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Charred Wooden Shingles and Engineered Wood Create A Flexible Living Space In Mobile Design
Charred Wooden Shingles and Engineered Wood Create A Flexible Living Space In Mobile Design
Yang Li, Yujiang Li, Yinglin Chen, Christina Chu
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and engineered wood, this mobile living space redefines adaptability and minimalism, offering a harmonious blend of comfort and functionality.
sustainability mobile living repurposed compact minimalism wood flexible usa recreation
Charred Wood Shingles and Permeable Paving in a Versatile Community Hub
Charred Wood Shingles and Permeable Paving in a Versatile Community Hub
Maija Joensuu, Jaakko Torvinen
Charred wood shingles and a grid framework define a community hub designed for flexibility, transforming a former vinyl factory into a vibrant space for workshops, social gatherings, and urban agriculture.
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Cork Cladding and Large Glass Facades Envelop A Sustainable Guesthouse in a Vineyard Setting
Cork Cladding and Large Glass Facades Envelop A Sustainable Guesthouse in a Vineyard Setting
Azzam bre Mahaputra, Nasrul Hidayat, Muhammad imam Adly, Michael Yohanes
With its innovative use of cork cladding and expansive glass facades, the design harmoniously integrates sustainable materials into a serene guesthouse nestled within the picturesque vineyard landscape.
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Terracotta Facades and Italian Brick Explore Community-Centric Wine Experiences in Umbria
Terracotta Facades and Italian Brick Explore Community-Centric Wine Experiences in Umbria
Blend Dema
With terracotta facades and intricate Italian brickwork, the design harmoniously blends historic elements with modern functionality, creating vibrant spaces for community engagement centered around the region's celebrated wine culture.
umbria wine tasting guesthouse community heritage sustainable vineyards restoration outdoor
Charred Wood Exteriors and Natural Stone Create an Intimate Retreat Amidst the Vineyard
Charred Wood Exteriors and Natural Stone Create an Intimate Retreat Amidst the Vineyard
Alba Duarte, Emanuel Grave, Marta Gonçalves, Klára Voráčová
Incorporating charred wood cladding and terracotta elements, this retreat seamlessly blends into the vineyard landscape while providing a tranquil space for guests to connect with nature and local winemaking culture.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Create Serenity in a Community-Focused Residential Complex
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Create Serenity in a Community-Focused Residential Complex
Alessandra Zaharia, Anamaria Mustata
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and natural stone, the design embodies a harmonious blend of modern aesthetics and sustainable practices, creating an inviting community-focused residential space that encourages connection with nature.
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Upcycled Shipping Containers Anchored In Volcanic Terrain for Community Engagement
Upcycled Shipping Containers Anchored In Volcanic Terrain for Community Engagement
Ziga Zupancic, Silvia-raluca Georgescu
Repurposed shipping containers with vibrant colors seamlessly blend into the rugged volcanic landscape of Iceland, creating a dynamic community hub focused on engagement and sustainability.
iceland community containers sustainability gathering flexibility resource education landscape public
Repurposed Shipping Containers Integrated with Community Spaces in a Serene Meadow Setting
Repurposed Shipping Containers Integrated with Community Spaces in a Serene Meadow Setting
Marta Ruselik
Repurposed shipping containers create a series of interconnected cabins that harmonize with the meadow landscape, offering visitors a tranquil retreat that emphasizes sustainable living and community engagement.
latvia tourism sustainable containers cabins recreation river community nature wellness
Biophilic Design With Recycled Materials and Green Roofs Integrating Community Spaces
Biophilic Design With Recycled Materials and Green Roofs Integrating Community Spaces
Lesley Plate
Utilizing recycled materials and green roofs, this design seamlessly integrates biophilic elements to foster community engagement while promoting sustainable practices in a multifunctional space.
iceland sustainability community education greenhouse recycling eco-friendly engagement nature biophilic
Vertical Gardens and Green Facades in Reinforced Concrete Towers Redefining Urban Living
Vertical Gardens and Green Facades in Reinforced Concrete Towers Redefining Urban Living
Marah Altarawneh, Nawras Almasri
Nestled within two repurposed towers, the integration of green facades and vertical gardens transforms reinforced concrete into a vibrant community hub that harmonizes living and working in the heart of the city.
amman towers adaptive reuse community sustainability mixed-use urban gardens workspaces residential
Living Wall Integration with Transparent Facades in a Community-Centric Care Facility
Living Wall Integration with Transparent Facades in a Community-Centric Care Facility
Belinda Tedjokusumo, Jui-fang Hsu, Hsin-hui Wang, Li-hong Lee
With living walls interwoven into transparent facades, the facility redefines community care through its adaptive reuse of a former school, offering a nurturing space for hospice patients and their families.
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Malleable Fabric Formwork Creating Dynamic Spaces with Reclaimed Concrete in a Historical Context
Malleable Fabric Formwork Creating Dynamic Spaces with Reclaimed Concrete in a Historical Context
Myung Duk Chung
Utilizing malleable fabric formwork and reclaimed concrete from Roman ruins, this design creates multifunctional spaces that merge historical context with contemporary functionality.
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Charred Wood and Steel Volcanic Hub Designed for Community Engagement
Charred Wood and Steel Volcanic Hub Designed for Community Engagement
Francesco Scardaccione, Leopoldo Casertano
Crafted from repurposed shipping containers and charred wood, this community hub integrates seamlessly into its volcanic surroundings, fostering social connections through flexible gathering spaces designed for diverse activities.
volcano community gathering flexible sustainability containers iceland landscape resilience innovation
Repurposed Stone and Timber Pavilion Embracing Community Connectivity in Iceland
Repurposed Stone and Timber Pavilion Embracing Community Connectivity in Iceland
Nathan Stewart, Lucas Martins
Crafted from reclaimed stone and locally sourced timber, the pavilion serves as a communal hub in Iceland, harmoniously blending sustainable design with a deep connection to the surrounding landscape.
iceland pavilion caf cinema community sustainability gathering cultural reclaimed timber
Charred Wood and Local Stone Create Sustainable Retreats in a Serene Landscape
Charred Wood and Local Stone Create Sustainable Retreats in a Serene Landscape
Monika Binkowska
Crafted from charred wood and local stone, the design seamlessly integrates with the landscape while providing inviting guest accommodations that emphasize sustainability and community connection.
italy guesthouses communal sustainability rural landscape heritage modular eco-friendly relaxation
Terracotta Roofs and Polished Stone Create a Harmonious Winery Experience in a Vine-Covered Landscape
Terracotta Roofs and Polished Stone Create a Harmonious Winery Experience in a Vine-Covered Landscape
Eszter Dobó, Márta Ungváry-kiss, Veronika Fekete, Kitti Maczali
With terracotta roofs and polished stone finishes that seamlessly blend with its surrounding vineyard, the winery offers a thoughtfully designed space for community gatherings and wine tasting experiences.
winery italy sustainability community guesthouses gardens tasting vineyard local craftsmanship
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Andrew Lockhart, Cody Loeffen
Charred wooden shingles envelop a structure built with cross-laminated timber, seamlessly integrating sustainability and local heritage in a community hub designed for resource exchange and cultural engagement.
iceland community hub sustainability resource exchange culture flexibility landscape education
Elevated Living Beneath A Flyover With Bamboo-Focusing Acoustic Retreats
Elevated Living Beneath A Flyover With Bamboo-Focusing Acoustic Retreats
Matthew Milwid, Simon Dinh
Nestled under a flyover, this residential development employs bamboo as a prominent material to create acoustic retreats that redefine urban living in the heart of London.
london housing urban residential adaptive reuse community sustainability flyover bamboo
Fluid Forms and Glass Facades Embracing Volcanic Landscapes with Sustainable Materials
Fluid Forms and Glass Facades Embracing Volcanic Landscapes with Sustainable Materials
Guillermo Rage
Mimicking the undulating forms of volcanic lava flows, the design integrates glass facades and sustainable materials to create an engaging space that educates visitors about the geological wonders of Iceland.
iceland caf exhibition shop volcano sustainability landscape education geology environment
Hydroponic Integration within Steel-Frame Living Spaces Utilizing Transparent Polycarbonate Panels
Hydroponic Integration within Steel-Frame Living Spaces Utilizing Transparent Polycarbonate Panels
Yusuma Ponnsmith, Kitsupphat Na lampang, Ye Tong
Utilizing transparent polycarbonate panels and a steel-frame structure, the design seamlessly integrates a hydroponic garden into compact living spaces, demonstrating a sustainable solution for modern urban dwellings.
theater house micro-habitat sustainability urban hydroponic steel polycarbonate flexibility living
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