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Fluid Forms Crafted from 3d Printed Concrete and Triple Glazed Glass in a Sustainable Community Setting

Fluid Forms Crafted from 3d Printed Concrete and Triple Glazed Glass in a Sustainable Community Setting

Qi Wang, Semisi Fetokai Potauaine, Lance Faasee Liaina

Built with 3D printed concrete and triple glazed glass, the residence integrates fluid forms that enhance natural light and airflow while fostering a connected community environment.

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Sodium Brick Residence Harmonizing with Desert Ecology

Sodium Brick Residence Harmonizing with Desert Ecology

Yingshi Ji, Thomas-alexander Karalis

Constructed from salt bricks and designed to integrate seamlessly into its desert surroundings, the residence addresses sustainable living while providing a functional space for its inhabitants.

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Floating Cottages with Seaweed Insulation in a Scandinavian Fishing Village

Floating Cottages with Seaweed Insulation in a Scandinavian Fishing Village

Cecilie Brandt Nielsen, Lea Skov Andersen

Utilizing seaweed for insulation and incorporating floating design principles, this sustainable development in Henningsvær offers modular cabins that harmonize with the marine environment while serving as a hub for local aquaculture practices.

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Wind-Powered Microhomes with Urban Farming and Seawater Harvesting

Akidmuzhafar Taib, Syibrisyazni Taib

Harnessing wind energy and integrating urban farming, these microhomes utilize seawater harvesting to create a sustainable living environment in Singapore’s dense urban landscape.

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Floating Microhome with Water Harvesting and Integrated Vegetation

Eleana Georgousi, Christina Mytilinaiou

Floating on a modular cube pontoon system, the microhome captures rainwater and seawater while integrating vegetation for cultivation, providing a self-sufficient living space in vulnerable coastal environments.

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Terracotta Floors and Recycled Wood Panels Floating Above Salt Marshes

Rotteleur Benoit

Constructed with terracotta floors and recycled wood panels, the floating residence harmonizes with the Salt Marshes, providing a sustainable living solution that fosters a strong connection to nature.

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Saline Irrigation System Inhabiting Green Terracotta Ecology Through Vertical Farming

Saline Irrigation System Inhabiting Green Terracotta Ecology Through Vertical Farming

Maria elisa Fernandez ramos

Utilizing a saline irrigation system and vertical farming techniques within a terracotta-clad structure, this residence integrates sustainable practices to facilitate efficient food production in a challenging desert environment.

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Seawater-Cooled Residence Featuring Rammed Earth Finishes and Sustainable Landscape Integration

Seawater-Cooled Residence Featuring Rammed Earth Finishes and Sustainable Landscape Integration

Valeria Passetti

Incorporating seawater cooling technology and rammed earth finishes, this Dubai residence harmonizes sustainable living with traditional design elements to create an innovative family home.

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Hempcrete Micro Home with Integrated Water Management Solutions

Hempcrete Micro Home with Integrated Water Management Solutions

Longji Cao, Teresa Tseng

Constructed with hempcrete and equipped with a reverse osmosis filtration system, this micro home addresses California's housing challenges while promoting resource management and sustainable living.

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Flexible Living with PV Thermal Collectors and Greywater Systems

Adil ahmet bahadır Sezer, Selcan ezgi Şen, Bartu Lokumcu

Utilizing foldable furniture and greywater systems, the design offers a self-sufficient living environment powered by PV thermal collectors, adaptable to the changing needs of its residents.

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Bamboo Skin Huts with Ptfe Membrane for Sustainable Coastal Living

Doris Zuo, Kamin Li

Bamboo skin huts, enhanced by microporous PTFE membranes, provide functional and sustainable living spaces for the Bajau community, seamlessly integrating traditional craftsmanship with modern amenities along the coastal waters of Malaysia.

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Folding House Design Utilizing Steel and Glass Above Water

Adil ahmet bahadır Sezer, Bartu Lokumcu, Selcan Ezgi Şen

A folding house supported by a steel framework and enclosed with triple-glazed glass offers flexible living above water, addressing both sustainability and user customization.

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A Volcanic Retreat Lodge with Dynamic Spatial Flow

A Volcanic Retreat Lodge with Dynamic Spatial Flow

Serge Atallah

Lava rocks and corten steel create a dialogue with the volcanic landscape in a circular lodge designed for visitor engagement and immersion in nature.

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Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Shuang Chen, Yushan Jiang, Hengyuan Yang

Utilizing bamboo and recycled steel, the design incorporates vertical gardens to enhance urban living environments while fostering community engagement through adaptable micro-housing units.

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Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

Underpass Reimagined: Bridging Work and Public Life

Jason Li Dennis Byun Chris Choi John Woo

The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.

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A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

Nana Zaalishvili

This study examines a multi-volume building designed to connect users with the forest landscape while accommodating communal and educational functions. Architectural strategies in these contexts can balance visual distinction with environmental sensitivity, providing spaces for learning and observation.

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A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

Kenan Vatrenjak

With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.

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A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

Neel Patel

Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.

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A Sustainable Retreat with a Central Tree and Gabled Roof Structure

A Sustainable Retreat with a Central Tree and Gabled Roof Structure

Javier Anzueto Busto, María Arriola Flesch

A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.

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A Visitor Facility with a Vertical Observation Tower

A Visitor Facility with a Vertical Observation Tower

Max Fabris

The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.

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Design a slow-living restaurant in Portugal

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New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Design a New Riverfront Market in Rochester, New York

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Valli Wine Tasting Room

Design a wine tasting room in Italy

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The Quiet Tower

Design an observation tower in Latvia

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The Oak Moon Pavilion

Design a yoga pavilion in Italy

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Underbridge #2

Design housing in underutilized bridge spaces

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100,000€ Prize / 2026 ideas COMPETITION

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The Architect's Chair

Take a seat and make a statement!

Stockholm Furniture Fair Edition #6 ideas COMPETITION

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MICROHOME 2026

Design a new concept of small-scale home and share a prize fund of 100,000€

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #11 ideas COMPETITION

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Kinderspace

Design a kindergarten of tomorrow

Architecture for Children’s Development #4 ideas COMPETITION

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Museum of Emotions

Use architecture to create different emotional states

Edition #9 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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Search results for: “Seawater”

12 projects found:

Fluid Forms Crafted from 3d Printed Concrete and Triple Glazed Glass in a Sustainable Community Setting

Sodium Brick Residence Harmonizing with Desert Ecology

Floating Cottages with Seaweed Insulation in a Scandinavian Fishing Village

Wind-Powered Microhomes with Urban Farming and Seawater Harvesting

Floating Microhome with Water Harvesting and Integrated Vegetation

Terracotta Floors and Recycled Wood Panels Floating Above Salt Marshes

Saline Irrigation System Inhabiting Green Terracotta Ecology Through Vertical Farming

Seawater-Cooled Residence Featuring Rammed Earth Finishes and Sustainable Landscape Integration

Hempcrete Micro Home with Integrated Water Management Solutions

Flexible Living with PV Thermal Collectors and Greywater Systems

Bamboo Skin Huts with Ptfe Membrane for Sustainable Coastal Living

Folding House Design Utilizing Steel and Glass Above Water

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A Nature-Integrated Visitor Center with Panoramic Forest Views

A Tropical Stacked-Roof Structure Promoting Views in a Forest Setting

Pavilion Atlas 2026: Rethinking Nations Through Architectural Storytelling

A Meditation Cabin with CLT Panels and Translucent Surfaces

A Sustainable Retreat with a Central Tree and Gabled Roof Structure

A Visitor Facility with a Vertical Observation Tower

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New York High Falls Riverfront Market

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Portugal Long Table Restaurant

Valli Wine Tasting Room

The Quiet Tower

Kinderspace

The Oak Moon Pavilion

Museum of Emotions

Open architecture competitions

Pavilion Atlas 2026

Portugal Long Table Restaurant

New York High Falls Riverfront Market

Valli Wine Tasting Room

The Quiet Tower

Vancouver Tall Challenge

The Oak Moon Pavilion

Recurring architecture competitions

Underbridge #2

The Architect's Chair

MICROHOME 2026

Kinderspace

Museum of Emotions

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