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Dome-Shaped Sanctuary Crafted From Sustainable Wood With Expansive Glass Walls for Mindfulness Retreat
Dome-Shaped Sanctuary Crafted From Sustainable Wood With Expansive Glass Walls for Mindfulness Retreat
Simone Ciferri
Crafted from sustainable wood and designed with expansive glass walls, this dome-shaped retreat offers a serene escape that fosters mindfulness and connection with nature.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Concrete Facades Blend Light and Nature in Functional Residential Design
Charred Wood Shingles and Concrete Facades Blend Light and Nature in Functional Residential Design
Bang giang Doan, Hoang Lam Bui, Vinh Hung Nguyen
Charred wood shingles envelop a robust concrete structure, creating a harmonious interplay of light and nature in a thoughtfully designed residential space that fosters connection and tranquility.
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Hydraulic Platform and Flexible Timber Structure Enhancing Mindfulness in Urban Sanctuary
Hydraulic Platform and Flexible Timber Structure Enhancing Mindfulness in Urban Sanctuary
Sofoklis Kaltsios, Iliana Giera
Incorporating a hydraulic platform within a flexible timber structure, this urban sanctuary offers a unique space for mindfulness and meditation, seamlessly blending contemporary design with natural surroundings.
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Kumiko Screens and Folded Metal Form a Tranquil Urban Retreat
Kumiko Screens and Folded Metal Form a Tranquil Urban Retreat
Calum Ramsay
With its intricate kumiko screens and a roof of folded metal, the design creates a serene urban sanctuary that provides essential space for meditation and community reflection.
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Charred Timber Facade and Glass Retreat for Mindfulness in Urban Settings
Charred Timber Facade and Glass Retreat for Mindfulness in Urban Settings
Charles Bloszies
With a facade of charred timber and expansive glass panels, this modular retreat provides an inviting sanctuary for mindfulness amidst the urban landscape of Tokyo.
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Rammed Earth Structure Embracing Local Stone in the Heart of Tuscany
Rammed Earth Structure Embracing Local Stone in the Heart of Tuscany
Oliver Bilak
Constructed with locally sourced rammed earth and stone, this environmentally sensitive building cleverly integrates passive solar design and natural materials to create a welcoming space for community engagement in the heart of Tuscany.
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Sundial-Inspired Structure Featuring Colored Glass and Natural Stone for Community Living
Sundial-Inspired Structure Featuring Colored Glass and Natural Stone for Community Living
Bingfeng Song
With a sundial at its core and an exterior adorned with colored glass and natural stone, the design creates an inspiring environment that fosters community engagement among artists in a secluded mountainous setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Seamless Integration with Nature in Family Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Seamless Integration with Nature in Family Living
Ali Lavasani, Fateme Azizzadeh, Mahdi Fard
Integrating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design harmonizes with its lakefront location while providing a multifunctional living space that encourages community interaction.
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Trellis Canopy of Concrete and Timber Nurtures Contemplation in a Forest Columbarium
Trellis Canopy of Concrete and Timber Nurtures Contemplation in a Forest Columbarium
Alexander Noaks
A trellis canopy of concrete and timber envelops reflective niches in a thoughtfully designed columbarium, seamlessly integrating the structure with Riga’s Forest Cemetery and inviting visitors into a space for contemplation and remembrance.
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Natural Timber Textures Enveloping a Cozy Reading Sanctuary in Italy
Natural Timber Textures Enveloping a Cozy Reading Sanctuary in Italy
Parykhan Ghafour
Nestled within an inspiring narrative of resilience, the reading corner showcases organic timber forms and a tranquil layout, providing a dedicated space for personal reflection and literary exploration.
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Cork Cladding and Large Glass Facades Envelop A Sustainable Guesthouse in a Vineyard Setting
Cork Cladding and Large Glass Facades Envelop A Sustainable Guesthouse in a Vineyard Setting
Azzam bre Mahaputra, Nasrul Hidayat, Muhammad imam Adly, Michael Yohanes
With its innovative use of cork cladding and expansive glass facades, the design harmoniously integrates sustainable materials into a serene guesthouse nestled within the picturesque vineyard landscape.
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Living Space Embraced by Chainlink Fabric and Natural Flora for Community Reflection
Living Space Embraced by Chainlink Fabric and Natural Flora for Community Reflection
Dennis Chiessa
Crafted with a distinctive chainlink exterior that invites nature to intertwine with its structure, this community cabin fosters reflection and social interaction within a serene environment.
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Translucent Plastics and Bamboo Constructs Forming a Tranquil Urban Retreat
Translucent Plastics and Bamboo Constructs Forming a Tranquil Urban Retreat
Anna Pylypenko, Nelia Moroz, Anastasiia Aniskina, Mariia Samiilenko
Crafted from bamboo and wrapped in translucent plastics, this urban sanctuary seamlessly intertwines serene meditation spaces with the dynamic energy of Tokyo, providing a much-needed refuge for reflection amidst city life.
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Reflective Surfaces And Water Features Enhance Community Engagement In A Concrete And Glass Memorial
Reflective Surfaces And Water Features Enhance Community Engagement In A Concrete And Glass Memorial
Andre Halim
Designed with reflective glass panels and serene water features, the memorial serves as a contemplative space that invites community engagement while honoring the narratives of social injustices in Indonesia.
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Curvilinear Design with Local Timber and Expansive Glass in a Reflective Women’s Retreat
Curvilinear Design with Local Timber and Expansive Glass in a Reflective Women’s Retreat
Josselin Bourin
Crafted from local timber and expansive glass, the sanctuary's curvilinear form emerges from the woodland to create a reflective retreat that honors women's stories and fosters community connection.
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Golden Façade and Concrete Retreat Blending Minimalism and Timber Craftsmanship
Golden Façade and Concrete Retreat Blending Minimalism and Timber Craftsmanship
An Li
The interplay of a vibrant yellow façade and sturdy concrete construction invites urban dwellers to retreat into a meticulously crafted meditation cabin, seamlessly integrating personal reflection within the bustling city of Tokyo.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Natural Light in a Compact Urban Sanctuary
Charred Wood Shingles and Natural Light in a Compact Urban Sanctuary
Haowei Pan, Yu Gong, Zirui Jiang
Crafted with charred wood shingles and designed to harness natural light, the meditation cabin offers a serene escape from the bustling urban landscape of Tokyo, inviting users into a space dedicated to mindfulness and reflection.
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Half Logs and Natural Stone Blend Seamlessly with Multi-Functional Spaces in a Contemporary Lakeside Retreat
Half Logs and Natural Stone Blend Seamlessly with Multi-Functional Spaces in a Contemporary Lakeside Retreat
Maneth carmel Nzayikorera
Constructed from half logs and natural stone, this contemporary lakeside retreat fosters a deep connection with nature while providing versatile spaces that cater to artistic living and relaxation.
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Translucent Spaces Crafted with Virtual Materials in a Dynamic Multi-Functional Environment
Translucent Spaces Crafted with Virtual Materials in a Dynamic Multi-Functional Environment
Oliver Perrett
Crafted from reflective virtual materials and expansive translucent spaces, this multi-functional environment redefines interaction by seamlessly integrating a vibrant NFT gallery and serene meditation areas.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Façade Create a Sanctuary for Well-Being in Immersive Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Façade Create a Sanctuary for Well-Being in Immersive Spaces
Viviana Trovato
Charred wooden shingles and expansive glass façades harmoniously converge to create an immersive retreat that prioritizes wellness and serenity amid the demands of everyday life.
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