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Mycelium Construction and Wind Towers Creating Sustainable Desert Living
Mycelium Construction and Wind Towers Creating Sustainable Desert Living
C Shashwat Naidu
Mycelium block construction and passive cooling wind towers define a residential space that harmonizes sustainability with traditional Emirati hospitality.
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Blue-Green Flying Roof Incorporating Natural Ventilation Techniques with Breathable Brick Construction
Blue-Green Flying Roof Incorporating Natural Ventilation Techniques with Breathable Brick Construction
Amal Khaled Abdellatif Mulhem
A blue-green flying roof and traditional Barjeel work together with breathable brick to create a climate-responsive home that emphasizes cultural heritage while providing a comfortable family living environment.
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Rammed Earth Structure Enhanced by Evaporative Cooling and Indigenous Landscaping for Sustainable Living
Rammed Earth Structure Enhanced by Evaporative Cooling and Indigenous Landscaping for Sustainable Living
Victor Lopes Mascarenhas, Aijaz Yousuf, Stefano Villella
Showcasing a blend of rammed earth construction and passive cooling strategies, this sustainable residence integrates indigenous landscaping to create a comfortable living environment adapted to the unique climate of the United Arab Emirates.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Transforming Residential Cooling Solutions in Desert Climate
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Transforming Residential Cooling Solutions in Desert Climate
Euiju Lee, Yu Subin
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and extensive glass facades, this residential design effectively utilizes passive cooling techniques to create a sustainable living environment adapted to the desert climate.
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Humidity Water Recovery System Integrated Within A Green Oasis Featuring Self-Insulating Brick and Acacia Wood Elements
Humidity Water Recovery System Integrated Within A Green Oasis Featuring Self-Insulating Brick and Acacia Wood Elements
Audrey Eliane Bernadette Provost, Maxime Vadon
Incorporating a humidity water recovery system and self-insulating brick, this residence uses Acacia wood to create a sustainable living environment that prioritizes energy efficiency and community interaction.
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Sustainable Living Through Ceramic Lattice Panels and Natural Cooling Strategies
Sustainable Living Through Ceramic Lattice Panels and Natural Cooling Strategies
Antonio Javier Martinez Rodriguez, Pablo Astrain Mocoroa, Veronica Fernandez-blanco Guinea
Characterized by its ceramic lattice panels and traditional wind tower, the design maximizes natural ventilation and thermal efficiency, creating a sustainable residential environment.
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Natural Ventilation and Sustainable Design Informed by Wind Towers and Solar Panels
Natural Ventilation and Sustainable Design Informed by Wind Towers and Solar Panels
Abdullah Saeed, Akif Khan
Utilizing traditional wind towers and solar panels, the design incorporates sustainable materials and natural ventilation strategies to create a contemporary residence that prioritizes energy efficiency and cultural context.
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Sustainable Oasis Featuring Traditional Windcatchers and Locally Sourced Materials in Desert Climate
Sustainable Oasis Featuring Traditional Windcatchers and Locally Sourced Materials in Desert Climate
Neil Jude TaÑara Valencia, Florabelle Caloy
Incorporating traditional windcatchers and locally sourced sandstone, the design optimizes passive cooling strategies to create a sustainable living space tailored for the desert environment.
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Terracotta Screens and Subterranean Cooling in a Sustainable Residential Setting
Terracotta Screens and Subterranean Cooling in a Sustainable Residential Setting
Zaid Osama Saeed Alawadi, Kawar Tahseen Salih Salih, Omar Khalid Sabbar Sabbar, Aseel Ghanayem
Utilizing terracotta screens and a semi-subterranean design, the residence effectively combines local materials and innovative cooling strategies to create an energy-efficient family home in Dubai's challenging climate.
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Wind Towers and Natural Materials Embrace Climate in a Sustainable Family Villa
Wind Towers and Natural Materials Embrace Climate in a Sustainable Family Villa
Obaid Salim Obaid Salim Obaid Alsuwaidi, Mansoor Jaber Abdulla Mohammad Alharbi
Incorporating traditional wind towers and sustainable adobe, the villa maximizes natural cooling while providing a flexible family living environment in Ajman.
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Wind Towers and Adobe Facades Enhancing Sustainable Living in Residential Design
Wind Towers and Adobe Facades Enhancing Sustainable Living in Residential Design
Khalil Mohammad Khalil Alsuradi
Utilizing wind towers and adobe facades, the design implements traditional cooling techniques and sustainable materials to create an energy-efficient residential space that fosters community interaction.
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Wind Tower Design Featuring Electrochromic Glass and Coral Stone in a Sustainable Residential Setting
Wind Tower Design Featuring Electrochromic Glass and Coral Stone in a Sustainable Residential Setting
Klea Braho
Incorporating a traditional wind tower and electrochromic glass within a sustainable framework, the residence enhances natural cooling and energy efficiency while providing a comfortable family home.
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Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles Define Sustainable Desert Living
Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Shingles Define Sustainable Desert Living
Sasipim Sivaroroskul
Incorporating cross-laminated timber and charred shingles, the design efficiently harnesses natural ventilation and thermal mass to create a sustainable living space in a desert environment.
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Power Chimneys and Rammed Earth Create a Sustainable Home in the UAE
Power Chimneys and Rammed Earth Create a Sustainable Home in the UAE
Peng-chien Chang, Ruojing Yuan, Jiaxing Wang
Combining power chimneys and rammed earth construction, this residence achieves energy efficiency and climate adaptation, providing a sustainable living solution in the arid conditions of the UAE.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Light Create a Compassionate Sanctuary for Pediatric Care
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Rammed Earth and Natural Wood Create An Engaging Community Space for Seniors

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