Crafted from locally sourced timber and adorned with a distinctive lattice cladding, the observation tower enhances the birdwatching experience by offering elevated, unobstructed views of the surrounding ecology.
Carmen Izquierdo,Mariano Tellechea,Adrien Rouchet,Paula Ibiricu
Constructed with a distinctive pentagonal form and sustainably sourced timber, the observatory offers expansive views and serves as a gathering space within Kemeru National Park.
With sunlight filtering through thin windows and verdant garden meeting rooms, this workspace promotes collaboration and well-being through its flexible design and thoughtful use of wooden dividers.
With a conical roof crafted from laminated timber and walls made of recycled concrete incorporating volcanic ash, the facility serves as both a coffee shop and road trip centre, enhancing visitor engagement at the foot of Hverfjall volcano.
The high reflective glass facade mirrors the surrounding Icelandic landscape while dark concrete elements ground the structure, creating a visitor center that invites travelers to experience the breathtaking views of Hverfjall volcano.
A faceted concrete design that harnesses natural light and incorporates local stone creates a multifaceted cultural hub, comprising a cinema, café, and gallery for community engagement.
Crafted with tilted roofs and hybrid beams, the design integrates a historical foundation while promoting community engagement through shared spaces, serving as a functional residence for families.
Repurposed masonry supports a communal building with expansive glazing and a green roof, framing a gathering space for wine enthusiasts in a small village setting.
Utilizing untreated Organoid surfaces and incorporating lotus flower-inspired meditation spaces, the design creates a sensory-rich environment that celebrates traditional tea production while serving as a guest house for visitors.
Built above a tectonic fault, this crossing structure utilizes catenary and truss systems to minimize its footprint while creating engaging spaces for community interaction and exploration.
Crafted with braided steel cables and laminated veneer lumber, this spiral observation tower elevates avian monitoring while seamlessly integrating into the Lake Pape Nature Preserve, offering a unique vantage point for birdwatchers.
Constructed from timber framing and integrated within grassland, the design promotes community interaction around a central hearth, creating a gathering space that invites outdoor engagement in the Great Kemeri Bog Nature Preserve.
Dynamic wells filter natural light into an underground columbarium, enhancing the reflective experience for visitors while offering a serene space for remembrance.
The semi-underground structure, topped with green roofs and designed around a culturally significant sauna, integrates seamlessly into its Latvian landscape while providing a unique residential experience.
Renovated historical structures combine with modern aluminum substructures and cultured stone facades to create a wine guest experience that respects its natural and cultural landscape.
Retaining an existing building, the design blends with the landscape through public terraces that enhance community connectivity, offering a sustainable guesthouse experience.
Situated within a protected natural landscape, the proposal examines ways to guide visitors through the unique ecology of a bog while promoting engagement with the environment. It focuses on creating accessible, functional spaces that facilitate observation, learning, and social interaction.
Elevated on stilts and integrated into a natural landscape of pine trees, the design incorporates a rainwater recovery system, providing a serene space for yoga and meditation.
With a focus on rainwater harvesting and built using wooden pallets and timber cladding, these shelters provide sustainable resting spaces for cyclists along the European Velo Route 6.
Constructed with modular cross-laminated timber panels and green roof systems, the design establishes a contemporary urban hub that supports intergenerational living and promotes social cohesion.
Repurposed oil rigs form the foundation for a resilient water-based community, integrating fish farms and urban agriculture to create a sustainable habitat for future residents.
Valeria Baeza
Mario Arancibia
Felipe Gonzalez
Tomas Zelada
The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.
Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.
The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.
This study examines a multi-volume building designed to connect users with the forest landscape while accommodating communal and educational functions. Architectural strategies in these contexts can balance visual distinction with environmental sensitivity, providing spaces for learning and observation.
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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