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Framed Views and Perforated Light in a Semi-Enclosed Lookout Point

Harun Sabljaković, Sabina Filipović

Perforated surfaces and prismatic forms create a unique interplay of light and shadow at the lookout point, designed to enhance visitor engagement with the surrounding volcanic landscape.

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Fire-Coated Steel Structure Wrapped in Warm Wood Amid Natural Landscapes

Fire-Coated Steel Structure Wrapped in Warm Wood Amid Natural Landscapes

Dan Rubenzahl, Gabriel Ramirez, Mariam El zein, Farah Elmajdoub

Fire-coated steel columns rise alongside warm wood cladding, providing elevated observation points that enhance the experience of bird watching amidst the natural landscape of Pape Nature Park.

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Steel Canopies and 3D Printed Spaces at Hverfjall Volcano

Ekaterina Starovoytova

Curved steel canopies and a 3D printed cave structure enhance the visitor experience at Hverfjall Volcano, providing shelter and stunning views in a sensitive natural landscape.

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Rammed Earth Formwork Inspired by Flamingo Nests in a Visitor Hub

Rammed Earth Formwork Inspired by Flamingo Nests in a Visitor Hub

Daniel Mabie, Zachary Field

Rammed earth formwork emulating flamingo nests creates a unique visitor hub that connects people with the Al Wathba wetland landscape while showcasing local flora through thoughtfully integrated motifs.

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Haystack Tower Embracing Nature with CNC-Milled Wood and Panoramic Views

Haystack Tower Embracing Nature with CNC-Milled Wood and Panoramic Views

Mackenzie Champlin, Kristiana Burgi, Teodora Velkova

Built with CNC-milled wood, the haystack tower creatively reinterprets traditional forms to offer visitors panoramic views of the surrounding landscape while providing an interactive observation experience.

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Cavernous Visitor Center Crafted from Volcanic Boulders and Pumice Stones

Cavernous Visitor Center Crafted from Volcanic Boulders and Pumice Stones

Ron Noble, Arthur Goldstein

Constructed from local volcanic boulders and pumice stones, the visitor center offers a cavernous space that merges with the Icelandic landscape, inviting exploration of the region's unique geological heritage.

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Charred Timber Pavilions Integrating Natural Light in a Workshop Retreat

Charred Timber Pavilions Integrating Natural Light in a Workshop Retreat

Maximilian Cooke

Charred timber pavilions blend with a historic stone barn, utilizing natural light and outdoor spaces to create an engaging environment for workshops and retreats.

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Fallen Wooden Form with Natural Palm Canopy for Bird Observation

Fallen Wooden Form with Natural Palm Canopy for Bird Observation

Wenjing Zheng, Hang Tan, Ziyi Du, Wei Mao

Constructed with a fallen wooden form and openwork walls woven from date-palm leaves, the observation tower promotes immersive birdwatching experiences while seamlessly integrating into the Abu Dhabi wetlands.

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Triangular Timber Structure Integrating Hand-Powered Lift Within Natural Landscape

Triangular Timber Structure Integrating Hand-Powered Lift Within Natural Landscape

Gwendolyn Butler

Defined by its triangular timber panels and a minimalist support structure, the observation tower combines sustainability with functionality to enhance birdwatching experiences in the Latvian landscape.

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Timber Observation Tower with Eco-Friendly Gabion Foundation Overlooking Biodiversity

Timber Observation Tower with Eco-Friendly Gabion Foundation Overlooking Biodiversity

Alexander Gaul, Morgan Wild

Elevated above the landscape, a timber observation tower integrates with its surroundings while employing a gabion foundation to enhance stability and facilitate engagement with the rich biodiversity of Lake Pape.

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Engaging Views Through Expansive Concrete and Stone Spaces

Engaging Views Through Expansive Concrete and Stone Spaces

Suzane Kteich

With expansive operable walls and a semi-enclosed gathering area anchored by a unique table, the design connects visitors to the vineyard landscape while providing versatile spaces for social interaction and contemplation.

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Jagged Concrete Panels Interacting With Light Create A Reflective Space For Remembrance

Jagged Concrete Panels Interacting With Light Create A Reflective Space For Remembrance

Jiaqi Yi, Karina Leong, Jeremy Chan

Jagged concrete panels that interact with natural light form a reflective space for remembrance, inviting visitors to engage with the complex narratives of genocide while fostering an atmosphere of contemplation and education.

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Boiseries and Incremental Growth in a Flexible Museum Space

Boiseries and Incremental Growth in a Flexible Museum Space

Dimitris Antoniou, Evangelia Paschali, Sofia Krassopoulou

With a strong emphasis on incremental growth and the inclusion of historical boiseries, the design redefines the Museum of the Horse as a versatile cultural hub that seamlessly integrates public engagement with dynamic exhibition space.

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Gabion Walls Integrate with Historical Stigas to Enhance Community Interaction

Gabion Walls Integrate with Historical Stigas to Enhance Community Interaction

Jerome w Haferd, K brandt Knapp, Keren Dillard, Anete Luste

Constructed with gabion walls and aligned with historical stigas, the tower serves as a communal hub, facilitating interaction between humans and horses in a vibrant agricultural landscape.

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Emerging From Lava: A Ground-Level Visitor Center Embracing Natural Terrain

Emerging From Lava: A Ground-Level Visitor Center Embracing Natural Terrain

Emmanouil Marakakis, Chaido Kaproulia

Rising from the unique lava formations, the visitor center's ground-emerging design encourages local flora to thrive above while providing essential services and information for visitors.

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Curved Earth-Rammed Walls and Corrugated Metal Roof Define Community Living in Iceland

Curved Earth-Rammed Walls and Corrugated Metal Roof Define Community Living in Iceland

Timothee Mercier

Curved earth-rammed walls and a corrugated metal roof create a modern longhouse in Iceland that fosters community living while respecting traditional architectural forms.

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Reflective Courtyard Embracing Stone and Concrete in a Forest Retreat

Reflective Courtyard Embracing Stone and Concrete in a Forest Retreat

Stanley ka chun Leung

A semi-enclosed reflective courtyard complements the adaptive reuse of historical stone walls and concrete, creating a serene environment for a guesthouse immersed in the surrounding forest.

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Colorful Geometry and Pine Wood Integration in an Observation Structure Within a National Park

Colorful Geometry and Pine Wood Integration in an Observation Structure Within a National Park

Kanokphan Treemongkolchok, Sathaphon Ontongin

A vibrant interplay of circular, triangular, and rectangular geometries made from sustainably sourced pine wood elevates the observation tower, offering expansive viewpoints while seamlessly integrating into the natural landscape of Kemeri National Park.

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Transparent Polycarbonate Enclosure Over Natural Timber Framework in an Accessible Observation Tower

Transparent Polycarbonate Enclosure Over Natural Timber Framework in an Accessible Observation Tower

James Brillon

A continuous ramp wraps around a transparent polycarbonate shell, allowing visitors to engage with the natural landscape while experiencing the warmth of the timber framework in an accessible observation tower.

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Radial Timber Profiles and Thatch Canopies Create Semi-Enclosed Trekkers’ Shelters on the Amber Coast

Radial Timber Profiles and Thatch Canopies Create Semi-Enclosed Trekkers’ Shelters on the Amber Coast

Paul McCoy, Sydney Farris

Radial timber profiles, skillfully machined for structural support, combined with thatch canopies, create a series of semi-enclosed shelters designed for trekkers along the amber coast.

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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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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

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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.

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The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates

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Hubert Pierre Olivier Charlaix, Mathieu Henri Pierre Nouhen

Situated in a remote and climatically challenging environment, the design responds to the need for shelter and communal space within a rugged natural landscape. The approach reflects regional building traditions while addressing functional requirements for comfort and protection.

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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

Silviu Virgil Aldea

Located in a temperate climate zone, the residence explores a modern approach to family living through a series of interlocking volumes. The design emphasizes a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting adaptable living patterns while responding to environmental considerations.

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A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

Kristýna Rosecká, Sandro Nanić

The design responds to pressing housing needs in regions affected by climate change and urban displacement, focusing on sustainable, self-sufficient living solutions.

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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

Ryan Kirkness

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design harmonizes with the Mývatn landscape, providing a functional ski cabin that balances modern amenities with local materiality.

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Search results for: “Semi-enclosed”

29 projects found:

Framed Views and Perforated Light in a Semi-Enclosed Lookout Point

Fire-Coated Steel Structure Wrapped in Warm Wood Amid Natural Landscapes

Steel Canopies and 3D Printed Spaces at Hverfjall Volcano

Rammed Earth Formwork Inspired by Flamingo Nests in a Visitor Hub

Haystack Tower Embracing Nature with CNC-Milled Wood and Panoramic Views

Cavernous Visitor Center Crafted from Volcanic Boulders and Pumice Stones

Charred Timber Pavilions Integrating Natural Light in a Workshop Retreat

Fallen Wooden Form with Natural Palm Canopy for Bird Observation

Triangular Timber Structure Integrating Hand-Powered Lift Within Natural Landscape

Timber Observation Tower with Eco-Friendly Gabion Foundation Overlooking Biodiversity

Engaging Views Through Expansive Concrete and Stone Spaces

Jagged Concrete Panels Interacting With Light Create A Reflective Space For Remembrance

Boiseries and Incremental Growth in a Flexible Museum Space

Gabion Walls Integrate with Historical Stigas to Enhance Community Interaction

Emerging From Lava: A Ground-Level Visitor Center Embracing Natural Terrain

Curved Earth-Rammed Walls and Corrugated Metal Roof Define Community Living in Iceland

Reflective Courtyard Embracing Stone and Concrete in a Forest Retreat

Colorful Geometry and Pine Wood Integration in an Observation Structure Within a National Park

Transparent Polycarbonate Enclosure Over Natural Timber Framework in an Accessible Observation Tower

Radial Timber Profiles and Thatch Canopies Create Semi-Enclosed Trekkers’ Shelters on the Amber Coast

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A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

The Triangular Retreat for Harsh Climates

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

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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