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Floating Roof Design With Reinforced Concrete And Expansive Glass For Palliative Care
Floating Roof Design With Reinforced Concrete And Expansive Glass For Palliative Care
Ridvan Kahraman, Sacha Cutajar
The floating roof structure, supported by slender columns and featuring expansive glass panels, creates a serene atmosphere that seamlessly integrates with nature while providing essential palliative care spaces.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Inviting Community Spaces Amidst Natural Landscapes
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Inviting Community Spaces Amidst Natural Landscapes
Myriam De mesa amores, Pol Fernández fernández
With its charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a seamless integration into the natural landscape, fostering a vibrant community hub that invites both residents and visitors to gather and engage.
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Meditative Cabanas Featuring Plant Integration and Transparent Glass in Urban Ecology
Meditative Cabanas Featuring Plant Integration and Transparent Glass in Urban Ecology
Ethan Seaver
Nestled within an urban landscape, the transparent glass structures and integrated plant life create a harmonious sanctuary for meditation and self-reflection, bridging the gap between nature and the city.
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Rammed Earth Structure Emphasizing Natural Textures and Community Engagement
Rammed Earth Structure Emphasizing Natural Textures and Community Engagement
Alan Morrissey
Utilizing the enduring qualities of rammed earth, the design fosters a deep connection to the surrounding landscape while creating an inviting community hub for engagement and interaction.
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Curved Glulam Roof Enhances Bat Habitat Within Sustainable Lakeside Studios
Curved Glulam Roof Enhances Bat Habitat Within Sustainable Lakeside Studios
Noor Khan, Aarez Ali, Aleena Khan, Huzaifah Fakher
A curved glulam roof designed to accommodate bat habitats seamlessly integrates with the natural landscape, creating a lakeside studio space that fosters artistic expression while prioritizing ecological sustainability.
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Pyramidal Structure Crafted from Reinforced Concrete and Local Materials Nestled by Myvatn Lake
Pyramidal Structure Crafted from Reinforced Concrete and Local Materials Nestled by Myvatn Lake
Dhruvsri Daggubati
Crafted from locally sourced materials and designed with a hexagonal footprint, the building's pyramidal form draws inspiration from the nearby volcanic landscape, serving as a visitor center that promotes engagement with the natural environment.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Defining a Versatile Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Defining a Versatile Community Space
Sanne Mulder
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this community space seamlessly integrates sustainable materials and flexible design to foster engagement and interaction among its users.
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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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Hemp-Curtained Pavilion with Polycarbonate Roof Integrating Timber and Community Engagement
Hemp-Curtained Pavilion with Polycarbonate Roof Integrating Timber and Community Engagement
Tsubasa Iwahashi
A sustainable pavilion adorned with hemp curtains and a polycarbonate roof, harmoniously blending timber structure with its natural surroundings, invites festival-goers to gather and connect in a communal dining experience.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Create a Harmonious Artisan Living Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Create a Harmonious Artisan Living Space
Qingyang Jia, Xin Qiao, Weitong Zhao, Zhaocheng Deng
Using charred wooden shingles and locally sourced stone, the design crafts an inviting artisan community that integrates living spaces with creative studios for a seamless cultural experience.
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Textured Concrete Pavilion Embracing Natural Light with Angled Roof Design
Textured Concrete Pavilion Embracing Natural Light with Angled Roof Design
Adrian Buck
Emphasizing a bold angled roof and textured concrete facade, the pavilion captures stunning natural light while providing a versatile space for cinematic experiences and community gatherings.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping a Wine Tasting Experience Amidst Scenic Views
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping a Wine Tasting Experience Amidst Scenic Views
Cette Valentine
With its elegant charred wooden shingles and arched passages that frame scenic vineyard views, the design provides an inviting atmosphere for immersive wine tasting experiences.
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Perforated Terracotta Facade Enhancing Community Spaces in Eco-Friendly Design
Perforated Terracotta Facade Enhancing Community Spaces in Eco-Friendly Design
Bartu Tort, Allegra Keys, Ellis Shiels
The innovative use of a perforated terracotta facade not only connects the structure to its surroundings but also provides natural ventilation and light, creating an inviting hub for community engagement and artistic collaboration.
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Elevated Living in Terra Cotta and Local Wood Amid Marsh Ecology
Elevated Living in Terra Cotta and Local Wood Amid Marsh Ecology
Rotteleur Benoit
Elevated on stilts to preserve marshland ecology, the dwelling seamlessly integrates local wood and terra cotta to create a sustainable habitat that offers unique living experiences within a tranquil natural setting.
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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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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Infrastructure Transforming Urban Waterways into Community Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Infrastructure Transforming Urban Waterways into Community Spaces
Teresa Klein
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and advanced green infrastructure, this revitalization initiative reimagines Milan's waterways, seamlessly blending ecological restoration with vibrant community spaces.
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Fractal Geometry and Glass Façade Create Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living in Desert Environment
Fractal Geometry and Glass Façade Create Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living in Desert Environment
Sebastian Sciuto
With a façade that intricately weaves fractal geometry into a glazed exterior, the design harmoniously integrates with the Las Vegas desert while providing versatile living and working spaces within its three distinct levels.
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Turf-Covered Green Roof Above Hydroponic Kitchen Integrating Volcanic Landscape Elements
Turf-Covered Green Roof Above Hydroponic Kitchen Integrating Volcanic Landscape Elements
Bruno marco Gismondi, Frida isabel Pett, Lorena Gismondi pett
A turf-covered green roof and hydroponic kitchen seamlessly blend with Iceland's volcanic landscape, creating a sustainable coffee shop that enhances environmental connectivity while inviting community engagement.
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Curvilinear Spaces Wrapped in Birch Plywood and Vibrant Colors for Communal Dining
Curvilinear Spaces Wrapped in Birch Plywood and Vibrant Colors for Communal Dining
Laine nameda Lazda
Curvilinear paths and vibrant hues envelop spaces constructed from birch plywood, creating an inviting pavilion that fosters communal dining and social connection.
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Circular Design Featuring Charred Wood And Reinforced Concrete Nestled In A Natural Landscape
Circular Design Featuring Charred Wood And Reinforced Concrete Nestled In A Natural Landscape
Ji hyun Kim, bohyun kim
Nestled within a serene landscape, the carefully crafted circular structure combines charred wood and reinforced concrete to enhance light play, fostering a tranquil environment for couples to connect and reflect.
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