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Porous Copper Roof with Balconies Enhancing Community Living
Porous Copper Roof with Balconies Enhancing Community Living
Matan Gal, Dana Lieber gal
The extended copper roof with porous screens and balconies lends a unique character to a modular living and studio space designed to foster community engagement in a Latvian suburb.
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Rainwater Harvesting Shelters with Timber Cladding for Cyclists
Rainwater Harvesting Shelters with Timber Cladding for Cyclists
Aniko Hegedus, Timea Farkas, Bojana Petroska, Denes Csaszar
With a focus on rainwater harvesting and built using wooden pallets and timber cladding, these shelters provide sustainable resting spaces for cyclists along the European Velo Route 6.
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Concave Roof Cabins with Perforated Metal Skin for Modular Hiking Shelters
Concave Roof Cabins with Perforated Metal Skin for Modular Hiking Shelters
Alviamo Dodaj, Gjergj Kodhima
With concave roofs and a perforated metal skin, these modular cabins provide sustainable shelter for hikers along the Amber Road, blending traditional Latvian aesthetics with modern functionality.
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Forest-Inspired Pavilion Utilizing Reclaimed Wood for Ecosystem Restoration
Forest-Inspired Pavilion Utilizing Reclaimed Wood for Ecosystem Restoration
Gianmarco Rocco
Constructed from reclaimed wood damaged by climate change, the pavilion serves as a multifunctional shelter and educational space, promoting awareness of environmental resilience in areas severely affected by deforestation.
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Framing Landscape Views with Enamelled Lava and Recycled Wood
Framing Landscape Views with Enamelled Lava and Recycled Wood
Sylvain Defelix, Etienne Ajacques, Aurélia Chay
With a central circular space that frames the Hverfjall volcano and incorporates recycled wood and enamelled lava, the design creates an immersive visitor center that fosters a deep connection to the surrounding Icelandic landscape.
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Cork-Clad Retreat with Timber Framing and Elevated Views
Cork-Clad Retreat with Timber Framing and Elevated Views
Michele Armando, Gianmaria Quarta, Tianyi Mao
The elevated observation deck offers panoramic views while the cork-clad exterior and timber framing establish a sustainable retreat that encourages both contemplation and social interaction.
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Cave-Like Shelters with Natural Granite and Warm Wood in a Secluded Landscape
Cave-Like Shelters with Natural Granite and Warm Wood in a Secluded Landscape
Sara Coelho
Utilizing natural granite and warm wood, the design creates cave-like shelters seamlessly integrated into the landscape, providing writers with a private retreat for creativity and reflection.
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Glowing Greenery with Sliding Petals in a Multifunctional Urban Space
Glowing Greenery with Sliding Petals in a Multifunctional Urban Space
Alexander Chizhik, Sofia Ivanova, Arina Garbunovich
Emphasizing bioluminescence through glowing greenery and dynamic sliding petals, the design creates a versatile urban space that adapts to the rhythms of day and night.
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Tent Roof Pavilion Embracing Natural Greenery with Modular Wooden Counters
Tent Roof Pavilion Embracing Natural Greenery with Modular Wooden Counters
Jurģis Prikulis
The tent roof structure integrates seamlessly with existing trees while offering modular wooden counters for a communal food court experience.
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Peek-a-Boo Openings in A Tilted Thatched Roof Shelter Built with SPF Lumber
Peek-a-Boo Openings in A Tilted Thatched Roof Shelter Built with SPF Lumber
Hanbing Wu, Helia Mahdavian, Fiona Lam
The tilted thatched roof, with its peek-a-boo openings and SPF lumber construction, harmonizes with the landscape to create a versatile shelter for catering and social interaction.
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Recycled Plastic Shelter with Hybrid Roofs for Sustainable Living
Recycled Plastic Shelter with Hybrid Roofs for Sustainable Living
Lenz tychonoff Tedadjio guimfacq, Emmaüs Djuami tchami, Berthold franklin Touoyem nimpa, Bobys Mbe
Constructed from recycled plastic and hybrid roof panels, this compact shelter provides sustainable living solutions in the densely populated environment of Kibera.
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Sculpted Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Shelters With Laminated Wood Interiors For Cyclists
Sculpted Fiber-Reinforced Concrete Shelters With Laminated Wood Interiors For Cyclists
Brim Vermeulen, Paul Van den hof
Sculpted from fiber-reinforced concrete and enhanced by the warmth of laminated wood, these modular bicycle shelters provide cyclists along the Eurovelo 6 route with secure storage and comfortable resting areas integrated seamlessly into the landscape.
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Barrel-Vaulted Space Crafted with Marine-Grade Plywood and Larch
Barrel-Vaulted Space Crafted with Marine-Grade Plywood and Larch
Scott Raper
Constructed with marine-grade plywood and larch, the cabin features a barrel-vaulted design that integrates expansive coastal views, providing a versatile shelter for up to four occupants.
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Clear Oak Cladding and Cross Laminated Timber Shelter for Hikers
Clear Oak Cladding and Cross Laminated Timber Shelter for Hikers
Tomas Mor
Constructed with clear oak cladding and Cross Laminated Timber, the facility provides a warm and functional shelter for hikers at the base of Hverfjall Volcano.
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Natural Stone Urn Shelf In A Tranquil Space For Reflection
Natural Stone Urn Shelf In A Tranquil Space For Reflection
Lukas Kerner
A natural stone urn shelf anchors a tranquil space that invites both reflection and community gathering, seamlessly blending with its surrounding landscape of trees and native plants.
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Perforated Canopy of Recycled Materials Creating Community Shelter
Perforated Canopy of Recycled Materials Creating Community Shelter
Larysa Kurylas, Daniela Pardo
The engaging canopy, crafted from perforated panels and recycled materials, provides shelter and natural light while creating a community space for reading and interaction in an urban setting.
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Swimming Pool with Perforated Walls Surrounded by Oak Canopy and Elevated Micro-Shelters
Swimming Pool with Perforated Walls Surrounded by Oak Canopy and Elevated Micro-Shelters
Petrica Butusina
Perforated walls of the swimming pool create an aquatic habitat while elevated micro-shelters offer refuge for wildlife beneath a canopy of protected oaks, serving as a wellness center that invites a harmonious interaction between nature and users.
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Hemp-Curtained Pavilion Creating Community Spaces at a Music Festival
Hemp-Curtained Pavilion Creating Community Spaces at a Music Festival
Tsubasa Iwahashi
Constructed with hemp curtains that provide flexibility and shelter, the pavilion serves as a communal space at the Sansusī music festival, designed to facilitate social interaction and relaxation between performances.
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Modular Shelter with Community Focus Near Ukrainian Border
Modular Shelter with Community Focus Near Ukrainian Border
Yang Youngryeol, Nara Han, somang kang, younghee kim
A vertical structure composed of modular units provides a safe haven for refugees near the Ukrainian border, emphasizing community and adaptability amid ongoing conflict.
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Translucent Roof Canopy Highlighting Local Timber For Community Gathering
Translucent Roof Canopy Highlighting Local Timber For Community Gathering
Quoc Uong, Thanh Hieu Nguyen
A translucent roof canopy crafted from local timber serves as a central feature for this community gathering space, designed to enhance social interaction while minimizing environmental impact during the Sansusi Music Festival.
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