Finished with lime plaster and traditional red tiles, this guest house combines sustainable design with communal spaces that foster social interaction and a strong connection to the landscape.
Incorporating cyclopean walls and local desert clay, this residential design emphasizes thermal efficiency and natural ventilation to create a sustainable living environment.
Utilizing rammed earth and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a seamless integration of indoor and outdoor living spaces while promoting sustainability and community engagement in an urban residential setting.
Charred wooden shingles define the exterior while thermal mass construction enhances energy efficiency, creating a ski resort that harmonizes with Iceland’s rugged landscape and caters to outdoor enthusiasts.
Alex Borrell,Jack Lewandowski,Julian Besems,Tom Badger
Constructed primarily from bamboo and stone, this modular design adapts to the harsh Himalayan environment while fostering community interaction and providing essential living spaces.
Incorporating hexagonal modules crafted from adobe and enhanced with teak and sal timber, the design effectively addresses the challenges of high-altitude living while providing flexible residential spaces for communal engagement.
Utilizing filament winding fabrication for lightweight components, the design incorporates comprehensive water harvesting systems to create sustainable housing in urban contexts.
With its large oculus providing views of the night sky and walls constructed from high thermal mass tilt-up concrete, the lodge is designed to function as an eco-friendly retreat in the desert.
Built with volcanic aggregate blocks and enveloped by a glazed greenhouse, the restaurant offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape while integrating bioclimatic design principles to enhance the dining experience.
With a focus on natural light and a thermal mass system that efficiently regulates temperature, the design creates a multi-functional space that fosters community engagement and wellness.
A cylindrical structure constructed from mud bricks and topped with slate roofing not only withstands seismic forces but also maximizes thermal efficiency and passive ventilation, serving as a compact living space in the challenging climate of Ladakh.
Rasuljon Oripov,Sojida Davronbek Qizi Matrasulova,Otabek Makhmudov
Incorporating rammed earth and large glass panels, this residence achieves thermal efficiency and cultural integration within the context of the UAE's climate, creating a comfortable family living environment.
Constructed primarily from locally sourced sand and utilizing thermal mass techniques, the subterranean dwelling effectively maintains a stable internal climate while providing a comfortable living space in a challenging desert environment.
DIL PHAGAMI MAGAR,Abhishek Rai,Bikrant Pakhrin,Kalpana Rai
Emphasizing geothermal thermal mass and utilizing locally sourced stone and straw insulation, the structure provides a resilient haven for trekkers amidst the mountainous landscape.
Constructed with locally sourced gabion walls and designed for optimal thermal performance, the structure serves as a sustainable refuge for travelers navigating the challenging Himalayan terrain.
Utilizing thermal mass and stack ventilation, the design optimizes energy efficiency while ensuring indoor comfort in a residence situated in the East Mediterranean climate.
Rammed earth walls and Portuguese cork create a naturally ventilated environment that supports wine production while ensuring thermal stability and showcasing the surrounding landscape through an accessible tasting room.
Utilizing a cob wall and a thermal mass system, the design maximizes energy efficiency and connects seamlessly with outdoor terraces, creating a sustainable residence that promotes both comfort and community interaction.
Constructed with a focus on rainwater management and thermal mass, this lakeside residence integrates seamlessly into its environment while providing dedicated workspaces for artists.
Constructed with rammed earth for thermal efficiency, these villas blend into the Assisi landscape, providing guests with a sustainable retreat that enhances the connection between nature and architecture.
Incorporating a facade of burned wood that echoes Icelandic folklore, the retreat offers guests immersive views of Lake Mývatn and serves as a cultural haven for visitors seeking connection to local mythology and nature.
Henrique Giovani Canan
Maria Fernanda Del Giovannino De Oliveira
Lia Balassiano Strosberg
Gabriela Tiely Barros Giotoku
The design uses terraced landscapes to connect with the surrounding olive groves, creating a peaceful guest retreat that balances sustainability, community interaction, and everyday comfort.
The integration of nine modular wooden boxes forms a serene inner dome that offers a versatile reading space, balancing private retreat with community interaction.
Light-colored sand and pinkish hues define an educational facility that merges porous walls with the natural landscape of a wetland, promoting biodiversity while enhancing visitor engagement.
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.
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