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Exploring Light and Shadow Through a Transparent Glass Facade

Sooyeon Jeong, Taeyeon Kim

With a light-to-shadow ratio carefully designed for optimal brightness and introspection, a transparent glass facade brings the outdoors in while creating distinct living environments within a modern residence.

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Full-Height Fireplace with Blockbau Craftsmanship Supporting Ecological Living

Full-Height Fireplace with Blockbau Craftsmanship Supporting Ecological Living

Andrea Varone, Chiara Saccani

A full-height fireplace anchors a layout defined by blockbau craftsmanship, seamlessly blending communal and private spaces to create an adaptive living and working environment for artists.

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Timber Framework and Chidori Joinery in a Nature-Connected Essence Processing Space

Timber Framework and Chidori Joinery in a Nature-Connected Essence Processing Space

Ka may, faythe Chow, Fang yong Neoh, Le yi Yip, Ryan Khang Yueh Pang

Constructed with a timber framework and Chidori joinery, the design seamlessly integrates a glass-enclosed natural essence processing space with a meditation area, fostering a deep connection to the surrounding landscape.

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Elevated Living with Reinforced Concrete and Cross Laminated Timber

Elevated Living with Reinforced Concrete and Cross Laminated Timber

Györgyi teréz Jánszky, Vanda Beatrix Buriana

Elevated 2.4 meters above the landscape, the cabin combines a reinforced concrete core with Cross Laminated Timber to create efficient living spaces that harmonize with the surrounding hillside while promoting environmental sustainability.

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Dried Trunks and Natural Light in a Studio-Home Balance

Dried Trunks and Natural Light in a Studio-Home Balance

Salman Zangeneh, Sepideh Seyfollahi

Utilizing dried trunks and optimizing natural light, this design merges a spacious studio with an intimate family home, creating balanced environments that enhance both artistic creation and domestic life.

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Rectangular Volume of Assembled Wood Embracing Lake Views

Rectangular Volume of Assembled Wood Embracing Lake Views

雅心蔡

With a rectangular volume crafted from assembled wood, this lakeside residence maximizes natural light and views while serving as a versatile family home and artistic workspace.

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Timber Cabin with Tapered Roof for Mindful Retreats

Timber Cabin with Tapered Roof for Mindful Retreats

Brad Scahill, Annie Tong

A tapered roof captures sunlight and facilitates the creation of flower essences in a timber cabin designed for meditation and wellness, seamlessly integrating with the surrounding native landscape.

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Bamboo Framework and Thatch Roof: A Tranquil Retreat for Spiritual Meditation

Bamboo Framework and Thatch Roof: A Tranquil Retreat for Spiritual Meditation

Sanjana Vadhavkar

With a primary bamboo framework and a thatched roof, this retreat harmonizes with its surroundings while providing a dedicated meditation space designed to enhance spiritual reflection.

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Wattle and Daub Wellness Space Immersed in Nature

Wattle and Daub Wellness Space Immersed in Nature

Jessica Hordern, Yanis Newman-pache, James Nixon, Jarryd Wyatt

Wattle and daub construction creates a calming wellness space that integrates seamlessly with lush gardens, fostering a strong connection to nature for yoga and mindfulness practices.

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Modular Living with Insulated Panels and Cross-Ventilation Strategies

Justin Mallia

With a focus on modularity and the effective use of insulated panels, the design integrates cross-ventilation strategies to enhance energy efficiency while providing adaptable living spaces for diverse families.

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Thatched Roof Over Circular Community Space with Compressed Straw Walls

Thatched Roof Over Circular Community Space with Compressed Straw Walls

Claudio Carrieri, Vittorio Gemignani, Francesco emanuele Capaldi

Constructed with a thatched roof and compressed straw walls, the design integrates two housing units around a central circular space, promoting community interaction while harmonizing with the surrounding woodland environment.

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Dynamic Solar Sensors and Trapezoidal Towers in a Climate-Responsive Workspace

Dynamic Solar Sensors and Trapezoidal Towers in a Climate-Responsive Workspace

Izzat Fadhlur rahman

Motorized solar sensors and a trapezoidal tower shape optimize airflow and thermal comfort in a workspace designed to harmonize with Indonesia's climatic conditions.

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Yakisugi Cladding and Natural Light Elevate Artistic Retreat Spaces

Yakisugi Cladding and Natural Light Elevate Artistic Retreat Spaces

José alberto Hernández natividad, Estefanía Goméz jiménez, Pablo humberto Oliva iruretagoyena

Constructed with yakisugi cladding and expansive north-facing windows, the retreat seamlessly integrates nature with creative spaces, providing artists with an inspiring environment for reflection and collaboration.

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Reflective Glass and Slate Yoga Retreat Integrated Into a Cliffside Landscape

Reflective Glass and Slate Yoga Retreat Integrated Into a Cliffside Landscape

Yumiko Matsubara

Set against a dramatic cliffside, the integration of reflective glass and durable slate creates an environment that enhances mindfulness, supporting the function of a yoga retreat focused on harmony with nature.

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Charred Timber Facade and Viroc Cladding in a Cave-Like Cinema Experience

Charred Timber Facade and Viroc Cladding in a Cave-Like Cinema Experience

Celia Divry, Carla Divry

With a facade of charred timber and Viroc cladding that echoes the surrounding landscape, the design creates a cave-like cinema experience, inviting visitors to engage with the unique interplay of light and space.

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Vaulted Wood Structure Embracing Natural Green Space for Mindful Reflection

Vaulted Wood Structure Embracing Natural Green Space for Mindful Reflection

Rami Idlby, Yaman Kabakbji, Moushmoush Moushmoush, Burcu Yuksel

Constructed with vaulted wood forms and incorporating a garden roof, the cabin offers a tranquil setting for meditation while seamlessly integrating with its forested surroundings.

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Cork Flooring and Fabric Sails Enhance a Tranquil Meditation Sanctuary

Cork Flooring and Fabric Sails Enhance a Tranquil Meditation Sanctuary

Jonathan Zegers

Incorporating fabric sails and cork flooring, the meditation sanctuary prioritizes sustainability while creating a serene environment for reflection and community engagement.

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Timber Retreat Elevated with Cross-Laminated Panels in a Scenic Glade

Timber Retreat Elevated with Cross-Laminated Panels in a Scenic Glade

Robert Granstam

Elevated above the landscape, the retreat utilizes cross-laminated panels and local radiata pine to create a tranquil space for meditation within a north-facing glade.

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Spiral Form Integrates Skylights and Reinforced Concrete in Community Design

Spiral Form Integrates Skylights and Reinforced Concrete in Community Design

Eva Moldes bodelón, Cristina Pérez valdes

With a spiral form that captures natural light through strategically placed skylights and a structure built from reinforced concrete, the design emphasizes community interaction and adaptability in a multifunctional space.

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Stepped Form Enhancing Density Through Self-Contained Residences

Justin Mallia

Characterized by a stepped form that enhances density, this development integrates self-contained residences with private outdoor spaces, addressing the need for community-focused living in a suburban context.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

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

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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

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A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

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A sustainable community center integrates conventional clay brick construction with modular solar shading elements, promoting social engagement and contemporary environmental practices.

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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 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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Search results for: “North-facing”

34 projects found:

Exploring Light and Shadow Through a Transparent Glass Facade

Full-Height Fireplace with Blockbau Craftsmanship Supporting Ecological Living

Timber Framework and Chidori Joinery in a Nature-Connected Essence Processing Space

Elevated Living with Reinforced Concrete and Cross Laminated Timber

Dried Trunks and Natural Light in a Studio-Home Balance

Rectangular Volume of Assembled Wood Embracing Lake Views

Timber Cabin with Tapered Roof for Mindful Retreats

Bamboo Framework and Thatch Roof: A Tranquil Retreat for Spiritual Meditation

Wattle and Daub Wellness Space Immersed in Nature

Modular Living with Insulated Panels and Cross-Ventilation Strategies

Thatched Roof Over Circular Community Space with Compressed Straw Walls

Dynamic Solar Sensors and Trapezoidal Towers in a Climate-Responsive Workspace

Yakisugi Cladding and Natural Light Elevate Artistic Retreat Spaces

Reflective Glass and Slate Yoga Retreat Integrated Into a Cliffside Landscape

Charred Timber Facade and Viroc Cladding in a Cave-Like Cinema Experience

Vaulted Wood Structure Embracing Natural Green Space for Mindful Reflection

Cork Flooring and Fabric Sails Enhance a Tranquil Meditation Sanctuary

Timber Retreat Elevated with Cross-Laminated Panels in a Scenic Glade

Spiral Form Integrates Skylights and Reinforced Concrete in Community Design

Stepped Form Enhancing Density Through Self-Contained Residences

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

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

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

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

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