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Reclaimed Wood Workshop Overlooking Černoste Lake
Reclaimed Wood Workshop Overlooking Černoste Lake
Rolands Bruzgulis, Elīna Upe, Valdis Zariņš
Built with reclaimed wood and designed to embrace natural light, the structure integrates seamlessly with its environment while providing functional living and workspace for two painter families.
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Reflection Pools and Clerestory Windows Enhance Sustainable Living
Reflection Pools and Clerestory Windows Enhance Sustainable Living
Troy Aday
Reflecting natural light through expansive clerestory windows and integrating serene reflection pools, the design achieves a balance of sustainability and aesthetic harmony in a residential setting.
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Twisting Air Shaft Enhances Passive Cooling in Rammed Earth Residence
Twisting Air Shaft Enhances Passive Cooling in Rammed Earth Residence
Nk3 architects Nk3 architects
The twisting air shaft captures cooling breezes while facilitating rainwater harvesting in a rammed earth residence designed for two young doctors serving their rural community.
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Straw Bale Dwelling with Upcycled Metal Facade in Rural Farming Landscape
Straw Bale Dwelling with Upcycled Metal Facade in Rural Farming Landscape
Francesca paola Montella
Constructed with straw bales and upcycled metal, the dwelling embodies adaptability through its mobile wall system, offering sustainable living solutions for farmers engaged in seasonal agricultural practices.
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Translucent Veils and Reclaimed Timber Form a Mindful Retreat
Translucent Veils and Reclaimed Timber Form a Mindful Retreat
Patrick Girdler
Translucent veils ripple gently overhead in a cabin constructed from reclaimed timber, creating an environment that fosters mindfulness and meditation amidst the serenity of a forested landscape.
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Exploring Heartwood Pine in a Compact Micro-Home Solution
Exploring Heartwood Pine in a Compact Micro-Home Solution
Mathilde Slot, Tuva Sveindal
Constructed from heartwood pine, this compact micro-home utilizes modular stacking techniques and passive energy strategies to create a versatile living space suited for a northern climate.
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Hemp-Clad Retreat Highlighting Recycled Timber in a Natural Setting
Hemp-Clad Retreat Highlighting Recycled Timber in a Natural Setting
Michael Denyer, Liam Mulheran
Constructed with hemp-clad walls and supported by recycled timber, the meditation cabins provide serene spaces for wellness activities, seamlessly integrating with the natural landscape.
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Natural Ventilation and Thermal Mass Enhance Community Wellness in Sustainable Building
Natural Ventilation and Thermal Mass Enhance Community Wellness in Sustainable Building
Mohammad reza Ganjali bonjar, Pooya Noori
With a focus on natural ventilation and the thermal mass of stone, the design promotes energy efficiency and indoor air quality while serving as a multifunctional space for yoga and community engagement.
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Timber Pods Elevated Above Ancient Crater Emphasize Natural Ventilation
Timber Pods Elevated Above Ancient Crater Emphasize Natural Ventilation
Paramount Kongsangvar
Elevated on stilts above an ancient bomb crater, the Coiling Pod utilizes local plywood and timber to create a retreat focused on natural ventilation and the balance of individual reflection with communal engagement.
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Cork and Hinoki Serenity Space in a Tranquil Landscape
Cork and Hinoki Serenity Space in a Tranquil Landscape
Oliver Perrett
Built with cork and Hinoki, this serene space in Vale de Moses integrates passive design principles to create a sustainable environment for yoga and meditation.
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Natural Ventilation and Thermal Mass Enhance Wine Tasting Experience in Vineyard Setting
Natural Ventilation and Thermal Mass Enhance Wine Tasting Experience in Vineyard Setting
Hiroo Maruyama, Akitaka Suzuki, Tomotake Miyagaki
Large openings for natural ventilation and carefully designed overhangs provide climate control while integrating thermal mass, enhancing the wine tasting experience within the vineyard environment.
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Thatch Roof Pavilion with Cross Laminated Timber and Natural Light
Thatch Roof Pavilion with Cross Laminated Timber and Natural Light
Eszter bernadett Barna, Balázs Markó, Balázs Kósa
Emphasizing a thatch roof and Cross Laminated Timber construction, this creative space fosters collaboration and individual expression while seamlessly integrating with its natural surroundings.
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Local Limestone and Concrete Structure with Circular Patio for Vineyard Living
Local Limestone and Concrete Structure with Circular Patio for Vineyard Living
Matan Gal, Dana Lieber
A circular patio crafted from local limestone and concrete enhances vineyard living, providing a climate-responsive gathering space that fosters community interaction in a residential setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Enhance Ecological Living Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Enhance Ecological Living Space
Gavini Sharath kumar, Raksha Gavini
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and a green roof, the design harmoniously integrates sustainable practices to create a communal living space that emphasizes ecological responsibility.
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Geometric Serenity With Polished Concrete And Radiata Pine Elements
Geometric Serenity With Polished Concrete And Radiata Pine Elements
Kyle Coxe
Emerging from the landscape, the geode structure uniquely integrates polished concrete and radiata pine to create a meditative sanctuary that fosters mindfulness and personal reflection.
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Clay Walls and Greywater Recycling in a Sustainable Yoga Retreat
Clay Walls and Greywater Recycling in a Sustainable Yoga Retreat
Diana Schcolnik goren, Ganit Kauffmann
With insulated clay walls and a greywater recycling system, the design promotes ecological sustainability while serving as a dedicated space for yoga practice within its serene natural setting.
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Thermal Mass and Glazed Overhang in a Yoga Studio Embracing the Landscape
Thermal Mass and Glazed Overhang in a Yoga Studio Embracing the Landscape
Kevin Khoury, Viktor Holubiev
With a large glazed overhang that optimizes winter solar gain and a design that incorporates thermal mass for year-round comfort, the structure serves as a yoga studio harmoniously integrated into the Portuguese landscape.
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Terraced Pavilion Featuring Air-Harvesting Systems for Mindfulness Practices
Terraced Pavilion Featuring Air-Harvesting Systems for Mindfulness Practices
Christopher Manzo, aia, Mark Foxworth, aia, Ron Peron, pe
The Pavilion's air-harvesting systems and terraced layout integrate seamlessly with the hillside, creating a tranquil environment dedicated to yoga and mindfulness practices.
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Bamboo Framework Embracing Climbing Vegetation in a Sustainable Living Space
Bamboo Framework Embracing Climbing Vegetation in a Sustainable Living Space
Shai Danino, Itzik Ladkani
A bamboo framework supports climbing vegetation while incorporating an underground cooling system and solar energy, creating a sustainable living space that harmonizes with its Cambodian environment.
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Ceramic Radiant Heating and EvoNiq Clerestory Illuminate Sustainable Yoga Space
Ceramic Radiant Heating and EvoNiq Clerestory Illuminate Sustainable Yoga Space
Kyle Dehaven
Equipped with ceramic radiant heating and an EvoNiq clerestory that enhances natural light, the design creates an efficient and inviting space dedicated to yoga practice.
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Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates
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Utilizing hollow brick construction and modular design, this sustainable residential initiative captures wind and solar energy to create adaptable living spaces for families in Dubai's arid climate.
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A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING

A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING
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