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Corten Cladding Emphasizes Geology in Visitor Center Design
Corten Cladding Emphasizes Geology in Visitor Center Design
Alessandro Torchio, Marzio Scottoni, Serena Mercuri
Corten cladding envelops a visitor center designed to enhance the connection between the unique geology of Grjótagjá and Vogagjá, providing functional spaces for exploration and engagement with the landscape.
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Enclosed Courtyards and Local Stone Create a Sustainable Retreat in Assisi
Enclosed Courtyards and Local Stone Create a Sustainable Retreat in Assisi
Yoshiyuki Tobe
Enclosed courtyards made from local stone harmonize with the natural landscape of Assisi, creating a sustainable guest house that offers immersive wine tasting experiences and invites strong community interactions.
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Fluid Forms And Sustainable Solutions Through Cross-Laminated Timber And Charred Shingles
Fluid Forms And Sustainable Solutions Through Cross-Laminated Timber And Charred Shingles
Sawsan Al tamsheh
Employing cross-laminated timber and charred shingles, the design creates fluid spaces that seamlessly integrate with the landscape, ultimately serving as a multifunctional community hub.
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Elliptical Concrete Volumes Integrating Urban Greenery for Enhanced Community Living
Elliptical Concrete Volumes Integrating Urban Greenery for Enhanced Community Living
Denisa Balaj
Integrating elliptical concrete volumes with green planting zones, the design fosters community interaction while providing functional student housing in an urban setting.
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Sunken Backyard Experience with Expansive Views in a Community Guest Home
Sunken Backyard Experience with Expansive Views in a Community Guest Home
Kaspar Lätt
A sunken backyard enhances privacy while offering expansive views in a guest home designed to harmonize with the natural landscape of the Umbrian Valley.
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Rainwater Harvesting Roof with Glulam Structure in Volcanic Landscape Café
Rainwater Harvesting Roof with Glulam Structure in Volcanic Landscape Café
Krzysztof Plonski, Roman Dywojna, Mikolaj Plonczynski, Kamil Bronowicki
The sloped roof designed for rainwater harvesting, constructed from glulam, reflects the volcanic landscape while providing a functional café for travelers to enjoy local views and refreshments.
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Fractured Form Merging With Heavy Materials to Reflect Memory and Dialogue
Fractured Form Merging With Heavy Materials to Reflect Memory and Dialogue
Csaba Babud
A fractured form composed of heavy materials embodies the themes of memory and reconciliation, designed to facilitate public reflection and dialogue within a contemplative civic space.
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Sustainable Columbarium Surrounded by Greenery and Wildflowers
Sustainable Columbarium Surrounded by Greenery and Wildflowers
W. jude Leblanc
Nestled among wildflowers and designed as a contemplative labyrinth, the columbarium showcases a seamless integration of local stone and concrete, offering a peaceful memorial space that encourages personal reflection and remembrance.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Form a Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Form a Sustainable Community Hub
Priscila Nogueira, Sandra Kettrup
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and reclaimed timber, the design emphasizes sustainability while serving as a versatile community hub.
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Natural Light and Thermal Mass Enhance Sustainable Community Space
Natural Light and Thermal Mass Enhance Sustainable Community Space
Lisa Sparks
With a focus on natural light and a thermal mass system that efficiently regulates temperature, the design creates a multi-functional space that fosters community engagement and wellness.
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Water Mirror and Perforated Corten Steel in a Vineyard Retreat
Water Mirror and Perforated Corten Steel in a Vineyard Retreat
Leonardo Lepore, Roberto Bologna, Giulio Hasanaj, Valentina Spagnoli
A water mirror reflects the surrounding vineyards while engaging visitors with the tactile warmth of historical bricks and the visual interest of perforated corten steel, creating a functional retreat for wine tasting and community connection.
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Rammed Earth and Water Features in a Sensory Home for the Visually Impaired
Rammed Earth and Water Features in a Sensory Home for the Visually Impaired
Azaan Rahemtulla
Constructed with rammed earth and integrated water features, the design creates a sensory-rich environment that enhances navigation and comfort for visually impaired residents.
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Circular Visitor Center with Prominent Open Fireplace
Circular Visitor Center with Prominent Open Fireplace
Olga Rakova, Stanislav Gorshunov
An open fireplace serves as the centerpiece of a circular visitor center that integrates seamlessly with the Icelandic landscape, allowing visitors to explore a unique connection between nature and built form.
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Courtyard-Centered Community Housing Utilizing Metal Screens and Natural Stone
Courtyard-Centered Community Housing Utilizing Metal Screens and Natural Stone
Youngki Kim
Designed with a central courtyard and enhanced by metal screens and natural stone, the housing development prioritizes community interaction while addressing the needs of elderly residents.
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Prefabricated Steel Pavilion Embracing Icelandic Culture and Landscape
Prefabricated Steel Pavilion Embracing Icelandic Culture and Landscape
Ahmed yousuf Ibn kabir khan
Constructed from prefabricated steel, the pavilion embodies Icelandic culture and sustainability while providing a community-focused space for cinematic experiences.
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Aquaponic Greenhouse With Marble Elements and Geothermal Heat Integration
Aquaponic Greenhouse With Marble Elements and Geothermal Heat Integration
Francesco niten Mattioli
Utilizing a central river for aquaponics alongside geothermal heating, the design integrates a greenhouse and restaurant in a harmonious blend with the Icelandic landscape.
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Reflective Water and Subterranean Niches in a Contemplative Memorial Space
Reflective Water and Subterranean Niches in a Contemplative Memorial Space
Thomas Gomez ospina, Patryk Banel, Florencio IV Tameta, Kristen Sarmiento
A series of sculptural towers create an abstract forest while a subterranean cave with reflective water invites contemplation, serving as a memorial space that embodies Latvian beliefs about life and death.
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Fabric Pots and Metal Tubes Create a Biophilic Home Office Environment
Fabric Pots and Metal Tubes Create a Biophilic Home Office Environment
Ulla Staub
A thoughtful integration of fabric pots and metal tubes transforms a compact workspace into a biophilic home office that prioritizes both user comfort and plant health.
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Interior Garden Elevating User Experience in Low Energy Yoga Space
Interior Garden Elevating User Experience in Low Energy Yoga Space
Yaniv Hatiel, Tina tharrouniati
A partially recessed structure with an interior garden and low energy systems creates a harmonious space for yoga practice while seamlessly integrating with the surrounding Portuguese landscape.
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Needle Structure Weaving Cultural Runes into the Icelandic Landscape
Needle Structure Weaving Cultural Runes into the Icelandic Landscape
Pablo Zamudio, Alexis Doroteo, Adrián García, Sandra Sánchez
The vertical needle structure, inspired by Icelandic runes and set against the backdrop of dynamic tectonic plates, guides visitors through an interactive experience of the geothermal landscape.
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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure
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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber
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