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Natural Stone and Glass Structure Harmonizing with Volcanic Landscape As a Community Coffee Haven
Natural Stone and Glass Structure Harmonizing with Volcanic Landscape As a Community Coffee Haven
Lizet Ledesma, Víctor Fonseca, Sebastián Negrete, Giuseppe Castillo
A harmonious blend of natural stone and expansive glass creates a tranquil refuge within Iceland’s volcanic terrain, offering visitors a unique space for coffee and reflection.
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Reflective Stainless Steel Structures Engaging Volcanic Terrain Through Interactivity and Natural Textures
Reflective Stainless Steel Structures Engaging Volcanic Terrain Through Interactivity and Natural Textures
Heemyung Yang
Reflective stainless steel pins rise amidst Iceland's volcanic landscape, inviting exploration and engagement while fostering a deep connection with the surrounding natural environment.
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Corten Steel Structures Integrating Natural Contours for Sustainable Visitor Engagement
Corten Steel Structures Integrating Natural Contours for Sustainable Visitor Engagement
Dominik Budzisz
Drawing inspiration from the area's geological formations, the design employs corten steel and reinforced concrete to create a harmonious visitor center and observation tower that enhances engagement with the surrounding landscape.
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Leaning Structures of Gabion and Timber Harmonizing with Natural Fissures
Leaning Structures of Gabion and Timber Harmonizing with Natural Fissures
Ho nam Wong
Elevated above a natural fissure, the angular towers constructed from local stone and timber create a seamless connection between community spaces and the surrounding landscape, offering a distinctive environment for observation and interaction.
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Community hub featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles for sustainable living
Community hub featuring cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles for sustainable living
Wv architecten Sebastiaan wouters
This community hub seamlessly integrates cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles to create a sustainable space that fosters interaction while harmonizing with its natural surroundings.
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Curvilinear Forms Crafted From Local Limestone and Woven Fabrics in a Sustainable Eco-Lodge Setting
Curvilinear Forms Crafted From Local Limestone and Woven Fabrics in a Sustainable Eco-Lodge Setting
Brandon r. Smith, Adrian Arief, Innocent Muhalia
Crafted from locally sourced limestone and woven fabrics, the eco-lodges seamlessly blend curvilinear forms with their desert surroundings, providing a sustainable sanctuary for those seeking community and connection in nature.
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One-Way Mirror Facades and Geothermal Sustainability in a Circular Cultural Hub
One-Way Mirror Facades and Geothermal Sustainability in a Circular Cultural Hub
Martin Zemma, Federico Bonessi baade
With its circular form and one-way mirror facades that reflect the stunning Icelandic landscape, this cultural hub integrates geothermal heating systems and wooden rib structures to create a sustainable environment for art exhibitions and community engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Seamless Integration With Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Seamless Integration With Nature
Martina Ferretti, Silvia Craviari, Francesca Canali
Employing a façade of charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design achieves an exceptional harmony with its natural surroundings while serving as a versatile community hub.
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Rammed Earth Walls and Wind Towers Create a Sustainable Oasis for Ecological Education
Rammed Earth Walls and Wind Towers Create a Sustainable Oasis for Ecological Education
Manuela Hardy
Rammed earth walls harmonize with wind towers in a design that prioritizes ecological education and community engagement within a unique wetland environment.
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Biomass Energy-Driven Urban Units With Modular Living Spaces and Thermally Insulated Panels
Biomass Energy-Driven Urban Units With Modular Living Spaces and Thermally Insulated Panels
Nicolas Ioannou
Harnessing biomass energy, the design integrates modular living spaces and thermally insulated panels to create a flexible urban habitat that adapts to the dynamic needs of its residents.
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Lava Stone and Cor-Ten Steel Structures Within a Volcanic Community Hub
Lava Stone and Cor-Ten Steel Structures Within a Volcanic Community Hub
Sang won Jee, Eugene Kim, Byron Cai
Blending the ruggedness of lava stone with the industrial charm of Cor-Ten steel, the design creates a community hub that seamlessly integrates with the volcanic landscape, promoting interactions through an exhibition hall, laboratory, greenhouse, and coffee shop.
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Elevated Meditation Pavilion Crafted with Marine Plywood and Steel Structures Amongst Lush Foliage
Elevated Meditation Pavilion Crafted with Marine Plywood and Steel Structures Amongst Lush Foliage
Kellen Thayer
Crafted from marine plywood and steel, this elevated meditation pavilion seamlessly integrates into the forest canopy, providing a serene space for mindfulness amid nature.
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Shipping Containers Enhanced by Green Roofs and Photovoltaic Panels for Sustainable Community Living
Shipping Containers Enhanced by Green Roofs and Photovoltaic Panels for Sustainable Community Living
Hafsa Burt
Utilizing repurposed shipping containers topped with green roofs and equipped with photovoltaic systems, the development creates a sustainable community that harmonizes modern living with environmental consciousness.
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Engineered Bamboo Panels and Earthquake Resilience in Sustainable Community Living
Engineered Bamboo Panels and Earthquake Resilience in Sustainable Community Living
Vito Burdi, Addler Elizalde lozano, Giacomo Caputo
Utilizing engineered bamboo panels for enhanced earthquake resilience, this sustainable community dwelling adapts to its environment while promoting wellness and connectivity among residents.
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Suspended Staircases and Recycled Steel Define A Transparent Community Hub
Suspended Staircases and Recycled Steel Define A Transparent Community Hub
Megi Davitidze, Annamaria Chelidze, Fadri Horber
Elevated by its hanging staircases and framed in recycled steel, this transparent community hub fosters social interaction while seamlessly integrating with the surrounding landscape.
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Corten Steel Structures Blending into Nature with Elevated Wooden Walkways
Corten Steel Structures Blending into Nature with Elevated Wooden Walkways
Alberto Possamai
Blending corten steel and elevated wooden walkways, the design harmonizes with the hillside landscape, creating a tranquil retreat ideal for meditation and personal reflection.
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Weathered Steel Housing Integrating Riverfront Community and Modular Living Solutions
Weathered Steel Housing Integrating Riverfront Community and Modular Living Solutions
Gaby Khoriaty
Nestled along the Seine, weathered steel modules harmonize with vibrant communal terraces and sustainable features to create a functional housing solution that reconnects urban living with nature.
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Rooftop Greenery and Prefabricated Concrete Living Spaces in Urban Paris
Rooftop Greenery and Prefabricated Concrete Living Spaces in Urban Paris
Arthur Micheron
With modular living units crafted from prefabricated concrete and elevated green spaces integrated into urban rooftops, this initiative redefines affordable housing in Paris by fostering community engagement and sustainable living.
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Perforated Steel Balconies and Modular Concrete Living Units Enabling Community Engagement in Urban Rome
Perforated Steel Balconies and Modular Concrete Living Units Enabling Community Engagement in Urban Rome
Gaby Khoriaty
Constructed from modular concrete units with perforated steel balconies, this innovative residential design fosters community interaction while seamlessly integrating greenery and sustainable practices in the heart of urban Rome.
rome collective housing sustainability modular community residential shared urban greenery
Cross-Laminated Timber and Native Landscaping Enrich A Multifunctional Visitor Center Experience
Cross-Laminated Timber and Native Landscaping Enrich A Multifunctional Visitor Center Experience
Weronika Kogut, Karolina Toporkiewicz
Embracing cross-laminated timber construction and enriched by native landscaping, the visitor center redefines outdoor engagement with its sustainable design while offering a welcoming space for the community.
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