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Circular Retreat Featuring Natural Light and Flexible Timber Design

Coralie Jessica Marine Foucault

Crafted from modular timber and designed with large glass elements to maximize natural light, this circular space offers an adaptable environment for mindfulness and reflection.

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Curvilinear Structure with Engineered Wood and Skylights Embracing Iceland's Northern Lights

Curvilinear Structure with Engineered Wood and Skylights Embracing Iceland's Northern Lights

Michael Silvester, Dolapo Beckley, Syeda Fatima

A curvilinear form constructed with engineered wood and large glass panels allows for an immersive experience of Iceland's Northern Lights while providing a comfortable retreat for guests.

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Sandstone Shelters Enhanced by Bacillus Pasteurii in Desert Living Spaces

Sandstone Shelters Enhanced by Bacillus Pasteurii in Desert Living Spaces

Ben Lee, Ruta Benetyte, Freddy Browne, Daven Masri

Utilizing Bacillus pasteurii to transform local sand into durable sandstone shelters, the design creates eco-lodges that effortlessly blend into the desert landscape while providing guests with immersive living spaces.

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Timbercrete Retreat with Expansive Valley Views

Timbercrete Retreat with Expansive Valley Views

Martin Pretorius, Raphael Trischler

Timbercrete construction and a cantilevered base enhance the sleeping pod's integration into the Vale de Moses landscape, offering expansive valley views while providing a private retreat for relaxation and mindfulness.

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Lotus-Inspired Retreat Featuring Bamboo and Recycled Glass in a Natural Setting

Lotus-Inspired Retreat Featuring Bamboo and Recycled Glass in a Natural Setting

Richard Gordon

Incorporating a lotus-inspired design with an octagonal layout, the retreat employs bamboo and recycled glass to create a tranquil environment for meditation and wellness in the natural landscape of Kep, Cambodia.

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Pods Crafted from Agro-Waste in a Pine Forest Retreat

Pods Crafted from Agro-Waste in a Pine Forest Retreat

Ian Cox, Bashara Van den heever

Crafted from agro-waste and inspired by the maritime pine ecosystem, the pod structures provide a sustainable retreat space that fosters relaxation and connection to nature.

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Water Mirror and Concrete Foundations Enhancing Mindful Reflection Spaces

Water Mirror and Concrete Foundations Enhancing Mindful Reflection Spaces

Sara Meneses, Bárbara Ribeiro, Margarida Gomes

A water mirror reflects the surrounding landscape while concrete foundations provide stability, creating a versatile space designed for meditation and mindful practices.

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Curved Forms of Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles in a Mindful Retreat Space

Curved Forms of Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles in a Mindful Retreat Space

Laudi Holster

Curved forms of cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles define a retreat space designed to promote mindfulness and connection with nature.

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Floating Pine Retreat with Rainwater Harvesting

Floating Pine Retreat with Rainwater Harvesting

Karolis Skirtunas, Saulė Andriulytė, Evita Šupienytė, Deimilė Mikelionytė

A tall window frames panoramic views in a round, floating structure made of pine that integrates a rainwater harvesting system, creating a tranquil retreat focused on immersive nature experiences.

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Elevated Modular Living with Anaerobic Treatment and Natural Integration

Elevated Modular Living with Anaerobic Treatment and Natural Integration

Martin Avila, Mariana Bernal, Valeria Moreno

Elevated above the ground, the Modular Hyperbolic Pod integrates an anaerobic digester for sustainable waste management within a series of distinct modules designed for sleeping and bathing, all while enhancing connections to the surrounding landscape.

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Charred Wooden Shingles Complementing Modular Living Units in Urban Infill Design

Hieu Huynh

Modular living units constructed with charred wooden shingles and sustainable materials offer a contemporary solution to urban infill housing needs while promoting community interaction in a densely populated environment.

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Timber Pods Enveloped in Natural Greenery Along Lakeside Retreat

Timber Pods Enveloped in Natural Greenery Along Lakeside Retreat

Zoran Zivanovic

Timber Pods situated along the edge of Lake Bezdibene incorporate a raised walkway and sustainable materials, creating a serene environment for individual retreats focused on nature and self-reflection.

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Eps Core Pods with Integrated Hydroponics for Sustainable Living

Nischay Shetty, Nishanth C.m

Constructed with EPS core materials and designed for off-grid living, these modular pods incorporate hydroponics and rainwater management systems, providing sustainable housing solutions in diverse environments.

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Cork Clad Pods Embracing Meditative Space in Natural Vale

Cork Clad Pods Embracing Meditative Space in Natural Vale

Louise Deprins, Thomas Lejeune, Laura Delgado sarmiento, Quentin Romeo

Elevated rainwater tanks and cork cladding enhance the sustainable design of pods strategically positioned in the Vale de Moses, providing serene spaces for meditation and contemplation.

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Birch Plywood Pods Embracing Celestial Views in a Sustainable Retreat

Birch Plywood Pods Embracing Celestial Views in a Sustainable Retreat

Carrie-anne Richardson, Steven Sotiriou, Miguel Pinto

Cantilevered birch plywood pods provide unobstructed views of the cosmos, creating a unique environment for meditation and reflection within a sustainable retreat setting.

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Timber-Frame Retreat with Smart Glass and Solar Integration

Timber-Frame Retreat with Smart Glass and Solar Integration

Raffaella sofia Stanisz, Marcelina daria Pilarczyk

With an octagonal form and walls of smart glass, this sustainably designed sleeping pod utilizes solar energy and innovative water management systems to create an eco-friendly retreat in the picturesque Vale de Moses.

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Cork-Finished Retreat with Charred Wood Shutters and Water Collection System

Cork-Finished Retreat with Charred Wood Shutters and Water Collection System

Riccardo Nemeth

A rainwater collection system and cork exterior define a retreat that integrates charred wood shutters and open meditation spaces, creating a sustainable environment for relaxation in Vale de Moses.

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Round Pods with Polywood Panels Offering Panoramic Views in Nature

Round Pods with Polywood Panels Offering Panoramic Views in Nature

Airė Romaškevičiūtė, Samanta Kajėnaitė, Gabrielė Girdauskaitė, Margarita Stanulevičiūtė

Elevated sleeping pods constructed with polywood panels offer adjustable roofs and panoramic views, creating a connected living space for those seeking refuge in nature.

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Suspended Living Pods with Recycled Nets on Cambie Bridge

Catherine Deller

Suspended above the city, the living pods utilize recycled nets and a unique teardrop shape on Cambie Bridge to offer secure overnight spaces for those experiencing homelessness.

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Distorted Geometry with Carbon Fiber Panels in a Tranquil Urban Retreat

Miles Harris

Utilizing voronoi geometry and polygon carbon fiber panels, the meditation pod offers a unique spatial experience that promotes mindfulness amidst the bustling urban environment of Shibuya.

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A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

Kenan Vatrenjak

With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.

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A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

A Compact Hideout Dwelling for Retreat Living

Abel Laki, Julia Gunther, Eszter Reti

Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.

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A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

Neel Patel

Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.

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A Sustainable Retreat with a Central Tree and Gabled Roof Structure

A Sustainable Retreat with a Central Tree and Gabled Roof Structure

Javier Anzueto Busto, María Arriola Flesch

A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.

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A Visitor Facility with a Vertical Observation Tower

A Visitor Facility with a Vertical Observation Tower

Max Fabris

The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.

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A Circular Reflection Memorial with Preserved Trees

A Circular Reflection Memorial with Preserved Trees

Jordan Felber

The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.

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A Double-Skin Cubic Structure Featuring Translucent Polycarbonate and Local Timber

A Double-Skin Cubic Structure Featuring Translucent Polycarbonate and Local Timber

Jiansong Yuan, Xiaotong Ni

Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.

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An Adaptive Mixed-Use Complex with Integrated Greenhouse Facades

An Adaptive Mixed-Use Complex with Integrated Greenhouse Facades

Maria Turcu, Mihai Mitrică, Alina Măldărescu, Alina Lixeanu

Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.