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Natural Light Integration in Multifunctional Student Living Spaces
Natural Light Integration in Multifunctional Student Living Spaces
Marta Garcia de santiago
Large windows and an open layout create a bright environment in this student housing, designed to enhance community interaction while providing individual privacy.
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Thatch-Covered Nature Center Elevated Above a Unique Bog Ecosystem
Thatch-Covered Nature Center Elevated Above a Unique Bog Ecosystem
Zachery Howser, Meriel Vogliotti
Elevated on slender timber columns and encased in thatch, the visitor center integrates seamlessly with the bog landscape, providing an immersive space for education and community engagement.
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Curved Geometry and Flexible Spaces in an Urban Workspace
Curved Geometry and Flexible Spaces in an Urban Workspace
Hardy Wong, JIAOHUA LU, RUI LIU, MENGQING WU
With a focus on curved geometry and the integration of flexible spaces, the design redefines the urban workspace by facilitating seamless transitions between individual and collaborative tasks.
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Handcrafted Ceramics and Natural Wood Create Tranquil Meditation Space
Handcrafted Ceramics and Natural Wood Create Tranquil Meditation Space
Eloisa Fierro freira, Ana irene Muzio pérez
Handcrafted ceramics and natural wood elements converge in a tranquil space designed for meditation, fostering a deep connection to nature while serving as a community sanctuary.
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Timber-Framed Retreats Embracing Nature Through Cross-Laminated Design
Timber-Framed Retreats Embracing Nature Through Cross-Laminated Design
Liam Lowry
Crafted from cross-laminated timber, the poet retreats seamlessly integrate into their natural surroundings, providing a shared space for contemplation and creativity among artists seeking inspiration.
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Inner Courtyard Integrating Natural Light in Extruded Coastal Modules
Inner Courtyard Integrating Natural Light in Extruded Coastal Modules
Monica Mureseanu, Antonia Mihaita
An inner courtyard allows for abundant natural light to permeate the living spaces of six extruded modules that effortlessly adapt to the coastal landscape, creating an engaging residence on Corbu Beach.
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Cinematic Space with Transparent Forms for Reflection in Natural Landscapes
Cinematic Space with Transparent Forms for Reflection in Natural Landscapes
Polina Sencu, Mihaela Apostolidis, Merve baise Uysal, Andrei casian Ciurezu
Transparent forms create a reflective environment that elevates the experience of cinema while integrating seamlessly with the surrounding landscape.
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Sloped Pavilion With Prefabricated Structure Embracing Icelandic Landscapes
Sloped Pavilion With Prefabricated Structure Embracing Icelandic Landscapes
Ahmed yousuf ibn kabir Khan, Syed Asif Moshroba, Muna Islam Chowdhury, MD Shamsul Arefin
Constructed with a prefabricated structure and characterized by its sloped roof, the pavilion integrates seamlessly with Iceland’s landscapes to serve as a multifunctional community hub.
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Landscape Integration Through Channeling Walls in a Vineyard Community
Landscape Integration Through Channeling Walls in a Vineyard Community
Riccardo Chetta, Desiree Cicala, Domenico Continillo, Vincenzo Candigliota
With its channeling walls that connect the interior to the vineyard landscape, the design fosters social interactions in a flexible community space tailored to the essence of Italian rural life.
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Sustainable Stilt-Houses Embracing Olive Preservation and Community Connection
Sustainable Stilt-Houses Embracing Olive Preservation and Community Connection
Laviana Tan, Kristin Regina, Devin defriza Harisdani, Puguh ramos Swardana
Stilt-house residences with large openings are designed to integrate olive preservation and natural landscape engagement, creating a communal space for artistic expression and social interaction.
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Community Interaction and Aurelian Integration in Modular Urban Spaces
Community Interaction and Aurelian Integration in Modular Urban Spaces
Tomáš Martiš
Incorporating modular living units and integrating with the historical Aurelian walls, the development offers a functional urban space designed for community interaction and accessibility.
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Connecting Community Through Thoughtful Spatial Organization
Connecting Community Through Thoughtful Spatial Organization
Elizaveta Manina, Ilya Kaygorodov, Uliana Gotovskaya, Egor Udalov
Utilizing a modern spatial organization, the design enhances user engagement and communication within a versatile office environment in response to restricted digital connectivity.
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Elevated Terrain Dining With Panoramic Views and Terrarium Integration
Elevated Terrain Dining With Panoramic Views and Terrarium Integration
Taras Karpenko, Karina Hres
With large glass walls that offer panoramic views and an integrated terrarium for relaxation, the greenhouse restaurant utilizes elevated terrain to provide an immersive dining experience amidst Iceland's geothermal landscape.
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Perforated MDF Panels Enhancing Light Play in a Natural Timber Wellness Center
Perforated MDF Panels Enhancing Light Play in a Natural Timber Wellness Center
Angeliki Masmanidou, Eleni Tsichli, Natalia Basdeki
Perforated MDF panels filter natural light within a timber structure, creating a serene environment tailored for yoga and meditation in the heart of Vale de Moses.
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Waterfall Views and Glass Structures in a Tranquil Living Space
Waterfall Views and Glass Structures in a Tranquil Living Space
Dajana Elez
A waterfall framed by trees complements expansive glass structures that invite natural light into a tranquil living space designed for comfort and connection with the surrounding landscape.
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Timber Towers with Undulating Facades in a Mixed-Use Community
Timber Towers with Undulating Facades in a Mixed-Use Community
Olav Van der doorn
The transparent, undulating facades of the timber towers create visually engaging spaces in a mixed-use neighbourhood designed to foster community interaction and provide affordable housing solutions.
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Timber Pavilion Featuring Rainwater Management and Glass Wool Insulation
Timber Pavilion Featuring Rainwater Management and Glass Wool Insulation
Skarlet Escobar
Designed with an intricate rainwater management system and enhanced thermal performance through Glass Wool insulation, the timber structure provides a flexible living environment harmonized with its natural surroundings.
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Cave-Like Spaces with Geometric Flow for Immersive Film Experience
Cave-Like Spaces with Geometric Flow for Immersive Film Experience
Yuxiao Yang, Yaodan Zhang
Emphasizing cave-like spaces and geometric flow, the design creates immersive environments that encourage reflection and community engagement within a dedicated cinema.
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Lattice-Structured Sanctuary Featuring Keyaki and Hinoki Wood
Lattice-Structured Sanctuary Featuring Keyaki and Hinoki Wood
Nick Fish
Employing a lattice structure with Keyaki and Hinoki wood, the design creates a serene retreat that enhances sensory awareness for meditation and reflection.
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Reclaimed Wood Retreat with Courtyard Overlooking Cernostes Lake
Reclaimed Wood Retreat with Courtyard Overlooking Cernostes Lake
Thomas Stankowski, Nate St. john, Rachel Mordaunt, Dan Stripp, Nate St. John, Rachel Mordaunt, Dan Stripp
Built from reclaimed wood and salvaged stone, the artist retreat harmonizes with its natural surroundings while offering flexible workshop spaces and communal areas for creative collaboration.
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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber
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