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Cylindrical Design Featuring Reclaimed Stone and Metal Mesh in a Sustainable Ski Cabin

Cylindrical Design Featuring Reclaimed Stone and Metal Mesh in a Sustainable Ski Cabin

Cynthia Khalil Saadeh, Khalil Jawanza Parris

The cylindrical oculus at the heart of the cabin captures breathtaking views of the northern lights while its exterior combines reclaimed stone and metal mesh to create a sustainable retreat designed for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Timber Panels Create a Retreat Designed for Northern Lights Experiences

Charred Wooden Shingles and Timber Panels Create a Retreat Designed for Northern Lights Experiences

Chiara Fiorindo, Fjolla Sllovinja, Philip jonathan Kolevsohn

Crafted with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the retreat seamlessly integrates into the Icelandic landscape, providing an intimate setting for guests to experience the Northern Lights in comfort.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Transparent Glass Create a Versatile Observation Space for Northern Lights

Charred Wooden Shingles and Transparent Glass Create a Versatile Observation Space for Northern Lights

Farah Elmajdoub, Mariam Elzein

Combining charred wooden shingles and expansive glass elements, the design facilitates immersive viewing of the Northern Lights while providing adaptable spaces that encourage community interaction and connection to nature.

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Repurposed Concrete Pods with Cork Insulation for Sustainable Glamping Experience

Repurposed Concrete Pods with Cork Insulation for Sustainable Glamping Experience

Delson or sherman architects Pc, Jeff Sherman, Perla Delson

Constructed from repurposed concrete pipes and lined with cork insulation, the design offers a minimalist yet comfortable environment for guests to experience the Northern Lights while promoting sustainability.

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Charred Wood Cladding and Panoramic Views in a Northern Retreat

Charred Wood Cladding and Panoramic Views in a Northern Retreat

Jeffrey Vogel

Constructed with charred wood cladding to withstand the elements, this retreat offers unobstructed panoramic views of the northern lights while providing a serene accommodation experience in Iceland's unique landscape.

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Gabion Walls Nestled Among Hollow Pillars in a Northern Lights Observation Center

Gabion Walls Nestled Among Hollow Pillars in a Northern Lights Observation Center

Omar Zakaria, Aya El-sabaawi, Ahmed Ykout

Hollow pillars and gabion walls define a visitor center designed for optimal views of the northern lights, creating an immersive experience that connects people with Iceland's unique geological landscape.

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Curved Design with Biodegradable Wood in Desert Lodges

Curved Design with Biodegradable Wood in Desert Lodges

Shaheen Tabatabaie

The curved forms of the lodges, constructed from biodegradable plastic wood, blend seamlessly with the desert landscape while providing communal and private spaces for residents to engage with their natural surroundings.

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Floating Colorful Boxes with Polycarbonate Panels in a Visitor Center Setting

Floating Colorful Boxes with Polycarbonate Panels in a Visitor Center Setting

Hiroko Hanamura

Brightly colored, polycarbonate-clad boxes appear to float above the landscape, creating a visitor center that reflects the essence of the northern lights while providing essential amenities for exploring Iceland's natural beauty.

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Circular Gathering Space with Prefabricated Wooden Segments in a Volcanic Landscape

Circular Gathering Space with Prefabricated Wooden Segments in a Volcanic Landscape

Maurice Bley, Jean-Claude Welter

Set against a barren volcanic landscape, the circular structure incorporates prefabricated wooden segments and self-sufficient energy systems, providing a functional gathering space that invites visitors to connect with the stunning natural environment.

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Negative Space Emphasized by Reinforced Concrete in a Northern Lights Viewing Center

Negative Space Emphasized by Reinforced Concrete in a Northern Lights Viewing Center

Maciej Szczepanski, Weronika Piotrowska, Kinga Szymczyk, Agnieszka Laska

Incorporating negative space through a striking rift-inspired design, the structure utilizes reinforced concrete to create immersive environments that facilitate cinematic experiences and northern lights observation.

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Crystalline Facade of Local Volcanic Stone and Glass Enveloping an Immersive Lodge Experience

Crystalline Facade of Local Volcanic Stone and Glass Enveloping an Immersive Lodge Experience

Berhan Uludag

A crystalline facade of glass and local volcanic stone captures the essence of the Myvatn landscape, providing an immersive lodge experience designed for observing the northern lights.

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Birch-Clad Guest Houses with Panoramic Windows in the Icelandic Terrain

Birch-Clad Guest Houses with Panoramic Windows in the Icelandic Terrain

Siyka Georgieva, Patricia Fredborg

Designed with non-symmetrical roofs and large panoramic windows, the cabins utilize local birch to offer unique viewpoints of the northern lights while providing comfortable accommodations for visitors in Iceland's dramatic landscape.

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Transportable Dome Structures Crafted from Glass and Metal for Immersive Northern Lights Experiences

Transportable Dome Structures Crafted from Glass and Metal for Immersive Northern Lights Experiences

Marta Cygan, Katarzyna Buchholz

Transparent dome structures crafted from glass and metal provide portable accommodations designed for optimal viewing of the Northern Lights, seamlessly integrating comfort and nature for an immersive guest experience.

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Corten Steel Framing and Gabion Walls Create Elevated Guest Accommodations for Aurora Viewing

Corten Steel Framing and Gabion Walls Create Elevated Guest Accommodations for Aurora Viewing

Bryan Hicks

Constructed with Corten steel and gabion walls, this project offers movable guest accommodations designed for optimal Aurora Borealis viewing against the backdrop of Iceland's rugged landscape.

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Curved Concrete Spine with Expansive Glass Facades in a Natural Landscape Setting

Curved Concrete Spine with Expansive Glass Facades in a Natural Landscape Setting

Rune Nistad, Daniel Loe, Vlad Lyakhov

A curved concrete spine supports expansive glass façades that frame the northern lights, offering guests a unique accommodation experience deeply connected to the surrounding Icelandic landscape.

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Reflective Surfaces and Local Materials Embrace Nature in a Community Museum

Reflective Surfaces and Local Materials Embrace Nature in a Community Museum

Sara Khair

Mirrors reflect the northern lights while local grass, ground, and wood materials create a harmonious connection to the Icelandic landscape within a community museum that invites exploration of Myvatn's natural wonders.

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Elevated Pathways in Volcanic Terrain Enhancing Connection to Nature

Elevated Pathways in Volcanic Terrain Enhancing Connection to Nature

Margaret Fitzpatrick

Elevated pathways constructed on minimally invasive pilons navigate the volcanic landscape, offering gathering spaces that enhance visitor engagement with the natural beauty of the Grjótagjá Rift.

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Mirrored Reflections in Natural Rock: a Gateway to Iceland's Underground Kingdom

Mirrored Reflections in Natural Rock: a Gateway to Iceland's Underground Kingdom

Jorge Duarte torre, Benjamín Peniche calafell, Rodrigo Carazo ortíz

With a ring of mirrors reflecting Iceland’s stunning natural phenomenon and a central tower that invites introspection, the design provides an immersive space that deepens the visitor's connection to the historic Grjótagjá caves.

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Geometric Forms of Concrete and Larch Wood Shaping Cultural Space in Iceland

Geometric Forms of Concrete and Larch Wood Shaping Cultural Space in Iceland

Wisarut Boonumchoo, Phunakorn Kongwatananonda, Pichet Panapitakkul, Nattapat Lerstsongkram

Constructed from locally sourced larch wood and concrete, the pavilion’s geometric forms are designed to engage with Iceland’s dramatic landscape while serving as a cultural hub for film screening and community activity.

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Basalt Facade and Glass Dome Creating Cinematic Experiences in Iceland

Basalt Facade and Glass Dome Creating Cinematic Experiences in Iceland

Paulina Pasek

With its basalt-clad mass and a striking glass dome that maximizes light and views of the northern lights, the pavilion serves as a multifunctional space for cinema and community gatherings in Iceland.

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A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.

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A Visitor Facility with a Vertical Observation Tower

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A Circular Reflection Memorial with Preserved Trees

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The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.

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A Double-Skin Cubic Structure Featuring Translucent Polycarbonate and Local Timber

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Jiansong Yuan, Xiaotong Ni

Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.

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