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Piers of Reinforced Concrete and Glass Overlooking the Han River Serve as Flexible Office Spaces

Piers of Reinforced Concrete and Glass Overlooking the Han River Serve as Flexible Office Spaces

Isu Kang, NAYEON JEON, SUJUNG KIM

Reinforced concrete piers create a series of flexible office spaces that seamlessly integrate with the landscape of the Han River, offering an adaptive work environment designed for collaboration and community engagement.

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Ethereal Glass Facade and Concrete Piers Shaping a Volcanology Experience

Ethereal Glass Facade and Concrete Piers Shaping a Volcanology Experience

Aaron campbell Campbell, Allysa Taylor

Framed by clouded glass and supported by concrete piers, the center offers an immersive exploration of volcanic geology and natural wonders in Iceland's Mývatn region.

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Rammed Earth Shelter Embracing Nature with Passive Solar Design

Rammed Earth Shelter Embracing Nature with Passive Solar Design

Anton Mazyrko, Adelina Mazyrko

Constructed with rammed earth and designed for passive solar efficiency, the shelter promotes sustainability while providing a tranquil space for yoga and meditation.

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Curved Concrete Plates over Fault Line with Geothermal Hearth for Visitor Engagement

Curved Concrete Plates over Fault Line with Geothermal Hearth for Visitor Engagement

Andy Kikta, Jonathan Toonkel

Two curved concrete plates, positioned above a tectonic fault line, create an interactive space that combines geological awareness with visitor functions such as observation and exploration.

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Cave Tower Crafted with Volcanic Ash and Glulam Beams in Geothermal Landscape

Cave Tower Crafted with Volcanic Ash and Glulam Beams in Geothermal Landscape

James Erickson

Constructed with glulam beams and volcanic ash, the cave tower rises in a geothermal landscape, creating a unique interaction between its interior warmth and the surrounding rugged terrain, serving as a communal space for visitors to engage with nature.

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Biological Concrete and Precast Panels in a Natural Gateway Experience

Biological Concrete and Precast Panels in a Natural Gateway Experience

Danielle Willkens, Ryan Roark

Incorporating biological concrete that fosters lichen growth and precast panels inspired by local basalt cliffs, the design functions as a visitor center that deepens connections to Iceland's unique geothermal landscape.

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Scissor Truss Roof and Natural Ventilation in Modular Living

Scissor Truss Roof and Natural Ventilation in Modular Living

Jordanna Ebanks, Jaya Kader, Angela Johnson

With a scissor truss roof that maximizes natural ventilation, the modular structure redefines flexible living while integrating sustainable features such as rainwater harvesting and photovoltaic systems.

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Cork Insulation and Vertical Cladding in Flood-Resistant Design

Stephanie Vo

Utilizing vertical cladding and cork insulation, the design addresses flooding while promoting sustainability, creating a functional living space on Bustard Island, Ontario.

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Glue-Laminated Timber Lookout Anchored in Cultural Folklore

Randall Teal, Nick Grover, Madalyn Asker

Inspired by the ancient Völva, a glue-laminated timber structure invites visitors to explore the cultural folklore and breathtaking landscapes of Hverfjall while serving as a contemplative lookout.

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Bioswales and Diamond Piers in Compact Microhome Communities

Alejandro Marin, Jared Nurnberger

Integrating bioswales and diamond piers, the development transforms urban parking lots into sustainable microhome communities that promote efficient living and environmental resilience.

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Geometric Wooden Retreat on Concrete Piers with Natural Light Skylights

Geometric Wooden Retreat on Concrete Piers with Natural Light Skylights

Fan Zhaoxiang, Liu Mengxuan, Miao Shi

Raised on concrete piers, the wooden cabin showcases geometric deformation and ample skylights, creating a sustainable meditation space that harmonizes with its natural surroundings.

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Celestial Observation Tower Merging Community Rituals with Nature

Celestial Observation Tower Merging Community Rituals with Nature

Luca Bonifacio

Rising from the water with suspended piers that facilitate community rituals, the towering structure offers a unique space for celestial observation while fostering a deep connection between nature and human experience.

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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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Twisted Volumes Overlooking the Continental Divide

Twisted Volumes Overlooking the Continental Divide

Erin Benken, Dana Kelly

Twisted building volumes ascend above the fissure of the continental divide, providing educational and observational spaces that engage visitors with the unique geological landscape of Iceland.

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Geothermal Viewing Piers Surrounded by Natural Landscapes

Geothermal Viewing Piers Surrounded by Natural Landscapes

Assaf Kimmel

Surrounded by unique geological formations, the tower’s viewing piers enhance accessibility and sustainability through the use of geothermal energy, providing visitors an immersive experience with the landscape.

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Movable Shelving System in Cross-Laminated Timber Microhome

William Scott, Zach Si

The implementation of a movable shelving system within a Cross-Laminated Timber structure allows for dynamic space utilization in this microhome, designed to offer comfort and adaptability for a young, professional couple.

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Living Wall of Found Materials Enhancing Meditation in a Forest Retreat

Living Wall of Found Materials Enhancing Meditation in a Forest Retreat

Eric Miller

Constructed with a curtain wall of found materials, the design cultivates a living ecosystem that invites natural light while serving as a tranquil space for meditation within a vibrant forest setting.

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Tent-Like Structure with Timber Frame and Gravel Roof in Volcanic Landscape

Geoffrey Chew

The tent-like structure, crafted with a timber frame and topped with a gravel roof, harmonizes with the volcanic landscape of Hverfjall, providing a resting place and observation point for hikers to experience the natural beauty.

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Double Glazed Panels and Mesh Screens Elevate Seasonal Cabins Above the Venta River

Double Glazed Panels and Mesh Screens Elevate Seasonal Cabins Above the Venta River

Juan david Ledesma

Elevated on piers to mitigate flooding from the Venta River, the seasonal cabins incorporate double glazed panels and mesh screens to create a flexible environment that adapts to changing weather while providing a comfortable retreat space.

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A Mindful Cabin Retreat with a Rainwater Collection System

A Mindful Cabin Retreat with a Rainwater Collection System

Yuting Zhang, Huopu Zhang

With a trapezium shape that amplifies natural sounds and a rainwater collection system for sustainability, the cabin offers a serene retreat for meditation and contemplation in the Latvian landscape.

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