Mawari Andres NuÑez Flores,Fernando Enrique Henriquez Regalado
Circular windows of reflective metal and sustainably sourced laminated timber invite natural light into a wellness retreat designed for relaxation and community engagement.
A hillside spa retreat combines blurred glass facades and marble water features to create a seamless blend of nature and tranquility, offering diverse wellness experiences in a thoughtfully designed environment.
Constructed with locally sourced basalt and timber, the spa seamlessly integrates into Iceland's rugged terrain while offering a serene environment for relaxation and wellness.
Built using rammed earth and charred timber, the spa integrates local brewing practices with its circular design, offering therapeutic experiences in a breathtaking volcanic landscape.
The curvilinear form, crafted from laminated timber and extensive glass, seamlessly integrates with the landscape to create a spa and community retreat focused on wellness and social interaction.
Combining charred wooden shingles and expansive glass walls, the design creates a seamless dialogue with Iceland's landscape, offering a unique spa experience centered around hydrotherapy and local beer.
Curved clay walls and integrated green roofs create a seamless connection between indoor wellness spaces and the surrounding landscape, offering a holistic environment for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Crafted with laminated wood and integrated solar panels, the spa harmonizes with its natural surroundings to provide a dedicated space for wellness and relaxation.
With its focus on meditation gardens and an intricate pitched roof design, the hospice home in City Q creates a harmonious environment that fosters community connections while prioritizing patient well-being.
Terracotta Biber and photo tiles enhance the modern design of a hotel that offers guests a unique experience amidst the lush landscapes of Portugal's vineyards.
The crater-shaped roof, crafted from photovoltaic sheets, captures Icelandic solar energy while providing a serene spa environment that harmonizes wellness and sustainability.
Utilizing a charred timber facade and expansive glass elements, the facility merges modern wellness experiences with local brewing traditions, creating a unique spa destination surrounded by natural landscapes.
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and steel cladding, this Nordic retreat redefines wellness through innovative beer baths and serene communal spaces, creating a sanctuary for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Cesar Alejandro Bonilla Jaramillo,Diego Edmundo IbaÑez Velazquez,Arie Gross SÁnchez,Carlos Manuel Barbecho Mendez
Charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades define a sustainable wellness retreat that harmonizes with the Icelandic landscape, inviting visitors to engage with both relaxation and nature.
Incorporating charred wood shingles and large glass panels, the design creates a tranquil environment that connects residents to the surrounding landscape while providing essential palliative care spaces.
With its rammed earth construction and biophilic features, the design integrates natural materials and communal spaces to provide a restorative wellness experience.
Constructed with cross-laminated timber and incorporating natural clay therapy, this spa resort seamlessly integrates into the forest landscape while providing a dedicated space for wellness and relaxation.
Constructed with cork block materials, the retreat harmonizes with the landscape, offering a dual-level design that separates treatment and meditation spaces while promoting sustainability and a connection to nature.
The wave-shaped roof and private terraces crafted from natural stone create a seamless connection to the vineyard landscape, offering a tranquil retreat that enhances the experience of wine culture.
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.
Repurposed oil rigs form the foundation for a resilient water-based community, integrating fish farms and urban agriculture to create a sustainable habitat for future residents.
Valeria Baeza
Mario Arancibia
Felipe Gonzalez
Tomas Zelada
The project is a wellness retreat that brings together yoga, meditation, and communal living through an architecture focused on minimal environmental impact. Using ecologically responsible materials and passive design strategies, it fosters a balanced relationship between daily life and the surrounding natural landscape.
Positioned between the Baltic Sea and the Jaunupes River, the Pilgrimage Yoga House is a multifunctional space designed for yoga, meditation, and communal gathering. The project combines sustainable construction with a strong sensitivity to its landscape and users, offering a setting that supports both individual reflection and shared experience.
The project addresses the complexities of urban density while fostering social engagement and pedestrian accessibility by integrating flexible office spaces with vibrant communal areas. The design not only enhances functionality within a constrained urban footprint but also strengthens connections between disparate elements of the city’s fabric.
This study examines a multi-volume building designed to connect users with the forest landscape while accommodating communal and educational functions. Architectural strategies in these contexts can balance visual distinction with environmental sensitivity, providing spaces for learning and observation.
With a design that utilizes stacked roofs to create unobstructed jungle views, this wooden retreat fosters a close connection to nature while providing essential shelter and spaces for relaxation and meditation.
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