Elevated above the forest floor, a cabin constructed from reclaimed lumber and featuring perovskite windows offers a serene space for meditation and reflection in the heart of Latvia's Norwegian spruce forest.
Operable windows enhance natural ventilation while the outdoor terrace facilitates social interaction in a versatile community hub designed to accommodate various educational and recreational activities.
Crafted with ash timber and accented by copper, the design fosters a dialogue between its breathing spaces and the surrounding landscape, creating a multifunctional environment dedicated to wellness and sustainability.
A circular skylight and a pulley-operated altar enhance the laminated timber cabin's design, creating an optimal environment for meditation while promoting a strong connection to the surrounding landscape.
A double-skin facade made of glass and photovoltaic panels envelops a mass timber structure, creating a community-focused environment that incorporates public amenities and sustainable living spaces in an urban Toronto setting.
A floating home equipped with photovoltaic panels and modular design elements offers a unique solution for urban living, seamlessly integrating nature and sustainable living for a young couple.
Utilizing a thick earth wall constructed from local stone and supported by timber trusses, the visitor center offers an immersive experience of Hverfjall Volcano while providing essential visitor services.
Constructed with cross-laminated timber and natural stone, this small retreat integrates sustainable features like rainwater collection and greywater systems to create a meditative space for self-reflection in a forested setting.
With a trapezium shape that amplifies natural sounds and a rainwater collection system for sustainability, the cabin offers a serene retreat for meditation and contemplation in the Latvian landscape.
With a focus on natural light and a thermal mass system that efficiently regulates temperature, the design creates a multi-functional space that fosters community engagement and wellness.
A unique outdoor hammock complements the cabin’s innovative rainwater management system and operable windows, creating a self-sufficient retreat designed for meditation and relaxation.
Operable walls and a central fireplace seamlessly connect the interior to the vineyard views, while the use of bended steel contributes to a flexible space designed for comfort throughout the seasons.
The implementation of a movable shelving system within a Cross-Laminated Timber structure allows for dynamic space utilization in this microhome, designed to offer comfort and adaptability for a young, professional couple.
Rammed earth walls and shipping containers combine to create adaptable living spaces that foster community engagement and sustainable practices in urban housing.
A gabled roof and flexible plywood interiors define a meditation retreat designed to facilitate introspection and community engagement through natural light and a seamless connection to the surrounding landscape.
Incorporating hempcrete and recycled timber, the design creates a nurturing environment that emphasizes sustainability while providing compassionate end-of-life care.
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design integrates sustainable materials and innovative construction methods to create a multifunctional community facility that fosters collaboration and engagement.
Utilizing locally sourced rammed earth, the design seamlessly integrates with its vineyard surroundings, providing an immersive space for wine tasting that highlights the connection between environment and experience.
Characterized by its use of reclaimed timber and expansive operable windows, the retreat offers a harmonious environment for meditation while seamlessly integrating into the surrounding forest landscape.
Utilizing charred wood shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design fosters a harmonious connection between spacious indoor environments and lush outdoor areas, serving as a multifunctional community hub.
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.
Valeria Baeza
Mario Arancibia
Felipe Gonzalez
Tomas Zelada
The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.
Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.
The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.
This study examines a multi-volume building designed to connect users with the forest landscape while accommodating communal and educational functions. Architectural strategies in these contexts can balance visual distinction with environmental sensitivity, providing spaces for learning and observation.
With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.
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