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Affordable Microhomes with Public Balconies in Central Urban Locations

Esther Sperber, Audrey Chan, Kellen Thayer

With a focus on modular microhomes designed for energy efficiency and community interaction, this initiative transforms unused residential spaces in Central urban locations into affordable housing options for essential workers.

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Community Spaces Enhanced by Local Materials and Acoustic Buffering

Community Spaces Enhanced by Local Materials and Acoustic Buffering

Ignacio Segura lucas, Javier Hernández Leiva

Local materials and an acoustic buffer create harmonious integration between community spaces and nature, supporting diverse activities while fostering a vibrant living environment.

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Steel Structures and Green Spaces Reconnecting Milan's Historic Canals

Steel Structures and Green Spaces Reconnecting Milan's Historic Canals

Maurizio Monti

The integration of steel structures with expansive green spaces revitalizes Milan's historic canals, enhancing accessibility and community interaction while preserving the area's cultural heritage.

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Geothermal Retreat Framed by Cross-Laminated Timber and Plywood in Volcanic Landscape

Geothermal Retreat Framed by Cross-Laminated Timber and Plywood in Volcanic Landscape

Florencia Alleges, Agustín Fernández

Framed by cross-laminated timber and plywood, the design harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while incorporating geothermal heating to serve as a visitor center that fosters connection with nature.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Landscapes Creating Vibrant Public Spaces

Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Landscapes Creating Vibrant Public Spaces

Olga Rolff

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and a carefully curated landscape, the design revitalizes the urban canal area in Milan, creating engaging public spaces that foster community interaction and well-being.

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Greenery-Focused Skyscrapers Enhancing Urban Biodiversity Through Natural Elements

Greenery-Focused Skyscrapers Enhancing Urban Biodiversity Through Natural Elements

Victor Bilous

Skyscrapers integrated with extensive greenery enhance urban biodiversity while providing residential spaces that foster community interaction.

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Gabien Walls and Coated Rebar Create Inviting Visitor Experience Amidst Dramatic Landscapes

Gabien Walls and Coated Rebar Create Inviting Visitor Experience Amidst Dramatic Landscapes

Jeffrey Wigen, Lauren Mcphillips

Gabien walls and coated rebar define a network of pathways and observation points that enhance visitor engagement in a dramatic landscape, offering a new space for exploration and relaxation.

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Timber Frames and Green Spaces Shaping Community Living

Germo Ausin, Louise Hedberg, Sanna Funck, Emaelaf Tebikew Yalew

Lightweight timber frames and transparent glass create a porous structure that integrates green open spaces, promoting community interaction and addressing the housing needs through flexible co-living solutions.

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Basalt Stone and Exposed Concrete Visitor Center Embracing Geological Formations

Basalt Stone and Exposed Concrete Visitor Center Embracing Geological Formations

Frederik Cuyvers

Emerging from the Icelandic landscape, the visitor center utilizes reinforced concrete and basalt stone to reflect the geological features of its surroundings while providing direct access to the nearby lava cave.

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Tectonic Encounters in a Truncated Pyramid Observation Point

Tectonic Encounters in a Truncated Pyramid Observation Point

Любовь Кравец

Combining a truncated pyramid form with the unique geological context of the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates, the structure serves as a visitor center and observation point, allowing guests to engage with the striking Icelandic landscape.

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Community Hub Integrated with High-Altitude Gardens Overlooking the Harbour

Hanna klang Coady, Ida Lindberg

High-altitude gardens provide a unique residential experience overlooking the harbour while integrating vibrant public spaces and local business opportunities within the community hub.

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Cylindrical Retreat Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles for Wine Experiences

Cylindrical Retreat Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles for Wine Experiences

Samuele Barandoni

Cylindrical guest houses constructed with cross-laminated timber and charred shingles create a unique sensory experience within Italy's viticultural landscape, providing an innovative space for wine tasting and culinary exploration.

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Revitalizing Canals with Sustainable Flow and Integrated Public Spaces

Revitalizing Canals with Sustainable Flow and Integrated Public Spaces

Ryo Murata, Tomoka Ban, Maya Fransisca, Kate Almero

The transformation of Milan's Navigli canals incorporates sustainable practices and public spaces, creating a dynamic hub that enhances community interaction through the integration of fashion and culture.

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Water-Driven Urban Ecology with Biofiltration and Wetland Integration

Water-Driven Urban Ecology with Biofiltration and Wetland Integration

Talitha febriani Soeseno, Nilaye Bhatnagar

Utilizing advanced biofiltration systems and integrating wetland parks, the design enhances urban resilience while addressing the pressing need for cooling solutions in public spaces.

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Green Roofs and Ventilated Facades in a Cohousing Community

Fuad Vllasaliu

Integrating green roofs and ventilated facades, the design offers flexible living spaces within a cohousing community that prioritizes sustainability and social interaction.

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Circular Building Offering Panoramic Views Amidst Tiered Terraces

Circular Building Offering Panoramic Views Amidst Tiered Terraces

Jerome Lecat

A circular building designed for panoramic views is complemented by tiered terraces that harmonize with the landscape, creating a distinctive hospitality venue that immerses guests in the vineyard experience.

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Celosia Facades Framing Vineyard Views in a Harmonious Retreat

Celosia Facades Framing Vineyard Views in a Harmonious Retreat

Steven Anton

Celosia facades create dynamic visual patterns while framing expansive vineyard views in a facility that blends hospitality, wellness, and conference spaces.

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Cross-Laminated Timber Community with Interstitial Public Spaces

Purvangi Patel, Lukas Chan, Curtis Harrison

With cross-laminated timber forming its core structure, the design seamlessly incorporates interstitial public spaces to cultivate community interaction while addressing housing needs through adaptable residential units.

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Perforated Metal Facade and Asymmetrical Balance in Community-Centric Urban Living

Arwa Atwa

The double-facade system of perforated metal skin enhances thermal performance while creating a visually dynamic urban hub that fosters community interaction and sustainable living.

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Vertical Farming and Shipping Containers Shaping Community Living in San Francisco

Vertical Farming and Shipping Containers Shaping Community Living in San Francisco

Cuneyt Dari, Ekaterina Teksez, Amir Vajdnia, Seher Kulac

Equipped with a vertical farming system and constructed from shipping containers, the design fosters community living in San Francisco while addressing sustainability and food security.

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Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Shih-Hui Teng, Min Li, Shen Tzu Chen, Nien Chen Lu

Utilizing hollow brick construction and modular design, this sustainable residential initiative captures wind and solar energy to create adaptable living spaces for families in Dubai's arid climate.

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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

Anique Azhar Shore, Ahad Ayaz

The residence uses local earth cladding and a ventilated mesh screen to improve thermal efficiency and create a family-friendly living space.

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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Mason Miles

An elevated timber structure in the marshlands of South Dakota functions as a community center, incorporating natural illumination and a glazed corridor to facilitate education and public interaction.

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A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

Beomsoo Kim

Situated in a remote and challenging landscape, the design explores the relationship between humanity, nature, and time through a combined memorial and educational facility. The structure addresses themes of memory, ecological responsibility, and philosophical inquiry within a carefully considered architectural framework.

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A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

Kristina Klimova

A sustainable community center integrates conventional clay brick construction with modular solar shading elements, promoting social engagement and contemporary environmental practices.

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

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The Spiraling Observation Tower

Karolina Domanska

The design responds to the need for enhanced interaction between visitors and the surrounding natural environment by providing elevated observation points within a wetland setting. It integrates with the existing trail system to support wildlife viewing and outdoor recreation.

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A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

Sadyr Khabukhayev, Raikhan Seilova

Located within a uniform residential landscape in the United Arab Emirates, the design introduces a contemporary response to the region’s repetitive built environment. It proposes a modular residential typology that accommodates changing household needs while engaging with its environmental and social context.

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An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

Menno Joop Johan Smit

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.

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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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Search results for: “Public spaces”

755 projects found:

Affordable Microhomes with Public Balconies in Central Urban Locations

Community Spaces Enhanced by Local Materials and Acoustic Buffering

Steel Structures and Green Spaces Reconnecting Milan's Historic Canals

Geothermal Retreat Framed by Cross-Laminated Timber and Plywood in Volcanic Landscape

Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Landscapes Creating Vibrant Public Spaces

Greenery-Focused Skyscrapers Enhancing Urban Biodiversity Through Natural Elements

Gabien Walls and Coated Rebar Create Inviting Visitor Experience Amidst Dramatic Landscapes

Timber Frames and Green Spaces Shaping Community Living

Basalt Stone and Exposed Concrete Visitor Center Embracing Geological Formations

Tectonic Encounters in a Truncated Pyramid Observation Point

Community Hub Integrated with High-Altitude Gardens Overlooking the Harbour

Cylindrical Retreat Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles for Wine Experiences

Revitalizing Canals with Sustainable Flow and Integrated Public Spaces

Water-Driven Urban Ecology with Biofiltration and Wetland Integration

Green Roofs and Ventilated Facades in a Cohousing Community

Circular Building Offering Panoramic Views Amidst Tiered Terraces

Celosia Facades Framing Vineyard Views in a Harmonious Retreat

Cross-Laminated Timber Community with Interstitial Public Spaces

Perforated Metal Facade and Asymmetrical Balance in Community-Centric Urban Living

Vertical Farming and Shipping Containers Shaping Community Living in San Francisco

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A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

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

The Spiraling Observation Tower

A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

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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