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Reflective Water and Subterranean Niches in a Contemplative Memorial Space

Reflective Water and Subterranean Niches in a Contemplative Memorial Space

Thomas Gomez ospina, Patryk Banel, Florencio IV Tameta, Kristen Sarmiento

A series of sculptural towers create an abstract forest while a subterranean cave with reflective water invites contemplation, serving as a memorial space that embodies Latvian beliefs about life and death.

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Stone Memorial Reflecting Individuality and Community Connection

Stone Memorial Reflecting Individuality and Community Connection

Rania Hijab

Anchored in stone, the design serves as a memorial that emphasizes individuality and community connection, facilitating reflection and remembrance through its thoughtful layout and materiality.

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Sound Immersion in Impregnated Wood Cabins for Meditation

Sound Immersion in Impregnated Wood Cabins for Meditation

Evelina Leisyte, Inga Lapinskiene, Simona Pielikyte

Inspired by the auditory experience of an old gramophone, the design utilizes impregnated wood siding in small cabins that offer a private setting for meditation while immersing occupants in the surrounding natural landscape.

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Desert Garden Memorial Capturing Migration Narratives

William Kirsch, Keenan Bellisari

Located within the challenging environment of Arizona's Ironwood Forest National Monument, the memorial utilizes simple forms to foster reflection on the narratives of migration, offering visitors a contemplative space that acknowledges loss and resilience.

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Prismatic Structure with Sunken Spaces and Green Roof

Prismatic Structure with Sunken Spaces and Green Roof

Jacqueline Borland

The play of light in the angled prisms and natural green roof defines a structure that immerses visitors in the surrounding landscape while providing spaces for communal gathering and quiet reflection.

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Reflective Water Journey Within Metal Structures

Melekber Susesi

A central water feature reflects moonlight beneath load-bearing metal structures, creating an immersive pilgrimage through a labyrinth dedicated to exploring the complex narratives of witchcraft.

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Skylight Connection in a Space for Reflection and Education

Yoon hae Choi, Jin gyung Choi

A skylight draws the eye to the underground space that intimately connects personal testimonials and immersive installations, creating a reflective environment dedicated to educating visitors about the historical experiences of Comfort women.

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Exploring Historical Trauma Through Black Gallows and Disintegrating Forms

Yiping Zhang, Yukun Wu

The black gallows, envisioned as symbols of historical trauma, transform into forms of disintegration that challenge societal perceptions of violence while serving as a reflective space for contemplation and understanding.

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Reflecting Loss Through Sand and Wireframe in an Intimate Memorial Space

Florent Goy, Tarik Elmansouri, Anna Marin, Yann Mazimann

A central wireframe mast rises above a circular room filled with sand, symbolizing the passage of time and facilitating personal reflection in a memorial honoring young soldiers lost in demining efforts.

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Circular Space of Reflection with Stone and Wood Niches

Circular Space of Reflection with Stone and Wood Niches

Akkarawin Valinluck, Pimchid Chariyacharoen

A circular inner court illuminated by natural light interacts with stone walls and wooden niches, creating a reflective memorial space that connects the living with the deceased.

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Reflective Cube with Inscribed Stones in a Contemplative Landscape

Reflective Cube with Inscribed Stones in a Contemplative Landscape

Diem Nguyen, Sebastian Hicks, Tul Srisompun, Phan Do

The interplay of a reflective cube and inscribed stones creates a contemplative space, seamlessly guiding visitors through a pathway of remembrance toward the columbarium.

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Sustainable Columbarium Surrounded by Greenery and Wildflowers

Sustainable Columbarium Surrounded by Greenery and Wildflowers

W. jude Leblanc

Nestled among wildflowers and designed as a contemplative labyrinth, the columbarium showcases a seamless integration of local stone and concrete, offering a peaceful memorial space that encourages personal reflection and remembrance.

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Reflections Over Water in a Thatch and Timber Observation Space

Reflections Over Water in a Thatch and Timber Observation Space

Sarah Cochrane, Jilea Aman, Vince Buendicho

A thatch and Siberian Larch structure rises above the water, inviting visitors to engage with nature through reflection pods and observation spaces designed for contemplation and community interaction.

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Reflective Memorial of Square Stone Surrounded by Garden Maze

Rebecca Krinke

A reflective memorial composed of square stone sits at the entrance of a garden maze, leading visitors through a narrative exploration of history and self-discovery in a space dedicated to remembrance and education.

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Nurturing Creativity Through Artist Residences and Intimate Spaces

Nurturing Creativity Through Artist Residences and Intimate Spaces

Rosalía peiro 51138120n

Artist residences and thoughtfully designed hotel rooms create a nurturing atmosphere for creativity and reflection, seamlessly integrating communal and private spaces within a structured pathway system.

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Reflections on Historical Conflict in Alien Structures

Salma Khatab, Karim Ahmed, Omar Zahra

Evolving from an AI-induced disruption, a memorial arises from alien structures to provide a reflective space on historical conflict and the resilience of human society.

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Water Feature and Dark Wood Embrace in a Private Meditation Space

Luis Daniel garcia

A soft water feature encircles a cabin constructed with dark wood, creating a tranquil environment designed for private meditation and reflection.

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Serene Retreat with Varied Light and Introspective Spaces

Clodie Thibaudeau

Elevated by its unique interplay of natural light and darker, introspective spaces, the design creates a tranquil sanctuary for meditation amid the urban landscape of Tokyo.

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Volcano Exhibit with AAC and Aluminum in a Nature-Inspired Visitor Center

Volcano Exhibit with AAC and Aluminum in a Nature-Inspired Visitor Center

Zahra Ali-shapiro

The Volcano Exhibit rises within a two-story tower constructed with AAC and aluminum, offering visitors a space for reflection and engagement with the surrounding Icelandic landscape.

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Weathering Concrete Columns with Reflective Mirrored Surfaces for Contemplation

Weathering Concrete Columns with Reflective Mirrored Surfaces for Contemplation

Barsha Pradhan

Vertical concrete columns, weathered by time and interspersed with reflective surfaces, create a contemplative environment that guides visitors through a natural landscape designed for reflection on life and death.

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RINGED SANCTUARY FOR WELLNESS AND REST

Ana-maria Lenghen, Razvan ioan Muntean, Silviu ioan Popa

House Fo(u)r Innerlight(s) is a yoga retreat designed to foster mindfulness and community within a natural forest setting in Latvia. The project emphasizes a circular spatial organization that integrates indoor and outdoor environments while supporting both collective activities and individual reflection.

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A Lightweight Forest Dwelling with Integrated Water Systems

A Lightweight Forest Dwelling with Integrated Water Systems

Austin Autrey

Integrating fog harvesting technology with locally sourced spruce plywood, this elevated residence offers a unique approach to sustainability while providing functional living spaces within a serene forest setting.

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MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION

MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION

Elan Jordan Ergas Lenett Sigrid Anna Joubert

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 RESIDENTIAL ENSEMBLE WITH COURTYARDS AND MAYADEEN

A RESIDENTIAL ENSEMBLE WITH COURTYARDS AND MAYADEEN

Balint Iszak, Csenge Gyorgyi

Set within a contemporary residential context in the United Arab Emirates, the design explores the relationship between traditional urban forms and present-day living requirements. It emphasizes community interaction, environmental responsiveness, and adaptability, responding to both cultural and climatic conditions.

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A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING

A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING

Paula Soler Soler, Marta Woodward Moncho

Designed for a residential setting in Dubai, the architecture responds to the demands of desert living through passive strategies, adaptable spatial planning, and material efficiency. The layout emphasizes a balance between privacy and communal life, with a focus on outdoor integration.

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A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

Hadi Koohihabibi, Pariya Shahbazi, Parsa Kavosi, Kimia Salimzadeh

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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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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Search results for: “Reflection”

3385 projects found:

Reflective Water and Subterranean Niches in a Contemplative Memorial Space

Stone Memorial Reflecting Individuality and Community Connection

Sound Immersion in Impregnated Wood Cabins for Meditation

Desert Garden Memorial Capturing Migration Narratives

Prismatic Structure with Sunken Spaces and Green Roof

Reflective Water Journey Within Metal Structures

Skylight Connection in a Space for Reflection and Education

Exploring Historical Trauma Through Black Gallows and Disintegrating Forms

Reflecting Loss Through Sand and Wireframe in an Intimate Memorial Space

Circular Space of Reflection with Stone and Wood Niches

Reflective Cube with Inscribed Stones in a Contemplative Landscape

Sustainable Columbarium Surrounded by Greenery and Wildflowers

Reflections Over Water in a Thatch and Timber Observation Space

Reflective Memorial of Square Stone Surrounded by Garden Maze

Nurturing Creativity Through Artist Residences and Intimate Spaces

Reflections on Historical Conflict in Alien Structures

Water Feature and Dark Wood Embrace in a Private Meditation Space

Serene Retreat with Varied Light and Introspective Spaces

Volcano Exhibit with AAC and Aluminum in a Nature-Inspired Visitor Center

Weathering Concrete Columns with Reflective Mirrored Surfaces for Contemplation

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RINGED SANCTUARY FOR WELLNESS AND REST

A Lightweight Forest Dwelling with Integrated Water Systems

MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION

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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

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A RESIDENTIAL ENSEMBLE WITH COURTYARDS AND MAYADEEN

A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING

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

A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

A GUIDEPOST FOR COMMUNITY AND CONTEXTUAL ENGAGEMENT

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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