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Diagonal Facades Enhanced by Natural Light and Integrated Solar Panels in Urban Housing
Diagonal Facades Enhanced by Natural Light and Integrated Solar Panels in Urban Housing
Alejandro Orbe
Diagonal voids carved into a reinforced concrete structure maximize natural light and airflow while incorporating green roofs and solar panels, creating a sustainable urban housing solution that fosters community connection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Community Cinema Amidst Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Form a Community Cinema Amidst Iceland's Volcanic Landscape
Xiaowei Bai
Formed by charred wooden shingles and enhanced by cross-laminated timber, the cinema emerges as a captivating refuge that harmonizes with Iceland's rugged volcanic terrain.
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Floating Roof Design with Cast Concrete and Expansive Glass Emphasizing Volcanic Landscapes for a Community Café
Floating Roof Design with Cast Concrete and Expansive Glass Emphasizing Volcanic Landscapes for a Community Café
Theethaj Pholampaisathit
With its floating concrete roof that mirrors the contours of Hverfjall and expansive glass walls that invite the breathtaking volcanic landscape indoors, this café provides a cozy retreat for visitors seeking refreshment and community connection.
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Hexagonal Structure Featuring Aluminum Composite Panels and Solar Energy Solutions at Base Camp厕所
Hexagonal Structure Featuring Aluminum Composite Panels and Solar Energy Solutions at Base Camp厕所
Kateryna Cherednyk
Constructed with a hexagonal design utilizing durable aluminum composite panels and powered by renewable solar energy, this facility addresses sanitation needs for visitors at Base Camp, ensuring both functionality and environmental sensitivity in a challenging mountain landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Weathered Timber Create a Coastal Retreat Emphasizing Natural Light and Outdoor Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Weathered Timber Create a Coastal Retreat Emphasizing Natural Light and Outdoor Living
Jaco Woltjer
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and treated timber, this coastal retreat seamlessly blends into its natural surroundings, maximizing outdoor living spaces while offering an inviting sanctuary for relaxation.
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Curved Metal Veil and Birch Interior in a Tranquil Finnish Retreat
Curved Metal Veil and Birch Interior in a Tranquil Finnish Retreat
Eduardo Acevedo, Irina Salas
The gently arched metal veil complements the warm birch interior of this Finnish retreat, offering a serene environment for meditation and contemplation amidst the natural landscape.
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Elemental Design Featuring Heat-Treated Wood and Glazed Facades in Sustainable Hillside Cabins
Elemental Design Featuring Heat-Treated Wood and Glazed Facades in Sustainable Hillside Cabins
Barbara Selinšek, Stasha Jobanovikj
Drawing inspiration from the elemental forces of nature, the cabins utilize heat-treated wood and expansive glazed facades to create a serene retreat that fosters mindful living amidst a hillside landscape.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Harmonizing With Geological Features in Iceland
Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Harmonizing With Geological Features in Iceland
Tobias Tytgat, Fatos Berisha, Jan De graeve
Constructed with cross-laminated timber and coral-based concrete, this architectural gem seamlessly integrates into Iceland's rugged landscape, offering a multifunctional space that serves as both a watchtower and information center for visitors to connect with their natural surroundings.
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Tree-Integrated Retreat Crafted From Thermo-Treated Wood Featuring Solar Energy Solutions
Tree-Integrated Retreat Crafted From Thermo-Treated Wood Featuring Solar Energy Solutions
Adrian Sempa
Tree trunks rise through elevated huts built with thermo-treated wood and solar energy solutions, creating a sustainable retreat that immerses guests in the surrounding Cambodian forest.
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Organic Shape In Reinforced Concrete With Glass Walls And Natural Wood Accents For A Mindful Retreat
Organic Shape In Reinforced Concrete With Glass Walls And Natural Wood Accents For A Mindful Retreat
Yehiel Tsubery, Yair Stein, Shachar Odeser
Nestled into a hillside, the design's organic shape and expansive glass walls create a seamless connection with nature while reinforced concrete provides structural integrity, making it an ideal sanctuary for yoga and meditation.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Seamless Integration with Nature in Family Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Seamless Integration with Nature in Family Living
Ali Lavasani, Fateme Azizzadeh, Mahdi Fard
Integrating charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design harmonizes with its lakefront location while providing a multifunctional living space that encourages community interaction.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Prefabricated Concrete Elements in a Sustainable Retreat Home
Charred Wood Shingles and Prefabricated Concrete Elements in a Sustainable Retreat Home
Dumitru Ana, Raluca Negoescu, Ruxandra Chirca, Oana Gavrila
Incorporating charred wood shingles and OSB panels, this sustainable retreat harmonizes with its alpine setting, providing a peaceful escape designed for relaxation and reflection.
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Elevated Community Spaces with Pink Accents and Timber Cladding
Elevated Community Spaces with Pink Accents and Timber Cladding
Gabriela Santos
With its playful pink stripes and elevated design that fosters public engagement, this development utilizes timber cladding and expansive glass façades to create vital communal spaces in the heart of Berlin.
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Filtered Rainwater Systems and Adjustable Rack Solutions in Treated Wood Facilities for Mountain Sanitation
Filtered Rainwater Systems and Adjustable Rack Solutions in Treated Wood Facilities for Mountain Sanitation
Gianmarco Biasin
Harnessing filtered rainwater through innovative design, the facility utilizes treated wood and an adjustable rack system to provide essential sanitation services at the base camps of one of the world's most challenging peaks.
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Charred Wooden Shingles And Glass Façades Intertwined Within A Vineyard Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles And Glass Façades Intertwined Within A Vineyard Retreat
Jongsun Lee, Hyungjin Choi, Taewook Kang
Nestled among rolling vineyards, the design showcases charred wooden shingles and expansive glass façades that create a seamless connection with nature, ultimately serving as a tranquil retreat for visitors seeking relaxation and community engagement.
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Elevated Home Featuring Galvanized Structure and Floor-to-Ceiling Glass in a Natural Setting
Elevated Home Featuring Galvanized Structure and Floor-to-Ceiling Glass in a Natural Setting
Jonathan Bradley
With a galvanized steel framework and expansive floor-to-ceiling glass panels that invite nature indoors, the design creates a seamless dialogue between its environment and the elevated living spaces it offers.
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Spherical Meditation Cabin Crafted From Charred Wood and Recycled Steel
Spherical Meditation Cabin Crafted From Charred Wood and Recycled Steel
Rinaldo D’alessandro
Crafted from charred wood and recycled steel, this spherical meditation cabin harmonizes with its natural surroundings to offer a tranquil space for introspection and mindfulness.
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Tectonic Observation Tower Constructed with Lightweight Steel and Natural Timber Integration
Tectonic Observation Tower Constructed with Lightweight Steel and Natural Timber Integration
Wilhelm Scherübl, Therese Leick
Elevated above a tectonic divide, the lightweight steel observation tower harmonizes with its surroundings through natural timber elements, inviting visitors to engage with the geological landscape while providing essential informational services.
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Weathered Steel and Elevated Pathways Nestled within Iceland's Geological Landscape
Weathered Steel and Elevated Pathways Nestled within Iceland's Geological Landscape
Moritz Aichriedler, Christian Keuschnig, Theresa Mitterdorfer, Stefan Urban
Elevated wooden pathways and weathered steel harmoniously blend with Iceland's rugged terrain, providing a unique vantage point for visitors to engage with the striking geological formations that define this innovative observation facility.
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Dark Brown Treated Wood Cladding Enhanced by Natural Light Creates a Harmonious Wellness Retreat
Dark Brown Treated Wood Cladding Enhanced by Natural Light Creates a Harmonious Wellness Retreat
John Smylie, Abdelkader Saadi
Dark brown treated wood cladding integrates seamlessly with panoramic views of the surrounding forest, creating a tranquil space for yoga and meditation that emphasizes well-being and environmental connection.
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