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Textile-Centric Living Space Emphasizing Portable Wooden Structure

Textile-Centric Living Space Emphasizing Portable Wooden Structure

Sevde gül Polat, Püren Bahçivan

Combining a portable wooden structure with textile elements, the design creates an adaptable living space that centers around a communal hearth, emphasizing a connection to nature and shared experiences.

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Geopolymer Monolith Designed for Introspection and Reflection

Alessandro Rigamonti

A circular entrance leads into a geopolymer monolith designed to facilitate introspection, creating an intimate environment that encourages deep personal reflection.

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Weathered Steel and Larch Wood Cabin Set Amidst Reflective Serenity

Weathered Steel and Larch Wood Cabin Set Amidst Reflective Serenity

Joyee Lee

The use of weathered steel and warm larch wood creates a meditative cabin that seamlessly integrates with its forest surroundings, fostering a tranquil space for reflection and contemplation.

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Vantablack Exterior and Red Interior Define a Contemporary Meditation Space

Vantablack Exterior and Red Interior Define a Contemporary Meditation Space

Lei Mao, Zhe Peng, Xiaoju Liao

With a Vantablack exterior that seamlessly merges into the landscape and a rich red interior that draws from Maori cultural significance, this meditation space embodies a thoughtful connection to nature while providing a serene environment for reflection.

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Floating Platform Retreat With Recycled Membrane and Steel Structure

Floating Platform Retreat With Recycled Membrane and Steel Structure

Qin Arguin-laverdiere, Hai-ya Wang, Cheng-yu Wang

A floating platform integrates a steel framework and recycled membrane to create a sustainable retreat in Kep, Cambodia, providing a tranquil space for meditation and connection with nature.

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Geometric Design Highlighting Volcanic Stones at Icelandic Museum

Geometric Design Highlighting Volcanic Stones at Icelandic Museum

Naeun Song, Eunsu Jang, Minseung Choi

Emphasizing fundamental geometric shapes and utilizing volcanic stones, the museum integrates seamlessly with its Icelandic landscape while educating visitors about the region's geological heritage.

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Sunken Cabins of Board-Formed Concrete Emphasizing Introspection and Community Living

Sunken Cabins of Board-Formed Concrete Emphasizing Introspection and Community Living

Amanda Shin, Melissa Shin

Sunken into the earth, the cabins constructed from board-formed concrete create a meditative environment that fosters introspection while building a sense of community among visitors.

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Womb-Like Retreat With Monolithic Walls And Blue Clay Integration

Womb-Like Retreat With Monolithic Walls And Blue Clay Integration

Hon Yen Chong, Chen-Yong Tan

Crafted with monolithic walls and integrated blue clay, the design creates an intimate retreat that emphasizes personal reflection and well-being.

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Burnt Wood Retreat Featuring Insulated Timber and Rainwater Harvesting

Burnt Wood Retreat Featuring Insulated Timber and Rainwater Harvesting

Morgan Baufils

Constructed with a burnt wood envelope and insulated panels, the design incorporates rainwater harvesting systems to create a sustainable retreat dedicated to silent meditation.

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Charred Planks and Local Straw Embrace Dining Within Contrasting Landscapes

Charred Planks and Local Straw Embrace Dining Within Contrasting Landscapes

Ji Zhang, WENJUN DENG

Constructed with charred planks and local straw, the dining space integrates seamlessly with its contrasting green and black landscapes, creating a unique environment that bridges the relationship between food production and culinary enjoyment.

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Pine Wood Shelter Featuring Rainwater Collection in Natural Landscape

Pine Wood Shelter Featuring Rainwater Collection in Natural Landscape

Diogo Sanches

A rainwater collection system complements the pine wood structure of this compact shelter, seamlessly integrating with its natural surroundings to create a dedicated space for meditation and reflection.

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Hydrophilic Facades Transforming Desert Landscapes into Vibrant Ecosystems

Yoonhae Choi, Donghoon Seo

Hydrophilic facades capture moisture to transform arid landscapes into thriving ecosystems, offering a sustainable living environment for urban inhabitants.

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Cork-Insulated Retreat With Green Roofs Emphasizing Modular Design

Cork-Insulated Retreat With Green Roofs Emphasizing Modular Design

M Lema barros, C Castelo Branco

Constructed using natural cork and chestnut wood, this eco/yoga retreat features a modular design with a green roof and advanced rainwater management systems, promoting sustainability within its serene setting.

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Eroded Masses of Solid Wood and Animal Skins for Meditative Living

Eroded Masses of Solid Wood and Animal Skins for Meditative Living

Antoine Michel, Leanne Bolduc, Francis Lavoie, Philippe Champagne

Eroded masses crafted from solid wood and adorned with animal skins create a meditative environment that seamlessly blends with the natural landscape.

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Transparent Roof and Jalousie Windows Enhancing Visitor Experience in a Natural Landscape

Transparent Roof and Jalousie Windows Enhancing Visitor Experience in a Natural Landscape

Mariana Steiner Gusmão, André Bihuna d'Oliveira

A transparent roof integrates seamlessly with jalousie windows, allowing natural light and views to enhance the visitor experience in the center dedicated to exploring the unique ecosystem of Kemeri Bog.

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Natural Stone and Earth Construction Forming Circular Communal Spaces

Natural Stone and Earth Construction Forming Circular Communal Spaces

Hanato Fukumoto

Constructed with local stone and earth, the design creates circular communal spaces that harmonize with the natural landscape while fostering sustainable living.

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The project proposes a multifunctional hub designed to reflect the dynamic intersection of fashion and architecture. It prioritizes spatial versatility, offering a layout that supports both focused work and collaborative creativity.

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Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Sustainable Senior Housing with Shared Agriculture

Ahmed Elmaghraby

Developed as a progressive alternative to conventional aged care facilities, the project redefines residential environments for seniors by promoting active lifestyles, social connectivity, and a strong sense of purpose.

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Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Nicholas Harald Hartman

Located in Dubai, ONE explores modular residential design as a strategy for flexible, community-oriented urban living. The project integrates public and private spaces with sustainable systems and material choices, responding to both environmental conditions and social needs.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Fatima Jalali, Barbod Alimohamadi, Razieh Zirrahi, Ali Jafari

The article presents a contemporary architectural design situated in a distinct environmental and cultural context. Emphasizing spatial efficiency, material consciousness, and environmental integration, the project explores how architecture can respond to both functional requirements and local conditions.

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Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

Brandon Bergem

Translucent polycarbonate and timber are employed to construct communal areas that encourage interaction and contemplation within the prairie environment.

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A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

Lisa-marie Mélodie Deransy

The design responds to the challenges of an arid environment by integrating built elements with the natural landscape to support recreational and community activities. Emphasizing sustainability and environmental stewardship, the project seeks to enhance user experience through thoughtful spatial organization and material selection.

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A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

Manuel Villalain Gonzalez, Pedro Xavier Martins Silva, Hazem Elshafei, Hazem Mosad Mohamed

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and compressed earth blocks, the design fosters a central courtyard that enhances environmental comfort while providing a flexible living space suited for modern families.

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Search results for: “Primitive”

16 projects found:

Textile-Centric Living Space Emphasizing Portable Wooden Structure

Geopolymer Monolith Designed for Introspection and Reflection

Weathered Steel and Larch Wood Cabin Set Amidst Reflective Serenity

Vantablack Exterior and Red Interior Define a Contemporary Meditation Space

Floating Platform Retreat With Recycled Membrane and Steel Structure

Geometric Design Highlighting Volcanic Stones at Icelandic Museum

Sunken Cabins of Board-Formed Concrete Emphasizing Introspection and Community Living

Womb-Like Retreat With Monolithic Walls And Blue Clay Integration

Burnt Wood Retreat Featuring Insulated Timber and Rainwater Harvesting

Charred Planks and Local Straw Embrace Dining Within Contrasting Landscapes

Pine Wood Shelter Featuring Rainwater Collection in Natural Landscape

Hydrophilic Facades Transforming Desert Landscapes into Vibrant Ecosystems

Cork-Insulated Retreat With Green Roofs Emphasizing Modular Design

Eroded Masses of Solid Wood and Animal Skins for Meditative Living

Transparent Roof and Jalousie Windows Enhancing Visitor Experience in a Natural Landscape

Natural Stone and Earth Construction Forming Circular Communal Spaces

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Recreational Design Emphasizing Ecological Sensitivity

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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