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Charred Wooden Shingles and Aerogel Insulation in Himalayan Resting Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Aerogel Insulation in Himalayan Resting Space
Tom Frowde, Wayne Dooley, Ailsa Campbell, Lincoln Chan
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and aerogel insulation, this Himalayan resting space offers porters a sustainable sanctuary designed for optimal comfort and resilience in a harsh environment.
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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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Cross-Laminated Timber Embracing Nature Within Charred Wood Columbarium
Cross-Laminated Timber Embracing Nature Within Charred Wood Columbarium
Riho Kondo, Ryo Murata, Satoshi Yamaguchi, Tomohiro Koizumi
Finished with charred wood and enveloped in the natural landscape, the cross-laminated timber columbarium harmoniously blends reflection and memory, providing a serene space for remembrance within the Forest Cemetery of Riga.
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Undulating Granite Pathways Framed by Seasonal Orchards in a Contemplative Memorial Space
Undulating Granite Pathways Framed by Seasonal Orchards in a Contemplative Memorial Space
Eliška Crhová, Veronika Petrúšková
With gracefully undulating granite pathways weaving through a tranquil orchard, this contemplative memorial space invites visitors to reflect on memories while fostering a deep connection with nature.
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Marble-Clad Serenity Surrounded by Forest in a Community Columbarium Design
Marble-Clad Serenity Surrounded by Forest in a Community Columbarium Design
Jack Halls, William Shaw
Nestled among trees, this columbarium showcases a circular arrangement of marble-clad columns that invite reflection and remembrance, serving as a serene sanctuary for honoring loved ones.
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Chambered Spaces With Prefabricated Concrete Panels Emphasizing Natural Reflection
Chambered Spaces With Prefabricated Concrete Panels Emphasizing Natural Reflection
Tamás Herczeg
Emphasizing verticality and natural reflection, the design utilizes prefabricated concrete panels to create intimate chambers for remembrance in a serene columbarium setting.
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Embracing Transparency and Nature with Concrete Niches in a Forest Setting
Embracing Transparency and Nature with Concrete Niches in a Forest Setting
毛千芝 李, 展鹏 何
With concrete niches that embody the essence of preserved memories and transparent containers inviting personal tributes, the design creates a serene space for remembrance deeply rooted within a lush forest environment.
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GRC Niches and White Concrete Paths Creating a Community-Centric Memorial Space
GRC Niches and White Concrete Paths Creating a Community-Centric Memorial Space
Keer Li, Leyi Cui
With its GRC niches and serene white concrete pathways, this cemetery design fosters a communal space for remembrance while seamlessly integrating greenery to create a nurturing environment for visitors.
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Serene Reflection Space Crafted in Natural Stone and Light-Permeable Glass
Serene Reflection Space Crafted in Natural Stone and Light-Permeable Glass
Anton Orlovic
Crafted from natural stone and expansive glass, the design creates a harmonious space that invites reflection and remembrance, serving as a serene Columbarium for honoring loved ones.
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Eternal Spaces Crafted from Burnt Clay and Tranquil Fountains for Remembrance
Eternal Spaces Crafted from Burnt Clay and Tranquil Fountains for Remembrance
Oskar Sobolewski, Adam Adamczyk, Daniel Suchocki, Iga Sobolewska
Crafted from burnt clay, the design interweaves circular forms and a serene fountain to create a reflective space dedicated to memory and remembrance.
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Rammed Earth Structure Emphasizing Thermal Mass and Natural Integration as a Resting Point
Rammed Earth Structure Emphasizing Thermal Mass and Natural Integration as a Resting Point
Fabio Chinzi, Maksim Fixemer, Leonard Fischer, Alexandra Meier
Utilizing locally sourced rammed earth and timber, this pavilion seamlessly integrates into its landscape, offering a contemplative space for visitors to rest and connect with their surroundings.
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Trellis Canopy of Concrete and Timber Nurtures Contemplation in a Forest Columbarium
Trellis Canopy of Concrete and Timber Nurtures Contemplation in a Forest Columbarium
Alexander Noaks
A trellis canopy of concrete and timber envelops reflective niches in a thoughtfully designed columbarium, seamlessly integrating the structure with Riga’s Forest Cemetery and inviting visitors into a space for contemplation and remembrance.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Galvalume Roofing Create a Harmonious Retreat in Icelandic Landscape
Rammed Earth Walls and Galvalume Roofing Create a Harmonious Retreat in Icelandic Landscape
Jordan Wood, JD Duffie
Utilizing rammed earth walls and a durable galvalume roof, the design seamlessly integrates into the Icelandic landscape, offering a welcoming retreat that fosters community interaction and connection with nature.
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Curved Concrete Pillars and Natural Light in A Reflective Memorial Space
Curved Concrete Pillars and Natural Light in A Reflective Memorial Space
Alejandro Rodriguez tapia, Cho zin Theint, Vi Vo
Emphasizing curved concrete pillars that draw inspiration from the surrounding landscape, this memorial space integrates natural light and intimate chambers to create a tranquil environment for reflection and remembrance.
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Natural Stone Features with Integrated Green Roof in a Reflective Memorial Space
Natural Stone Features with Integrated Green Roof in a Reflective Memorial Space
Xianwen Zheng
Designed with natural travertine and a green roof that harmonizes with its forest surroundings, this memorial space creates a contemplative environment for remembrance and connection.
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Vertical Columbarium Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Glass in a Forest Setting
Vertical Columbarium Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Glass in a Forest Setting
Weihao He, Shi qi Tang, Jing yi Wang, Yue Hou
Crafted from cross-laminated timber panels and integrated with glass elements, the vertical columbarium offers a serene space for reflection and remembrance, harmoniously blending with the surrounding forest landscape.
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Translucent Canopies Crafted From Fiber-Glass Surrounded By Bush-Hammered Limestone In Forest Columbarium
Translucent Canopies Crafted From Fiber-Glass Surrounded By Bush-Hammered Limestone In Forest Columbarium
Zsuzsa Peter
Elevated by translucent fiber-glass canopies and anchored in bush-hammered limestone, the columbarium provides a serene space for reflection amidst the tranquil forest landscape.
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Marble Pillars and Natural Light Create a Serene Columbarium Space in Riga
Marble Pillars and Natural Light Create a Serene Columbarium Space in Riga
Paweł Woźniak, Franciszek Wojtkowiak, Anna Zanewycz
Characterized by its elegant marble pillars and soothing integration of natural light, the columbarium in Riga offers a tranquil space for reflection and remembrance.
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Suspended Urns and Translucent Marble in a Serene Woodland Memorial
Suspended Urns and Translucent Marble in a Serene Woodland Memorial
Alejandro Lezcano maestre, Davide Milidoni
Suspended in the forest canopy, translucent marble urns illuminate a tranquil memorial space that invites personal reflection and connection with nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create A Serene Memorial Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create A Serene Memorial Space
Shu-yun Cheng, Chen-yu Yang, Huei-shin Lin, Sin-yu Lin
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this serene columbarium harmoniously blends contemporary sustainability with a profound connection to nature, providing a tranquil space for remembrance and reflection.
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