Constructed with a framework of local spruce wood and insulated with natural wool, the cabin serves as a tranquil retreat for meditation, harmonizing modern minimalism with the surrounding Latvian woods.
Fired spruce cabins embodying the symbolism of Austra's Tree create a tranquil retreat that encourages community engagement and connection to the natural landscape.
Utilizing seagrass for insulation and constructed with cross-laminated timber, this coastal residence integrates sustainable practices while providing a serene living space for its occupants.
Constructed with a canvas canopy and integrated spruce panels, the design offers a tranquil retreat dedicated to silent meditation amidst the natural landscape of Ozolini.
Constructed with hempcrete and a spruce framework, the cabin in Lithuania integrates sustainable water and energy solutions to serve as a reflective retreat in a forested environment.
A meditation cabin with a concrete plinth and spruced interiors merges seamlessly with the landscape, inviting individuals to engage deeply with their surroundings in a tranquil retreat.
Constructed from recycled spruce wood and designed with inclined roofs, this cabin incorporates rainwater harvesting and strategic access points to create a sustainable meditation space immersed in the natural landscape.
Constructed using spruce and aluminum, the Tower of Jumis stands as an observation point in Kemeri bog, intricately designed to foster a connection with the natural landscape while reflecting local cultural heritage.
Raffaella Bortoluzzi,Manushi ashok Jain,Shucong Wang,Labo Design Studio
Crafted from sustainable spruce and designed with an integrated solar power system, the elevated walkway traverses Kemeru National Park, facilitating immersive visitor interaction with the surrounding ecosystem.
Daniella Zlotogoura,Jose maria Vizcaya martinez,Adriana Consuegra navarro
Crafted with sustainable spruce and an octagonal design, this compact retreat integrates a skylight for natural illumination and ventilation, offering a tranquil space for meditation and reflection in a forested setting.
The modular design of interchangeable spruce wood panels facilitates a flexible coffee kiosk that promotes urban engagement while providing a comfortable space for patrons to enjoy high-quality coffee.
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and a sustainable spruce frame, the design seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings to provide an adaptable retreat that emphasizes ecological integrity.
Constructed with a spruce wood structure and supported by terraced steps, the sustainable community integrates flexible living spaces and a multifunctional covered square to enhance social interaction and ecological responsibility.
With its folding shades and natural spruce wood construction, the cabins offer a unique retreat designed to enhance mindfulness and connection to the surrounding landscape.
Charred spruce cladding and a traditional thatch roof define a compact retreat designed for meditation, seamlessly integrating into the surrounding forest while promoting mindfulness through its acoustic separation and natural light.
The cabin’s spiral form and inclined roof amplify views of the surrounding forest while integrating natural spruce materials, creating a tranquil retreat for meditation and reflection.
The cabins, constructed with cross-laminated timber and large glass façades, create an immersive environment for reflection and meditation, ensuring a harmonious relationship with the surrounding forest.
Constructed with graphited polystyrene and designed for climate adaptability, the kiosk serves as a modular coffee hub that integrates efficiently into the urban landscape.
Elevated triangular platforms constructed from sustainable timber create a spiraling ascent for observation, seamlessly integrating into the natural landscape while promoting environmental engagement.
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.
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.
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.
Wilson Lopes Do Nascimento Junior,Valerio Ziantoni,Gabriela Vitória Carvalho,João Pedro Pina
The design addresses the challenges of desert living by integrating sustainable strategies that support self-sufficiency and environmental resilience. Emphasizing resource efficiency and ecological balance, the project highlights the relationship between built form and natural systems in a harsh environment.
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.