Tor Vilhelm Möller,Ludvig Erik Herman Johnsson Werstam
Constructed from charred wood and local stone, the ski lodge features dual mirrored structures designed to blend with the Icelandic landscape while providing essential amenities for winter sports enthusiasts.
Elevated platforms and the use of rammed earth create a harmonious blend with nature, establishing a tranquil retreat focused on wellness and community interaction.
Set within the landscape of Pape Natural Park in Latvia, the observation tower offers a structured vantage point for engaging with the surrounding environment. Its design references natural nesting behaviors, translating weaving and enclosure into an architectural framework that shapes both form and experience.
With a green roof that enhances biodiversity and solar panels for energy efficiency, the rest stop offers essential sleeping capsules and communal spaces tailored for cyclists along the EuroVELO 6 route.
Constructed with rammed earth and framed by oak beams, the facility offers expansive views of the surrounding vineyards while providing a dedicated space for wine tasting.
Clad in tree bark and equipped with a greywater collection system, this compact microhome on Salt Spring Island offers a practical solution for affordable living while fostering a strong connection to the natural environment.
Constructed from dark red steel and highlighted by a rotating hyperboloid that maximizes natural light, the structure serves as a visitor center, enhancing the experience of the surrounding Icelandic landscape.
The high-rise structure integrates urban functions with ecological systems, acting as a bridge over the Han River while promoting community engagement and environmental sustainability.
Utilizing a thick earth wall constructed from local stone and supported by timber trusses, the visitor center offers an immersive experience of Hverfjall Volcano while providing essential visitor services.
The inward sloping timber structure offers a unique vantage point for observing Hverfjall and the Northern Lights, while providing an educational visitor center that connects people with the natural landscape.
A floating structure of glass and natural wood integrates existing trees and abundant daylight, creating a serene healing space designed to support lung cancer patients in their recovery journey.
Combining a sustainable stone facade with charred timber roofs, the design creates a multifunctional community center that seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings.
Offering a seamless connection to the natural landscape, the design incorporates dark zinc cladding and adjustable foundations to create a guest accommodation that enhances the experience of observing the aurora borealis.
The integration of a trellis with climbing plants and sustainable bamboo materials creates a distinctive reading room that fosters community interaction and promotes an inviting atmosphere for literary exchange.
Utilizing Bacillus pasteurii to transform local sand into durable sandstone shelters, the design creates eco-lodges that effortlessly blend into the desert landscape while providing guests with immersive living spaces.
Constructed with timber dowels and strategically placed oculi that capture shifting light, this cabin elevates the meditative experience through its seamless integration with the surrounding forest.
Constructed with maritime pine and incorporating biogas systems, the retreat emphasizes sustainability through rainwater harvesting and an elevated design that merges with its steep natural landscape, creating a space for reflection and relaxation.
With its organic partitions and integration of nature, the high-rise workspace on the 35th floor of Torre Reforma redefines the traditional office environment to enhance collaboration and well-being.
Ned Halling,Bobi Jo Lingle,Ian Tanninen,Hannah Hillberry
Locally sourced Douglas fir and larch frame a pavilion designed with curvaceous profiles and structural wood piles, providing a resilient space for seasonal activities along the shore of Flathead Lake.
Built with repurposed bricks and featuring private gardens, the design creates a harmonious living environment that enhances the wine tasting experience in the Italian countryside.
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.
Maria Paz Debarre,Maria Azul Fontao,Eliana Daniela Lejtman
The proposal examines a series of modular cabins designed to support cyclists along a major European route. The study focuses on how compact structures equipped with essential facilities can provide comfort and rest while maintaining a low impact on the natural environment.
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.
The conical structure clad in iridescent terracotta tiles offers a seamless blend of ecological sensitivity and cultural resonance, providing an elevated platform for observing the diverse wildlife of the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, UAE.
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