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Interior Garden Highlighted in Cross-Laminated Timber Microhome

Primesa Arapi, Idila Shporta

An interior garden integrates seamlessly within a microhome constructed from cross-laminated timber, demonstrating efficient use of space while providing a sustainable living environment.

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Rainwater Collecting Coffee Shop with Folded Roof and Reinforced Concrete Walls

Rainwater Collecting Coffee Shop with Folded Roof and Reinforced Concrete Walls

Takeru Osato, Yuka Kobayashi

With a folded roof designed for rainwater collection and reinforced concrete walls for stability, the coffee shop seamlessly integrates traditional Icelandic architectural elements while providing a sustainable space for community interaction.

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Wooden Walkway Above a Continental Crevice with Pitched Roof

Wooden Walkway Above a Continental Crevice with Pitched Roof

Moritz Aichriedler, Christian Keuschnig, Theresa Mitterdorfer, Stefan Urban

A wooden walkway hovers above a continental crevice, complemented by a pitched roof that integrates with the sloping landscape while providing essential access to adjacent caves.

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Rotating Glass Box With Multifunctional Column for Compact Living

Megan Blaine, Selena Huang

A rotating glass box supported by a multifunctional column optimizes views and natural ventilation in a small footprint, serving as a versatile living space that adapts to its surroundings.

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Textured Plaster and Timber Slats in a Valley Community Space

Textured Plaster and Timber Slats in a Valley Community Space

Oskar Kamecki

With a façade of textured plaster and thin timber slats, the design harmonizes with its valley setting while providing essential community space for interaction and sustainability.

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Living Walls and Water Core Define Sustainable Microhome Design

Carolina De oliveira

Incorporating living walls and a central water core, this microhome emphasizes sustainability through innovative design while providing an efficient living space.

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Charred Wood Facade and Triple-Glazed Windows in Compact Urban Home

Charred Wood Facade and Triple-Glazed Windows in Compact Urban Home

Natascha Fischer

With a charred wood facade and triple-glazed windows, this compact urban home integrates sustainable features such as solar panels and rainwater collection, offering a functional living space in a limited footprint.

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Rainwater Collection and Brick Walls in Sustainable Guest Pavilions

Rainwater Collection and Brick Walls in Sustainable Guest Pavilions

Juan Castañeda

With roofs designed for rainwater collection and brick walls that connect to local heritage, the guest pavilions seamlessly integrate sustainable practices into the experience of winemaking in Italy’s countryside.

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Rainwater Harvesting Roof with Glulam Structure in Volcanic Landscape Café

Rainwater Harvesting Roof with Glulam Structure in Volcanic Landscape Café

Krzysztof Plonski, Roman Dywojna, Mikolaj Plonczynski, Kamil Bronowicki

The sloped roof designed for rainwater harvesting, constructed from glulam, reflects the volcanic landscape while providing a functional café for travelers to enjoy local views and refreshments.

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Sensory Gardens and Smart Glass in an Accessible Residential Home

Arton Qorri

With its innovative use of smart glass and thoughtfully designed sensory gardens, the residence creates an accessible living space that enhances the outdoor experience for visually impaired residents.

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Rainwater Collection and Sustainable Green Spaces with Aquaponics

Yi-ting Tsai

Incorporating a closed-loop water cycle and aquaponics, the design optimizes rainwater collection while fostering sustainable agriculture, serving as a functional and ecological community space.

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Piano-Inspired Living with Natural Wood and Glass Elements

Maria fernanda Pervan

Drawing inspiration from the keys of a piano, the design integrates natural wood and glass elements to create a harmonious living space that fosters interaction and connection with the surrounding environment.

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Mushroom Insulation and Recycled Pallets Elevate Urban Microhousing

Hoyeon Hwang

Recycled pallets and mushroom insulation merge to create an ecological microhousing solution on the roof of a Parisian parking garage, promoting sustainability and community living in an urban setting.

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Elevated Cube With Engineered Bamboo and Vertical Farming Solutions

Djordje Radovic, Luka Papan

Elevated above the ground, this compact microhome showcases engineered bamboo and a vertical farming system, creating a self-sufficient living space that seamlessly integrates with nature.

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Harnessing Wind Energy Through a Timber Frame Micro Home

Danica Petrović, Relja Petrović

A wind tunnel optimized for energy generation complements a timber-framed micro home designed for sustainable living and efficient use of space.

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Triple-Glazed Micro House with Integrated Green Roof and Glulam Structure

Triple-Glazed Micro House with Integrated Green Roof and Glulam Structure

Blagica Maneva, Goran Saveski

Elevated above the ground, this micro house utilizes triple-glazed glass and a glulam structure while integrating a green roof, offering a sustainable living solution in an urban environment.

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Wind Towers and Natural Clay Walls in a Sustainable Residential Design

Wind Towers and Natural Clay Walls in a Sustainable Residential Design

Raquel Santos, Genilson Abreu, Edigio Da Fonseca

Leveraging traditional wind towers and natural clay walls, this sustainable residence integrates advanced ventilation and energy-efficient systems to create an environmentally responsive home.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Geometric Forms Defining a Lakeside Creative Retreat

Charred Wooden Shingles and Geometric Forms Defining a Lakeside Creative Retreat

Hossein Riahi, Aida Faghir

The use of charred wooden shingles and modular geometric forms creates a distinctive lakeside environment designed to inspire creativity and collaboration among artists.

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Circular Amphitheater Framed by Glulam Wood in a Volcanic Landscape

Circular Amphitheater Framed by Glulam Wood in a Volcanic Landscape

Cesar fernando Flores cuellar, Victor imre Ebergenyi kelly, Shary Ramirez montero, Valentina Bellego barrera

A circular amphitheater, framed by Glulam wood and integrated into the volcanic landscape, provides a community space for visitors to relax and learn about the surrounding environment.

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Terracotta Facade with Efficient Rainwater Collection for Compact Living

Jihyo Kim, Halim Cha

The rainwater collection system combined with a terracotta facade enhances both sustainability and aesthetics in a compact living space designed for urban residents.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

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Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

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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

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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 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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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 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: “Rainwater collection”

858 projects found:

Interior Garden Highlighted in Cross-Laminated Timber Microhome

Rainwater Collecting Coffee Shop with Folded Roof and Reinforced Concrete Walls

Wooden Walkway Above a Continental Crevice with Pitched Roof

Rotating Glass Box With Multifunctional Column for Compact Living

Textured Plaster and Timber Slats in a Valley Community Space

Living Walls and Water Core Define Sustainable Microhome Design

Charred Wood Facade and Triple-Glazed Windows in Compact Urban Home

Rainwater Collection and Brick Walls in Sustainable Guest Pavilions

Rainwater Harvesting Roof with Glulam Structure in Volcanic Landscape Café

Sensory Gardens and Smart Glass in an Accessible Residential Home

Rainwater Collection and Sustainable Green Spaces with Aquaponics

Piano-Inspired Living with Natural Wood and Glass Elements

Mushroom Insulation and Recycled Pallets Elevate Urban Microhousing

Elevated Cube With Engineered Bamboo and Vertical Farming Solutions

Harnessing Wind Energy Through a Timber Frame Micro Home

Triple-Glazed Micro House with Integrated Green Roof and Glulam Structure

Wind Towers and Natural Clay Walls in a Sustainable Residential Design

Charred Wooden Shingles and Geometric Forms Defining a Lakeside Creative Retreat

Circular Amphitheater Framed by Glulam Wood in a Volcanic Landscape

Terracotta Facade with Efficient Rainwater Collection for Compact Living

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

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

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

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Courtyard-Centric Residence with Vernacular Design Approach

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