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Light Well and Hexagonal Facade Enhance Community Engagement in Sustainable Building
Light Well and Hexagonal Facade Enhance Community Engagement in Sustainable Building
Zach Grzybowski, Dan Hoch
The interplay of a light well and a hexagonal facade creates a harmonious integration of natural light and community space, offering visitors an inviting hub for exploration and connection with the surrounding landscape.
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Sound-Enhanced Dining Experience Crafted with Sustainable Timber and Charred Shingles in a Forest Setting
Sound-Enhanced Dining Experience Crafted with Sustainable Timber and Charred Shingles in a Forest Setting
Jiseob Lee, Hamza Jumaa, Sabrina La
Crafted from sustainable timber and charred shingles, this forest food court harmonizes sound and culinary arts to create a unique communal dining experience immersed in nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Timber Create a Flexible Community Habitat in the Ralco Region
Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Timber Create a Flexible Community Habitat in the Ralco Region
Tomás Apparcel, Agustín Hurtado
Using charred wooden shingles and locally sourced timber, the design embraces modular flexibility to foster community living in the diverse landscape of the Ralco Region.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Fins and Charred Shingles Form a Sustainable Educational Pavilion in the Forest
Cross-Laminated Timber Fins and Charred Shingles Form a Sustainable Educational Pavilion in the Forest
Munjer Hashim
Constructed from cross-laminated timber fins and charred shingles, this sustainable pavilion harmoniously integrates into the forest landscape while serving as an educational hub for community engagement and reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define A Café Embraced by Volcanic Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define A Café Embraced by Volcanic Landscape
Peter Sushch
Blending charred wooden shingles with cross-laminated timber, the café nestles within a volcanic landscape to create a community hub that fosters connection and appreciation for its geological context.
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Volcanic Landscape-Inspired Café Featuring Robust Concrete and Timber Integration
Volcanic Landscape-Inspired Café Featuring Robust Concrete and Timber Integration
Héctor javier Hipólito molina
Embodying the essence of Iceland's volcanic terrain through its sloping roof and robust concrete and timber materials, this coffee shop offers a unique gathering place for visitors to enjoy the stunning natural landscape.
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Circular Café Integrated with Tinted Glass and Natural Stone in a Volcanic Landscape
Circular Café Integrated with Tinted Glass and Natural Stone in a Volcanic Landscape
Muhammad khairie Bin seripudin, Amirauf Mohd jainar, Mohd azman Bin harun, Muhammad samad iqbal Bin kamal
A circular structure crafted from natural stone and adorned with tinted glass unfolds amidst the volcanic landscape of Hverfjall, creating a welcoming café that fosters community engagement while harmoniously connecting with its stunning environment.
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Curvilinear Structure of Volcanic Ash Concrete and Timber Embracing Geothermal Landscapes
Curvilinear Structure of Volcanic Ash Concrete and Timber Embracing Geothermal Landscapes
Johanne Brøgger
Embracing the geological heritage of Hverfell, the design utilizes volcanic ash concrete and warm timber to create a curvilinear space that serves as both a community coffee shop and an information point, fostering connections between nature and visitors.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Engagement Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Engagement Spaces
Matt Walker
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates a warm and inviting communal space that fosters interaction and engagement among its users.
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Geometric Larch Cladding Embraces Volcanic Views in Sustainable Community Café
Geometric Larch Cladding Embraces Volcanic Views in Sustainable Community Café
Emily Marín
Cloaked in angular larch cladding that echoes the surrounding volcanic landscape, this community café invites visitors to savor local flavors while immersed in breathtaking views of Lake Mývatn.
iceland coffee caf community sustainable volcanic landscape wood public space
Translucent Façade and Tiered Seating Enhance Community Interaction in a Sustainable Timber Hub
Translucent Façade and Tiered Seating Enhance Community Interaction in a Sustainable Timber Hub
Allegra Albani, Raffaele Ferrandino
With a translucent façade crafted from polycarbonate and tiered seating that invites community interaction, the design serves as a sustainable hub for information and gatherings.
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Foldable Timber Structures with Recycled Materials for Community Engagement in a Forest Setting
Foldable Timber Structures with Recycled Materials for Community Engagement in a Forest Setting
Adi Mor
With foldable timber structures crafted from recycled materials, the design seamlessly integrates community engagement into the forest landscape, creating versatile spaces for festival activities.
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Reclaimed Brick Retreat with Circular Timber Composition Emphasizing Edible Landscapes
Reclaimed Brick Retreat with Circular Timber Composition Emphasizing Edible Landscapes
Thomas Honeyman
Utilizing reclaimed brick and a circular timber design, the architecture harmonizes with its landscape while fostering community engagement through edible gardens, creating a unique space for sustainable hospitality.
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Elevated Running Track Surrounded by Green Roofs and Reinforced Concrete Living Spaces
Elevated Running Track Surrounded by Green Roofs and Reinforced Concrete Living Spaces
Jiří Gerö
An elevated running track encircles reinforced concrete living spaces adorned with green roofs, creating a dynamic residential environment that promotes wellness and community interconnectedness.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Embrace Nature in Northern Café Design
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Embrace Nature in Northern Café Design
Graysen Babbitt, Elizabeth Daddazio
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this café harmonizes with Iceland's volcanic landscape, inviting visitors to enjoy local flavors in a thoughtfully sustainable environment.
iceland coffee center sustainability geothermal timber exhibition reflective volcanic landscape
Translucent Glass and Basalt Cladding Define a Sustainable Café Embedding in Volcanic Terrain
Translucent Glass and Basalt Cladding Define a Sustainable Café Embedding in Volcanic Terrain
Solange El hoyek, Claude El haddad
Translucent glass mingles with locally sourced basalt cladding in a café designed to harmonize with the volcanic landscape, inviting visitors to connect with nature while enjoying a comfortable retreat.
iceland coffee caf hverfjall sustainability volcano tourism landscape exhibition geothermal
Charred Wooden Shingles and Post-Tensioned Concrete Create An Inviting Coffee Hub in Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Post-Tensioned Concrete Create An Inviting Coffee Hub in Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Haisheng Xu
Employing charred wooden shingles and post-tensioned concrete, the architectural design forms an inviting coffee hub that harmonizes with the rugged beauty of Iceland's volcanic landscape.
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Turf Roof and Recycled Steel Center Integrating Volcanic Landscape Functions
Turf Roof and Recycled Steel Center Integrating Volcanic Landscape Functions
Mahdi El-amin
Characterized by its turf roof and recycled steel structure, the center seamlessly integrates with Iceland's volcanic landscape while serving as a vibrant hub for community engagement and exploration.
iceland cultural hub visitor center sustainability volcanic landscape community engagement recreation native vegetation geothermal heating outdoor experience
Glowing Polycarbonate Facades and Lightweight Structures in a Forest-Focused Community Food Court
Glowing Polycarbonate Facades and Lightweight Structures in a Forest-Focused Community Food Court
Shimin Zhou, Wanning Liao
With its glowing polycarbonate facades and a focus on lightweight structure, the community food court seamlessly integrates into the forested landscape, creating a gathering space that invites connection and collaboration among visitors.
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Copper Cladding and Timber Structure Integrated Within a Volcanic Landscape for Visitor Experience
Copper Cladding and Timber Structure Integrated Within a Volcanic Landscape for Visitor Experience
Alex Kolar
Crafted from oxidized copper and warm timber, this coffee shop and visitor centre harmonizes with the rugged volcanic landscape, offering a welcoming haven for exploration and rest.
iceland coffee visitor centre hverfjall copper sustainability courtyard geology landscape
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