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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades in a Forest Retreat Micro Home
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades in a Forest Retreat Micro Home
Iulia maria Popa
Emphasizing sustainability through charred wooden shingles and expansive glass panels, this micro home harmoniously integrates into its forest setting, offering a serene retreat designed for reflection and connection with nature.
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Conical Meditation Sanctuary Crafted From Native Wood and Integrated With Local Flora
Conical Meditation Sanctuary Crafted From Native Wood and Integrated With Local Flora
Kateřina Vrbacká
Crafted from native wood and enveloped by local flora, the conical structure serves as a serene sanctuary for meditation, encouraging a deep connection between individuals and the natural environment.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Elevated Circular Design in a Tranquil Forest Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Elevated Circular Design in a Tranquil Forest Retreat
Simin Paksirat
Elevated amidst a serene forest, the design showcases charred wooden shingles and a unique circular footprint, creating a harmonious retreat that promotes contemplation and connection with nature.
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Thermal Curtain and Engineered Wood Form a Tranquil Meditation Retreat in Portugal
Thermal Curtain and Engineered Wood Form a Tranquil Meditation Retreat in Portugal
Christoph Popp, Dominic Fohrer
A dynamic thermal curtain paired with engineered wood creates a sustainable and serene retreat in Portugal, offering an ideal space for meditation and self-reflection.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Structures Enhanced by Charred Shingles in a Forest Retreat
Cross-Laminated Timber Structures Enhanced by Charred Shingles in a Forest Retreat
Dominik Wach, Agnese (help, advice, connoisseur of Latvian culture) Blaubarde
Defined by its use of cross-laminated timber and charred shingles, this forest retreat reimagines traditional living spaces to foster self-reflection and tranquility in a serene natural setting.
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Curved Walls and Natural Stone Integrate in a Tranquil Therapeutic Residence
Curved Walls and Natural Stone Integrate in a Tranquil Therapeutic Residence
Young jin Yang, Jin hyun Kyoung
With its flowing curved walls and abundant natural light, this residence harmoniously integrates therapy spaces and a serene garden environment to foster mental wellness for its occupants and clients.
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Natural Light and Concrete Harmony in a Multi-Level Meditation Center
Natural Light and Concrete Harmony in a Multi-Level Meditation Center
雨欣 林, 嘉宁 孙, 宇晴 潘, 航 于
With its seamless integration of concrete structures and expansive glass elements that invite natural light, this multi-level meditation center offers a tranquil haven in an urban landscape dedicated to fostering mindfulness and community connection.
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Layered Structures with Reflective Glass and Steel Framing in a Public Engagement Setting
Layered Structures with Reflective Glass and Steel Framing in a Public Engagement Setting
Wanze Cheng
Reflective glass panels and layered steel framing create an immersive experience that invites urban dwellers to engage with the moral complexities of the Seven Deadly Sins in a public monument setting.
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Polycarbonate Facade and WPC Structure Create a Tranquil Retreat in Urban Tokyo
Polycarbonate Facade and WPC Structure Create a Tranquil Retreat in Urban Tokyo
Jun seo Lee, Eunchae An, Hwang Ji eun, Jiyeon Kang
A polycarbonate facade and a modular WPC structure transform a tranquil oasis into the heart of Tokyo, offering a unique retreat for meditation and connection with nature amidst the city's urban landscape.
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Faceted Glass Structure Embracing Natural Light with Sustainable Wood Elements for Mindfulness Practices
Faceted Glass Structure Embracing Natural Light with Sustainable Wood Elements for Mindfulness Practices
Andy Au
A faceted glass structure harmoniously integrates with sustainable wood elements, creating a serene environment that invites individuals to engage in mindfulness practices amidst the urban landscape.
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Spiral Concrete Pathway Harmonizing Reflection With Natural Light
Spiral Concrete Pathway Harmonizing Reflection With Natural Light
Meroujan Minassian
A spiral concrete pathway intertwining with natural light creates a reflective journey through memory and responsibility, culminating in a powerful memorial dedicated to the victims of genocide.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Retreat Elevated Above Nature With Translucent Polycarbonate Walls
Cross-Laminated Timber Retreat Elevated Above Nature With Translucent Polycarbonate Walls
Neel Patel
Elevated on slender stilts, this retreat crafted from cross-laminated timber and framed by translucent polycarbonate walls offers a seamless connection to the surrounding landscape, creating an inviting space for meditation and self-reflection.
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Vaulted Earthen Retreat Featuring Cob Walls and Warm Timber Accents for Contemplation
Vaulted Earthen Retreat Featuring Cob Walls and Warm Timber Accents for Contemplation
María josé Zárate tenorio, Verónica Adrian del muro
With its unique circular entry and vaulted earthen walls, this retreat integrates sustainable hardwood and cob construction to create a serene space for meditation and self-reflection amidst the natural landscape.
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Natural Insulation and Reed Construction Shape A Serene Meditation Retreat
Natural Insulation and Reed Construction Shape A Serene Meditation Retreat
Matvey Genne, Polina Vasina, Marselo Rueda
Embracing local reed construction and a conical form, this meditation retreat offers a tranquil sanctuary designed for self-reflection amid the forest's natural beauty.
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Cylindrical Retreat Crafted From Local Timber With Expansive Skylight For Natural Illumination
Cylindrical Retreat Crafted From Local Timber With Expansive Skylight For Natural Illumination
Florian glenn david Reisacher, Johannes Düber
A cylindrical structure of local timber merges seamlessly with the forest landscape, enhanced by a central skylight that floods the meditation space with natural light, creating a tranquil retreat for introspection and mindfulness.
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Spiraling Sanctuary of Glass and Timber Promoting Urban Reflection
Spiraling Sanctuary of Glass and Timber Promoting Urban Reflection
梦婷 张, 佳钰 王, 洋 黎, 佳钰 王, 洋 黎, 佳钰 王, 洋 黎, 佳钰 王, 洋 黎, 佳钰 王, 洋 黎
The integration of a spiraling staircase with transparent glass walls and warm wooden louvers creates a unique urban sanctuary in Tokyo, designed to foster mindfulness and reflection within a densely populated environment.
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Pyramidal Skylights and Sound-Dampening Walls in Modular Meditation Cabins
Pyramidal Skylights and Sound-Dampening Walls in Modular Meditation Cabins
Ethan Paquette
With its unique pyramidal skylights and carefully crafted sound-dampening walls, the modular meditation cabins offer a serene retreat in the heart of Tokyo’s urban landscape, designed specifically to facilitate mindfulness and self-reflection.
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Cocoon-Like Retreat Crafted with Live-Edge Wood and Moss Integration for Urban Meditation
Cocoon-Like Retreat Crafted with Live-Edge Wood and Moss Integration for Urban Meditation
Justas Zadeika, Emmanuelle Adam
A unique cocoon-like form constructed from live-edge wood and enhanced by moss integration offers an immersive urban retreat, designed specifically for meditation and personal reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Extensive Glass Integrate Nature Within Urban Meditation Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Extensive Glass Integrate Nature Within Urban Meditation Space
Jason Earnest
Nestled within an urban setting, the use of charred wooden shingles and expansive glass invites a seamless connection with nature, creating a serene meditation space designed for mindfulness and reflection.
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Nature-Inspired Retreat Featuring Japanese Cypress and Community-Engaged Floral Integration
Nature-Inspired Retreat Featuring Japanese Cypress and Community-Engaged Floral Integration
Mason Wilson, Aaron Best
Incorporating modular design with Japanese cypress and interactive floral elements, this urban sanctuary serves as a serene retreat for mindfulness and community engagement in the heart of Tokyo.
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