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Wellness Retreat Featuring Organic Seed Pod Structures and Eco-Friendly Materials
Wellness Retreat Featuring Organic Seed Pod Structures and Eco-Friendly Materials
Airė Romaškevičiūtė, Samanta Kajėnaitė, Gabrielė Girdauskaitė, Margarita Stanulevičiūtė
Nestled in the scenic landscape of Portugal, this wellness retreat features elegantly designed sleeping pods with organic seed pod shapes, constructed from sustainable materials like polywood and glass, creating a harmonious blend of comfort and nature.
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Elevated Forest Pods Crafted from Timber and Solar Panels for a Sustainable Retreat
Elevated Forest Pods Crafted from Timber and Solar Panels for a Sustainable Retreat
Alice Tantardini, Delia Bordiga, Maria Pannella, Giorgia Tacca
Crafted from sustainably sourced timber and raised above the forest floor, these innovative pods create a seamless connection with nature, offering a tranquil retreat designed for wellness and relaxation.
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Sustainable Living Pods Constructed with Expanded Polystyrene and Integrated Hydroponics systems
Sustainable Living Pods Constructed with Expanded Polystyrene and Integrated Hydroponics systems
Nischay Shetty, Nishanth C.m
Constructed with expanded polystyrene for superior insulation and designed to include an integrated hydroponics system, these modular living pods provide sustainable, compact housing solutions adaptable to various landscapes.
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Transportable Retreat Constructed with Geothermal Steel and Timber Panels
Transportable Retreat Constructed with Geothermal Steel and Timber Panels
Tom Irwin
Crafted with transportable geothermal steel and warm timber panels, this retreat seamlessly blends into Iceland's dramatic landscape, offering an inviting sanctuary for reflection and community.
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Subterranean Steel Pod Featuring Integrated Air Filtration in Berlin's Cultural Hub
Subterranean Steel Pod Featuring Integrated Air Filtration in Berlin's Cultural Hub
Stijn Haak
Constructed as a floating steel pod that merges seamlessly with Berlin’s underground, this cultural hub incorporates a fresh air system to enhance urban life while celebrating the city’s vibrant techno scene.
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Charred Wooden Shingles And Green Roofs Create Sustainable Lodging In A Serene Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles And Green Roofs Create Sustainable Lodging In A Serene Landscape
Adonis Algianakoglou
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and equipped with green roofs, the design seamlessly integrates into the natural contours of Vale de Moses, offering sustainable lodging that enhances the connection between occupants and their environment.
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Charred Shingles and Corten Steel Uniting Flexible Living Spaces in the Alpine Landscape
Charred Shingles and Corten Steel Uniting Flexible Living Spaces in the Alpine Landscape
Richard Kleinig
Emphasizing the use of charred shingles and Corten steel, this alpine living complex seamlessly integrates modular units with adaptable layouts to foster community engagement and interaction within a stunning natural landscape.
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Elevated Timber Cabins with Transparent Pods for Immersive Nature Experiences
Elevated Timber Cabins with Transparent Pods for Immersive Nature Experiences
Sandi Kuzman, Anna Black
Suspended above the forest floor, the elevated timber cabins incorporate polycarbonate sleeping pods that invite natural light, offering trekkers a distinctive blend of comfort and connection to the surrounding wilderness.
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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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