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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping A Sustainable Community Center
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping A Sustainable Community Center
Era shae Brown
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design harmonizes with its volcanic surroundings to create a versatile community center that fosters local engagement and environmental awareness.
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Dappled Light Effects Enhanced by Textured Brick and Transparent Glass in Community-Focused Residential Living
Dappled Light Effects Enhanced by Textured Brick and Transparent Glass in Community-Focused Residential Living
Alex Fown, Cayley Black
With an architectural design that strategically utilizes textured brick and expansive glass to create a play of dappled light, the residence seamlessly merges private and community spaces, fostering interaction in a vibrant urban environment.
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Office infused with cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles that fosters community interaction and sustainability
Office infused with cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles that fosters community interaction and sustainability
Calin daniel Barut, Adrian-george Fulger
This office project seamlessly integrates sustainable features like cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles, creating a dynamic environment that encourages collaboration while fostering a strong connection to nature.
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Möbius Loop Form Crafted From Stone Veneer And Sustainable Timber Cladding
Möbius Loop Form Crafted From Stone Veneer And Sustainable Timber Cladding
Aprielle Chung
Crafted in the unique Möbius loop form, this dual-family residence utilizes stone veneer and sustainable timber cladding to seamlessly blend functionality with a connection to nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Movable Walls in a Dual-Purpose Artistic Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Movable Walls in a Dual-Purpose Artistic Residence
Cristina Chen, Leticia naomi Umehara, Maria fernanda del giovannino de Oliveira, Larah agostinho Barbosa
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and adaptable movable walls, this residence harmoniously blends artistic workspace with family living, fostering creativity in a serene natural setting.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Create a Harmonious Artist Residency in the Latvian Countryside
Charred Wood Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Create a Harmonious Artist Residency in the Latvian Countryside
Mohamed Emara
Utilizing charred wood shingles and reclaimed timber, the artist residency seamlessly blends with its Latvian landscape, fostering a creative environment that balances individual privacy with communal collaboration.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Basalt Stone Create a Community Hub Embracing Sustainable Living
Charred Wood Shingles and Basalt Stone Create a Community Hub Embracing Sustainable Living
Ahmed Hefila, Menna Hesham
Blending charred wood shingles and local basalt stone, the design creates a harmonious community hub that promotes sustainable living and social connectivity amidst the stunning landscape of Mývatn.
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Curved Steel Framework and Charred Wood Cladding Shaping a Community Café in a Volcanic Landscape
Curved Steel Framework and Charred Wood Cladding Shaping a Community Café in a Volcanic Landscape
Graeme Massie, Stuart Dickson
Employing a curved steel framework and charred wood cladding, this community café harmonizes with its volcanic surroundings while offering a warm and inviting space for visitors to gather and explore local culture.
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Biophilic Design With Recycled Materials and Green Roofs Integrating Community Spaces
Biophilic Design With Recycled Materials and Green Roofs Integrating Community Spaces
Lesley Plate
Utilizing recycled materials and green roofs, this design seamlessly integrates biophilic elements to foster community engagement while promoting sustainable practices in a multifunctional space.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Defining A Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Defining A Sustainable Community Hub
Charlie Pye, Volodymyr Opanasiuk, James Gregan
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber create a visually compelling facade that invites the community into a multifunctional hub designed for social engagement and sustainable practices.
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Vertical Living Space Embracing Natural Light and Concrete Elements by the Lake
Vertical Living Space Embracing Natural Light and Concrete Elements by the Lake
Vanesa Abadi
Towering above a tranquil lakeside, this residence seamlessly integrates large glass panels and warm timber accents to create a private sanctuary ideal for a writer's creative retreat.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facade Enhance Artistic Retreat in Finnish Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facade Enhance Artistic Retreat in Finnish Landscape
Ada Yildirim, Chris David Wang
Charred wooden shingles and expansive glass panels seamlessly connect this Finnish retreat to its natural surroundings, creating an inspiring sanctuary for two artists to cultivate their creativity.
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Natural Wood Accents and Galvanized Steel Integration in Sustainable Guest Lodgings
Natural Wood Accents and Galvanized Steel Integration in Sustainable Guest Lodgings
Giorgio Glaviano, Valeria Inzerillo
Employing natural wood accents alongside galvanized steel, this sustainable guest lodging harmonizes with the Umbria landscape while facilitating a seamless connection between its visitors and the enchanting vineyard surroundings.
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Boutique Guest House Embracing Local Limestone and Exposed Timber in the Umbrian Landscape
Boutique Guest House Embracing Local Limestone and Exposed Timber in the Umbrian Landscape
Jaqueline Symalla
Nestled in the captivating Umbrian landscape, this boutique guest house features locally sourced limestone and exposed timber to create an inviting retreat that seamlessly integrates modern comfort with the region's rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Natural Timber Create Harmonious Communal Spaces in Italy
Rammed Earth Walls and Natural Timber Create Harmonious Communal Spaces in Italy
Alessandro Mangano, Chanvuth Nareth, Vyarith Tep
Constructed with rammed earth walls and natural timber, the architectural design creates a seamless blend with its Italian landscape, providing communal spaces that foster social interactions and connection to nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Community-Focused Pavilion in the Forest
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Community-Focused Pavilion in the Forest
Mike Harvey, Aeron Regalado, Tyler Jansen, Andrew Tomchyshyn
Emphasizing the use of charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates a harmonious dialogue between the pavilions and the surrounding forest, serving as a community hub for education and engagement with nature.
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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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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Create a Cultural Space in Iceland’s Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Create a Cultural Space in Iceland’s Landscape
Christopher Arena
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and expansive glass openings, the design seamlessly integrates with Iceland's unique landscape while serving as a dynamic cultural space for community engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Passive Solar Design in Sustainable Latvian Cabins
Charred Wooden Shingles and Passive Solar Design in Sustainable Latvian Cabins
Horatiu Bran
Employing charred wooden shingles and passive solar principles, the design seamlessly integrates with the Latvian landscape to create sustainable cabins that serve as intimate retreats for connection with nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Construction in a Remote Hiking Shelter
Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Construction in a Remote Hiking Shelter
Paul Noltet, Jules Babinet
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and modular construction, the design seamlessly integrates into the landscape, offering hikers a sustainable refuge that encourages reflection and connection with nature.
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Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
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Design a concrete pavilion
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Museum of Emotions
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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Design affordable housing for Denver
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The Architect's Chair

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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

Choose a site—used, abandoned, or forgotten—anywhere in the world, and give it a new purpose
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial
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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
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