An openable façade crafted from glass and wood creates a seamless blend between indoor comfort and the surrounding forest, providing a tranquil retreat designed for relaxation and contemplation.
A foundation of raw trunks supports a structure that divides spaces for flower essence treatment and meditation, offering a tranquil retreat that deeply connects with its natural environment.
Elevated on stilts to prevent moisture issues, the structure integrates sliding walls and wooden panels, creating a flexible and sustainable living space that embraces natural light and the surrounding landscape.
Constructed with straw insulation and finished in clay, this home incorporates advanced water management systems, offering a compact yet functional living space focused on sustainability.
Hard-pressed bamboo walls and an integrated hydroponic system create a compact living environment designed for sustainable urban lifestyles in Southeast Asia.
Located in the Sicilian countryside, a home integrates rotating bamboo walls and a rainwater collection system to create a flexible living space that harmonizes with its rural environment.
Utilizing movable wooden panels for adaptable spatial configurations, this sustainable residence emphasizes flexibility and user-centered living in a suburban context.
With its reflective solar panels and modular design, the microhome seamlessly integrates sustainability and adaptability to create a versatile living space suited for modern lifestyles.
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and local hardwood, this compact urban dwelling maximizes functionality while promoting sustainable living for young families in densely populated neighborhoods.
Constructed using rammed earth and sustainable timber, the pavilion incorporates geothermal systems and a green roof to create a versatile cultural space dedicated to Icelandic cinema amidst a dramatic volcanic landscape.
With revolving walls and a sanctuary tub framed in cross-laminated timber, the design encapsulates a modern retreat for couples, harmonizing intimate space with the surrounding landscape through sustainable construction methods.
A Corten steel altar anchors a tranquil space constructed from rammed earth, offering a dedicated environment for meditation and self-reflection amid the surrounding natural landscape.
Translucent panels and a circular room define a series of pavilions crafted from precast concrete, creating a serene environment that supports meditation and reflection within a lush garden setting.
Clarissa Bianchi,Christian adolf Ilagan,Wei qiang massimo Hu,Laura daniela Lancheros peñuela
Incorporating bamboo lining and rock wool insulation, the residence emphasizes energy efficiency and flexible spatial arrangements to support a variety of functions while fostering a connection to nature.
Set against the backdrop of Iceland's volcanic landscape, the design utilizes reflex glass and volcanic rock to create a multipurpose museum that invites exploration of natural phenomena such as the northern lights.
A circular museum inspired by Iceland's volcanic landscapes integrates a connector that echoes geological forms, culminating in a space for exhibitions and cultural engagement with the natural environment.
Crafted from cross-laminated timber and enhanced by a rainwater harvesting system, this flexible living space fosters community engagement while prioritizing sustainability.
Rammed earth construction combined with geothermal systems creates a resource-efficient residence designed for sustainable living in an urban environment.
Ana-maria Lenghen,Razvan ioan Muntean,Silviu ioan Popa
House Fo(u)r Innerlight(s) is a yoga retreat designed to foster mindfulness and community within a natural forest setting in Latvia. The project emphasizes a circular spatial organization that integrates indoor and outdoor environments while supporting both collective activities and individual reflection.
Integrating fog harvesting technology with locally sourced spruce plywood, this elevated residence offers a unique approach to sustainability while providing functional living spaces within a serene forest setting.
Located in the wetland landscape of Big Slough and Silver Lake, the design offers a vertical exploration of the natural environment through a carefully articulated watchtower structure. The project merges ecological awareness with spatial complexity, creating an architectural framework for observation, movement, and interaction.
Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6ideas COMPETITIONSILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Set within a contemporary residential context in the United Arab Emirates, the design explores the relationship between traditional urban forms and present-day living requirements. It emphasizes community interaction, environmental responsiveness, and adaptability, responding to both cultural and climatic conditions.
Designed for a residential setting in Dubai, the architecture responds to the demands of desert living through passive strategies, adaptable spatial planning, and material efficiency. The layout emphasizes a balance between privacy and communal life, with a focus on outdoor integration.
Positioned within the prairie landscape of De Smet, the structure functions as a vertical marker that combines public utility with cultural reference. Its design responds to local narratives and environmental conditions, offering spaces for observation, orientation, and gathering.
Located within a uniform residential landscape in the United Arab Emirates, the design introduces a contemporary response to the region’s repetitive built environment. It proposes a modular residential typology that accommodates changing household needs while engaging with its environmental and social context.
Constructed with modular cross-laminated timber panels and green roof systems, the design establishes a contemporary urban hub that supports intergenerational living and promotes social cohesion.
Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
Edition #6ideas COMPETITIONSILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
Edition #7ideas COMPETITIONSILENT CONTEST For this competition, NO DESCRIPTION TEXT is allowed. The architecture ideas must be communicated strictly with visuals.