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Curved Concrete Wall Enveloping Panoramic Views in a Volcanic Landscape

Curved Concrete Wall Enveloping Panoramic Views in a Volcanic Landscape

Austin Pollard

The curved concrete wall of the visitor center integrates with the geological landscape of Dimmuborgir, offering panoramic views of surrounding lava fields while serving as an educational hub for exploring the region's volcanic history.

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Black Lava Stone Retaining Wall Enhances Visitor Experience in Icelandic Landscape

Black Lava Stone Retaining Wall Enhances Visitor Experience in Icelandic Landscape

Otto Reichelt

A retaining wall made of black lava stone defines the visitor centre, enhancing its integration with the Icelandic landscape while providing essential facilities for education and exploration.

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Contemplative Retreats Framed by Retaining Walls and Landscaped Gardens

Contemplative Retreats Framed by Retaining Walls and Landscaped Gardens

Mark Talbot

Framed by retaining walls and enhanced by landscaped gardens, the meditation cabins provide unique spaces for reflection and community engagement amidst a rugged Portuguese landscape.

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Natural Stone and Xlam Volumes Framing Vineyard Views

Natural Stone and Xlam Volumes Framing Vineyard Views

Matteo Mizzaro

Constructed from Xlam and complemented by a natural stone facade, two volumes rise on an artificial terrace to provide expansive views of the vineyard while serving as versatile gathering spaces.

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Elevated Tasting Room with Cantilevered Structure and Scenic Views

Elevated Tasting Room with Cantilevered Structure and Scenic Views

Ahmad addeen syah Shahar

Cantilevered trusses elevate a tasting room, providing sweeping views of the surrounding vineyard while a spiral ramp enhances accessibility and guides visitors through the space.

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Adobe Blocks and Earthbags Create a Sustainable Community Oasis

Adobe Blocks and Earthbags Create a Sustainable Community Oasis

Maribel Ruiz, Yeganeh Malouhi

Constructed from adobe blocks and earthbags, this design integrates a sustainable water management system and energy-efficient features to create a wellness-focused community space.

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Light-Filled Yoga Space with Grooved Wood Flooring and Retaining Walls

Light-Filled Yoga Space with Grooved Wood Flooring and Retaining Walls

Shihao Li, Yuxi Zheng, Zichun Lin

Expansive views of the Portuguese valley are framed by a corridor of natural light and grooved wood flooring, creating a serene environment for yoga and wellness practices.

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Circular Spaces Framed by Timber and Landscape Integration

Circular Spaces Framed by Timber and Landscape Integration

Marwa Berroug, Adrien Joly, Khadija Ahmed

Timber panels pivot to control sunlight while framing expansive views in a community-focused space designed to encourage interaction and accessibility.

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Rammed Earth Facades with Geothermal Sustainability for an Elevated Greenhouse Experience

Rammed Earth Facades with Geothermal Sustainability for an Elevated Greenhouse Experience

Fahmida Ahmed, Rutuja Atre, Seniha Desdemir

Constructed with rammed earth facades and powered by geothermal energy, the design elevates the greenhouse experience while seamlessly integrating fresh local produce into its restaurant offerings.

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Breathing Spaces with Concrete Retaining Walls and Columbarium Niches

Breathing Spaces with Concrete Retaining Walls and Columbarium Niches

Gavin Laughland

The mechanical diaphragm simulates the rhythm of breathing within spaces defined by concrete retaining walls and granite columbarium niches, creating a reflective sanctuary for visitors honoring their memories.

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Rukki Panel Integration with Crater Views in a Volcanic Landscape

Rukki Panel Integration with Crater Views in a Volcanic Landscape

Leandro martín Copello, Gustavo alejandro Barrirero, Davina Bonino

Rukki panels define a visitor center that offers panoramic views of the Hverfjall volcano, seamlessly connecting educational experiences with the surrounding volcanic landscape.

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Cork-Clad Cave Nestled Within the Vineyards for Wine Tasting Experience

Cork-Clad Cave Nestled Within the Vineyards for Wine Tasting Experience

Alessandro Pupillo, Estefanía Mayorga

Constructed with a cork-clad cave and supported by a cantilevered concrete slab, the wine tasting room seamlessly integrates into the landscape, offering a unique sheltering environment that enhances visitor engagement with the surrounding vineyards.

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Engaging Views Through Expansive Concrete and Stone Spaces

Engaging Views Through Expansive Concrete and Stone Spaces

Suzane Kteich

With expansive operable walls and a semi-enclosed gathering area anchored by a unique table, the design connects visitors to the vineyard landscape while providing versatile spaces for social interaction and contemplation.

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Corten Steel Structure Supporting a Green Roof for Wellness and Community

Corten Steel Structure Supporting a Green Roof for Wellness and Community

Vik Devicheva

Constructed with Corten steel and crowned by an extensive green roof, this space serves as a yoga and wellness facility, designed to promote sustainability and community engagement.

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Rainwater-Collecting Home with Hydroponic Garden and Recycled Elements

Li kuang Pung, Yue Mao, Jie lyn Koh

With a Trombe wall for thermal mass and a hydroponic garden integrated into its structure, this home utilizes recycled materials and rainwater collection to create a self-sufficient living environment.

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Rusting Steel and Channel Glass Framing Tranquility in a Nature Retreat

Rusting Steel and Channel Glass Framing Tranquility in a Nature Retreat

Tommy Huggins, Nikki Hoggatt, Phoebe Brown

With a design that merges rusting steel and channel glass to enhance natural light and the sound of flowing water, the cabin serves as a serene space for meditation and reflection.

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Rammed Earth Walls and Cork Flooring in a Wellness Retreat Setting

Rammed Earth Walls and Cork Flooring in a Wellness Retreat Setting

Christopher Green, Anika Schaefer, Matthew Green

Rammed earth walls and cork flooring create a sensory-rich wellness retreat that fosters a deep connection with nature while promoting community engagement and sustainable living practices.

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Natural Stone and Ha-Ha Wall Cabin Overlooking the Firth of Thames

Natural Stone and Ha-Ha Wall Cabin Overlooking the Firth of Thames

Rami Idlby, Onur Tasan, Yaman Kabakbji, M.Lutfi Karaaslan, Yaman Kabakbji

Crafted with a ha-ha wall and natural stone elements, the cabin offers a secluded retreat that seamlessly integrates with its views of the Firth of Thames.

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Gabion Walls and Geothermal Heating in a Sustainable Greenhouse Restaurant

Gabion Walls and Geothermal Heating in a Sustainable Greenhouse Restaurant

Ruben Everett, Ash Fridd, Alex Doibani, Wilber Ilett

Constructed with Gabion walls and utilizing geothermal heating, the design leverages the unique Icelandic landscape to create an integrated greenhouse and restaurant that fosters both environmental sustainability and community interaction.

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A Circular Reflection Memorial with Preserved Trees

A Circular Reflection Memorial with Preserved Trees

Jordan Felber

The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.

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Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles

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Constructed with hempcrete and rammed earth, the residence combines traditional Middle Eastern design strategies with contemporary sustainable technologies to create an efficient family dwelling in Dubai's desert environment.

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A Nature-Based Learning Space Integrating a Frame-Wall Structure for Ecosystem Engagement

A Nature-Based Learning Space Integrating a Frame-Wall Structure for Ecosystem Engagement

Polpipat Naksawat, Teerakan Wattanayon, Ratasakon Chantaluxsul

Utilizing a frame-wall structure and a steel plate system, the design integrates natural elements to facilitate interactive learning within the diverse ecosystems of the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve.

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An Eco Visitor Center Woven from Local Palm Materials

An Eco Visitor Center Woven from Local Palm Materials

Mevlut Cihan Alkan, Ahmet Serdar Aydın

Constructed using woven palm leaves and local materials, the visitor center integrates with the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, providing educational spaces that foster a connection between visitors and the surrounding ecosystem.

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An Experiential Observation Structure Celebrating Urban Views

An Experiential Observation Structure Celebrating Urban Views

Ekaterina Shomesova, Pavel Nasonov

An enclosed observation area with all-round visibility allows visitors to engage deeply with the surrounding landscape while a series of designed balconies promotes social interaction and solitude, functioning as an urban lookout point.

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A Sustainable Woodland Cabin for Mindful Retreats

A Sustainable Woodland Cabin for Mindful Retreats

Francesco Michelis, Mattia Michelis, Anita Sampogna

The proposal explores retreat spaces designed for quiet reflection and meditation. The study focuses on creating a calm environment that fosters a connection to nature while supporting both individual and group activities.