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Rainwater Cistern in a Compact Concrete Home with Tiered Platforms
Rainwater Cistern in a Compact Concrete Home with Tiered Platforms
Geoffrey Baddams
Incorporating a water harvesting cistern within its concrete foundations and employing tiered platforms for efficient space utilization, this compact home addresses the challenges of sustainable living in South Australia's arid climate.
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Turf-Covered Cinema Inspired by Viking Heritage Utilizes Cross-Laminated Timber
Turf-Covered Cinema Inspired by Viking Heritage Utilizes Cross-Laminated Timber
Marta Skiba
Constructed with a turf-covered roof and cross-laminated timber, the design draws inspiration from Viking ship forms to create an engaging film center that seamlessly integrates with the Icelandic landscape.
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Living Roof and Concrete Shells Overlooking Volcanic Landscapes
Living Roof and Concrete Shells Overlooking Volcanic Landscapes
Jack Solomon
Constructed with lightweight concrete shells and a living roof, the visitor center commands views of Hverfjall while providing an engaging space for education and community interaction within the Dimmuborgir Nature Reserve.
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Cantilevered Viewing Platform With Weathered Steel and Exposed Wood in Wetland Setting
Cantilevered Viewing Platform With Weathered Steel and Exposed Wood in Wetland Setting
Brandon Reinke, John Annis
A cantilevered upper platform constructed with weathered steel and exposed wood provides an elevated vantage point for birdwatchers to engage with the wetlands surrounding Pape Lake.
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Rainwater-Powered Ponds Integrated Into Multi-Level Community Living
Rainwater-Powered Ponds Integrated Into Multi-Level Community Living
Isabel Urbez martinez
Integrating rainwater-fed ponds with a multi-level layout that enhances southern exposure, the development promotes community living while prioritizing ecological sustainability.
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Sod Integration and Volcanic Ash Create Sustainable Community Hub
Sod Integration and Volcanic Ash Create Sustainable Community Hub
Bjarke Jansen, Costanza Angeloni, Kleopatra Balatsouka
Crafted from volcanic ash and reclaimed wood, the design integrates sod roofs to blend seamlessly with the Icelandic landscape while providing a multifunctional space for community engagement.
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Soundscape of Reflection Within a Natural Gray Setting
Soundscape of Reflection Within a Natural Gray Setting
Beijia Li, Yufeng Liao, Yingshi Jia, Chuyue Zhang
Elevated eight meters above the ground, the Great Beyond offers a contemplative space where wind chimes resonate softly against a backdrop of natural gray, providing a reflective environment for remembrance within the columbarium at Riga Forest Cemetery.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Community Hub
Nicholas Traverse
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the design creates a sustainable community hub that seamlessly integrates with Iceland's landscape while leveraging geothermal energy for efficient operation.
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Cork-Covered Courtyards Enhancing Flexible Urban Workspaces
Cork-Covered Courtyards Enhancing Flexible Urban Workspaces
Tugce Kakirman, Jeslyn Low, Gabrielle Moran
Utilizing cork-covered courtyards and flexible modular spaces, the design creates a contemporary urban workspace that prioritizes sustainability and community engagement.
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Circular Building Offering Panoramic Views Amidst Tiered Terraces
Circular Building Offering Panoramic Views Amidst Tiered Terraces
Jerome Lecat
A circular building designed for panoramic views is complemented by tiered terraces that harmonize with the landscape, creating a distinctive hospitality venue that immerses guests in the vineyard experience.
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Golden Dome and Biophilic Gardens Enclosed in Stacked Volumes of Concrete and Timber
Golden Dome and Biophilic Gardens Enclosed in Stacked Volumes of Concrete and Timber
Carlos Daniel Campos, Yamila Maria Zynda Aiub
Enveloped in a golden dome that captures natural light, this residence integrates biophilic gardens and stacked concrete and timber volumes to create a serene living environment focused on sustainable community interaction.
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Repurposed Stone and Timber Retreat Embracing Vineyard Harmony
Repurposed Stone and Timber Retreat Embracing Vineyard Harmony
Coral Canedo, Ricardo Lichtle
With its use of repurposed stone and timber, the design harmonizes with the vineyard landscape while offering a retreat for guests to immerse themselves in the local wine culture.
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Subterranean Meditation Spaces in a Wood and Glass Retreat
Subterranean Meditation Spaces in a Wood and Glass Retreat
Kristen Osterlund, Joe Kasztelan
A harmonious blend of subterranean and superterranean meditation spaces constructed from wood and glass, the cabin offers a unique retreat for individuals seeking tranquility and reflection in the heart of a Latvian forest.
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Geometric Forms of Cast-In-Place Concrete Integrated with Local Larch in Icelandic Landscape
Geometric Forms of Cast-In-Place Concrete Integrated with Local Larch in Icelandic Landscape
Wisarut Boonumchoo, Phunakorn Kongwatananonda, Pichet Panapitakkul, Nattapat Lerstsongkram
Constructed from cast-in-place concrete and local larch, the design's geometric forms create an engaging dialogue with the Icelandic landscape while serving as a multifunctional community space.
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Driftwood Roof and Tuff Specimens in a Volcanic Landscape Visitor Center
Driftwood Roof and Tuff Specimens in a Volcanic Landscape Visitor Center
Yufan Jiang, Mengyao Chen
Constructed with a distinctive driftwood roof and integrating local tuff specimens, the visitor center provides a platform for education and engagement within the unique geological context of Hverfjall Volcano.
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Emotional Reflection Through Weathering Steel and Stone in a Memorial Design
Emotional Reflection Through Weathering Steel and Stone in a Memorial Design
Nithya Rajasekar
The juxtaposition of weathering steel and a towering standing stone creates a contemplative space that embodies collective grief while serving as a memorial for genocide.
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Terraced Community Spaces Featuring Engineered Wood and Green Roofs in Urban Design
Terraced Community Spaces Featuring Engineered Wood and Green Roofs in Urban Design
Yeong joon Ko, Min jeong Kim, Ji hun Kim, Hee chan Lim
Terraced structures with integrated greenery and engineered wood create adaptable living and working environments in a densely populated urban setting.
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Continuous Steel Beams Supporting a Volcanic Crater Viewing Platform
Continuous Steel Beams Supporting a Volcanic Crater Viewing Platform
Yussef Bravo
Continuous steel beams support a viewing platform that seamlessly integrates with the topography of Hverfjall crater, offering distinct perspectives of the Milky Way and Lake Mývatn while serving as a hub for cultural and recreational activities.
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Suspended Green Spaces Enhanced by Glulam Frameworks in an Agricultural Facility
Suspended Green Spaces Enhanced by Glulam Frameworks in an Agricultural Facility
Lasse Hejll
Suspended visitor spaces supported by glulam frames create a dynamic experience within a greenhouse that merges education and agriculture in a sustainable facility.
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Tiered Retreat Crafted from Mountain Larch and Cork Insulation
Tiered Retreat Crafted from Mountain Larch and Cork Insulation
Arkoun Merchant, Kaleigh Mackay
Constructed with mountain larch and cork insulation, this tiered retreat integrates into the landscape, offering expansive valley views and a tranquil environment for guest relaxation and reflection.
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Wrapped in charred wooden shingles and built from cross-laminated timber, this community spa blends wellness, sustainability, and landscape-driven design in a remote Icelandic setting.
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