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Charred Wooden Shingles Elevate Viewing Platforms Within Mountainous Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles Elevate Viewing Platforms Within Mountainous Landscape
Kenan Vatrenjak
Employing charred wooden shingles and pre-cast concrete, the design seamlessly blends with the mountainous terrain while offering visitors expansive viewing platforms for immersive engagement with the breathtaking landscape.
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Corten Accents And Reclaimed Brick Create Community-Focused Guest Homes In A Scenic Wine Region
Corten Accents And Reclaimed Brick Create Community-Focused Guest Homes In A Scenic Wine Region
Hajer Kasri
With its distinctive Corten steel accents and thoughtfully repurposed brick, the design encapsulates a modern yet sustainable approach to hospitality, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of a renowned wine region.
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Community recreational space featuring curvilinear pathways and sustainable materials such as cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles
Community recreational space featuring curvilinear pathways and sustainable materials such as cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles
Université laval – École d’architecture (Laurianne Boulanger)
This architectural initiative reimagines urban living by intertwining curvilinear pathways with sustainable elements like cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles, fostering a vibrant community space that connects residents to Milan's waterways.
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A-frame Structure Featuring Local Birch and Passive Glazing Integration for Eco-Friendly Visitor Experience
A-frame Structure Featuring Local Birch and Passive Glazing Integration for Eco-Friendly Visitor Experience
Kade Hern
Utilizing locally sourced birch and a carefully designed A-frame structure, the architectural endeavor harmoniously integrates with the volcanic landscape to provide an educational visitor center and café that promotes sustainability and community engagement.
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Concrete Shells and Warm Timber Interiors in a Volcanic Landscape Visitor Center
Concrete Shells and Warm Timber Interiors in a Volcanic Landscape Visitor Center
Milan Kapetanovic
Set against the backdrop of Hverfjall volcano, the architecturally distinct visitor center showcases concrete shells paired with warm timber interiors, providing a seamless connection to the surrounding landscape while inviting guests to explore the region's geological wonders.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Basalt Forms Creating Sustainable Coffee Stations in a Volcanic Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Basalt Forms Creating Sustainable Coffee Stations in a Volcanic Landscape
Carlos Manns, Jorge Hasbun, Gabriel Castillo
Emphasizing a harmonious blend of charred wooden shingles and locally sourced basalt, the design creates a series of sustainable coffee stations that invite visitors to connect with Iceland's volcanic landscape while enjoying a crafted coffee experience.
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Charred Wooden Shingles And Glass Facades Elevate A Sustainable Coffee Roastery Experience
Charred Wooden Shingles And Glass Facades Elevate A Sustainable Coffee Roastery Experience
Edoardo Daidone
Blending charred wooden shingles with expansive glass facades, this sustainable roastery immerses visitors in nature while offering an interactive coffee experience that celebrates both craftsmanship and community.
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Zinc Composite Facade Harmonizing With Volcanic Landscape In A Community Coffee Shop
Zinc Composite Facade Harmonizing With Volcanic Landscape In A Community Coffee Shop
Hosung Won, Jinho Hong, Jiwon Min, Sungmin Lee
With a zinc composite façade that seamlessly integrates into the rugged terrain of Hverfjall, the coffee shop invites patrons to experience exceptional views while enjoying thoughtfully crafted spaces that celebrate both community and the surrounding volcanic landscape.
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Curvilinear Structure Featuring Dimpled Membrane and Thermal Insulation in a Volcanic Landscape
Curvilinear Structure Featuring Dimpled Membrane and Thermal Insulation in a Volcanic Landscape
권 도혁
Emphasizing a curvilinear form and a dimpled membrane, this unique coffee shop sits at the foot of a volcano, blending seamlessly into the landscape while offering visitors a place to relax and connect with nature.
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Contemplative Space Emphasizing Modular Concrete Blocks and Transparent Facades for Community Engagement
Contemplative Space Emphasizing Modular Concrete Blocks and Transparent Facades for Community Engagement
Mohamed Elkurdi
This architectural endeavor transforms the concept of memorialization into an engaging community space, featuring modular concrete blocks, transparent facades, and interactive storytelling elements that invite personal reflection and collective dialogue.
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Sustainable Timber Structure Featuring Translucent Light Panels with Flexible Living Spaces
Sustainable Timber Structure Featuring Translucent Light Panels with Flexible Living Spaces
Guangzu Wang
Crafted from sustainable timber and enhanced by translucent light panels, this compact residence redefines urban living with its flexible spaces and seamless indoor-outdoor connection.
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Hexagonal Guesthouses Crafted from Natural Stone and Local Timber Embracing Sustainable Practices
Hexagonal Guesthouses Crafted from Natural Stone and Local Timber Embracing Sustainable Practices
Stef Ammerlaan
Crafted with hexagonal forms of natural stone and accented by local timber, these guesthouses are designed to foster community interaction while harmonizing seamlessly with their rural landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Translucent Glass Create Inviting Spaces in a Nature-Integrated Retirement Community
Charred Wooden Shingles and Translucent Glass Create Inviting Spaces in a Nature-Integrated Retirement Community
Martin Borquez, Alexis Alvarado, Felipe Quispe
Nestled amidst a vibrant landscape, the integration of charred wooden shingles and expansive translucent glass creates an inviting atmosphere that fosters community and connection in a thoughtfully designed retirement home.
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Weathering Steel and Tuff Blend Into Volcanic Landscape for a Community Hub
Weathering Steel and Tuff Blend Into Volcanic Landscape for a Community Hub
Orhan Yilmaz, Nagehan Taviloglu, Furkan bora Kilic
Emphasizing its weathering steel facade and locally sourced tuff, the design seamlessly integrates with Hverfell's rugged terrain, creating a community hub that bridges nature and social interaction.
iceland caf exhibition observation nature volcano sustainability courtyard steel tuff
Curved Roof Structure Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Nestled in Icelandic Landscape
Curved Roof Structure Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Nestled in Icelandic Landscape
Lei Jiao, Tim Cheung
Built with cross-laminated timber panels and a gently curved roof that mirrors the surrounding Icelandic landscape, the structure serves as a welcoming café and visitor center for nature enthusiasts exploring Myvatn.
iceland coffee visitor center tourism caf myvatn sustainable local materials nature hiking
Charred Wooden Shingles and Stone Facade Create a Communal Hall for Travelers in Iceland
Charred Wooden Shingles and Stone Facade Create a Communal Hall for Travelers in Iceland
Mohamed Emara
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and locally sourced stone, the hall emerges from the landscape as a modern gathering space for travelers in Iceland, inviting a sense of community and connection amid the stunning natural surroundings.
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Curved Structure of Exposed Concrete and Local Stone Envelops a Scenic Café Along Volcano Trails
Curved Structure of Exposed Concrete and Local Stone Envelops a Scenic Café Along Volcano Trails
Alexander Sárközi, Endre Jovan, Pál Blaubacher, Dávid Lipták
Embodying a graceful curvature of exposed concrete and local stone, the design invites visitors to unwind and connect with nature while enjoying refreshments along the scenic hiking trail to Hverfjall crater.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Timber Columns Create a Contemplative Memorial Space in a Forested Setting
Charred Wooden Shingles and Timber Columns Create a Contemplative Memorial Space in a Forested Setting
Wendy Zhuo
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and elegant timber columns, this forest columbarium invites visitors to engage in reflection and remembrance within a tranquil, nature-infused environment.
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Cantilevered Corten Steel Lookout Crafted from Weather-Resistant Timber Over Volcanic Terrain
Cantilevered Corten Steel Lookout Crafted from Weather-Resistant Timber Over Volcanic Terrain
Ivan Coleiro
Crafted from weather-resistant timber and anchored by cantilevered Corten steel, a serpentine pathway emerges from the volcanic landscape, inviting visitors to explore breathtaking views of Iceland’s dramatic terrain.
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Corten Steel Paths and Va-Crete Trails Enhancing Hiking Through Unique Geological Landscapes
Corten Steel Paths and Va-Crete Trails Enhancing Hiking Through Unique Geological Landscapes
Yujie Tai, Phoebe Kong, Keith Lim, Jie Ying Koh
Crafted from corten steel and va-crete, the pathways weave through Hverfjall's striking geological features, transforming the hiking experience into an engaging journey that invites exploration and connection with the landscape.
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