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Memorial space featuring regional limestone and a suspended red metal ring for reflection and connection to nature
Memorial space featuring regional limestone and a suspended red metal ring for reflection and connection to nature
Tim Griffin, Nate Hulse, Alex Rodriguez, Ryan Landis
This thoughtfully designed memorial space combines the warmth of regional limestone with a suspended red metal ring, inviting visitors to engage in quiet reflection amid a serene landscape anchored by a central linden tree.
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Translucent Veils and Steel Framework Shape a Reflective Space in Tahrir Square
Translucent Veils and Steel Framework Shape a Reflective Space in Tahrir Square
Laila Salama
A skeletal steel framework draped in translucent fabrics creates a contemplative pavilion in Cairo's Tahrir Square, inviting dialogue around the complexities of marriage and women's autonomy.
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Moss-Covered Stone Structure with Subterranean Reflection Spaces Embedded in the Landscape
Moss-Covered Stone Structure with Subterranean Reflection Spaces Embedded in the Landscape
Nirapohn Srisuk
Set amidst Pendle Hill’s natural landscape, the design thoughtfully integrates moss-clad stone and wooden arches with subterranean reflection spaces, creating a contemplative memorial dedicated to the victims of historical witch trials.
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Spiral Form Constructed With Transparent Glass and Steel Emphasizing Community Reflection
Spiral Form Constructed With Transparent Glass and Steel Emphasizing Community Reflection
Caden Mcwilliams
A spiral structure crafted from transparent glass and a robust steel frame invites users to engage in mindful reflection, seamlessly integrating meditative space within an urban environment.
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Reflective Surfaces And Water Features Enhance Community Engagement In A Concrete And Glass Memorial
Reflective Surfaces And Water Features Enhance Community Engagement In A Concrete And Glass Memorial
Andre Halim
Designed with reflective glass panels and serene water features, the memorial serves as a contemplative space that invites community engagement while honoring the narratives of social injustices in Indonesia.
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Ambient Blue Light Illuminates Concrete Pathway Through Historical Reflection
Ambient Blue Light Illuminates Concrete Pathway Through Historical Reflection
Simge Ozer, Ahmet Yilmaz, Hatice nur Baysal, Ceren Cokyegit
Ambient blue light casts a reflective glow on a concrete pathway that gradually narrows, guiding visitors through a poignant memorial that honors the historical injustices faced by Salem's accused witches.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Fins and Charred Shingles Form a Sustainable Educational Pavilion in the Forest
Cross-Laminated Timber Fins and Charred Shingles Form a Sustainable Educational Pavilion in the Forest
Munjer Hashim
Constructed from cross-laminated timber fins and charred shingles, this sustainable pavilion harmoniously integrates into the forest landscape while serving as an educational hub for community engagement and reflection.
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Concrete Column and Steel Bracing in a Reflective Space for Community Remembrance
Concrete Column and Steel Bracing in a Reflective Space for Community Remembrance
Zicci Zhou, Jessica Liu
Rising 5.5 meters into the skyline, the concrete column paired with a cage-like steel structure invites contemplation in a reflective space dedicated to community remembrance and healing.
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Weathered Corten Steel Beam Elevated Above A Natural Landscape For Communal Reflection
Weathered Corten Steel Beam Elevated Above A Natural Landscape For Communal Reflection
Karl william Binlin-dadie, ROSSI Axel
Elevated by a weathered Corten steel beam that elegantly contrasts with its serene park surroundings, this memorial space invites reflection and communal engagement while fostering a deep connection with nature.
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Grounded By Earth And Reflective In Form, This Memorial Utilizes Natural Materials To Foster Contemplation And Community Connection
Grounded By Earth And Reflective In Form, This Memorial Utilizes Natural Materials To Foster Contemplation And Community Connection
Kai wen Yeo, Hiroki Nakamichi, Anastasia Gkoliomyti
Utilizing earth and concrete to create a cylindrical space of solitude, this memorial fosters reflection and community engagement while honoring the profound narratives of genocide.
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Rammed Earth Pyramid Integrating Natural Light and Sustainable Design Elements in Reflective Space
Rammed Earth Pyramid Integrating Natural Light and Sustainable Design Elements in Reflective Space
Khalil morad El ghilali
With its rammed earth construction and a pyramid shape that captures natural light, the design creates a reflective space for introspection and connection with the surrounding landscape.
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Charred Wood and Concrete Structure As A Reflection Space Honoring Historical Narratives
Charred Wood and Concrete Structure As A Reflection Space Honoring Historical Narratives
Xuexin Zhan, Xinyang Chen
Constructed from charred wood and robust concrete, this reflective space weaves together historical narratives and contemporary design to honor the legacy of Jeanne d'Arc through a contemplative memorial experience.
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Natural Brown and Charcoal Black Create a Reflective Space with Cellular Concrete and Moss Integration
Natural Brown and Charcoal Black Create a Reflective Space with Cellular Concrete and Moss Integration
Veronika Petrúšková, Eliška Crhová
Blending cellular concrete with natural brown and charcoal black finishes, the design harmonizes with its surroundings while offering a serene space for reflection and memory in a thoughtfully integrated columbarium.
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Boulders and Natural Stone Create Reflective Spaces in a Sustainable Cemetery Design
Boulders and Natural Stone Create Reflective Spaces in a Sustainable Cemetery Design
Nikita Klimenko, Jeonghyun Yoon
Crafted from locally sourced boulders and granite, the design offers a meditative landscape that encourages reflection and community connection within a thoughtfully reimagined cemetery setting.
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Ramped Earth Forms and Copper Accents Defining a Coastal Reflection Space
Ramped Earth Forms and Copper Accents Defining a Coastal Reflection Space
Rory Noble-turner
Constructed from rammed earth and accented with copper details, the coastal pavilion invites visitors to experience a harmonious blend of natural materials and reflective spaces designed for contemplation and connection with the surrounding landscape.
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Captivity Ring Enveloped in Stretch Metal and Deep Red Sheeting for Reflective Space
Captivity Ring Enveloped in Stretch Metal and Deep Red Sheeting for Reflective Space
Vahid Sadraeifar, Mahboobeh Shakeri, Somayeh Bahrami, Ali Mokhtarifar
Enveloped in a captivating stretch metal facade and anchored by a deep red interior, this memorial features a unique Captivity Ring that encourages introspection and dialogue around the themes of genocide and humanity.
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Curvilinear Structure Crafted From Glulam Emphasizing Forest Integration And Ecological Education
Curvilinear Structure Crafted From Glulam Emphasizing Forest Integration And Ecological Education
Zoé Stone, Westin Hill, Will Page, Nathan Korol
Crafted from glulam and designed with a curvilinear form, the pavilion seamlessly integrates into its forest surroundings, facilitating ecological education and reflection in an intimate retreat for contemplation.
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Charred Brick Facade With Cantilevered Balconies Supporting Community Engagement Spaces
Charred Brick Facade With Cantilevered Balconies Supporting Community Engagement Spaces
Patxi Jauregui, Mónica Muñoz, Ana Elizalde
With a facade of charred brick and cantilevered balconies that invite community interaction, the design fosters dialogue and connection within a vibrant urban space dedicated to celebrating women's narratives.
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Reflective Garden Crafted With Undulating Concrete and Timber Canopy For Communal Remembrance
Reflective Garden Crafted With Undulating Concrete and Timber Canopy For Communal Remembrance
Jordan Felber
An undulating canopy of timber and concrete envelops a reflective garden that honors lives lost, creating an immersive space for communal remembrance and contemplation.
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Corten Steel Monoliths Creating Reflective Spaces in A Memorable Memorial Design
Corten Steel Monoliths Creating Reflective Spaces in A Memorable Memorial Design
John Iacobacci, Devon Rowley, Ben Gravel
Constructed with towering corten steel monoliths and polished concrete, this memorial intricately weaves together elements of landscape and light to create a reflective space dedicated to honoring the memories of those lost to past genocides.
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