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Sequoia-Inspired Timber Structure Fostering Community Connectivity

Adela Ho

Inspired by the towering Sequoia, the design utilizes timber elements to create interconnected neighborhoods within a sustainable urban facility that accommodates offices, communal spaces, and wellness areas.

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Affordable Microhomes with Public Balconies in Central Urban Locations

Esther Sperber, Audrey Chan, Kellen Thayer

With a focus on modular microhomes designed for energy efficiency and community interaction, this initiative transforms unused residential spaces in Central urban locations into affordable housing options for essential workers.

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Cylindrical Housing Units With Structural Panels and Shared Courtyards in San Francisco

Cylindrical Housing Units With Structural Panels and Shared Courtyards in San Francisco

Ankur Sharma, anurag pandey

Radial arrangements of cylindrical housing units atop existing rooftops create sustainable living solutions in San Francisco, enhanced by shared courtyards and environmentally conscious design elements.

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Dynamic Living Spaces Designed for Urban Density

Dynamic Living Spaces Designed for Urban Density

Spencer Mcneil

With distinct typologies that prioritize urban engagement and adaptability, the design introduces Accessory Dwelling Units that expand residential options in San Francisco while maintaining community integrity.

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Cross Laminated Timber Units Enhancing Community Living in London

Cross Laminated Timber Units Enhancing Community Living in London

Matthew Edwards, Jack Lee

Utilizing cross laminated timber, the design enhances urban density in London through flexible residential units that foster community interaction and modern living essentials.

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Reconnecting Urban Ecology with Green Infrastructure in a Historical Waterway

Reconnecting Urban Ecology with Green Infrastructure in a Historical Waterway

Liye Huang, Rongzhi Hao, Jiawei Zheng

The revitalization of a historic canal reintroduces green infrastructure to the urban setting, enhancing biodiversity and accessibility while transforming the area into a vibrant public space.

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Waterfront Heritage Center Emphasizing Public Interaction and Cultural Integration

Waterfront Heritage Center Emphasizing Public Interaction and Cultural Integration

Dinah Dupiton, Adèle Zgainski

Set against the historic backdrop of Milan's Navigli, the design incorporates aquatic faults and communal spaces that enhance public interaction while emphasizing cultural heritage and ecological sustainability.

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L-Shaped Living Units With Efficient Wood Frame Construction

L-Shaped Living Units With Efficient Wood Frame Construction

Labinot Morina

Comprising modular, L-shaped living units constructed from prefabricated wooden frames, the design efficiently accommodates diverse family needs while promoting future expansion.

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Connecting Community Spaces Along The Navigli Canal

Connecting Community Spaces Along The Navigli Canal

María fernanda Serna entzana, Joel Rodriguez hilario, José antonio Rodríguez aguilar, María Fernanda Serna Entzana

Envisioned as a cultural hub along the Navigli Canal, the design integrates a new cultural center with an outdoor auditorium and green pathways, creating a vibrant space for community engagement and public interaction.

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Prefabricated Accessory Units for Efficient Urban Living

Prefabricated Accessory Units for Efficient Urban Living

Kyle Recker

Constructed from prefabricated modular units, this approach addresses urban housing needs by providing efficient living solutions through Accessory Dwelling Units in Los Angeles.

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Central Courtyard Anchored by a Repurposed Church for Millennial Living

Central Courtyard Anchored by a Repurposed Church for Millennial Living

Lindsay Mazzeo, Erin Malone, Lucas Castellane

A repurposed church at the heart of the development creates a central courtyard that fosters community interaction, supporting the living needs of millennials through diverse co-living spaces.

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Green Carpet Integration with Modular Wooden Homes Above Train Tracks

Felice Chap, Yun chou Han

A green carpet stretches across reclaimed land above train tracks, seamlessly linking modular wooden homes while promoting community interaction through sustainable urban living.

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Metallic Framework and Balcony Gardens in Affordable Urban Housing

Metallic Framework and Balcony Gardens in Affordable Urban Housing

Farnoz Arrar, Parinaz Ghiasi, Setareh Behrooz

A central common space connects low-rise and high-rise units, enhanced by a metallic framework and balcony gardens, creating an affordable housing solution that fosters community interaction in an urban environment.

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Car-Free Living With Emphasis on Social Mixity in Sunset District

Car-Free Living With Emphasis on Social Mixity in Sunset District

Antoine Canazzi-chen, Yunshih Canazzi-chen, Ginevra indiana Melazzi

A car-free passage integrated into the housing block enhances social mixity and accessibility, creating a sustainable living environment in the Sunset District.

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Modular Coffee Hub with Sheltered Seating for Transit Spaces

Modular Coffee Hub with Sheltered Seating for Transit Spaces

Reimi Hayakawa

Connected modular units create a welcoming coffee stop that enhances transit experiences in Helsinki, blending functionality with informal social spaces for commuters.

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Box Rib Structure Enhances Compact Living with Integrated Community Garden

James Donaldson

The use of box rib construction and integrated community gardens creates a resilient and sustainable microhome that promotes both individual living and social interaction.

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Glass Facades Paired with Natural Stone and Concrete in a Multifunctional Urban Park Design

Glass Facades Paired with Natural Stone and Concrete in a Multifunctional Urban Park Design

Yurin Kim, Ju hyo Hong

Incorporating glass facades and natural stone elements, the design creates a cohesive public space that enhances accessibility while serving as a hub for cultural and recreational activities along the historic Navigli Canal.

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Rainwater Harvesting With Xlam Structures In Modular Living Spaces

Rainwater Harvesting With Xlam Structures In Modular Living Spaces

Angela Cuman, Emma Battistin, Laura Palazzi, Maja Peirano

Equipped with a rainwater harvesting system and constructed using an Xlam framework, these modular living spaces provide an environmentally sensitive solution adaptable to diverse climatic conditions.

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Monocrystalline Solar Panels and Concrete Seating Transforming Urban Green Space

Monocrystalline Solar Panels and Concrete Seating Transforming Urban Green Space

Justice Iroegbu

Monocrystalline solar panels and durable concrete seating integrate seamlessly into a vibrant urban green space that enhances community engagement and promotes sustainable practices through thoughtful design.

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Inflatable Shell Micro Homes Reclaiming Urban Gray Spaces

Christine Gao, Haotian Jiang

Utilizing an inflatable shell to transform under-utilized viaduct spaces, these micro homes create a sustainable living solution that addresses urban displacement while enhancing community interaction.

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Flexible Creative Spaces for Fashion

Isgandar Hajiyev, Aziza Hashimova

The project proposes a multifunctional hub designed to reflect the dynamic intersection of fashion and architecture. It prioritizes spatial versatility, offering a layout that supports both focused work and collaborative creativity.

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Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Ahmed Elmaghraby

Developed as a progressive alternative to conventional aged care facilities, the project redefines residential environments for seniors by promoting active lifestyles, social connectivity, and a strong sense of purpose.

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Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Nicholas Harald Hartman

Located in Dubai, ONE explores modular residential design as a strategy for flexible, community-oriented urban living. The project integrates public and private spaces with sustainable systems and material choices, responding to both environmental conditions and social needs.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Fatima Jalali, Barbod Alimohamadi, Razieh Zirrahi, Ali Jafari

The article presents a contemporary architectural design situated in a distinct environmental and cultural context. Emphasizing spatial efficiency, material consciousness, and environmental integration, the project explores how architecture can respond to both functional requirements and local conditions.

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Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Anique Azhar Shore, Ahad Ayaz

The residence uses local earth cladding and a ventilated mesh screen to improve thermal efficiency and create a family-friendly living space.

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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

Brandon Bergem

Translucent polycarbonate and timber are employed to construct communal areas that encourage interaction and contemplation within the prairie environment.

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A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

Lisa-marie Mélodie Deransy

The design responds to the challenges of an arid environment by integrating built elements with the natural landscape to support recreational and community activities. Emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship, the project seeks to enhance user experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection.

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A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

Manuel Villalain Gonzalez, Pedro Xavier Martins Silva, Hazem Elshafei, Hazem Mosad Mohamed

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and compressed earth blocks, the design fosters a central courtyard that enhances environmental comfort while providing a flexible living space suited for modern families.

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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

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Search results for: “Neighborhoods”

143 projects found:

Sequoia-Inspired Timber Structure Fostering Community Connectivity

Affordable Microhomes with Public Balconies in Central Urban Locations

Cylindrical Housing Units With Structural Panels and Shared Courtyards in San Francisco

Dynamic Living Spaces Designed for Urban Density

Cross Laminated Timber Units Enhancing Community Living in London

Reconnecting Urban Ecology with Green Infrastructure in a Historical Waterway

Waterfront Heritage Center Emphasizing Public Interaction and Cultural Integration

L-Shaped Living Units With Efficient Wood Frame Construction

Connecting Community Spaces Along The Navigli Canal

Prefabricated Accessory Units for Efficient Urban Living

Central Courtyard Anchored by a Repurposed Church for Millennial Living

Green Carpet Integration with Modular Wooden Homes Above Train Tracks

Metallic Framework and Balcony Gardens in Affordable Urban Housing

Car-Free Living With Emphasis on Social Mixity in Sunset District

Modular Coffee Hub with Sheltered Seating for Transit Spaces

Box Rib Structure Enhances Compact Living with Integrated Community Garden

Glass Facades Paired with Natural Stone and Concrete in a Multifunctional Urban Park Design

Rainwater Harvesting With Xlam Structures In Modular Living Spaces

Monocrystalline Solar Panels and Concrete Seating Transforming Urban Green Space

Inflatable Shell Micro Homes Reclaiming Urban Gray Spaces

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

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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