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Flax-Insulated Retreat Nestled in a Latvian Forest with Timber Structure and Circular Windows
Flax-Insulated Retreat Nestled in a Latvian Forest with Timber Structure and Circular Windows
Benedikt Hartl
Crafted with locally sourced flax insulation and nestled among the trees, this timber cabin seamlessly integrates natural light and circular windows to create a serene retreat dedicated to meditation and reflection.
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Harmony of Charred Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Forest Sanctuary
Harmony of Charred Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Forest Sanctuary
Hale nur Kara, Oguz kaan Ekşi, Mehmet onur Ekşi, Dogukan Ozaydin
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this tranquil retreat seamlessly integrates into its forest surroundings, providing a space for meditation and reflection.
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Sensory Sanctuary Crafted from Soil Walls and Norway Spruce for Mindful Reflection
Sensory Sanctuary Crafted from Soil Walls and Norway Spruce for Mindful Reflection
Onkiriya Uthasen, Aphinya Pinlaor
Crafted with soil walls and abundant Norway Spruce, this architectural exploration invites visitors to engage in mindfulness and reflection within a serene environment centered around the art of tea-making.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Tranquil Meditation Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Tranquil Meditation Retreat
Victor Abuchaibe peña, Enrique Angulo viloria
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the retreat seamlessly integrates with its forest setting, offering tranquil spaces designed specifically for meditation and personal reflection.
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Meditation Retreat Featuring Natural Wood Pavilion and Modular Construction in the Latvian Wilderness
Meditation Retreat Featuring Natural Wood Pavilion and Modular Construction in the Latvian Wilderness
Lucy Yang, Emma Van der staay, Tanya Gradyuk, Juan Jabile
Nestled in the Latvian Wilderness, this meditation retreat elevates the experience of tranquility through its use of locally sourced Norway spruce and modular construction techniques, creating a seamless connection between the natural environment and mindful living.
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Charming Retreat with Lattice Timber Structure and Panoramic Glass Views
Charming Retreat with Lattice Timber Structure and Panoramic Glass Views
Shania Salsabila, Joshua Michael sihasale, Jason Joel ciptawijaya
The interplay of a lattice timber structure and expansive glass elements creates a serene retreat that seamlessly integrates with the natural forest setting, offering a dedicated space for meditation and reflection.
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Rainwater Harvesting Cabin with Birch Bark Shingles and Plywood Interiors for Tranquil Living
Rainwater Harvesting Cabin with Birch Bark Shingles and Plywood Interiors for Tranquil Living
Yuting Zhou, Fei Tian, Yiqing Yan
Constructed with birch bark shingles and designed for rainwater harvesting, the cabin offers a serene retreat that seamlessly blends sustainable living with a tranquil meditation space.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Cabins Enhanced by Charred Wooden Shingles for Introspective Retreats
Cross-Laminated Timber Cabins Enhanced by Charred Wooden Shingles for Introspective Retreats
Nathalie Fatte
Emphasizing sustainable living, the design incorporates cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles to create intimate cabins, providing serene spaces for meditation and reflection within a tranquil forest setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Stone Create a Tranquil Meditation Retreat Emphasizing Connection to Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Stone Create a Tranquil Meditation Retreat Emphasizing Connection to Nature
Anthony Harrington, Emmanuelle Thion, Maja Mrdalj
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and local stone that seamlessly blend into the landscape, the retreat offers a serene space dedicated to meditation and communal wellness.
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Circular Getaway Crafted From GluLam Timber With Natural Ventilation and Central Courtyard
Circular Getaway Crafted From GluLam Timber With Natural Ventilation and Central Courtyard
Franciszek Maj
Crafted with GluLam timber and designed around a central courtyard, this retreat harmoniously blends natural ventilation and a circular layout to create a comfortable haven for relaxation amid Norway's stunning landscapes.
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CNC-Milled Curvilinear Structure Crafted From Locally Sourced Timber Enhances Pedestrian Connectivity
CNC-Milled Curvilinear Structure Crafted From Locally Sourced Timber Enhances Pedestrian Connectivity
Max Latour
CNC-milled wooden blocks crafted from locally sourced Norway spruce seamlessly create a curvilinear pathway, inviting pedestrians to engage with the natural landscape of Gauja National Park.
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Sensory Retreats Crafted From Douglas Fir and Integrated Green Roofs in Forested Settings
Sensory Retreats Crafted From Douglas Fir and Integrated Green Roofs in Forested Settings
Michael Spinello, Nathan Unstead
Crafted from locally sourced Douglas fir and designed with a green roof that seamlessly integrates into the forested landscape, these meditation cabins provide tranquil spaces for reflection and self-awareness.
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Elevation With Transparency Through Polycarbonate Panels and Sustainable Wood Framing in a Solitary Retreat
Elevation With Transparency Through Polycarbonate Panels and Sustainable Wood Framing in a Solitary Retreat
Florin adrian Bucur, Ioana Badoiu, Monica elena Buica, Maria Alexandra Barbalata
Characterized by its multi-level structure adorned with translucent polycarbonate panels and sustainable wood framing, the design offers a serene retreat for meditation and relaxation within the tranquil Norwegian forest.
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Elevated Meditation Space Crafted with Charred Spruce and Sustainable Materials
Elevated Meditation Space Crafted with Charred Spruce and Sustainable Materials
Asal Khalili, Rhea Mazgaonkar, Zeenah Mohammed ali, Fahmida Ahmed
Suspended among the trees, this charred spruce retreat offers a contemporary meditation space that seamlessly blends into the natural landscape while promoting a sustainable lifestyle.
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Twisted Frames of Norway Spruce Illuminate a Meditative Space in the Forest
Twisted Frames of Norway Spruce Illuminate a Meditative Space in the Forest
Isamu Kanda, Sangsuri Chun
A twisting structure of Norway Spruce captures natural light and forest views, creating a serene retreat for meditation and reflection high above the ground.
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Charred Wood and Cross-Laminated Panels Form a Solitary Retreat in the Latvian Forest
Charred Wood and Cross-Laminated Panels Form a Solitary Retreat in the Latvian Forest
Tsz hung Hu
Constructed with charred wood and cross-laminated timber panels, the retreat harmoniously integrates into the Latvian forest, offering a serene space for introspection and meditation.
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Circular Design Featuring Norway Spruce and Galvanized Steel in a Community Coffee Kiosk
Circular Design Featuring Norway Spruce and Galvanized Steel in a Community Coffee Kiosk
Tashon Lewis, Jonathan Williams, Nicholas Marshall
Crafted from Norway Spruce and galvanized steel, the circular coffee kiosk seamlessly integrates into the urban landscape, promoting community interaction while embracing sustainability through innovative design elements like rainwater harvesting and radiant heating.
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