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Circular Ramp Overseeing Sustainable Wine Production with Straw Bale and Lime Plaster
Circular Ramp Overseeing Sustainable Wine Production with Straw Bale and Lime Plaster
Félix Schwimmer
A circular ramp connects elevated dining spaces and an underground wine cellar, harmonizing with the landscape and employing straw bale insulation and lime plaster to create a sustainable wine tasting venue.
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Compacted Clay and Cross-Laminated Timber Embrace in a Visitor Center Hidden Amidst Iceland's Landscape
Compacted Clay and Cross-Laminated Timber Embrace in a Visitor Center Hidden Amidst Iceland's Landscape
Zofia Konarowska, Monika Jabłońska, Igor Łysiuk, Iryna Bilous
Constructed with compacted clay and cross-laminated timber, the visitor center offers a welcoming retreat for hikers at Hverfjall volcano while seamlessly integrating into the Icelandic landscape.
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Elevated Terraces with Light Steel and Prefabricated Panels for a Sustainable Dining Experience
Elevated Terraces with Light Steel and Prefabricated Panels for a Sustainable Dining Experience
Anna Mokropova, Rusa Shatskih, Daria Kuznetsova, Anastasiia Ievtushenko
Elevated by piles for optimal views, the sustainable restaurant combines light steel structures and prefabricated panels with distinct terraces designed for viewing the northern lights.
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Hemp Insulated Timber Blocks Creating Community Living
Hemp Insulated Timber Blocks Creating Community Living
Ben Quint-glick, Christian Smoke
Constructed with interlocking timber blocks and hemp insulation, the design integrates renewable energy solutions to create sustainable community living.
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Community-Centric Living with Modular Prefabrication and Dynamic Fins
Community-Centric Living with Modular Prefabrication and Dynamic Fins
Katie Donahue, Katharina Hoerath, Shima Miabadi
Utilizing modular prefabrication and dynamic fins, the design creates adaptable community spaces that foster interaction, providing a range of affordable housing options in the heart of Toronto.
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Elevated Living With Elegant Marble Surfaces Beneath the Mediterranean Sun
Elevated Living With Elegant Marble Surfaces Beneath the Mediterranean Sun
Pol Casellas manrubia, Lydia Llorens bartolomé
Elevated above the Mediterranean delta, this residence combines elegant marble surfaces with an open-plan layout, fostering a dynamic interaction with the surrounding environment while serving as a versatile living space.
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Geothermal Visitor Centre Crafted from Birchwood and Iron
Geothermal Visitor Centre Crafted from Birchwood and Iron
Stefania Dinea, Iris Ordean
Constructed using birchwood and iron, the visitor centre near Lake Mývatn integrates seamlessly with its geothermal surroundings to create an accessible hub for education and cultural immersion.
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Pressed Straw Insulation and Rainwater Harvesting in a Compact Residential System
Pressed Straw Insulation and Rainwater Harvesting in a Compact Residential System
Paolo Stefanoni, Alfredo Scardina, Katia Vitello
Utilizing pressed straw for insulation and a comprehensive rainwater harvesting system, the design prioritizes sustainability within a compact residential layout.
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Heat Recovery Systems and Solar Panels Enhance Sustainable Living in Natural Environments
Heat Recovery Systems and Solar Panels Enhance Sustainable Living in Natural Environments
Krista Lauska, Zane Korola, Laura Gleizde
Utilizing heat recovery systems and solar panels, the design creates an energy-efficient environment that promotes sustainability while providing versatile living spaces within a natural setting.
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Passive House Micro-Units With Shared Spaces in a Modular Framework
Passive House Micro-Units With Shared Spaces in a Modular Framework
Bronwyn Breitner, Luigi Ciaccia, Scott Mikawa, Catherine Earley
Passive house micro-units designed with a modular framework and integrated communal spaces provide innovative and affordable housing solutions in the heart of New York City's evolving neighborhoods.
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Box Rib Structure Enhances Compact Living with Integrated Community Garden
Box Rib Structure Enhances Compact Living with Integrated Community Garden
James Donaldson
The use of box rib construction and integrated community gardens creates a resilient and sustainable microhome that promotes both individual living and social interaction.
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Timber Structure With Raked Ceilings Embracing Northern Lights Views
Timber Structure With Raked Ceilings Embracing Northern Lights Views
Andreas Hahn
With a ZickZack roof that mirrors the surrounding mountains and expansive windows that frame views of the Northern Lights, the design serves as a multifunctional space for community engagement and exploration in northern Iceland.
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Red Tiles and Decorative Vines in Vineyard Hotel Design
Red Tiles and Decorative Vines in Vineyard Hotel Design
Manoochehr Azizi, Najva Nazarpour, Bahram Azizi
Decorative vines drape over balconies while red tiles blend with the landscape, creating a sustainable hotel that immerses guests in the beauty of the surrounding vineyard.
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Spiral Structure Crafted from Upcycled Materials and Engineered Timber Emphasizing Community Connectivity
Spiral Structure Crafted from Upcycled Materials and Engineered Timber Emphasizing Community Connectivity
Daniel Burston, Emily Young, Toby Oxborrow
The spiral wall, constructed from engineered timber and upcycled materials, creates a flexible communal space designed to enhance social interaction and connectivity among residents.
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Zinc Cladding and Green Roofs Enhance Urban Micro-Living Spaces
Zinc Cladding and Green Roofs Enhance Urban Micro-Living Spaces
Batu Dal, Mert Sayat, Ozum melissa Cetin
Zinc cladding and green roofs create a compact living solution on urban rooftops, effectively addressing housing shortages while enhancing biodiversity and energy efficiency.
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Phytopurification Pond and Savonius Turbines in a Compact Sustainable Dwelling
Phytopurification Pond and Savonius Turbines in a Compact Sustainable Dwelling
Thibault Terrier
Utilizing a phytopurification pond and Savonius wind turbines, this compact dwelling achieves energy independence and sustainable water management, providing a modern solution for efficient living in a temperate climate.
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Hexagonal Housing Units with Precast Concrete and Community Gardens
Hexagonal Housing Units with Precast Concrete and Community Gardens
Vahid Mojarrab, Carol Ware
Constructed from precast concrete and designed in a hexagonal form, the housing units prioritize community engagement with integrated gardens while addressing the need for affordable living in an urban landscape.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Folded Plane Design in a Micro Home Community
Rammed Earth Walls and Folded Plane Design in a Micro Home Community
Quazi mohd Ashique-uz-zaman, Anita Rahman
Constructed with rammed earth walls and an innovative folded plane layout, this micro home integrates green spaces and sustainable practices to create a compact living environment for a working couple.
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Natural Timber Retreat Emphasizing Geometric Purity and Environmental Integration
Natural Timber Retreat Emphasizing Geometric Purity and Environmental Integration
David Vardy, Xiaohan Chen, Guillermo Sanchez sotes
The design integrates recycled timber engineering with a geometrically pure cube form, creating a peaceful retreat for meditation that harmonizes with the surrounding forest environment.
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Adaptable Living Spaces With Insulated Panels And Efficient Rainwater Systems
Adaptable Living Spaces With Insulated Panels And Efficient Rainwater Systems
Monika Ebrahimi
Utilizing insulated panels and efficient rainwater systems, the design offers flexible living solutions that seamlessly integrate communal spaces with sustainable practices.
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