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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Lakeside Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Lakeside Retreat
Felix Beyer, Vanessa Ebert
Utilizing charred wooden shingles alongside cross-laminated timber, this lakeside retreat artfully balances contemporary aesthetics with a commitment to sustainability, creating a serene environment for communal living.
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Subterranean Spaces Crafted from Cor-Ten Steel and Natural Light Integration in a Community Hub
Subterranean Spaces Crafted from Cor-Ten Steel and Natural Light Integration in a Community Hub
Sicilia Demiguel, Jesús Serrano
Crafted from Cor-Ten steel and designed with immersive subterranean spaces that connect visitors to Iceland’s geothermal landscape, this community hub serves as a cultural center that fosters social engagement and environmental awareness.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Forest Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Forest Retreat
Andrew Barat, Katherine Krolak, Jack Hache
Charred wooden shingles envelop a laminated timber structure, blending seamlessly with the surrounding forest to create a tranquil retreat designed for meditation and reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Wood Create a Flexible Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Wood Create a Flexible Community Space
Dyan Prakash, Luis Rodriguez de Minon, Yinqi Huang
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and carefully crafted sustainable wood elements, the design fosters an adaptable community hub that enhances connectivity and interaction among residents.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Versatile Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Versatile Community Space
Maria Ramild Crammond
Rooted in sustainability, the use of charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber creates an adaptable community hub that fosters connection and collaboration among residents.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Locally-Sourced Brick Craft a Community-Focused Urban Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Locally-Sourced Brick Craft a Community-Focused Urban Hub
Maria Claudia Angeles Velasquez, Sebastien Etesse, Laura Katherin Ruiz Macedo, Gian Carlos Fasabi Castillo
Drawing inspiration from its charred wooden shingles and locally-sourced brick, the design creates an inviting and vibrant community hub that seamlessly integrates with its urban surroundings.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Sustainable Urban Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Sustainable Urban Community Hub
Malin Jenny Maria Persson
With its distinctive charred wooden shingles and resilient cross-laminated timber structure, the development serves as a vibrant community hub that seamlessly integrates sustainable design with diverse social functions.
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Translucent Glass and Charred Wood Create an Engaging Community Space
Translucent Glass and Charred Wood Create an Engaging Community Space
Thomas William Tuffnell, Milena Ilieva Metalkova-markova
With its captivating interplay of translucent glass and charred wood, this community space invites interaction and connection while providing an engaging environment for social gatherings.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glazed Facades Elevate a Multi-Use Community Hub in an Urban Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glazed Facades Elevate a Multi-Use Community Hub in an Urban Landscape
Antonio Penagos Arenas, Alejandro Penagos Gomez
Emphasizing charred wooden shingles and expansive glazed facades, the design creates a harmonious blend of natural materials that fosters community engagement within a functional multi-use space.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Create a Community Hub with Natural Ventilation
Charred Wooden Shingles and Green Roofs Create a Community Hub with Natural Ventilation
Chi Hou Wong, Jia Liu
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and a green roof, the design harmoniously balances contemporary aesthetics with sustainability, serving as a versatile community hub for public engagement and interaction.
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Passive Ventilation Canopy of Fiberglass Over Concrete Learning Hub in a Coastal Wetland
Passive Ventilation Canopy of Fiberglass Over Concrete Learning Hub in a Coastal Wetland
Ahmad Khouja, Leyla El sayyed hussein, Whard Sleiman, Aram Badr
A fluid fiberglass canopy gracefully shelters a concrete learning hub, seamlessly integrating educational spaces with the surrounding coastal wetland ecosystem.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Precast Concrete Enhance Community Engagement in Cultural Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Precast Concrete Enhance Community Engagement in Cultural Space
Max Fabris
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and precast concrete, the design creates a seamless integration with nature while serving as a multifunctional cultural hub for community engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Create An Eco-Friendly Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Reclaimed Timber Create An Eco-Friendly Community Hub
Michael Hoehn, Sadie Dempsey
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and reclaimed timber, the design harmoniously blends sustainability with modern aesthetics to serve as a vibrant community hub.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Multifunctional Urban Habitat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Multifunctional Urban Habitat
Magda Maciąg, Jan Chwedczuk
Built with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a seamless blend of sustainable materials and flexible spaces, serving as a vibrant mixed-use community hub.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape A Versatile Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape A Versatile Community Hub
James Kevin Foley
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates a seamless blend of sustainability and community interaction, serving as a vibrant hub for local engagement and collaboration.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Spaces in Sustainable Design
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Enhance Community Spaces in Sustainable Design
Dang Minh Khoi
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels create a warm, inviting exterior while providing functional communal spaces designed to foster interaction and sustainability within the urban environment.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Facades in a Community-Centric Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Expansive Glass Facades in a Community-Centric Space
Julian Rincon
Defined by its characterful charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the design serves as a community-centric space that fosters connection while seamlessly integrating sustainable practices.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Community Hub Crafted for Connection
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define a Community Hub Crafted for Connection
Mohammad Ayesh
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design creates a striking blend of sustainability and aesthetic appeal, serving as a vibrant community hub that fosters connection and interaction among its users.
urban community sustainability residential commercial public contemporary nature local plaza
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define A Multifunctional Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Define A Multifunctional Community Hub
Nuno Miguel AraÚjo Campos De Castro, Ana PatrÍcia Sobral Santos
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels create a visually stunning exterior that not only enhances sustainability but also houses diverse community functions in a vibrant urban setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Bamboo Integrate Seamlessly in a Multifunctional Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Bamboo Integrate Seamlessly in a Multifunctional Community Hub
Lali Khachishvili, Shota Jojua, Natali Bezarashvili
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and bamboo, the design creates an environmentally sensitive community hub that fosters connection while seamlessly integrating with the surrounding landscape.
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