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Eihwaz-Inspired Greenhouse Dining with Sustainable Agriculture Integration

Eihwaz-Inspired Greenhouse Dining with Sustainable Agriculture Integration

David Don pablo méndez, Pamela Soriano díaz, Barbara Barrio martínez, Fernanda monserrat Olivera palazuelos

Inspired by the Eihwaz rune, the design integrates hydroponic cultivation with a transparent dining experience, allowing patrons to engage directly with sustainable agricultural practices in a distinctive restaurant setting.

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Windows That Mimic Glaciers Enhancing Visitor Experience in Iceland

Windows That Mimic Glaciers Enhancing Visitor Experience in Iceland

Celeste Serqueira, Victoria Rybner, Gustavo ezequiel Faverio

Windows designed to mimic glacier cracks invite visitors to engage with Iceland's natural beauty while exploring diverse exhibition spaces dedicated to the region's unique landscapes and phenomena.

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Glass Chasm and Grass Roof of a Geothermal Cinema Pavilion

Glass Chasm and Grass Roof of a Geothermal Cinema Pavilion

Pu Vallin

The glass chasm that opens to the sky and the grass roof provide a distinctive connection to the surrounding geothermal landscape, creating a flexible space for cinema and community gatherings.

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Volcanic Rock and Bio-Glass Pavilion Merging Cinema with the Northern Landscape

Volcanic Rock and Bio-Glass Pavilion Merging Cinema with the Northern Landscape

Kava Massih, Avery Mathews, Mark Schlientz, William Talamantes-ruplin

Constructed from volcanic rock and bio-glass, the pavilion seamlessly integrates with the northern landscape while providing a unique venue for showcasing Icelandic cinema and offering views of the Aurora Borealis.

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Birch Wood Structure Embracing Community Interaction Under Natural Light

Birch Wood Structure Embracing Community Interaction Under Natural Light

Ahmed Hefila, Menna Hesham

A birch wood structure integrates local stones and glass panels to create a community center that facilitates social interaction and engagement with the surrounding landscape.

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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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Charred Wood Pavilion Embracing Volcanic Views

Meds Studio

Built from charred wood, the pavilion offers a series of thoughtfully designed viewports that frame panoramic vistas of the surrounding volcanic landscape, serving as a space for observation and reflection.

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Cracked Formations and Geological Narratives in a Northern Landscape

Cracked Formations and Geological Narratives in a Northern Landscape

Gun Lee

Emerging from a geological crack, the observatory integrates modular elements to engage visitors with Northern Iceland's unique tectonic landscape while providing essential viewing spaces for exploration and education.

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Vistas From Helical Balconies Above Northern Caves

Vistas From Helical Balconies Above Northern Caves

George Hiss

Perched above northern caves, the helical balconies of the Visitor's Center provide sweeping vistas of the continental divide, while offering a gathering space for exploration and information.

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Elevated Yoga Space with Hempcrete and Cork Cladding in a Natural Setting

Elevated Yoga Space with Hempcrete and Cork Cladding in a Natural Setting

Ludwika Buczynska

Hovering above the hillside, a yoga studio constructed with hempcrete and cork cladding offers unobstructed views of the surrounding forest, providing a tranquil space for practice and reflection.

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Bridging Continents with Geological Integration and Natural Fissures

Bridging Continents with Geological Integration and Natural Fissures

Slimane Ouahes, Wing Chow

Situated on the tectonic divide between the Eurasian and North American plates, the design’s organic forms reflect the surrounding natural fissures and enhance visitor engagement with the striking landscape through dedicated observation and exploration areas.

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Natural Light-Infused Residence in Northern Sweden with Monochrome Finishes

Emanuela Adduci

Using innovative light dynamics and monochrome finishes, the residence in northern Sweden seamlessly integrates into its landscape while providing a comfortable and functional living environment for two occupants.

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Basalt Formations Offering Elevated Perspectives of Natural Phenomena

Basalt Formations Offering Elevated Perspectives of Natural Phenomena

Weronika Trzasko

With an observation roof that captures unobstructed views of the Northern Lights and walls constructed from local basalt, this Pavilion serves as a dynamic venue for cinema and nature appreciation.

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Glass Cathedral Framing Panoramic Views in Icelandic Landscape

Glass Cathedral Framing Panoramic Views in Icelandic Landscape

Kaito Mizuta, Ruki Nagashima, zewen dai, Mai Iida

A glass cathedral rises amid Iceland's dramatic landscape, offering unobstructed views and an underground gathering space, creating an immersive venue for cinematic experiences and community engagement.

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Panoramic Glazed Facade Framing Volcanic Stone Insights In A Crater-Inspired Retreat

Panoramic Glazed Facade Framing Volcanic Stone Insights In A Crater-Inspired Retreat

Adam Kubica

The central space mimics a volcano crater, framed by a fully glazed facade and constructed from volcanic stone, offering visitors panoramic views of the surrounding landscape while serving as a Coffee Shop and visitor center.

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Glulam Structures and Winter Garden Integration in a Community Hub

Glulam Structures and Winter Garden Integration in a Community Hub

Kenneth Bostock

Engineered glulam structures seamlessly integrate with a double-height winter garden, creating a flexible community hub that fosters interaction and sustainability in the heart of Lake Mývatn.

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Gray Bricks and Metal Plates Reflecting Identity in a Memorial Space

Gray Bricks and Metal Plates Reflecting Identity in a Memorial Space

Kyle Chou, Huaiming Liao

Gray bricks and etched metal plates create a solemn memorial space that facilitates contemplation of genocide, inviting visitors to engage with the complex narratives of identity and loss.

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Elevated Circular Walkway Enhances Geological Exploration Experience

Elevated Circular Walkway Enhances Geological Exploration Experience

Giovanni luca Ferreri, Angelo Pellegrino, Daniele Colombelli, Gabriele Mundula

The elevated circular walkway, designed to align with key geological features, invites visitors to engage directly with the surrounding landscape while providing essential facilities for exploration and observation.

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Dark Stone and Glass Openings in a Community Space Fostering Landscape Connection

Dark Stone and Glass Openings in a Community Space Fostering Landscape Connection

Stephanie Fan

With a focus on dark stone and expansive glass openings, the design creates a strong connection to the surrounding landscape while serving as a multifunctional community space.

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Dynamic Reflection Through Mirrored Facade and Translucent Panels in a Multifunctional Visitor Center

Dynamic Reflection Through Mirrored Facade and Translucent Panels in a Multifunctional Visitor Center

Lisa Baumann, Marie Heinze

Utilizing a reflective mirrored facade and acrylic glazing, the structure harmoniously integrates into the Icelandic landscape while serving as a multifunctional visitor center for observing the Northern Lights.

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Shih-Hui Teng Min Li Shen Tzu Chen Nien Chen Lu

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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

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Mason Miles

An elevated timber structure in the marshlands of South Dakota functions as a community center, incorporating natural illumination and a glazed corridor to facilitate education and public interaction.

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A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

Kristina Klimova

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: “Northern”

684 projects found:

Eihwaz-Inspired Greenhouse Dining with Sustainable Agriculture Integration

Windows That Mimic Glaciers Enhancing Visitor Experience in Iceland

Glass Chasm and Grass Roof of a Geothermal Cinema Pavilion

Volcanic Rock and Bio-Glass Pavilion Merging Cinema with the Northern Landscape

Birch Wood Structure Embracing Community Interaction Under Natural Light

Curvilinear Form Constructed With Volcanic Concrete and High-Performance Glazing for a Visitor Center

Charred Wood Pavilion Embracing Volcanic Views

Cracked Formations and Geological Narratives in a Northern Landscape

Vistas From Helical Balconies Above Northern Caves

Elevated Yoga Space with Hempcrete and Cork Cladding in a Natural Setting

Bridging Continents with Geological Integration and Natural Fissures

Natural Light-Infused Residence in Northern Sweden with Monochrome Finishes

Basalt Formations Offering Elevated Perspectives of Natural Phenomena

Glass Cathedral Framing Panoramic Views in Icelandic Landscape

Panoramic Glazed Facade Framing Volcanic Stone Insights In A Crater-Inspired Retreat

Glulam Structures and Winter Garden Integration in a Community Hub

Gray Bricks and Metal Plates Reflecting Identity in a Memorial Space

Elevated Circular Walkway Enhances Geological Exploration Experience

Dark Stone and Glass Openings in a Community Space Fostering Landscape Connection

Dynamic Reflection Through Mirrored Facade and Translucent Panels in a Multifunctional Visitor Center

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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

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

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