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Polycarbonate Shelters for Compact Rural Living
Polycarbonate Shelters for Compact Rural Living
Yang Li, Yujiang Li, Yinglin Chen, Christina Chu
Reviving abandoned RVs through the use of polycarbonate panels and modular components, this initiative creates adaptable living spaces that promote sustainable rural housing solutions.
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Repurposed Silos for Community Living in Urban Regeneration
Repurposed Silos for Community Living in Urban Regeneration
Oh Juhyeon, Yang Geon
Repurposed silos offer innovative vertical living spaces that integrate community amenities, addressing affordable housing needs in Toronto’s urban landscape.
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Rooftop Gardens and Water Management in Compact Urban Living
Rooftop Gardens and Water Management in Compact Urban Living
Maria Meza
Water management systems and rooftop gardens integrate with compact living units to redefine sustainable urban life in a transformed New York City landscape.
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Repurposed Gasometer Housing Fostering Community Connections
Repurposed Gasometer Housing Fostering Community Connections
Tianyu Zhao, Mengyang Wu, Chang Lu, Shaha Maiteh
Reimagining a decommissioned gasometer, the design creates a vibrant community living space that merges historical integrity with modern residential needs.
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Elevated Drone Hub Featuring Steel Framework and Transparent Facades in a Historic Arena
Elevated Drone Hub Featuring Steel Framework and Transparent Facades in a Historic Arena
Frederick Elie Ajjoub
A circular steel structure with transparent facades integrates advanced drone operations into the historical fabric of a restored bullring, creating a multifunctional hub for logistics and community engagement.
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Repurposed Steel and Composite Panels Create Sustainable Living Along the Huron River
Repurposed Steel and Composite Panels Create Sustainable Living Along the Huron River
Nathan Loree
Utilizing reclaimed steel and advanced composite panels, this residential design integrates sustainable practices into the urban fabric of Port Huron, offering functional living spaces along the Huron River.
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Repurposed CLT Waste Forms Dynamic Community Space
Repurposed CLT Waste Forms Dynamic Community Space
Elena Kanevsky, Weronika Zaborek, Vladimir Ondejcik, Maria Orvesten
Repurposing cross-laminated timber waste, the design transforms discarded materials into a dynamic community space that fosters interaction and engagement.
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Community Squares Enhanced Through Historical Reuse and Acoustic Design
Community Squares Enhanced Through Historical Reuse and Acoustic Design
Jaime Parra novoa
Incorporating historical reuse and careful acoustic design, the development revitalizes community engagement with vibrant public squares and diverse functional spaces, including a hostel, coworking areas, and artist residences.
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Integrating Biomass Energy With Drip Irrigation in Urban Agriculture
Integrating Biomass Energy With Drip Irrigation in Urban Agriculture
Jacob Weiner, Jonathan Walch, Gabriel Monterossa, John Paris
Utilizing a water treatment plant and a biomass generator, the design creates an efficient urban ecosystem that integrates sustainable agriculture with mixed-use community spaces.
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Reclaimed Timber Pavilion Embracing Tropical Ecosystem
Reclaimed Timber Pavilion Embracing Tropical Ecosystem
Zhen yuan (frost) Yap, Foon yi Kok, En hui Chua, Xuan xiang Tan
Constructed from reclaimed timber, the pavilion integrates into the tropical ecosystem of Bukit Gasing, serving as an educational shelter that fosters a deeper connection between visitors and nature.
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Translucent Glass and Water Features in a Memory-Focused Guest House
Translucent Glass and Water Features in a Memory-Focused Guest House
Areum Kim, yeowon Yoon
With its focus on memory storage and the integration of translucent glass alongside natural water features, the guest house creates an immersive environment that deepens the connection between visitors and their wine experiences.
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Repurposed Sea Containers for Affordable Urban Living
Repurposed Sea Containers for Affordable Urban Living
Marta Zeifert
Utilizing repurposed sea containers, the design transforms urban spaces in Greater Melbourne into adaptable, affordable housing options that meet diverse community needs.
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Repurposed Warehouses with U-Glass and Community Focus
Repurposed Warehouses with U-Glass and Community Focus
Mario Galterisi, Gennaro Finale, Vittoria Di giulio
Transforming underutilized warehouses into community-focused residential units, the design incorporates u-glass for natural light and aims to address urban density challenges while providing sustainable housing solutions.
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Trapezoidal Courtyards and Wood Elements Enhance Tea Workshop and Guesthouse Functionality
Trapezoidal Courtyards and Wood Elements Enhance Tea Workshop and Guesthouse Functionality
Alejandro sebastian Vasavilbaso covarrubias, Mariana Martínez gamboa, Jimena Galindo huchim, Karen Vargas Vela
Incorporating trapezoidal courtyards and a functional pulley system, the repurposed barn serves as both a tea-making workshop and a guesthouse, blending productivity with community engagement.
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Sustainable Housing Crafted from Engineered Timber Panels with Integrated Solar Solutions
Sustainable Housing Crafted from Engineered Timber Panels with Integrated Solar Solutions
Laurence Dragomir
Crafted from engineered timber panels and equipped with integrated solar solutions, the design transforms vacant office spaces into adaptable micro-living units that address urban housing demands.
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Recycling Nature's Resources with Bird's Down and Timber in a Community Hub
Recycling Nature's Resources with Bird's Down and Timber in a Community Hub
Blanca Pedrosa, Desmond Hung
Utilizing locally sourced timber and bird's down, the community center serves as an educational hub that promotes sustainability and cultural exchange in the unique landscape of northeastern Iceland.
iceland community education sustainability recycling cultural local nature timber environment
Communal Living Beneath Flyovers With Steel Frames And Public Gardens
Communal Living Beneath Flyovers With Steel Frames And Public Gardens
Alice Foreman, Nicole Langridge
Utilizing the overlooked spaces beneath flyovers, the design incorporates steel frames and public gardens to create a community-focused living environment that accommodates diverse family structures in Hong Kong.
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Bricks, Greenery, and Renewal in Climate-Affected Spaces
Bricks, Greenery, and Renewal in Climate-Affected Spaces
Yasin Celik, Ronny Da silva colina de oliveira, Frédérique Schank, Riccardo Ramano
Emerging from cracked earth, repurposed bricks and new greenery create a resilient habitat that fosters community interaction in a climate-affected landscape.
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Cypress Shaded Courtyards and Local Brick in a Tranquil Guest Retreat
Cypress Shaded Courtyards and Local Brick in a Tranquil Guest Retreat
Matthew Potts
Constructed with local brick and organized around cypress-shaded courtyards, the design offers a serene retreat that enhances the sensory experience of visitors in the Umbrian Valley.
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Repurposed Shipping Containers Embrace Nature with Elevated Terraces and Riverbank Sauna
Repurposed Shipping Containers Embrace Nature with Elevated Terraces and Riverbank Sauna
Marta Ruselik
Repurposed shipping containers rise along the riverbank, offering elevated terraces and community pathways that enhance the visitor experience within a sustainable tourist complex.
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