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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Sustainable Retreat in Icelandic Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Sustainable Retreat in Icelandic Landscape
Gh Hjkgh
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and innovative cross-laminated timber, this sustainable retreat seamlessly integrates into the Icelandic landscape, offering guests a unique experience in harmony with nature.
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Sustainable Pavilion With Vegetated Roof and Polished Concrete Embracing Icelandic Cinema
Sustainable Pavilion With Vegetated Roof and Polished Concrete Embracing Icelandic Cinema
Ivana Milosevic
Embodying the essence of Icelandic cinema, this pavilion seamlessly integrates a vegetated roof and polished concrete into the landscape, providing an immersive venue for film exhibitions and community engagement.
iceland pavilion cinema exhibition cultural nature landscape sustainability local community
Tensioned Membrane and Natural Wood Elevate Outdoor Yoga Space in Sustainable Setting
Tensioned Membrane and Natural Wood Elevate Outdoor Yoga Space in Sustainable Setting
Daisuke Hirose
A tensioned membrane canopy coupled with warm wood elements creates a harmonious outdoor yoga space that seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings, inviting practitioners to reconnect with nature during their practice.
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Tensegrity Structure Featuring Glass Facade and Natural Textiles Amidst Iceland’s Unique Landscape
Tensegrity Structure Featuring Glass Facade and Natural Textiles Amidst Iceland’s Unique Landscape
Arnon Van embden spanjaard, Casper liam Lie, Isaac Vaarzon morel, David Velu
Harnessing the principles of tensegrity, the design incorporates a glass facade and natural textiles to seamlessly connect with Iceland's rugged terrain, serving as an immersive observation space for visitors.
iceland cavetower observation educational visitors landscape tensegrity sustainability geology exploration
Pre-Tensioned Concrete and Expansive Glazing Envelop a Wine Tasting Venue in a Picturesque Landscape
Pre-Tensioned Concrete and Expansive Glazing Envelop a Wine Tasting Venue in a Picturesque Landscape
Unha Park
A 28-meter pre-tensioned concrete beam supports expansive glazing that frames breathtaking vineyard views, creating a refined space for wine tasting that seamlessly connects visitors to the surrounding landscape.
alenquer tasting wine center vintage concrete glass structure landscape gathering
Tensioned Steel Arches Intertwined with Indigenous Vegetation in a Pedestrian Connector
Tensioned Steel Arches Intertwined with Indigenous Vegetation in a Pedestrian Connector
David Katz, Julia MacKenzie, Radia Berrada, Shana Kim
Suspended by elegant tensioned steel cables and framed by indigenous vegetation, the bridge seamlessly connects diverse pathways while inviting users to engage with the natural landscape.
bridge pedestrian gauja park sustainable inclusive natural steel landscape connectivity
Suspended Concrete Structure with Tensioned Steel Cables Overlooking Natural Terrain
Suspended Concrete Structure with Tensioned Steel Cables Overlooking Natural Terrain
Jarrod Pope, Ilse Rojas, Jamil Williams, Andrew Hansen
Suspended above the undulating landscape, the sleek concrete and steel structure integrates observation points and pedestrian pathways while honoring Latvia's cultural identity as a multifunctional bridge within Gauja National Park.
latvia bridge landmark gauja national park pedestrian vehicular cultural sustainability landscape
Tensioned Steel Cabling and Glulam Timber Form a Pedestrian Bridge Enhancing Natural Landscapes
Tensioned Steel Cabling and Glulam Timber Form a Pedestrian Bridge Enhancing Natural Landscapes
Fedor Malyshev, Alexander Malyshev
Harnessing the strength of tensioned steel cabling and the warmth of glulam timber, a pedestrian bridge gracefully intertwines with the landscape, enhancing connectivity within the serene setting of Gauja National Park.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Post-Tensioned Concrete Create An Inviting Coffee Hub in Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Post-Tensioned Concrete Create An Inviting Coffee Hub in Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Haisheng Xu
Employing charred wooden shingles and post-tensioned concrete, the architectural design forms an inviting coffee hub that harmonizes with the rugged beauty of Iceland's volcanic landscape.
iceland coffee social hub sustainability landscape community restaurant volcanic spaces
Tensioned Concrete Walkways Integrating Natural Rock for Enhanced Geological Engagement
Tensioned Concrete Walkways Integrating Natural Rock for Enhanced Geological Engagement
Shiori Chida
Tensioned concrete walkways seamlessly integrate with the natural rock formations of the Gjá rift, inviting visitors to engage deeply with the geological narratives of Iceland while ensuring minimal ecological impact.
iceland walkway geology education nature sustainability visitor experience observation platforms
Tensioned Cables and Glass Facades Elevate a Community Observation Tower in Latvia
Tensioned Cables and Glass Facades Elevate a Community Observation Tower in Latvia
Ruize Li, Qingrong Liu
Elevated by tensioned cables and an expansive glass façade, the observation tower in Latvia offers breathtaking views while serving as a vital community hub for ecological education and exploration.
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Tensioned Fabric Canopy and Coral Construction Amidst Wetland Conservation
Tensioned Fabric Canopy and Coral Construction Amidst Wetland Conservation
Alejandro Manso covarrubias, Wendy Hernandez, Henriikka Taipale
With a canopy crafted from tensioned fabric and a structural design utilizing local coral and brick, the visitor center serves as a vital educational hub that fosters awareness of the unique wetland ecosystem and its avian inhabitants.
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Parabolic Steel Cords and Thermally Treated Timber Integrated Into a Biophilic Footbridge in a National Park
Parabolic Steel Cords and Thermally Treated Timber Integrated Into a Biophilic Footbridge in a National Park
Dario Schoulund, Rudolph Botha
Crafted with tensioned steel cords and wrapped in thermally treated timber, the footbridge elegantly spans a stream in Gauja National Park, encouraging visitors to engage with the surrounding nature while ensuring seamless accessibility across the landscape.
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