A guesthouse built from local stone and clustered around an open-air atrium. Natural breezes flow through shaded courtyards, connecting indoor rooms to olive groves. Shared and private spaces alternate around communal gardens.
Henrique Giovani canan,Maria fernanda Del giovannino de oliveira,Lia Balassiano strosberg,Gabriela tiely Barros giotoku
The design uses terraced landscapes to connect with the surrounding olive groves, creating a peaceful guest retreat that balances sustainability, community interaction, and everyday comfort.
Constructed with sustainable plaster and expansive glass facades, the guest house immerses visitors in the olive oil culture of Portugal while serving as a versatile hub for tasting and community engagement.
Crafted from natural stone and local brick, the guest house seamlessly integrates into the olive grove landscape, offering a unique experience that celebrates regional agricultural practices and sustainable living.
Crafted from charred wood and cross-laminated timber, this compact dwelling seamlessly integrates sustainable practices with its serene Tuscan landscape to create a functional living unit.
Curvilinear design elements crafted from reinforced concrete and expansive glass create a seamless interplay with the natural olive grove setting, culminating in a functional residential space that prioritizes connectivity and sustainability.
Ionic columns rise to create a striking entrance, framing sweeping views of the sunset while providing a functional space for wine production and tasting amid the rich landscape of Umbria.
The Olive Guest House, is a rural retreat located in Ferreira, Portugal, designed to foster a close relationship between architecture, landscape, and local culture. Rooted in sustainability and regional identity, the guest house blends traditional forms with contemporary design, offering an immersive experience of Portuguese countryside living.
Crafted from local stone and warm wood, the design enhances the sensory experience of olive oil tasting while fostering community engagement through thoughtfully integrated communal spaces.
With asymmetrical gable roofs that capture natural light and integrate terracotta tiles reflective of local tradition, the retreat offers an immersive experience in olive oil production and tasting amidst serene landscapes.
Constructed using charred wooden shingles and recycled timber, the design harmoniously integrates with the olive farm landscape to offer a communal guest house experience focused on sustainability and local culture.
Marianna Mancini,Francesco Di Paola De Gaetani,Giorgio Barba,Michele Tota
Utilizing locally sourced olive wood and integrating natural ventilation, the design reinterprets traditional forms to create a compact micro-home that addresses contemporary sustainability needs in the Apulian countryside.
Natural clay and stone harmoniously integrate with existing olive and almond groves to create affordable living and working spaces for artists in Puebla de Fantova.
Henrique Giovani Canan,Maria Fernanda Del Giovannino De Oliveira,Lia Balassiano Strosberg,Gabriela Tiely Barros Giotoku
The design uses terraced landscapes to connect with the surrounding olive groves, creating a peaceful guest retreat that balances sustainability, community interaction, and everyday comfort.
The integration of nine modular wooden boxes forms a serene inner dome that offers a versatile reading space, balancing private retreat with community interaction.
Light-colored sand and pinkish hues define an educational facility that merges porous walls with the natural landscape of a wetland, promoting biodiversity while enhancing visitor engagement.
Incorporating traditional azulejos and sustainable photovoltaic panels, the facility fosters community interaction among elderly residents through thoughtfully designed spaces that blend functionality with regional cultural elements.
This residential complex is designed to enhance active ageing to support its elderly residents. It prioritizes autonomy and community engagement, offering a unique blend of individual living spaces and communal areas.
Shiyen Wu,Jun-han Huang,Pei-shan Chen,Chun-teng Lin
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and enhanced by biophilic green walls, the design integrates residential and commercial spaces to promote community interaction within an urban setting.
Constructed with modular cross-laminated timber panels and green roof systems, the design establishes a contemporary urban hub that supports intergenerational living and promotes social cohesion.
Repurposed oil rigs form the foundation for a resilient water-based community, integrating fish farms and urban agriculture to create a sustainable habitat for future residents.
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