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Elevated Community Spaces Aligned with Nature's Viewpoints

Elevated Community Spaces Aligned with Nature's Viewpoints

Randall Scovill, Azin Soumeeh, Cynthia Wang

Elevated nests align with cardinal points to provide breathtaking views of the North Latvia Biosphere Reserve, creating a community space that encourages outdoor activities and social interaction.

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Circular Cones and Wavy Canopies Enhancing Ecological Engagement in a Wetland Reserve

Circular Cones and Wavy Canopies Enhancing Ecological Engagement in a Wetland Reserve

Minghan Lin, Muyu Wu, Shuhan Liu

The design incorporates circular cones and a wavy canopy to enhance visitor engagement while seamlessly integrating the structure into a wetland reserve as an educational visitor center.

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Timber Louvers and Central Courtyard in a Forest Retreat

Timber Louvers and Central Courtyard in a Forest Retreat

Zhi xing Lim, Keqing Ng, Xiao tung Yip, Jia en Lam

With a central tube courtyard and adaptable timber louvers for privacy, the cabin offers couples a tranquil retreat that seamlessly connects them to the surrounding forest environment.

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Curved Timber Fins and Cork Embrace in a Nature-Inspired Retreat

Curved Timber Fins and Cork Embrace in a Nature-Inspired Retreat

Matthew Riley, Matthew Riley, Aidan Astle, Besart Redenica

Curved timber fins and locally sourced cork create an immersive structure that blends seamlessly with the forest, providing a serene space for yoga and reflection at a yoga retreat in Portugal.

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Recycled Euro Pallet Home with Integrated Solar Panels and Green Spaces

Halima s Namugga, Dilek Cevik, Kemal Dilaver Dilaver

Utilizing recycled Euro pallets and integrated solar panels, the design incorporates green spaces to create an eco-friendly dwelling that promotes biodiversity while serving as a modern guest house.

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Wood Structure and Steel Frame Retreat Merging with Nature Views

Wood Structure and Steel Frame Retreat Merging with Nature Views

In tack Oh, Rubin Gui, Wui thing Then

Exemplifying a harmonious integration of a steel frame with wooden structures, the cabins enhance wellness experiences through thoughtfully designed spaces that encourage yoga and meditation amid scenic mountain views.

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Climate Veil and Coral Structure Enhancing Visitor Experience at Wetlands

Climate Veil and Coral Structure Enhancing Visitor Experience at Wetlands

Alejandro Manso covarrubias, Wendy Hernandez, Henriikka Taipale

Constructed with a climate veil and local coral stone, the visitor center offers an immersive educational experience focused on the unique ecology of the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve.

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Nest-Inspired Center Highlighting Community Interaction in Ecological Wetland

Nest-Inspired Center Highlighting Community Interaction in Ecological Wetland

Heejun Seo, Jihun Choi, Jihan Kim

Inspired by the collective nesting of flamingos, the design integrates a circular ramp and expansive terraces to foster community engagement within a vital wetland ecosystem, serving as an information center for visitors.

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Bamboo Walkway with Nest Stations for Ecological Observation in a Wetland Reserve

Bamboo Walkway with Nest Stations for Ecological Observation in a Wetland Reserve

Tilman Heller, Ulises Contreras

A bamboo walkway with nest stations guides visitors through the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, providing shaded observation points that enhance ecological education and foster a respectful connection with the habitat's wildlife.

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Meditative Cabins Using Natural Elements in a Spherical Formation

Meditative Cabins Using Natural Elements in a Spherical Formation

Luis fernando Garcia ojeda

Constructed in a spherical arrangement with natural elements like tree branches and vegetation waste, the cabins offer a unique meditative experience in the heart of the Ozolini Ancient Woodlands.

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Rainwater Harvesting Shelters with Timber Cladding for Cyclists

Rainwater Harvesting Shelters with Timber Cladding for Cyclists

Aniko Hegedus, Timea Farkas, Bojana Petroska, Denes Csaszar

With a focus on rainwater harvesting and built using wooden pallets and timber cladding, these shelters provide sustainable resting spaces for cyclists along the European Velo Route 6.

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Biomimetic Design with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles in an Alpine Refugium

Hyeon-bhin Jang, Gahyeon Kim, Zhipeng Shang

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates a symbiotic relationship with the alpine landscape, offering a reflective space for personal introspection and community engagement.

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Hexagonal Modules Over Railway Lines with Integrated Cavities

Hexagonal Modules Over Railway Lines with Integrated Cavities

Charles Ryan, Laura Ayuso, Aileen Boylan, Caroline Flynn

Suspended above railway lines, this design incorporates interconnected hexagonal modules with service cavities to create an adaptable living space that fosters community interaction.

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Forest Bathing Retreat With Timber Nest Structure and Polycarbonate Roof

Forest Bathing Retreat With Timber Nest Structure and Polycarbonate Roof

Karim El kafrawi, Farah Faheem, Diaa Diab, Mariam Maged

A bird nest-inspired structure with a polycarbonate roof and an integrated Zen garden creates a serene environment for meditation and yoga in the pine forests of Serra de Estrela.

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Rammed Earth Formwork Inspired by Flamingo Nests in a Visitor Hub

Rammed Earth Formwork Inspired by Flamingo Nests in a Visitor Hub

Daniel Mabie, Zachary Field

Rammed earth formwork emulating flamingo nests creates a unique visitor hub that connects people with the Al Wathba wetland landscape while showcasing local flora through thoughtfully integrated motifs.

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Adobe Structures With Wind Towers Overlooking Green Roofs in a Wetland Reserve

Adobe Structures With Wind Towers Overlooking Green Roofs in a Wetland Reserve

Alberto Reiriz paz

Constructed with adobe and characterized by wind towers, the visitor center integrates green roofs to create a sustainable environment for education and recreation within the Al Wathba wetland reserve.

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Pigmented Concrete Nest Mounds Enhancing Ecological Experience

Pigmented Concrete Nest Mounds Enhancing Ecological Experience

Binh Mai

Designed as a series of pigmented concrete nest mounds, the Visitor Centre integrates seamlessly with its wetland surroundings, fostering an educational space dedicated to the Greater Flamingo Colony and ecological conservation.

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Adobe Structure Reflecting Natural Forms for Ecological Observation

Adobe Structure Reflecting Natural Forms for Ecological Observation

Georgi Georgiev, Atanas Nanov, Biserka Georgieva

The structure's adobe walls mimic the contours of sand dunes, providing shaded observation areas that enhance the experience of viewing diverse wetland wildlife.

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Embracing Avian Interactions Through Modular Pathways in A Natural Sanctuary

Embracing Avian Interactions Through Modular Pathways in A Natural Sanctuary

Alberto Biondi, Francisca Alvarez

Modular pathways weave through Al Wathba Reserve, creating an immersive experience that fosters awareness of avian habitats while allowing visitors to engage with nature from the vantage point of a carefully designed observation tower.

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Foldable Hempcrete Cabin Blending Verticality with Natural Surroundings

Foldable Hempcrete Cabin Blending Verticality with Natural Surroundings

Begum Aydinoglu, Ecem Ezmeci, Meyssam Seddigh

Incorporating foldable walls and thick hempcrete, the design leverages verticality and natural forms to create a sustainable dwelling that harmonizes with its forested surroundings.

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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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The design addresses the challenges of desert living by integrating sustainable strategies that support self-sufficiency and environmental resilience. Emphasizing resource efficiency and ecological balance, the project highlights the relationship between built form and natural systems in a harsh environment.

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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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Situated in a remote and climatically challenging environment, the design responds to the need for shelter and communal space within a rugged natural landscape. The approach reflects regional building traditions while addressing functional requirements for comfort and protection.

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Abdollah Enferadi, Fateme Kameli, Alireza Rezaei, Arash Shariati

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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

Silviu Virgil Aldea

Located in a temperate climate zone, the residence explores a modern approach to family living through a series of interlocking volumes. The design emphasizes a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting adaptable living patterns while responding to environmental considerations.

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Search results for: “Nests”

33 projects found:

Elevated Community Spaces Aligned with Nature's Viewpoints

Circular Cones and Wavy Canopies Enhancing Ecological Engagement in a Wetland Reserve

Timber Louvers and Central Courtyard in a Forest Retreat

Curved Timber Fins and Cork Embrace in a Nature-Inspired Retreat

Recycled Euro Pallet Home with Integrated Solar Panels and Green Spaces

Wood Structure and Steel Frame Retreat Merging with Nature Views

Climate Veil and Coral Structure Enhancing Visitor Experience at Wetlands

Nest-Inspired Center Highlighting Community Interaction in Ecological Wetland

Bamboo Walkway with Nest Stations for Ecological Observation in a Wetland Reserve

Meditative Cabins Using Natural Elements in a Spherical Formation

Rainwater Harvesting Shelters with Timber Cladding for Cyclists

Biomimetic Design with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles in an Alpine Refugium

Hexagonal Modules Over Railway Lines with Integrated Cavities

Forest Bathing Retreat With Timber Nest Structure and Polycarbonate Roof

Rammed Earth Formwork Inspired by Flamingo Nests in a Visitor Hub

Adobe Structures With Wind Towers Overlooking Green Roofs in a Wetland Reserve

Pigmented Concrete Nest Mounds Enhancing Ecological Experience

Adobe Structure Reflecting Natural Forms for Ecological Observation

Embracing Avian Interactions Through Modular Pathways in A Natural Sanctuary

Foldable Hempcrete Cabin Blending Verticality with Natural Surroundings

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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

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

The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates

A Resilient Design for Displaced Communities

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

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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