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Bamboo Chimes and Curvilinear Roof Enhance a Community Gathering Pavilion
Bamboo Chimes and Curvilinear Roof Enhance a Community Gathering Pavilion
Brendan Kelly, Sadie Imae
Featuring bamboo chimes that create a harmonious soundscape, this community pavilion with a curvilinear roof serves as a vibrant gathering space for dining and performances.
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Rammed Earth Retreat With Corten Steel Accents Nestled in an Olive Grove
Rammed Earth Retreat With Corten Steel Accents Nestled in an Olive Grove
Delia Maguire, Nathan Power
Crafted from rammed earth and adorned with Corten steel, this retreat harmonizes with its olive grove setting, offering artists and visitors a serene space for creativity and reflection.
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Terracotta Textures and Reclaimed Brick Harmonize in a Sustainable Vineyard Retreat
Terracotta Textures and Reclaimed Brick Harmonize in a Sustainable Vineyard Retreat
Chris Johnson, Anastasia Lavrova
Emphasizing terracotta textures and the warmth of reclaimed brick, this retreat seamlessly integrates sustainability with elegant design, creating an immersive space for vineyard visitors to engage with the surrounding landscape.
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Natural Earth Facades and Green Roofs Enrich Timeless Cabins in Latvia
Natural Earth Facades and Green Roofs Enrich Timeless Cabins in Latvia
Annie Hayes
Utilizing locally sourced earth walls and green roofs, these cabins blend seamlessly with Latvia's landscape while providing comfortable, sustainable living spaces for their occupants.
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Volcanic Ash Concrete and Sloping Facades Form a Community Hub Amidst Natural Landscape
Volcanic Ash Concrete and Sloping Facades Form a Community Hub Amidst Natural Landscape
Paolo Piscitelli, Federica Iorio, Angela Palumbo, Giandomenico Tammaro
With sloping facades crafted from volcanic ash concrete and strategically placed light channels, the architectural design harmonizes with its natural volcanic surroundings to create a versatile community hub.
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Curved Forms of Weathered Birch and Slate Create a Sustainable Dining Experience in Iceland
Curved Forms of Weathered Birch and Slate Create a Sustainable Dining Experience in Iceland
Austin Xu, Monet Jones
Curvilinear forms clad in weathered birch and complemented by polished slate create a serene dining atmosphere that seamlessly connects guests to the stunning Icelandic landscape while promoting sustainability and education.
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Reclaimed Totara Decking and Macrocarpa Louvres Define a Serene Retreat in Nature
Reclaimed Totara Decking and Macrocarpa Louvres Define a Serene Retreat in Nature
Mika Wylde
Crafted from reclaimed totara and adorned with macrocarpa louvres, this retreat blends seamlessly into its natural surroundings, offering a peaceful haven for meditation and reflection.
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Elevated Pods With Copper Roofing Nestled Among Native Flora
Elevated Pods With Copper Roofing Nestled Among Native Flora
Yonatan Buchhandler, Valerio Nelli
Nestled on a cliff and constructed with a raised wooden deck and copper roofing, this collection of sleeping pods seamlessly integrates renewable energy features while providing a unique retreat experience in nature.
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Elevated Living Spaces Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber and Sustainable Design Elements
Elevated Living Spaces Crafted from Cross-Laminated Timber and Sustainable Design Elements
Giulio Battiferri, Alessandra Bassi, Laura Bai, Lucrezia Barlocco
Crafted from cross-laminated timber and elevated to harmoniously integrate with the landscape, this sustainable dwelling embodies a seamless relationship between modern living and ecological sensitivity.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Blend with Expansive Glass Facades in a Cultural Collective Space
Charred Wooden Shingles Blend with Expansive Glass Facades in a Cultural Collective Space
Marine Vincentz
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and extensive glass facades, the design fosters a seamless connection between indoor learning experiences and the vibrant equestrian heritage, serving as a community hub dedicated to the craft of horse craftsmanship.
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Triangle-Shaped Retreat Featuring Locally Sourced White Pine and Expansive Glass Elements By The Lake
Triangle-Shaped Retreat Featuring Locally Sourced White Pine and Expansive Glass Elements By The Lake
Gabriella Mozo
Employing a triangular design that harmonizes with the lakeside environment, the structure utilizes locally sourced white pine and expansive glass elements, creating a versatile retreat that provides a serene workspace for artists.
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Catenary Arches Crafted With Masonry and Solar Panels for Artist Residences
Catenary Arches Crafted With Masonry and Solar Panels for Artist Residences
Gerard thomas Joson, Kiel Aranda, Amado magne ii Lopez, Karlson spencer Ty
Embracing catenary arches and sustainable masonry, the artist residences blend seamlessly with the landscape while offering flexible workspaces and communal areas for creative collaboration.
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Floating Pavilion Constructed With Modular Timber Panels and Emphasizing Environmental Integration
Floating Pavilion Constructed With Modular Timber Panels and Emphasizing Environmental Integration
海全 唐, 丁萌 吴, 多多 鄢
Utilizing modular timber panels that float gracefully on water, this pavilion seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings while serving as a vibrant community space dedicated to education and cultural appreciation.
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Conical Structure Featuring Locally Sourced Timber and Geothermal Integration for Sustainable Dining Experience
Conical Structure Featuring Locally Sourced Timber and Geothermal Integration for Sustainable Dining Experience
Jola Wagener, Lisa-marie Sarré, Alina Gafka, Saskia Timisela
A conical structure crafted from locally sourced timber and designed to harness geothermal energy seamlessly integrates a greenhouse with a restaurant, presenting an unparalleled farm-to-table dining experience.
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Biophilic Sanctuary Featuring ETFE Roofing and Sustainable Gray Brick Walls
Biophilic Sanctuary Featuring ETFE Roofing and Sustainable Gray Brick Walls
Han Su, Xue Chun Wang
With a translucent ETFE roof that invites natural light and a sustainably rooted design utilizing gray brick walls, the structure serves as an immersive botanical restaurant seamlessly connecting visitors with Iceland's unique flora.
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Meditative Retreat Crafted From Timber Beams and Expansive Glass Walls
Meditative Retreat Crafted From Timber Beams and Expansive Glass Walls
José Pereira
Crafted with sustainable timber beams and expansive glass walls, this retreat seamlessly integrates with nature to provide a serene space for meditation and reflection.
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Curated Views Framed by Concrete and Steel Amidst the Volcanic Landscape
Curated Views Framed by Concrete and Steel Amidst the Volcanic Landscape
Marcos Crane
Framing the dramatic vistas of Hverfjall with its raw concrete and steel elements, this design fosters an immersive visitor experience that encourages profound connections with the surrounding volcanic landscape.
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Bamboo Structure Enhanced by Stained Glass Light Effects in a Natural Setting
Bamboo Structure Enhanced by Stained Glass Light Effects in a Natural Setting
Youngji Lee
Emphasizing the play of light through stained glass within a bamboo structure, this serene space invites individuals to engage in meditation amid a peaceful woodland setting.
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Galvanized Steel and Timber Retreat Nestled in New Zealand's Landscape
Galvanized Steel and Timber Retreat Nestled in New Zealand's Landscape
Eliza Holcombe-james
Crafted from galvanized steel and local timber, this meditation cabin harmoniously integrates into New Zealand's landscape, offering a serene retreat for mindfulness and reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Frame a Visitor Center in Icelandic Geothermal Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Frame a Visitor Center in Icelandic Geothermal Landscape
Shuman Wu, Huai kuan Chung
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the visitor center integrates with Iceland's geothermal landscape, offering a unique vantage point to explore the nearby caves and natural wonders.
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