glue-Laminated Timber Panels
Eco-Rooftop Gardens and Vertical Living Crafted with Glue-Laminated Timber Panels
Regina Montanez
Crafted with glue-laminated timber panels and designed with cascading eco-rooftop gardens, this vertical living space redefines urban habitat by integrating community interaction with sustainable practices.
mexico residential sustainable urban community green multi-functional environmental contemporary habitat
Charred Wood Shingles and Concrete Integration in a Multi-Functional Community Hub
Charred Wood Shingles and Concrete Integration in a Multi-Functional Community Hub
Elisa Frost
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and complemented by expansive glass facades, the design seamlessly merges indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a vibrant community hub that encourages interaction and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Community-Focused Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Community-Focused Space
Alex Renard
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels create a warm, inviting atmosphere in a multifunctional community space designed to foster social interaction and sustainability.
community sustainability public multi-functional modern landscape adaptive local timber urban
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Panels Define a Sustainable Tiny Home Design in the Midwest
Charred Wooden Shingles and Solar Panels Define a Sustainable Tiny Home Design in the Midwest
Sarah Kleiner, Wendy Klepcyk, Abigail Lovins, Emily Mayforth
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and enhanced by solar panels, this sustainable tiny home effectively balances modern aesthetics with practical functionality in a compact living space.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Transparent Facades in a Visitor Center Embracing Geological Landscapes
Charred Wooden Shingles and Transparent Facades in a Visitor Center Embracing Geological Landscapes
Eedo Zygelbaum
Charred wooden shingles harmonize with reinforced concrete to create a visitor center that offers immersive views of Iceland's geological landscape while fostering meaningful connections between nature and architecture.
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