A semi-enclosed reflective courtyard complements the adaptive reuse of historical stone walls and concrete, creating a serene environment for a guesthouse immersed in the surrounding forest.
With dark flooring that grounds its interior and expansive light-filled spaces, the design creates a tranquil environment for communal reflection and tea preparation.
Combining timber construction with integrated rainwater harvesting, the design transforms a traditional barn into a functional guest house that balances historical preservation and contemporary hospitality.
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.
Designed with charred timber and a green roof, the guest house provides a functional space for tea makers that harmonizes tradition with modern sustainability.
Constructed with a retained stone structure and designed with east-facing windows, the retreat enhances the tea-making experience while providing guests a tranquil setting connected to nature.
With its retained stone walls that harmonize with extensive glazing, the structure creates a bright and inviting atmosphere for tea production while accommodating guests in a serene setting.
The stone foundation supports a light-filtering barn that integrates tea production with a unique connection to nature, offering both educational opportunities and a retreat experience for visitors.
The elevated terrace provides sweeping views of the surrounding forest while private spaces on the upper levels ensure a tranquil retreat for guests, emphasizing a strong connection to nature and the local tea-making tradition.
Rooted in its existing stone walls and enhanced by earthen floors, the design fosters a strong connection to nature while serving as a guest house for tea makers.
With angular wood forms that reflect the contours of the Camellia sinensis plant, the design creates a functional retreat for tea culture within a sustainable framework in Latvia.
With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.
Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.
Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.
A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.
The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.
The undulating roof structure, supported by wooden elements and complemented by a reflection garden featuring preserved mature trees, creates a contemplative memorial space honoring the lives lost during the Sri Lankan Civil War.
Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.
Maria Turcu,Mihai Mitrică,Alina Măldărescu,Alina Lixeanu
Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.
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