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Natural Light and Local Wood in a Serene Yoga Retreat
Natural Light and Local Wood in a Serene Yoga Retreat
Su jin Lee, Jong won Choi
Clerestory windows illuminate a spacious yoga studio crafted from locally sourced wood, seamlessly connecting practitioners with the surrounding forest while embracing sustainable design principles.
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Rammed Earth Pavilion With Hyperbolic Roof Engaging the Desert Landscape
Rammed Earth Pavilion With Hyperbolic Roof Engaging the Desert Landscape
Luis fernando Islas villarreal
Constructed from rammed earth with a hyperbolic roof, the pavilion seamlessly integrates into the Sahara Desert's landscape while providing shelter for reflection and engagement with nature.
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Curvilinear Form Constructed With Volcanic Concrete and High-Performance Glazing for a Visitor Center
Curvilinear Form Constructed With Volcanic Concrete and High-Performance Glazing for a Visitor Center
Aksor Gurunlian, Jean-paul El hachem, Edward Ghauch
Constructed from volcanic concrete and enhanced by high-performance glazing, the visitor center seamlessly integrates with the rugged landscape while providing an engaging space for exploration and learning.
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Curved Forms and Rammed Earth Create a Comforting Space for Palliative Care
Curved Forms and Rammed Earth Create a Comforting Space for Palliative Care
Rolando jesús Vázquez martínez, José maría Alvarado alvarado, Dina berenice Tunesi murillo
Curved forms crafted from rammed earth create a serene environment that prioritizes emotional comfort and accessibility for terminally ill patients.
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Café with Panoramic Views and Geothermal Heat Harnessing
Café with Panoramic Views and Geothermal Heat Harnessing
Piotr Dziewierz, Filip Sierak
Positioned underground to echo Iceland's natural rock formations, the design incorporates two central elements symbolizing fire and ice, creating an immersive experience that culminates in a café with panoramic views and geothermal heating.
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Natural Wood Sanctuary Crafted from Norway Spruce and Dark Pine
Natural Wood Sanctuary Crafted from Norway Spruce and Dark Pine
Tsz hung Hu
Constructed with Norway Spruce and dark pine, this space integrates a central courtyard that invites natural light and creates a serene environment for meditation amid the forest.
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Sustainable Earth Walls and Guadua Framework in a Flexible Residential Design
Sustainable Earth Walls and Guadua Framework in a Flexible Residential Design
Jeffrey Alexander Diaz Florez, Laura Daniela Galeano Gutierrez, Araceli Chandia, Marco Aurelio Galan Henriquez, Wilmer Penagos
Utilizing Barichara stone and Guadua bamboo, the design integrates earth walls and innovative storage solutions to create a flexible residential space that promotes sustainability and adaptability within its natural landscape.
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Natural Stone and Glass Facades Embrace Climate Adaptation in Residential Design
Natural Stone and Glass Facades Embrace Climate Adaptation in Residential Design
Benjamin Hafner
Employing natural stone and expansive glass facades to enhance desert adaptation, the design seamlessly integrates private gardens within a residential environment, prioritizing sustainability and community interaction.
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Fieldstone Walls and Grapewood Screens Enhancing Social Spaces in a Vineyard Setting
Fieldstone Walls and Grapewood Screens Enhancing Social Spaces in a Vineyard Setting
Niall Cain
Local fieldstone combined with sliding grapewood screens creates an adaptable space for wine production and social gatherings amidst the vineyard landscape.
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Weathered Copper Roof and Cellulose Insulation in a Rural Living Environment
Weathered Copper Roof and Cellulose Insulation in a Rural Living Environment
José ignacio Hernández cabrera
The use of weathered copper roofing and cellulose insulation defines a modern residential environment that seamlessly integrates two family units with a multifunctional workspace, emphasizing sustainability and community connection in a rural setting.
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Corten Steel Platform With Coiling Railing Over Volcanic Landscape
Corten Steel Platform With Coiling Railing Over Volcanic Landscape
Andrea Von birgelen
A coiling railing of Corten steel guides visitors to a viewing platform that adapts elegantly to the volcanic terrain, offering a unique vantage point for exploring the dramatic landscape.
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Rammed Earth Volumes Creating Interactive Spaces for Coastal Biodiversity
Rammed Earth Volumes Creating Interactive Spaces for Coastal Biodiversity
Thomas Roen
Rammed earth volumes engage visitors through interactive spaces that foster appreciation for coastal biodiversity while providing a multifunctional visitor center in Abu Dhabi.
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Panoramic Glazing and Sloping Walls in a Serene Icelandic Retreat
Panoramic Glazing and Sloping Walls in a Serene Icelandic Retreat
Valentin Grukhin
With its panoramic glazing and sloping walls that enhance light exposure and connection to the landscape, the guest house offers a tranquil retreat in the heart of Iceland’s natural beauty.
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Blue Clay and Natural Light Form a Harmonious Wellness Retreat in Latvia
Blue Clay and Natural Light Form a Harmonious Wellness Retreat in Latvia
Ludovic Derode, Astrid Desveaux
Utilizing local blue clay and abundant natural light, the design integrates sustainable practices and regional materials to create a wellness retreat that emphasizes relaxation and connection with the surrounding landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Layout Define Sustainable Living Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Layout Define Sustainable Living Space
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and a modular layout, this sustainable residence integrates traditional design with modern efficiency to create a functional living space that fosters community engagement.
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MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION
MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION
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Located in the wetland landscape of Big Slough and Silver Lake, the design offers a vertical exploration of the natural environment through a carefully articulated watchtower structure. The project merges ecological awareness with spatial complexity, creating an architectural framework for observation, movement, and interaction.
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A GEOMETRIC INSTALLATION FOR DESERT REFLECTION
A GEOMETRIC INSTALLATION FOR DESERT REFLECTION
Marco Tosone
Set within a remote desert landscape, the installation engages with the surrounding geology through a restrained formal language and material palette. It is conceived as a space for reflection and observation, where geometric structures frame the vastness of the environment.
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A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING
Hadi Koohihabibi Pariya Shahbazi Parsa Kavosi Kimia Salimzadeh
Located in a small urban center adjacent to open landscape, the structure supports both elevated viewing and pedestrian circulation across its site. Designed to enhance public engagement, it responds to local context through its spatial configuration and material logic.
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Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs

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A GUIDEPOST FOR COMMUNITY AND CONTEXTUAL ENGAGEMENT
A GUIDEPOST FOR COMMUNITY AND CONTEXTUAL ENGAGEMENT
Shuyang Fang, Tianjian Cheng
Positioned within the prairie landscape of De Smet, the structure functions as a vertical marker that combines public utility with cultural reference. Its design responds to local narratives and environmental conditions, offering spaces for observation, orientation, and gathering.
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A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
Franco Ghilardi
Wrapped in charred wooden shingles and built from cross-laminated timber, this community spa blends wellness, sustainability, and landscape-driven design in a remote Icelandic setting.
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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives
A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives
Levi Gauge Pfeil
Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.
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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living
A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living
Pietro Cipolletta, Marco Caporaletti
Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.
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A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living
A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living
Paolo Dolceamore, Omar Cicci, Federico Andrea Iannarone, Matteo Dossetto
Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.
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The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000
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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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
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Design a safe and supportive space to those struggling with a terminal illness
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