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Sustainable Living Amidst Camellia Gardens and Canal Networks

Sustainable Living Amidst Camellia Gardens and Canal Networks

DOMENICO MALARA, ALESSIA MALARA, DOMENICO ROMEO, Alessia STELITANO

Set amidst an ecological landscape of camellia gardens and designed around an intricate network of canals, the structure blends traditional Chinese architecture with sustainable practices to create a functional living space for a thriving community.

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Translucent Fusuma Facades in a Space for Urban Mindfulness

Lucas Frutoso, marion leger, yaelle bouvard, sakina guernane

With translucent fusuma facades and a wooden post system, the cabin offers a unique sanctuary for meditation in the urban landscape of Tokyo, inviting users to find tranquility amid the city's chaos.

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Eucalyptus Cabins with Whitewashed Walls Offering Tranquil Retreats

Eucalyptus Cabins with Whitewashed Walls Offering Tranquil Retreats

Daniela Lopes

Featuring pyramid-shaped roofs and courtyards, the cabins incorporate whitewashed walls and locally sourced eucalyptus to create a tranquil setting for meditation and reflection.

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Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles

Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles

Bujar Hasani, Eldin Babic

Constructed with hempcrete and rammed earth, the residence combines traditional Middle Eastern design strategies with contemporary sustainable technologies to create an efficient family dwelling in Dubai's desert environment.

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Elevated Garden Spaces with Cross-Laminated Timber Design

Hongyuan Lu, Xiaoqi Zou

A garden in the sky complements cross-laminated timber structure and landscape-inspired design, fostering community engagement in a modern residential setting.

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Frosted Glass and Charred Wood Capsules for Urban Meditation

Zofia Andrzejewska, Julia Grochowalska, Julia Leśnik

Charred wood and frosted glass define a series of compact meditation capsules in Shinjuku, offering an intimate refuge for personal reflection amid the urban landscape.

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Excavated Pavilion Featuring Rammed Earth and Corn Husk Canopy

Yuanyuan Yang, Jiaqi Yang

Constructed from excavated loess and enhanced by a canopy of corn husks, the pavilion integrates traditional building methods with modern functionality to serve as a community focal point.

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Mass Stone Walls and Wood Wrap Create A Harmonious Artist Retreat

Mass Stone Walls and Wood Wrap Create A Harmonious Artist Retreat

Brandon Haarer, Austin Pelfrey

Mass stone walls paired with a wood wrap converge to form a temporary residence for artists, integrating modern living with the traditional landscape of Latvia.

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Heavy Materials and Wood Accents in a Community-Centered Residence

Heavy Materials and Wood Accents in a Community-Centered Residence

Fernando Quesada cano, Gonzalo Lopez montenegro guajardo-fajardo

Constructed with heavy materials and warm wood accents, the residence harmonizes with its lakeside setting to provide a flexible space for painters and their families.

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Triangular Facade in Brick and Stone for Community Guest Accommodations

Triangular Facade in Brick and Stone for Community Guest Accommodations

Liu Weinan

Constructed with a unique triangular facade of brick and stone, the design emphasizes communal spaces for guests while reflecting the cultural heritage of its Italian surroundings.

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Asymmetrical Roof Structure Enhances Community Space for the Mentawai Tribe

Bryan Zachrie, Orry Junior, Stephanus christo Probojati

An asymmetrical roof structure defines a community space that fosters cultural connection and sustainability for the Mentawai tribe while incorporating eco-conscious practices and traditional living methods.

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Translucent Composite Textile and Traditional Wood Joinery Facilitate Mindfulness Retreat

Justyna Śmigielska, Anna Bytner, Darya Vybarnaya

Utilizing translucent composite textiles and traditional wood joinery, the meditation cabin offers a serene environment that encourages mindfulness through a harmonious connection to nature.

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Green Roof Integrating Local Heritage and Community Engagement

Green Roof Integrating Local Heritage and Community Engagement

Anna Filippova

Drawing inspiration from the Skogar Museum and traditional Icelandic elements, the design incorporates a green roof that enhances biodiversity while providing a community space for engagement and interaction.

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Meditative Space with Controlled Light and Views of the Temple

Junlin Li, Zeqi Zheng

A consciously designed meditation room with controlled light offers uninterrupted views of the nearby Chuanzhu Temple, creating a tranquil residence for a lama couple that fosters spiritual practice and connection to nature.

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Rammed Earth Pavilion with Hyperbolic Paraboloid Form in the Sahara Desert

Luis fernando Islas villarreal

The pavilion's hyperbolic paraboloid shape, constructed primarily from rammed earth, emerges from the Sahara Desert as a modern interpretation of Berber nomadic shelters, providing a tranquil space for reflection and shelter.

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Timber Gable-Roof Retreat Embracing Sustainable Practices in a Serene Italian Landscape

Timber Gable-Roof Retreat Embracing Sustainable Practices in a Serene Italian Landscape

Khaled Abou taam

Timber gable-roof pavilions harmonize with an Italian landscape, serving as guest homes that promote community and showcase sustainable practices throughout the design.

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Timber Frames Embraced by Natural Green Spaces

Timber Frames Embraced by Natural Green Spaces

Lorin Wiedemeier

Nestled among lush green spaces, distinct timber frames create a unique blend of serenity and inspiration, providing a collaborative living environment for two artist families.

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Terracotta and Stone Integration in a Communal Gathering Space

Terracotta and Stone Integration in a Communal Gathering Space

Andy tianyue Hu, Natalie Perri

Set against the backdrop of Tili's expansive grape fields, the integration of terracotta and stone creates a central piazza designed for communal gatherings and wine experiences.

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Bamboo Skin Huts with PTFE Membrane for Sustainable Coastal Living

Doris Zuo, Kamin Li

Bamboo skin huts, enhanced by microporous PTFE membranes, provide functional and sustainable living spaces for the Bajau community, seamlessly integrating traditional craftsmanship with modern amenities along the coastal waters of Malaysia.

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Curved Framing and Augmented Wood in a Cultural Pavilion

Chee pei Kim (noel), Go Chee heng (edmund), Wong Jian ting (james), Ting Kee ping (steve)

With its use of curved framing and Augmented Wood panels, the pavilion creates an interactive space that melds traditional art with modern design, serving as a cultural hub for community engagement.

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RINGED SANCTUARY FOR WELLNESS AND REST

Ana-maria Lenghen, Razvan ioan Muntean, Silviu ioan Popa

House Fo(u)r Innerlight(s) is a yoga retreat designed to foster mindfulness and community within a natural forest setting in Latvia. The project emphasizes a circular spatial organization that integrates indoor and outdoor environments while supporting both collective activities and individual reflection.

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Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Passive Cooling Residences with Modular Design for Arid Climates

Shih-Hui Teng, Min Li, Shen Tzu Chen, Nien Chen Lu

Utilizing hollow brick construction and modular design, this sustainable residential initiative captures wind and solar energy to create adaptable living spaces for families in Dubai's arid climate.

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A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING

A RESIDENCE WITH ADAPTABLE OPEN-PLAN LIVING

Paula Soler Soler Marta Woodward Moncho

Designed for a residential setting in Dubai, the architecture responds to the demands of desert living through passive strategies, adaptable spatial planning, and material efficiency. The layout emphasizes a balance between privacy and communal life, with a focus on outdoor integration.

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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

Mason Miles

An elevated timber structure in the marshlands of South Dakota functions as a community center, incorporating natural illumination and a glazed corridor to facilitate education and public interaction.

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A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

Beomsoo Kim

Situated in a remote and challenging landscape, the design explores the relationship between humanity, nature, and time through a combined memorial and educational facility. The structure addresses themes of memory, ecological responsibility, and philosophical inquiry within a carefully considered architectural framework.

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A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

Sadyr Khabukhayev, Raikhan Seilova

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.

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An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

Menno Joop Johan Smit

Constructed with modular cross-laminated timber panels and green roof systems, the design establishes a contemporary urban hub that supports intergenerational living and promotes social cohesion.

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Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

Shuang Chen, Yushan Jiang, Hengyuan Yang

Utilizing bamboo and recycled steel, the design incorporates vertical gardens to enhance urban living environments while fostering community engagement through adaptable micro-housing units.

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Search results for: “Traditional”

4512 projects found:

Sustainable Living Amidst Camellia Gardens and Canal Networks

Translucent Fusuma Facades in a Space for Urban Mindfulness

Eucalyptus Cabins with Whitewashed Walls Offering Tranquil Retreats

Hempcrete and Rammed Earth Residence Integrating Vernacular Principles

Elevated Garden Spaces with Cross-Laminated Timber Design

Frosted Glass and Charred Wood Capsules for Urban Meditation

Excavated Pavilion Featuring Rammed Earth and Corn Husk Canopy

Mass Stone Walls and Wood Wrap Create A Harmonious Artist Retreat

Heavy Materials and Wood Accents in a Community-Centered Residence

Triangular Facade in Brick and Stone for Community Guest Accommodations

Asymmetrical Roof Structure Enhances Community Space for the Mentawai Tribe

Translucent Composite Textile and Traditional Wood Joinery Facilitate Mindfulness Retreat

Green Roof Integrating Local Heritage and Community Engagement

Meditative Space with Controlled Light and Views of the Temple

Rammed Earth Pavilion with Hyperbolic Paraboloid Form in the Sahara Desert

Timber Gable-Roof Retreat Embracing Sustainable Practices in a Serene Italian Landscape

Timber Frames Embraced by Natural Green Spaces

Terracotta and Stone Integration in a Communal Gathering Space

Bamboo Skin Huts with PTFE Membrane for Sustainable Coastal Living

Curved Framing and Augmented Wood in a Cultural Pavilion

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Marshland Hub on an Elevated Timber Structure

A Monument to Human Memory and Nature

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Modular Villa Inspired by a Traditional Game

An Urban Community Hub with Modular Wood and Integrated Green Roofs

Bamboo and Steel Micro-Housing with Vertical Gardens in Ghana

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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