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Rattan-Enhanced Senior Living Community Integrating Natural Landscapes and Sustainable Materials
Rattan-Enhanced Senior Living Community Integrating Natural Landscapes and Sustainable Materials
Justine Meita Effendi, Kaai Yu Kyris Lam
Crafted with locally sourced rattan and durable brick, the design intertwines community engagement and spiritual spaces within lush gardens to create a harmonious living environment tailored for seniors.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Native Plants in a Sustainable Senior Living Community
Charred Wooden Shingles and Native Plants in a Sustainable Senior Living Community
Max Fudal, Emiliano Romero, Andrew Roche
Charred wooden shingles and terraces adorned with native plants create a seamless blend of sustainable living and community engagement in a thoughtfully designed senior housing environment.
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Terracotta Cladding and Glass Facades Enhance Community Living for Seniors
Terracotta Cladding and Glass Facades Enhance Community Living for Seniors
Piroska Varga
Incorporating terracotta cladding and expansive glass facades, the design fosters a harmonious integration of natural light and communal spaces, serving as a vibrant co-living community for seniors.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Foster Community Engagement in Senior Living Environments
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Foster Community Engagement in Senior Living Environments
Bart Coolen, Samanwita Ghosh
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and extensive green roofs, this senior living environment seamlessly integrates nature and community, promoting well-being and independence.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping Garden Terraces in A Thoughtfully Designed Senior Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping Garden Terraces in A Thoughtfully Designed Senior Residence
Fatemeh Kalantari, Peter Hirth
Nestled within a vibrant landscape, charred wooden shingles and expansive garden terraces create an inviting atmosphere that redefines senior living by fostering community and connection among residents.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Concrete Foundations Shaping Community Spaces for Senior Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Concrete Foundations Shaping Community Spaces for Senior Living
Choi Taeju
Blending charred wooden shingles with concrete to create an inviting and accessible living environment, the design fosters community connections and supports senior residents in a harmonious setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cantilevered Terraces in a Community-Focused Elder Living Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cantilevered Terraces in a Community-Focused Elder Living Space
Konstantin Kim
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cantilevered terraces, the design fosters a sense of community for elderly residents, seamlessly blending private living with shared spaces in a thoughtfully integrated environment.
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Bamboo Louvers and Green Roofs Enhance Community Living in Sustainable Senior Facility
Bamboo Louvers and Green Roofs Enhance Community Living in Sustainable Senior Facility
Juanita Ramirez
Innovatively designed with bamboo louvers and a lush green roof, this senior living facility seamlessly blends natural elements with functional spaces, creating an inviting environment for community-focused care.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Multi-Functional Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Multi-Functional Community Hub
Hyosik Kim, Youngjun Lee, Hyeju Cho
Showcasing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design embodies a blend of modern sustainability and community spirit, providing essential housing solutions in a vibrant urban landscape.
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Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles Shaping Resilient Urban Living
Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles Shaping Resilient Urban Living
Jesse Pringle, Yara Gamal
Utilizing cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles, this urban development redefines community living through sustainable design, providing adaptable residential spaces that cater to diverse needs.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Intergenerational Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Intergenerational Living Spaces
Keith James Evans, Amy Leanne F Blencoe, James Oliver Salman, Aston Richardson Oakes
Blending the tactile warmth of cross-laminated timber panels with the rustic appeal of charred wooden shingles, this senior housing initiative in Winchester fosters community interactions and promotes connection among diverse generations.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Stone Shape A Harmonious Senior Community Amidst Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Local Stone Shape A Harmonious Senior Community Amidst Nature
Awar Meman, Taite McLoughlin
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and local stone, the architectural design invites residents to thrive in a thoughtfully integrated senior community that embraces nature while promoting social engagement and well-being.
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Curvilinear Design Featuring Hand-Plastered Gypsum and Natural Stone in a Community-Centric Residence
Curvilinear Design Featuring Hand-Plastered Gypsum and Natural Stone in a Community-Centric Residence
Shravan kumar Shetty
Curvilinear walls crafted from hand-plastered gypsum and enhanced by local stone seamlessly integrate with a central courtyard, fostering community engagement in a residence designed for seniors.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofing in a Community-Oriented Senior Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofing in a Community-Oriented Senior Residence
Emma Chudoba
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and extensive green roofing, this senior residence seamlessly blends sustainable materials with a design that fosters community engagement and connection to nature.
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Garden Pool Integrating Glass Facades and Warm Wood Accents for Welcoming Senior Living
Garden Pool Integrating Glass Facades and Warm Wood Accents for Welcoming Senior Living
Hakam Debayat
Incorporating a serene garden pool and expansive glass facades within warm wood accents, this senior living facility promotes connectivity and well-being, creating an inviting atmosphere for community interaction and individual reflection.
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Marble-Inspired Community Living with Adaptive Louvers and Native Plant Integration
Marble-Inspired Community Living with Adaptive Louvers and Native Plant Integration
Ted Porter, Jamaisi Albert, Gong Chen, Noelia Linares
Incorporating the essence of traditional marble quarrying, this elderly retirement home utilizes concrete structures adorned with operable louvers and lush communal gardens to create a vibrant and connected living environment.
portugal retirement community housing seniors garden accessibility sustainability concrete quarry
Mud Brick Facade and Communal Gardens Enhance Senior Living Experience in Eco-Friendly Facility
Mud Brick Facade and Communal Gardens Enhance Senior Living Experience in Eco-Friendly Facility
Oskar Stare, Julius Andersson
Integrating a mud brick facade with lush communal gardens, the design prioritizes accessibility and natural light, creating a supportive environment tailored for senior living.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Translucent Glass Create Inviting Spaces in a Nature-Integrated Retirement Community
Charred Wooden Shingles and Translucent Glass Create Inviting Spaces in a Nature-Integrated Retirement Community
Martin Borquez, Alexis Alvarado, Felipe Quispe
Nestled amidst a vibrant landscape, the integration of charred wooden shingles and expansive translucent glass creates an inviting atmosphere that fosters community and connection in a thoughtfully designed retirement home.
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Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Create Adaptive Community Living in Urban Setting
Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Create Adaptive Community Living in Urban Setting
Aixuan Li
Utilizing cross-laminated timber and charred wooden finishes, the design innovatively combines adaptability and accessibility in an urban environment, creating a vibrant community space focused on affordable living.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define A Modern Affordable Housing Solution
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define A Modern Affordable Housing Solution
Francio Henry, Roxann Berry, Ryan Johnson
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design embodies sustainable principles while providing affordable housing that fosters community interaction and connection to nature.
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