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Asymmetrical Timber Retreat with Expansive Glass Facades Overlooking Tranquil Waters
Asymmetrical Timber Retreat with Expansive Glass Facades Overlooking Tranquil Waters
Stella Shin, Timothy Lee, Phillip Becher, Jonathan Chamblee
Constructed with asymmetrical timber elements and expansive glass facades, the residence offers breathtaking views of tranquil waters while seamlessly blending private and communal spaces for modern family living.
lake residence breezeway timber stone contemporary sustainable family private community
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Transforming Urban Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Transforming Urban Living Spaces
Travis Rukamp
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design redefines urban residential spaces through its modular, customizable structure that fosters community interaction and personal expression.
modular housing urban community sustainable customizable interactive flexible residential transformation
Wind-Responsive Cabins Featuring Wire Mesh and Steel Structures for Communal Retreats
Wind-Responsive Cabins Featuring Wire Mesh and Steel Structures for Communal Retreats
Takako Yamauchi, Rika Arai, KEISUKE KOBAYASHI, JIA Lee
Balanced between the ethereal dance of Northern Lights and the gentle sound of wind through wire mesh, these cabins utilize steel and glass to create a harmonious retreat that invites communal interaction with the surrounding Latvian landscape.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Expansive Glass Foster Connection to Nature in Wellness Retreat
Rammed Earth Walls and Expansive Glass Foster Connection to Nature in Wellness Retreat
Jae Min Park, Jason Kim
Rammed earth walls and large glass panels seamlessly intertwine with the forested landscape, creating a serene wellness retreat designed for rejuvenation and connection to nature.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wood Shingles Shape Versatile Urban Living Spaces
Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wood Shingles Shape Versatile Urban Living Spaces
Majda Taletović
With its distinctive use of cross-laminated timber panels and charred wood shingles, the design integrates sustainable materials into a multifunctional urban habitat that fosters community interaction and accessibility.
urban residential commercial sustainable community modular multifunctional contemporary mixed-use local
Terraced Stone Facades with Expansive Glass Openings and Local Wood Accents In A Vineyard Retreat
Terraced Stone Facades with Expansive Glass Openings and Local Wood Accents In A Vineyard Retreat
Jun Shi
Nestled among lush vineyards, the design utilizes terraced stone facades and expansive glass openings accented by local wood, creating a harmonious retreat that invites guests to indulge in the region's wine culture.
italy wine hotel hospitality sustainability vines views landscape local stone
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Light Create Serene Huts for Creative Retreats
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Light Create Serene Huts for Creative Retreats
Rodrigo Gurgel, Maria clara Freire, Vitoria conrado Alexandre, Rita de cassia Pinheiro gurgel
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and designed to harness natural light, the retreat offers a tranquil environment that fosters creativity and reflection for its occupants.
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Restored Stone Structure Incorporating Wood and Glass for a Tranquil Retreat Experience
Restored Stone Structure Incorporating Wood and Glass for a Tranquil Retreat Experience
Razan Ati, Lara Abu Manneh, Hana Al Khairi
A harmonious blend of restored stone and expansive glass elements creates a tranquil retreat that invites meditation and reflection amidst nature's embrace.
meditation retreat barn sustainable nature guesthouse community wellness private sweden
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Redefine Sustainable Living Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Redefine Sustainable Living Space
Lily Simpson
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this sustainable living space harmoniously integrates with its surroundings, promoting both community interaction and environmental responsibility.
residential sustainable community innovation timber flexibility outdoor natural concrete views
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The Architect’s Stair

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Hospice - Home for the Terminally ill
Design a safe and supportive space to those struggling with a terminal illness
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Design a concrete pavilion
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Museum of Emotions
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Museum of Emotions
Use architecture to create different emotional states
Edition #7 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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Denver Affordable Housing Challenge
Design affordable housing for Denver
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The Architect's Chair
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The Architect's Chair

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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

Choose a site—used, abandoned, or forgotten—anywhere in the world, and give it a new purpose
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
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Howard Waterfall Retreat
Design a house near an iconic waterfall in the USA
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Kinderspace
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Kinderspace
Design a kindergarten of tomorrow
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Final registration deadline 24 July 2025
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.
Prize Monetary award
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Final registration deadline 10 September 2025
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