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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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Undulating Pathways of Pearl and Matt Granite in a Reflective Memorial Space

Undulating Pathways of Pearl and Matt Granite in a Reflective Memorial Space

Eliška Crhová, Veronika Petrúšková

Crafted from undulating pathways of pearl granite and matt metal, the reflective memorial space offers a serene environment for remembrance and introspection amidst a surrounding orchard.

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Auditory Landscape with Apple Trees in Milan's Ecological Waterfront

Auditory Landscape with Apple Trees in Milan's Ecological Waterfront

Qi Chen, Xiaoming Xu, Zhaotao Mai, Yunchuan Xu

With an ecological noise park and apple tree arrays enhancing the auditory experience, the design reimagines an 8 km segment of Milan's Navigli canal as a serene waterfront that prioritizes natural sounds while fostering community interaction.

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Bamboo Tripod Structure Crafted with Susuki Straw for Urban Meditation

Klara Johnsson, Emil Klaar, Alva Lind, Frida Sandberg

Crafted from bamboo and susuki straw, this temporary structure in Tokyo offers an urban sanctuary for meditation, seamlessly connecting nature with the city's rhythm.

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Lattice-Structured Sanctuary Featuring Keyaki and Hinoki Wood

Nick Fish

Employing a lattice structure with Keyaki and Hinoki wood, the design creates a serene retreat that enhances sensory awareness for meditation and reflection.

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Podium-Centered Memorial with Interactive Touchscreen and Engaging Public Spaces

Andre Halim

A podium symbolizes the memory of four students, surrounded by interactive touchscreens and public spaces that invite civic engagement while commemorating historical injustices.

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Lattice-Structured Terrace Embracing Natural Integration in Family Living

Lattice-Structured Terrace Embracing Natural Integration in Family Living

Pablo Medina mora larios, Alvaro quirino Navarro vargas

A lattice-structured terrace seamlessly blends private living spaces with natural surroundings, enhancing family interactions and offering a multifunctional workshop within a cohesive residential framework.

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Light Pillars and Natural Fabrics in a Tranquil Residential Space

Young jin Yang, Jin hyun Kyoung

With its light pillars that strategically illuminate private spaces and the use of turquoise linen and sky blue paper to enhance internal ambiance, the residence serves as a calming environment for both living and clinical functions.

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Ethereal Spaces of Grief Framed in Tufa and Black Granite

Ethereal Spaces of Grief Framed in Tufa and Black Granite

Zeynep özge Yalçın, Kardelen Türkoğlu

Incorporating black granite and tufa stone, the design creates ethereal spaces that foster reflection and communal mourning within a serene columbarium in the Riga Forest.

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Water Feature Anchored by Natural Forms in Urban Tranquility

Karolina Sielski

A flowing waterfall forms the centerpiece of a calming urban oasis inspired by natural forms, providing a unique space for meditation and community interaction amidst the noise of city life.

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Beige Travertine and White Marble Columbarium Embracing Serenity in Natural Landscapes

Beige Travertine and White Marble Columbarium Embracing Serenity in Natural Landscapes

Xianwen Zheng

A columbarium constructed from beige travertine and white marble integrates seamless pathways and a tranquil holy water chamber, offering a serene environment for remembrance within a landscaped cemetery.

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Perforated Façade with Red-Brown Panels Supporting Introspective Spaces for Palliative Care

Soohyun Kim, Jeeyoung Bu, Yeojin Lee

Red-brown perforated panels envelop a hospice designed for introspection and comfort, creating a serene environment that encourages meaningful connections during life's final moments.

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Cascading Water Features Enhancing a Community Waterfront

Cascading Water Features Enhancing a Community Waterfront

Jketa Architects, Roha Landscape architects

Cascading waterfalls and a sculpture pool define an engaging waterfront space that revitalizes the Darsena, offering a vibrant community hub for recreation and social interaction.

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Rammed Earth Walls and Cork Insulation Enhance Energy Efficiency in Residential Living

Lluís Marcet salvador

Constructed with rammed earth walls and enhanced by cork insulation, the residence prioritizes energy efficiency and thermal comfort while providing functional living spaces.

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Tatami Accents and Central Garden in Modular Meditation Pods

Marie christine Dimitri, Ersa Llakmani

With a design centered around energy crystal-shaped modular pods and a tranquil centralized garden, the project offers unique spaces for meditation and reflection within an urban context.

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Fractal Facade and Waterway Soundscape in a WPC Retreat

Jun seo Lee, Eunchae An, Hwang Ji eun, Jiyeon Kang

A fractal facade and integrated waterway soundscape define a WPC cabin designed as a meditative retreat, effectively merging nature with urban life in Tokyo.

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Water Wall and Rounded Flooring Create Serenity in Urban Refuge

Mariusz Piwkowski

A flowing water wall and thoughtfully designed rounded flooring enhance the user experience in a soundproof refuge that offers mental well-being amid the chaos of urban life.

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Timber Retreat Embracing Local Flora for Mindful Connection

Timber Retreat Embracing Local Flora for Mindful Connection

Xintong Chen, Oudom Sou, Kanesha Ramesh, Devid Chheng

Timber structures harmonize with local flora, creating a retreat that prioritizes mindfulness and community connection in a thoughtful response to its Cambodian landscape.

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Liquid Crystal Reflections in Urban Tranquility Pods

Nashid Nabian, Avisa Yazdani, Arash Moaddab

Utilizing e-TransFlector technology, the Urban Calm Pods allow users to experience adjustable reflections and immersive audio-visual environments, transforming urban spaces into accessible retreats for relaxation.

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Wooden Cladding and Lake Views in a Nature-Infused Guest Experience

Wooden Cladding and Lake Views in a Nature-Infused Guest Experience

Armend Begisholli

Constructed with wooden cladding and designed to maximize lake views, the guest house offers a unique retreat focused on wellness and communal experiences in a tranquil natural setting.

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A Modular Reading Pavilion Balancing Solitude and Interaction

A Modular Reading Pavilion Balancing Solitude and Interaction

Edda Meinertz, Jakob Albrecht

The integration of nine modular wooden boxes forms a serene inner dome that offers a versatile reading space, balancing private retreat with community interaction.

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An Educational Center of Crossed Horizons

An Educational Center of Crossed Horizons

Frederic Champagne, Bao Tram Quach

Light-colored sand and pinkish hues define an educational facility that merges porous walls with the natural landscape of a wetland, promoting biodiversity while enhancing visitor engagement.

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Community-Centric Design Featuring Eco-Friendly Photovoltaics and Traditional Azulejos

Community-Centric Design Featuring Eco-Friendly Photovoltaics and Traditional Azulejos

Patryk Włodarczyk

Incorporating traditional azulejos and sustainable photovoltaic panels, the facility fosters community interaction among elderly residents through thoughtfully designed spaces that blend functionality with regional cultural elements.

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Living Well: a Residential Model for Active Ageing

Living Well: a Residential Model for Active Ageing

Kristina Klimova

This residential complex is designed to enhance active ageing to support its elderly residents. It prioritizes autonomy and community engagement, offering a unique blend of individual living spaces and communal areas.

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A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

Sadyr Khabukhayev, Raikhan Seilova

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.

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An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

Menno Joop Johan Smit

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.

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The Repurposed Oil Rigs Supporting Aquatic Communities with Urban Farming

The Repurposed Oil Rigs Supporting Aquatic Communities with Urban Farming

Mark Van Wasbeek, Jules Stefelmanns

Repurposed oil rigs form the foundation for a resilient water-based community, integrating fish farms and urban agriculture to create a sustainable habitat for future residents.

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Wellness Space Elevated in a Forest Canopy

Wellness Space Elevated in a Forest Canopy

Valeria Baeza, Mario Arancibia, Felipe Gonzalez, Tomas Zelada

The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.