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Fluted Earth Columns Supporting Curved Concrete Roofs in Sustainable Shelter Design

Vincent Dumay

Fluted earth columns support a curved concrete roof in a sustainable shelter that reimagines the interplay between natural and modern materials for functional space.

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Suspended Structure Incorporating Galvanized Steel and Indoor Gardens for Community Interaction

Suspended Structure Incorporating Galvanized Steel and Indoor Gardens for Community Interaction

Ammer Harb, Zeyad Fayrouz

A suspended structure utilizes galvanized steel and incorporates indoor gardens to create a community hub that fosters interaction and engagement with the surrounding environment.

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Treehousing Through Deconstruction with Community Roots

Treehousing Through Deconstruction with Community Roots

Wolfgang Lackner

By reimagining the use of local trees through careful deconstruction techniques, the design creates adaptable living spaces that foster community connection and ecological awareness.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades in Modular Lodging Amidst Icelandic Landscapes

Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades in Modular Lodging Amidst Icelandic Landscapes

Weiling Sun

Crafted from charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the modular lodging adapts to the Icelandic terrain, providing a unique dwelling experience that emphasizes sustainability and a deep connection to nature.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Foster Resilience in Sustainable Community Design

Styliani Stamou

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and reclaimed timber, the design creates a robust and sustainable community that emphasizes resilience and self-sufficiency in the wake of environmental challenges.

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Recycled Plastic Facade and Fabric Insulation in Sustainable Residential Design

Recycled Plastic Facade and Fabric Insulation in Sustainable Residential Design

Boris Olivier Bouilly

Utilizing a facade of recycled plastic and insulation made from fabric, the design confronts environmental challenges while providing a sustainable residential solution.

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Volcanic Rock and Black Concrete Envelop a Geothermal Wellness Retreat

Volcanic Rock and Black Concrete Envelop a Geothermal Wellness Retreat

Abraham Montoya lopez

Set within a sculpted volcanic crater, black concrete and large glass façades create an immersive wellness experience that harnesses natural geothermal resources for relaxation and rejuvenation.

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Layers of Rammed Earth Forming a Monolithic Connection to Water and Landscape

Maurício Addor neto, Bruno Futema, Gabriel Da silva martinez ribeiro, Breno Quaioti

Rammed earth layers create a monolithic structure that interacts with flowing water and the surrounding landscape, serving as an engaging space for visitors.

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Palm Trunk Housing Modules Foster Community in a Sustainable Oasis

Palm Trunk Housing Modules Foster Community in a Sustainable Oasis

Omar Galal, Mahmoud Amgad, Mostafa Hazem, Ola Maged

Constructed from locally sourced palm trunks, the housing modules offer a sustainable solution for community living in a Saharan oasis, promoting both individuality and cultural continuity.

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Reinforcing Bars and Water Collection in a Tectonic Landscape Observatory

Reinforcing Bars and Water Collection in a Tectonic Landscape Observatory

Zouad Mehdi, Vancoillie Manon

Constructed with reinforcing bars and designed to collect water, the observatory seamlessly integrates into the tectonic landscape, creating a functional space for exploration and engagement in a unique geological context.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels in Adaptive Community Spaces

Martina Cutajar

Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels create a visually engaging facade that blends seamlessly with the local environment while serving as an adaptable co-working space designed for community interaction.

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Weathered Corten Steel and Reflective Water Define a Peace Memorial Park

Francesco Stefanini

Constructed from weathered corten steel and designed with reflective water features, the memorial park serves as a contemplative space fostering community healing and reconciliation.

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Charred Timber Integration with Steel Accents in a Multifunctional Lakefront Spa

Charred Timber Integration with Steel Accents in a Multifunctional Lakefront Spa

Xiaoxiao Pan, Linjun Yu

Charred timber and stainless steel form a striking façade that embraces the surrounding landscape, creating a unique destination for relaxation and cultural engagement centered around brewing and wellness near Mývatn Lake.

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Located in the wetland landscape of Big Slough and Silver Lake, the design offers a vertical exploration of the natural environment through a carefully articulated watchtower structure. The project merges ecological awareness with spatial complexity, creating an architectural framework for observation, movement, and interaction.

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A Geometric Installation for Desert Reflection

Marco Tosone

Set within a remote desert landscape, the installation engages with the surrounding geology through a restrained formal language and material palette. It is conceived as a space for reflection and observation, where geometric structures frame the vastness of the environment.

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A Platform for Observation, Circulation, and Gathering

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Located in a small urban center adjacent to open landscape, the structure supports both elevated viewing and pedestrian circulation across its site. Designed to enhance public engagement, it responds to local context through its spatial configuration and material logic.

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A Guidepost for Community and Contextual Engagement

A Guidepost for Community and Contextual Engagement

Shuyang Fang, Tianjian Cheng

Positioned within the prairie landscape of De Smet, the structure functions as a vertical marker that combines public utility with cultural reference. Its design responds to local narratives and environmental conditions, offering spaces for observation, orientation, and gathering.

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A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

Franco Ghilardi

Wrapped in charred wooden shingles and built from cross-laminated timber, this community spa blends wellness, sustainability, and landscape-driven design in a remote Icelandic setting.

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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

Levi Gauge Pfeil

Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.

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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

Pietro Cipolletta, Marco Caporaletti

Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.

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A Modular System for off-Grid Communal Living

A Modular System for off-Grid Communal Living

Paolo Dolceamore, Omar Cicci, Federico Andrea Iannarone, Matteo Dossetto

Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.