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Corten Steel Wall and Memory Foam Spaces for Visually Impaired Living

Damian Webster, Nicholas Gordon

The undulating Corten steel wall promotes tactile navigation while the memory foam interiors create a comfortable, supportive environment for visually impaired residents.

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Art-Enveloped Living Spaces with Synthetic Facades and Community Focus

Art-Enveloped Living Spaces with Synthetic Facades and Community Focus

Kelly Hayes

With façades designed to showcase dynamic art through protective metal screens, this development integrates synthetic materials to create community-oriented living and working spaces in Brooklyn.

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Courtyard Residence Featuring Arched Concrete Forms and Abundant Natural Light

Jae Min Park

Arched concrete forms and a central courtyard designed to maximize natural light create a dynamic living environment in this art-focused residence in Brooklyn.

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Tidal Energy Homes Elevated on Adjustable Legs with Structural Insulated Panels

Lj Porter, Maria elena Fanna, Brandon Sanchez, Alex Sanchez

Elevated on adjustable legs and utilizing Tidal Energy Converters, the design integrates Structural Insulated Panels to create sustainable homes that address the challenges of coastal living.

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Community-Centric Spaces Enhancing Urban Living Through Integrated Facilities

Gian franco Valverde espinoza, Bhuvnesh Mundhra

Employing community ownership and integrated health facilities, the design enhances urban living through sustainable practices and diverse housing options.

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3D Printed Housing with Lightweight Concrete for Urban Living

3D Printed Housing with Lightweight Concrete for Urban Living

Marija Gjorgjievska

Utilizing a 3D printed structural outer shell and lightweight concrete, this housing solution aims to provide adaptable and affordable living spaces that promote community interaction in urban environments.

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Hexagonal Reading Pod with Slatted Walls and Community Focus

Hexagonal Reading Pod with Slatted Walls and Community Focus

Elisabeth Martin, Lindsay Duddy, Caitlin Mcmanus

The hexagonal reading pod, constructed with slatted walls and designed for flexible use, creates a unique community space that fosters engagement and encourages literacy in an urban setting.

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Wood-Enhanced Living with Open Hallways and Community Integration

Wood-Enhanced Living with Open Hallways and Community Integration

Kit von Dalwig, Philipp von Dalwig, Susana de Zarraga

With flexible floor plates and external pockets that enhance light and airflow, this Brooklyn-based initiative combines affordable living with shared community spaces to foster social connections among residents.

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Geodesic Living Units Suspended Beneath Urban Infrastructure Using Lightweight Membrane Materials

Shouta Kanehira

Constructed as modular geodesic units attached to existing infrastructure, this innovative housing solution utilizes lightweight membrane materials to provide affordable living spaces in an urban environment.

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Alcoves of Serenity: A Sustainable Hospice with Timber and Brick Elements

Romina Trunzer, Philipp Enders

With a focus on intimacy, the design incorporates alcoves and a combination of timber and brick to create a tranquil hospice that encourages reflection and connection within an urban setting.

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Mineral Wool Insulated Community Spaces with Flexible Modularity

Mineral Wool Insulated Community Spaces with Flexible Modularity

Trif Ilie-sorin

Constructed with mineral wool insulation and designed for flexible use, the building integrates distinct areas for community engagement, reading, and workshops, creating a multifunctional space that fosters interaction while emphasizing sustainability.

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Geothermal Retreat Crafted from Local Stone and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels

Geothermal Retreat Crafted from Local Stone and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels

Xinlei Gu, Yuanrui Wang, Yumeng Yan

Constructed with cross-laminated timber panels and local stone, this retreat utilizes geothermal heating to blend seamlessly into its volcanic landscape, serving as a cozy destination for winter recreation.

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MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION

MODULAR TOWER FOR ECOLOGICAL OBSERVATION

Elan Jordan Ergas Lenett, Sigrid Anna Joubert

Located in the wetland landscape of Big Slough and Silver Lake, the design offers a vertical exploration of the natural environment through a carefully articulated watchtower structure. The project merges ecological awareness with spatial complexity, creating an architectural framework for observation, movement, and interaction.

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A GEOMETRIC INSTALLATION FOR DESERT REFLECTION

Marco Tosone

Set within a remote desert landscape, the installation engages with the surrounding geology through a restrained formal language and material palette. It is conceived as a space for reflection and observation, where geometric structures frame the vastness of the environment.

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A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

Hadi Koohihabibi Pariya Shahbazi

Parsa Kavosi Kimia Salimzadeh

Located in a small urban center adjacent to open landscape, the structure supports both elevated viewing and pedestrian circulation across its site. Designed to enhance public engagement, it responds to local context through its spatial configuration and material logic.

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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial

Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs

Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION SILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.

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A GUIDEPOST FOR COMMUNITY AND CONTEXTUAL ENGAGEMENT

A GUIDEPOST FOR COMMUNITY AND CONTEXTUAL ENGAGEMENT

Shuyang Fang, Tianjian Cheng

Positioned within the prairie landscape of De Smet, the structure functions as a vertical marker that combines public utility with cultural reference. Its design responds to local narratives and environmental conditions, offering spaces for observation, orientation, and gathering.

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A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

Franco Ghilardi

Wrapped in charred wooden shingles and built from cross-laminated timber, this community spa blends wellness, sustainability, and landscape-driven design in a remote Icelandic setting.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

Levi Gauge Pfeil

Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.

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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

Pietro Cipolletta, Marco Caporaletti

Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.

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A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

Paolo Dolceamore, Omar Cicci, Federico Andrea Iannarone, Matteo Dossetto

Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.