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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roof Integration in Hub for Diverse Living Choices
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roof Integration in Hub for Diverse Living Choices
James Apple
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and green roofs, the development creates a sustainable living environment that accommodates a diverse range of families in the heart of Melbourne.
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Public Library Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Architected for Community Engagement
Public Library Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Architected for Community Engagement
Tony Saghafi, Eric Gross
This innovative public library utilizes cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles within a flexible modular design to create vibrant reading spaces that seamlessly integrate into urban environments while promoting community interaction.
library modular community urban reading sustainable public space flexible innovative outdoor
Sunken Plaza of Reinforced Concrete and Natural Wood Elements Creating a Space for Reflection and Learning
Sunken Plaza of Reinforced Concrete and Natural Wood Elements Creating a Space for Reflection and Learning
guoyu liu, junya huang, yubing chen
A distinctive sunken plaza crafted from reinforced concrete and accented with natural wood elements creates a reflective environment for education and community engagement in the heart of Casablanca.
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Rubble Facade Enveloping Flexible Public Space in a Community Library
Rubble Facade Enveloping Flexible Public Space in a Community Library
DANIELE PIERALLI
Characterized by a rugged rubble facade that weaves together the past and present, this community library serves as an inviting hub for reflection, learning, and cultural exchange in the heart of Casablanca.
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Waterfall Integration and Islamic Patterns in a Contemporary Public Library
Waterfall Integration and Islamic Patterns in a Contemporary Public Library
Bas Muilwijk, Gianmarco Colaiori
With a cascading waterfall flowing through its heart and intricate Islamic patterns adorning its façade, the library stands as a contemporary monument of memory, inviting the community to engage with literature and history in a reflective setting.
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Hydraulic Bookshelves and Glass Facade Elevate Public Library Experience in Mexico
Hydraulic Bookshelves and Glass Facade Elevate Public Library Experience in Mexico
Amged Hassan, Mohammad Brekaa, Hana Azmi, Mohammad Sherif
With dynamic hydraulic bookshelves that adjust to user needs and a transparent glass facade that invites natural light, the public library serves as a vibrant community hub in Mexico, promoting learning and social interaction.
library community learning education public social innovation knowledge mexico interaction
Spiral Staircase of Glass and Concrete Within a Sustainable Library Setting
Spiral Staircase of Glass and Concrete Within a Sustainable Library Setting
Mattias Nyman, Anna Pietilä
A spiral staircase crafted from steel ascends through a light-filled space adorned with expansive glass panels and a sustainable roof, creating an inviting environment for communal learning and engagement in the new public library.
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Wedge-Shaped Structure Crafted From Laminated Red Oak and Translucent Coroplast for Community Engagement
Wedge-Shaped Structure Crafted From Laminated Red Oak and Translucent Coroplast for Community Engagement
Carl Dennis
Crafted from thermally bent laminated red oak and enveloped in translucent Coroplast, the wedge-shaped structure invites urban dwellers to engage in a unique literary exchange while fostering community connections through shared reading experiences.
literature community exchange urban reading library north america public space interaction
Canopy Structure Crafted from Charred Wooden Shingles Integrating Nature and Learning
Canopy Structure Crafted from Charred Wooden Shingles Integrating Nature and Learning
Parikshit Wadhwa, Harshit Gambhir, Ishita Gulati, Prakhar Soam
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and a spiral canopy that evokes the grandeur of nature, the design offers a tranquil space for community learning and engagement.
library public nature community learning modern flexible sustainability wood interactive
Green Roof Integration With Transparent Glass Façade in Community-Centered Spaces
Green Roof Integration With Transparent Glass Façade in Community-Centered Spaces
Mathias Klogborg
A lush green roof seamlessly merges with a transparent glass façade, creating inviting communal spaces designed to foster connection and engagement within the community.
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Jali-Lattice Facade and Skylit Spaces in a Community Library Constructed with Concrete and Glass
Jali-Lattice Facade and Skylit Spaces in a Community Library Constructed with Concrete and Glass
PRABHNOOR SINGH
With a captivating jali-lattice façade that allows for natural ventilation and an abundance of daylight, the library redefines community engagement through its innovative use of concrete and glass, serving as a dynamic hub for learning and cultural activities.
library community public exhibition education reading cultural space concrete glass
Perforated Steel Facade and Exposed Concrete Create a Reflective Community Space
Perforated Steel Facade and Exposed Concrete Create a Reflective Community Space
Eduardo Estrada, Dayann Calderon, Maria Fernanda Pacheco
The interplay of a perforated steel facade and a sunken plaza provides an inviting communal space, seamlessly blending education and remembrance in a resilient urban environment.
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Public library featuring a tessellated roof and a blend of glass and steel elements for community engagement
Public library featuring a tessellated roof and a blend of glass and steel elements for community engagement
Jankin Davies Go, Jankin Davies Go, Francis Ian Malone, Steven Adrianne Chua, Angeleen Adaptar
This public library seamlessly integrates a tessellated roof design with a transparent glass façade and robust steel columns, creating a vibrant hub for community interaction and learning within an urban setting.
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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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