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Timber Curves and Scenic Decks at a Volcano Rest Stop

Timber Curves and Scenic Decks at a Volcano Rest Stop

Carla Tjandra

Soft timber curves flow around outdoor decks, offering expansive views of Hverfjall while serving as a vital rest stop for visitors in northern Iceland.

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Telescopic Structure Offering Panoramic Views and Immersive Cinema Experience

Telescopic Structure Offering Panoramic Views and Immersive Cinema Experience

Wenxuan Sun, Chengzhi Zhang

With its telescopic form that extends toward the landscape and large windows providing expansive views, the design creates an immersive cinema experience in a striking natural setting.

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Curved Wood Panels and Fabric Enclosure Enhance Urban Meditation Space

Museong Kim

Constructed around existing street trees, the meditation cabin employs curved wood panels and a fabric facade to create an intimate space for self-reflection within the urban landscape.

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Curvilinear Forms and Mineral Wool Insulation in a Volcano Visitor Center

Curvilinear Forms and Mineral Wool Insulation in a Volcano Visitor Center

Guillermo Rage

Characterized by curvilinear forms that echo the natural flow of lava, the visitor center utilizes mineral wool insulation to enhance thermal performance while providing visitors with an immersive connection to the volcanic landscape.

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Petal-Inspired Peaks Blending with Mountainous Terrain

Petal-Inspired Peaks Blending with Mountainous Terrain

Alejandro Carreras

Drawing from the natural forms of flowers, the structure's petal-inspired peaks seamlessly integrate with the mountainous landscape of northern Portugal to create a functional space that emphasizes ecological harmony and local topography.

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Curved Windows and Cedar Frames in a Restorative Mountain Sanctuary

Curved Windows and Cedar Frames in a Restorative Mountain Sanctuary

Pasinee Jiemcharoenying

With its curved windows and cross laminated timber construction, the retreat offers a multi-level sanctuary that fosters relaxation and connection to the surrounding Portuguese mountains.

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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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Curvilinear Concrete Forms Enhancing Community Engagement in a Sustainable Cultural Venue

Curvilinear Concrete Forms Enhancing Community Engagement in a Sustainable Cultural Venue

WANG JIAYI

Curvilinear concrete walls create a dynamic space for poetry and performance, fostering community interaction within a culturally rich environment.

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Curvilinear Shelter Crafted from GRC and Native Timber in the Icelandic Highlands

Curvilinear Shelter Crafted from GRC and Native Timber in the Icelandic Highlands

Michael James O'reilly, Yaseen Sharif Bhatti, Murathan Alp özok, Jizhe Han

Crafted with glass-reinforced concrete and local timber, this curvilinear structure harmonizes with the Icelandic Highlands while serving as a multifunctional visitor center and ski facility.

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Curvilinear Structure Enhanced by Gold-Lattice Accents and Sustainable Concrete Elements

Curvilinear Structure Enhanced by Gold-Lattice Accents and Sustainable Concrete Elements

Maria Inmaculada Concepcion Fernandez Callejas, Jose Francisco Castillo Estevez

Gold-lattice accents complement the curvilinear form and precast concrete structure, transforming the residence into a functional embodiment of hospitality and cultural identity.

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Serpentine Structure with Mechanized Screens Overlooking Wetlands

Serpentine Structure with Mechanized Screens Overlooking Wetlands

Aditi Vyas

The serpentine form, wrapped around a cuboidal structure and enhanced by mechanized screens, creates a unique visitor center that invites reflection and interaction within the wetlands of Al-Wathba.

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Lighthouse-Inspired Residence Featuring Clay and Straw Construction Amid Coastal Views

Kinga Kopczyk, Sara Gorczyńska

Rising from the coastal landscape, this residence showcases a harmonious blend of clay and straw construction, emphasized by a unique lighthouse-inspired form that maximizes natural light and panoramic sea views, fulfilling its purpose as a modern home.

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Erosion Checks and Rammed Earth Crafting a Community Space Over Time

Anna Szerján

With rammed earth walls that evolve over time through carefully placed erosion checks, the Pavilion creates a dynamic community space that reflects the changing nature of its environment.

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Timber Battens and Curvilinear Forms Enhance Vineyard Integration in Hospitality Design

Timber Battens and Curvilinear Forms Enhance Vineyard Integration in Hospitality Design

Petek Esme

Timber battens and curvilinear forms create a harmonious connection with the surrounding vineyards in a hospitality complex designed to enhance visitor engagement and exploration of its many amenities.

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Curvilinear Wood Structures Nestled Among Green Terraces for Relaxation

Curvilinear Wood Structures Nestled Among Green Terraces for Relaxation

Shiyue Zhang

Curvilinear wood structures form an immersive retreat that integrates with the surrounding forest, offering spaces for relaxation and wellness through natural light and sustainable features.

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Underwater Experience With Curvilinear Forms and Community-Focused Sleeping Pods

Underwater Experience With Curvilinear Forms and Community-Focused Sleeping Pods

Elizabeth Mcdonald

Fluid curvilinear forms create an underwater sensation while promoting community engagement through flexible sleeping pods in a guesthouse that harmonizes with the landscape of Lake Myvatn.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Steel Cables Create Seamless Landscapes for Elevated Nature Interaction

Charred Wooden Shingles and Steel Cables Create Seamless Landscapes for Elevated Nature Interaction

Maki Mishima, Kazuya Soeda

Charred wooden shingles and steel cables entwine to create a series of observation platforms that elevate visitor engagement with the natural landscape of Kemer National Park.

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Biophilic Design Featuring Organic Forms and Concrete Utilization in a Community Space

Biophilic Design Featuring Organic Forms and Concrete Utilization in a Community Space

Zhifei Chen, Sam Landon, Sam Landon

The innovative use of concrete and extensive glazing creates a seamless integration of nature and urbanity, establishing a multifunctional gathering space that fosters community engagement and artistic expression.

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Organic Form and Exposed Aggregate Concrete in a Sustainable Micro-Cottage

Organic Form and Exposed Aggregate Concrete in a Sustainable Micro-Cottage

Rory Christian Noble-turner

Utilizing an organic form crafted from exposed aggregate concrete, this micro-cottage seamlessly integrates Celtic design influences with energy-efficient features to create a functional living space harmonizing with its natural surroundings.

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Hydroponic Systems and Recycled Glass Elements in A Sustainable Community Setting

Hydroponic Systems and Recycled Glass Elements in A Sustainable Community Setting

Cris Angelo Soriano, Algernon Asinas Soriano

Utilizing hydroponic systems and recycled glass, the design integrates sustainable living practices with advanced water management solutions to create a self-sufficient residential community.

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Set within a remote desert landscape, the installation engages with the surrounding geology through a restrained formal language and material palette. It is conceived as a space for reflection and observation, where geometric structures frame the vastness of the environment.

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A PLATFORM FOR OBSERVATION, CIRCULATION, AND GATHERING

Hadi Koohihabibi, Pariya Shahbazi, Parsa Kavosi, Kimia Salimzadeh

Located in a small urban center adjacent to open landscape, the structure supports both elevated viewing and pedestrian circulation across its site. Designed to enhance public engagement, it responds to local context through its spatial configuration and material logic.

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Wrapped in charred wooden shingles and built from cross-laminated timber, this community spa blends wellness, sustainability, and landscape-driven design in a remote Icelandic setting.

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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 Resilient Design for Displaced Communities

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Abdollah Enferadi, Fateme Kameli, Alireza Rezaei, Arash Shariati

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Search results for: “Soft curves”

22 projects found:

Timber Curves and Scenic Decks at a Volcano Rest Stop

Telescopic Structure Offering Panoramic Views and Immersive Cinema Experience

Curved Wood Panels and Fabric Enclosure Enhance Urban Meditation Space

Curvilinear Forms and Mineral Wool Insulation in a Volcano Visitor Center

Petal-Inspired Peaks Blending with Mountainous Terrain

Curved Windows and Cedar Frames in a Restorative Mountain Sanctuary

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

Curvilinear Concrete Forms Enhancing Community Engagement in a Sustainable Cultural Venue

Curvilinear Shelter Crafted from GRC and Native Timber in the Icelandic Highlands

Curvilinear Structure Enhanced by Gold-Lattice Accents and Sustainable Concrete Elements

Serpentine Structure with Mechanized Screens Overlooking Wetlands

Lighthouse-Inspired Residence Featuring Clay and Straw Construction Amid Coastal Views

Erosion Checks and Rammed Earth Crafting a Community Space Over Time

Timber Battens and Curvilinear Forms Enhance Vineyard Integration in Hospitality Design

Curvilinear Wood Structures Nestled Among Green Terraces for Relaxation

Underwater Experience With Curvilinear Forms and Community-Focused Sleeping Pods

Charred Wooden Shingles and Steel Cables Create Seamless Landscapes for Elevated Nature Interaction

Biophilic Design Featuring Organic Forms and Concrete Utilization in a Community Space

Organic Form and Exposed Aggregate Concrete in a Sustainable Micro-Cottage

Hydroponic Systems and Recycled Glass Elements in A Sustainable Community Setting

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A Climate-Responsive Residence with Living Walls and Voids

A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

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

A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

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