Constructed with locally sourced pine and cork cladding, the design integrates an A-frame structure that immerses users in the Latvian forest while providing a functional retreat for tea brewing and meditation.
Constructed from charred timber and supported by aluminum pontoons, the retreat offers a unique blend of isolation and natural immersion, providing spaces for meditation and reflection in a serene woodland setting.
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and stone walls, the design harmonizes traditional materiality with sustainable practices to create an engaging guesthouse dedicated to tea-making experiences.
An elevated meditation space with rough walls and a central fireplace provides a quiet retreat for contemplation amidst a sacred forest, merging traditional Latvian and Japanese design elements.
Rooted in stone and wood, the design captures the essence of Wabi-sabi to create a tranquil space for tea ceremonies that fosters mindfulness and community engagement.
Textured rammed clay walls and a thoughtful arrangement of spaces create a serene environment for yoga practice within the natural beauty of the Serra de Estrela mountains.
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.
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.
Shiyen Wu
Jun-han Huang
Pei-shan Chen
Chun-teng Lin
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and enhanced by biophilic green walls, the design integrates residential and commercial spaces to promote community interaction within an urban setting.
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.
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.
Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.
Utilizing bamboo and recycled steel, the design incorporates vertical gardens to enhance urban living environments while fostering community engagement through adaptable micro-housing units.
Use architecture to create different emotional states
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