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Mud Plaster Walls And Straw Bales Shape A Community-Focused Residence In Italy
Mud Plaster Walls And Straw Bales Shape A Community-Focused Residence In Italy
Marius Entemeyer, Léa Barbet, Sacha Campillo
Mud plaster walls and bales of straw create a harmonious blend of tradition and sustainability, culminating in a residence that fosters community interaction amidst the natural beauty of Italy.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Natural Light in a Compact Urban Sanctuary
Charred Wood Shingles and Natural Light in a Compact Urban Sanctuary
Haowei Pan, Yu Gong, Zirui Jiang
Crafted with charred wood shingles and designed to harness natural light, the meditation cabin offers a serene escape from the bustling urban landscape of Tokyo, inviting users into a space dedicated to mindfulness and reflection.
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Lava Stone and Cor-Ten Steel Structures Within a Volcanic Community Hub
Lava Stone and Cor-Ten Steel Structures Within a Volcanic Community Hub
Sang won Jee, Eugene Kim, Byron Cai
Blending the ruggedness of lava stone with the industrial charm of Cor-Ten steel, the design creates a community hub that seamlessly integrates with the volcanic landscape, promoting interactions through an exhibition hall, laboratory, greenhouse, and coffee shop.
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Curvilinear Form and Tactile Navigation in a Natural Wood Environment
Curvilinear Form and Tactile Navigation in a Natural Wood Environment
Luna (hyunsoo) Kim
Emphasizing tactile navigation through its curvilinear design and the use of natural wood materials, this home creates an inclusive environment tailored for visually impaired residents.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Soundproof Panels in a Sensory-Focused Residence
Charred Wood Shingles and Soundproof Panels in a Sensory-Focused Residence
Phuong Vu
Incorporating soundproof panels and charred wood shingles, the residence transforms sensory needs into a harmonious living space designed for a family navigating the complexities of autism.
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Corten Facades and Glass Unveil A Harmonious Retreat Within the Vineyard Landscape
Corten Facades and Glass Unveil A Harmonious Retreat Within the Vineyard Landscape
Giuseppe Pappadà, Paolo Pozzoni
Exposed Corten panels and expansive glass facades seamlessly blend with the vineyard's undulating landscape, creating a multi-purpose hospitality space that invites guests to experience the tranquility of its natural setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping A Geometric Retreat Designed For Mindfulness
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping A Geometric Retreat Designed For Mindfulness
Kyle Coxe
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and blackened steel, this geometric retreat harmonizes with its natural surroundings to create a focused space for meditation and mindfulness practices.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Sustainable Community Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape a Sustainable Community Space
Luc Rousseau, Julie Rougeault
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design harmonizes with the surrounding environment to create a versatile community space that fosters connection and engagement.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Façades Unite in a Sustainable Urban Housing Initiative
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Façades Unite in a Sustainable Urban Housing Initiative
Hamish Whitefield, Hamid Nouri, Chris Leydier
Charred wooden shingles and expansive glass façades create a harmonious interplay of materials in a thoughtfully designed urban housing complex that prioritizes community living and sustainability.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Serene Retreat in Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Serene Retreat in Nature
Lee Halwa
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this compact sanctuary harmonizes with its lush environment to provide a dedicated space for meditation and reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Unite in a Vineyard Retreat Focusing on Community Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Unite in a Vineyard Retreat Focusing on Community Living
Matan Gal, Dana Lieber
Charred wooden shingles envelop a concrete structure that draws inspiration from traditional Mediterranean courtyards, creating a harmonious living space that fosters community while seamlessly integrating with the surrounding vineyard landscape.
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Hanging Canopy of Cross-Laminated Timber Panels within a Forest Canopy
Hanging Canopy of Cross-Laminated Timber Panels within a Forest Canopy
Anselm Kranebitter
Suspended by a network of hanging fabrics, this pavilion crafted from cross-laminated timber panels invites visitors to experience a seamless blend of natural surroundings and architectural form, creating a space for reflection and engagement within the forest.
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Charred Wood and Granite Create Contemplative Spaces in a Forested Cemetery Retreat
Charred Wood and Granite Create Contemplative Spaces in a Forested Cemetery Retreat
Jeremy Delcroix
Charred wood and locally sourced granite harmonize with the natural landscape to create a serene environment for reflection and remembrance within a forested cemetery in Latvia.
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Cabin designed with rammed earth walls and spotted gum cladding that harmonizes with its natural landscape
Cabin designed with rammed earth walls and spotted gum cladding that harmonizes with its natural landscape
Joshua Marks
Nestled within an expansive landscape, this cabin features a harmonious blend of rammed earth walls and spotted gum cladding, designed to fully engage with its natural surroundings while offering a thoughtfully organized space for relaxation and connection.
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Monumental Void and Textured Concrete Forms Foster Reflection in Nature-Inspired Space
Monumental Void and Textured Concrete Forms Foster Reflection in Nature-Inspired Space
Andaç a. Soylu, Nazlı büşra Kocaoğlu
The integration of monumental voids and textured concrete forms cultivates a space where visitors can engage with themes of memory and contemplation amid a natural landscape, serving as a sanctuary for reflection.
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Reflective Serenity Within Natural Stone And Vegetated Roof Spaces
Reflective Serenity Within Natural Stone And Vegetated Roof Spaces
Kevin Weiss
Crafted from local stone and adorned with a lush green roof, this columbarium creates a tranquil space for remembrance, inviting visitors to reflect on life and the passage of time amidst its natural surroundings.
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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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Charred Wooden Shingles and Self-Supporting Facades in Functional Urban Housing
Charred Wooden Shingles and Self-Supporting Facades in Functional Urban Housing
Brian Perktold, Petr Tuma
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and a self-supporting facade, this urban housing solution seamlessly blends innovative materiality with functional design to create an engaging living environment.
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Curved Form Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles in a Micro Dwelling Retreat
Curved Form Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Charred Wooden Shingles in a Micro Dwelling Retreat
Nicholas Lee
Nestled within the serene landscape of Bornholm, a micro dwelling showcases curved forms crafted from cross-laminated timber panels and charred wooden shingles, providing a tranquil retreat for a writer and musician to inspire creativity and contemplation.
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Retreat featuring vernacular stone and organic timber in a landscape-integrated design
Retreat featuring vernacular stone and organic timber in a landscape-integrated design
Wei Yu, Jacqueline Twardowski
Nestled in the tranquil Vale de Moses, this retreat artfully combines vernacular stone and organic timber to create a harmonious sanctuary that fosters reflection and a deep connection to its natural surroundings.
portugal retreat meditation cabin nature sustainable stone wood landscape seclusion
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