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Vertical Greenspaces Supporting Sustainable Living in Urban Communities

Vertical Greenspaces Supporting Sustainable Living in Urban Communities

Kerry Ngan

A super 8 runway and growing façades redefine urban living in a community-focused development that promotes sustainability and healthy lifestyles through accessible greenspaces and self-build options.

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Vertical Layers Transforming Communal Living Through Self-Organization

Vertical Layers Transforming Communal Living Through Self-Organization

Andrei Macaneata

Layered urban elements create a unique framework that empowers residents to self-build and customize living spaces, fostering community and social interaction in a high-density environment.

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Integrating Urban Stairs with Intertwined Housing Plots in a Community Hub

Integrating Urban Stairs with Intertwined Housing Plots in a Community Hub

Ben Schepens

The urban stair design integrates with a series of intertwined housing plots to create a vibrant community hub that fosters accessibility and interaction among residents.

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Recycled Plastic and Cross-Laminated Timber Create Flexible Housing Solutions

Adam Greatrix

Utilizing recycled plastic and cross-laminated timber, the design delivers adaptable housing solutions that support community engagement and sustainable living practices.

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Colored Solar Pavilion with Detachable Timber Covers

Colored Solar Pavilion with Detachable Timber Covers

Ibrahim Muasher, Simon Taylor

A fully glazed triangular frame showcases colored glass views while the structure employs detachable timber covers and sustainable solar energy to create a versatile yoga studio immersed in a tranquil valley landscape.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Brick Facades in Community-Centric Urban Housing

Charred Wooden Shingles and Brick Facades in Community-Centric Urban Housing

Dovile Ciapaite

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and durable brick façades, the housing development promotes community engagement while addressing urban living needs through adaptable and sustainable design.

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Rooftop Greenhouse with Rammed Earth and Wooden Fiber Insulation

Nicholas Diddi, Riccardo Cosco

A rooftop greenhouse enhances a compact two-storey living space constructed with rammed earth and wooden fiber insulation, promoting sustainable urban living through adaptable design and community engagement.

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Sustainable Timber Construction for Compact Living Solutions

Alexandra De la vega, Silvia Wilson

Constructed with prefabricated wood components, the compact living solution integrates sustainable materials to support efficient self-building, providing essential functions within a 25m² footprint.

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Red Wriggly Tin Facade Integrated With Rainwater Harvesting In A Compact Microhome

Red Wriggly Tin Facade Integrated With Rainwater Harvesting In A Compact Microhome

Daniel George Kelso, Premdyl Singh Shadan, James Robinson, Steve Robinson

A compact microhome clad in red wriggly tin and designed with a rainwater harvesting system maximizes functionality and sustainability while providing an adaptable living space.

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Rammed Earth Structure Incorporating Communal Green Spaces for Enhanced Well-Being

Rammed Earth Structure Incorporating Communal Green Spaces for Enhanced Well-Being

Asem Al bunni, Aura Tache, Sofia Coviello, Joe Travers

Utilizing rammed earth construction and a communal garden, the design enhances user well-being while creating a flexible workspace that fosters natural ventilation and biodiversity.

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Metal Platform Elevates Birch Cabin into the Surrounding Landscape

Metal Platform Elevates Birch Cabin into the Surrounding Landscape

Jordi Colell llinàs, Benjamin Bonnard

The metallic platform elevates a wooden cabin among birch trees, creating a unique vantage point that enhances the connection to the surrounding landscape while serving as an observatory and retreat.

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The project proposes a multifunctional hub designed to reflect the dynamic intersection of fashion and architecture. It prioritizes spatial versatility, offering a layout that supports both focused work and collaborative creativity.

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Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Modular Residential Development with Perforated Screens and Passive Cooling in Dubai

Nicholas Harald Hartman

Located in Dubai, ONE explores modular residential design as a strategy for flexible, community-oriented urban living. The project integrates public and private spaces with sustainable systems and material choices, responding to both environmental conditions and social needs.

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SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

SUSTAINABLE RESIDENCE WITH INTEGRATED NATURAL LIGHT

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The article presents a contemporary architectural design situated in a distinct environmental and cultural context. Emphasizing spatial efficiency, material consciousness, and environmental integration, the project explores how architecture can respond to both functional requirements and local conditions.

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Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

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Utilizing hollow brick construction and modular design, this sustainable residential initiative captures wind and solar energy to create adaptable living spaces for families in Dubai's arid climate.

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Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

Earth-Clad Residential Design with Thermal Efficiency and Ventilated Mesh Screens

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A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

Beomsoo Kim

Situated in a remote and challenging landscape, the design explores the relationship between humanity, nature, and time through a combined memorial and educational facility. The structure addresses themes of memory, ecological responsibility, and philosophical inquiry within a carefully considered architectural framework.

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A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

A Clay-Brick Community Hub with Modular Solar Shading

Kristina Klimova

A sustainable community center integrates conventional clay brick construction with modular solar shading elements, promoting social engagement and contemporary environmental practices.

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A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

A Community Space Built with Translucent Polycarbonate And Timber

Brandon Bergem

Translucent polycarbonate and timber are employed to construct communal areas that encourage interaction and contemplation within the prairie environment.