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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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Turf Walls Embracing Natural Light in a Visitor Center
Turf Walls Embracing Natural Light in a Visitor Center
Tanit Cabau wolf, Craig Mitchell
Turf walls create a natural dialogue with the landscape while a central light well enhances the atmospheric experience in a visitor center designed for exploring the geological features of Grjótagjá.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Multifunctional Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Multifunctional Community Hub
Elkin Alejandro Cruz Castro
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the community hub offers adaptable spaces designed for social interaction and engagement within an environmentally conscious framework.
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Archway Homes Blending Brickwork and Vineyards in Italian Landscape
Archway Homes Blending Brickwork and Vineyards in Italian Landscape
Giacomo Calisti
Set against the backdrop of Mount Subasio, the residential units feature arch openings and communal spaces integrated with local vineyards, providing inviting living environments that celebrate the region’s heritage.
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Aromatherapy Informed Canal Spaces Enhanced by Sustainable Wood and Concrete Elements
Aromatherapy Informed Canal Spaces Enhanced by Sustainable Wood and Concrete Elements
Nil guney Ozturk
Aromatherapy-inspired planting enriches public spaces along revitalized navigable canals, merging sustainable materials like wood and concrete to create vibrant areas for recreation and community interaction.
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Folded Geometry and Plywood Construction Create a Distinct Community Reading Space
Folded Geometry and Plywood Construction Create a Distinct Community Reading Space
Iana Shcherbakova
Utilizing folded geometry and plywood construction, the pavilion creates an inviting public space for reading and community interaction in Munich's Kreativquartier.
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Hemp-Curtained Pavilion Creating Community Spaces at a Music Festival
Hemp-Curtained Pavilion Creating Community Spaces at a Music Festival
Tsubasa Iwahashi
Constructed with hemp curtains that provide flexibility and shelter, the pavilion serves as a communal space at the Sansusī music festival, designed to facilitate social interaction and relaxation between performances.
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Circular Gathering Space Featuring Wood and Polycarbonate Elements
Circular Gathering Space Featuring Wood and Polycarbonate Elements
Jungryun Kwon
The central circular space, constructed with wood and enhanced by polycarbonate elements, serves as a multifunctional area for community gathering and engagement within a festival setting.
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Curved Crevices and Rammed Earth: A Visitor Center in Natural Harmony
Curved Crevices and Rammed Earth: A Visitor Center in Natural Harmony
Almaz Paalvast, Sjoerd Poelman
Inspired by the spiral form of the Ammonite fossil, the design incorporates rammed earth and curving walls to create an immersive visitor center that connects people to the geological history of the Grand Canyon.
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Elevated Community Spaces With Family-Oriented Layouts
Elevated Community Spaces With Family-Oriented Layouts
Yunjeong Lee
Elevated semi-public spaces create a unique community environment in a family-oriented residential layout, enhancing social interaction while maintaining privacy for diverse living arrangements.
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Panoramic Residences Embracing Wabi-Sabi with Glass and Solar Energy
Panoramic Residences Embracing Wabi-Sabi with Glass and Solar Energy
Erika Caldaia, David López de tuñas
Emphasizing Wabi-Sabi principles, the design integrates expansive glass elements and solar panels to create a tranquil guesthouse that harmonizes with its natural surroundings while celebrating the stages of winemaking.
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Timber Retreat with Stone Walls and Observational Elements
Timber Retreat with Stone Walls and Observational Elements
Barbara Irakoska
Constructed with timber and stone, the design integrates an observatory tower and various nature-focused zones to create a sustainable retreat aimed at promoting wellness and community engagement.
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Spruce Wood Structure with Rooftop Garden for Community Gathering
Spruce Wood Structure with Rooftop Garden for Community Gathering
Aileen Ross, Solveig Axelsdottir Priebs
A decorative rooftop garden atop a spruce wood structure creates a community-focused gathering space that enhances the festival experience.
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Charred Timber Pavilion Embracing Volcanic Landscape with Energy-Efficient Glass
Charred Timber Pavilion Embracing Volcanic Landscape with Energy-Efficient Glass
Maria Volter, Evi Ermoshko
Constructed from charred timber and reinforced concrete, the building serves as a visitor center and coffee shop, designed to harmonize with the volcanic landscape while incorporating energy-efficient features and promoting community engagement.
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Spiral Viewpoints and Corrugated Metal Along a Geological Fault
Spiral Viewpoints and Corrugated Metal Along a Geological Fault
Silvia Galdamez, Aileene Han, Roberto Villasante
Positioned along a geological fault line, the elevated platform combines a spiral viewpoint and corrugated metal structures to create an inclusive visitor center that educates guests about the unique geological features of the Mývatn area.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazing in Harmonious Environmental Integration
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glazing in Harmonious Environmental Integration
Dajana Elez
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and extensive glazing, the design creates a seamless dialogue between interior spaces and the natural landscape, providing a versatile communal environment.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Prefabricated Timber Create a Natural Performance Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Prefabricated Timber Create a Natural Performance Space
Long Kwan, Ryan Wai Yin Tung, Albert Ching Tao Leung, Jackie Ho Yin Cheung
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and prefabricated timber elements, this performance space integrates seamlessly with its woodland surroundings to facilitate community gatherings and musical events.
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Lightweight Plywood Kiosks Enhancing Community Interaction in a Forest Setting
Lightweight Plywood Kiosks Enhancing Community Interaction in a Forest Setting
Serwan Saleme, Aran Saleme, Sahi Saleme
Constructed from modular plywood boxes, the design integrates functional kiosks and seating areas into the natural landscape of the Sansusi Forest, creating an inviting food court that encourages community interaction.
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Circular Pavilion with Volcanic Stone and Polycarbonate Facade Integrated into a Volcanic Landscape
Circular Pavilion with Volcanic Stone and Polycarbonate Facade Integrated into a Volcanic Landscape
Laura Franeková
Nestled within a volcanic landscape, the circular pavilion utilizes local volcanic stone and a polycarbonate facade to create immersive community spaces for cinema and cultural engagement.
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Elevated Winery with Ionic Columns and Natural Stone Elements
Elevated Winery with Ionic Columns and Natural Stone Elements
Hazem Darwish
With its prominent Ionic columns and the use of local vulcanized stone, the winery harmoniously integrates classical architectural elements into the landscape of Umbria, providing a functional space for wine production and visitor engagement.
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