Constructed from timber with a focus on textile finishes and equipped with geothermal heating, the structures provide functional spaces that embrace a philosophy of impermanence and connection to the natural environment.
Incorporating black granite and tufa stone, the design creates ethereal spaces that foster reflection and communal mourning within a serene columbarium in the Riga Forest.
Wai yan Oo,Kyal Sin Moe,Zwe Yan Naing Hla Moe,Thae Thiri Tun
Drawing upon the interplay of fabric and translucent materials, the design captures the essence of shadow to create a contemplative residential retreat that invites reflection and connection with nature.
Utilizing foamed aluminium and cement, the design creates a reflective memorial space that engages visitors with the emotional weight of historical witch trials while promoting introspection and communal dialogue.
A weathered Corten steel ring envelops a polished concrete cube, creating a reflective space that harmonizes memory and nature while serving as a memorial for contemplation and communal healing.
Engraved keffiyeh patterns and a reflecting pool serve as powerful symbols in a memorial that honors the Palestinian narrative through contemplative spaces and community engagement.
Constructed in concrete with a vibrant pink hue, this tetrahedral memorial in Red Square honors the resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community while providing a space for remembrance and reflection.
Mass stone walls paired with a wood wrap converge to form a temporary residence for artists, integrating modern living with the traditional landscape of Latvia.
Constructed with volcanic stone and recycled glass, the coffee shop seamlessly integrates with the Icelandic landscape while providing a sustainable space for community engagement.
Carved from solid basalt and adorned with cast iron details, the columbarium integrates local flora within a thoughtful landscape, providing a serene space for remembrance and reflection.
Vertical concrete columns, weathered by time and interspersed with reflective surfaces, create a contemplative environment that guides visitors through a natural landscape designed for reflection on life and death.
The rammed earth pyramid, set within a landscape of Corten steel, creates a contemplative space that challenges perceptions of absence while inviting reflection on the remnants of human presence.
Constructed from locally sourced rammed earth, the pavilion mirrors the geological layers of the Badlands while offering a space for reflection and respite along the Castle Hiking Trail.
Combining charred wood elements with reinforced concrete, the design creates a contemplative environment that honors the complexities of displacement while fostering community engagement through flexible public spaces.
Crafted from biodegradable cedar and bio-leather, the pavilion dissolves into its environment over time, allowing visitors to engage in meditation amidst evolving plant life and reflecting on the themes of nature and impermanence.
With a red tiled roof and mud plaster walls, the design emphasizes historical context and community connection, offering a welcoming guest house that integrates natural elements and facilitates social interaction.
Timber pavilions with sloped sedum roofs overlook Lake Cernostes, providing an environment for two painters and their families to live and create in a sustainable retreat.
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cast-in-place concrete, the residence blurs the boundaries between indoor living and natural settings, providing a flexible space that adapts to both personal and communal functions.
A translucent lattice structure integrates LED illumination with a unique combination of concrete and textured pavers, creating a reflective space dedicated to commemorating the victims of genocide.
Set within a remote desert landscape, the installation engages with the surrounding geology through a restrained formal language and material palette. It is conceived as a space for reflection and observation, where geometric structures frame the vastness of the environment.
Hadi Koohihabibi,Pariya Shahbazi,Parsa Kavosi,Kimia Salimzadeh
Located in a small urban center adjacent to open landscape, the structure supports both elevated viewing and pedestrian circulation across its site. Designed to enhance public engagement, it responds to local context through its spatial configuration and material logic.
Positioned within the prairie landscape of De Smet, the structure functions as a vertical marker that combines public utility with cultural reference. Its design responds to local narratives and environmental conditions, offering spaces for observation, orientation, and gathering.
Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6ideas COMPETITIONSILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Wrapped in charred wooden shingles and built from cross-laminated timber, this community spa blends wellness, sustainability, and landscape-driven design in a remote Icelandic setting.
Wilson Lopes Do Nascimento Junior,Valerio Ziantoni,Gabriela Vitória Carvalho,João Pedro Pina
The design addresses the challenges of desert living by integrating sustainable strategies that support self-sufficiency and environmental resilience. Emphasizing resource efficiency and ecological balance, the project highlights the relationship between built form and natural systems in a harsh environment.
Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.
Paolo Dolceamore,Omar Cicci,Federico Andrea Iannarone,Matteo Dossetto
Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.
Hubert Pierre Olivier Charlaix,Mathieu Henri Pierre Nouhen
Situated in a remote and climatically challenging environment, the design responds to the need for shelter and communal space within a rugged natural landscape. The approach reflects regional building traditions while addressing functional requirements for comfort and protection.
Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6ideas COMPETITIONSILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
Edition #7ideas COMPETITIONSILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.