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Octagonal Gathering Space with Load-Bearing Masonry and Natural Ventilation

Octagonal Gathering Space with Load-Bearing Masonry and Natural Ventilation

Juan Antonio Maronese, Juan Maronese, Manuel Galvez

An octagonal Majlis serves as the central gathering space, constructed with load-bearing masonry and designed for natural ventilation, highlighting a modular approach that seamlessly integrates sustainable features to create a functional family residence.

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Passive Design with Cantilevered Forms and Natural Stone Facades in Tropical Living

Passive Design with Cantilevered Forms and Natural Stone Facades in Tropical Living

Pier Paolo Presta

Cantilevered forms crafted from reinforced concrete and natural stone create a seamless connection to the lush surroundings, while expansive glass openings enhance natural light, culminating in a multifunctional residence designed for contemporary living.

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Rammed Earth Structures Featuring Natural Bamboo Integration for Climate-Responsive Living

Rammed Earth Structures Featuring Natural Bamboo Integration for Climate-Responsive Living

Ignacio López Lorenzo, Ruben Jimenez Mendez, Alejandro Canino Gutierrez

Rammed earth walls and locally sourced bamboo create a resilient shelter that adapts seamlessly to extreme climates while promoting sustainable living practices.

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Light-Filled Spaces Enhanced by Recycled Plywood and Local Stone in Tropical Living Environment

Choi Haeun

Illuminated by strategically placed light wells, a composition of recycled plywood and local stone articulates a seamless indoor-outdoor connection in a sustainable residence designed for a tropical climate.

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Seaweed Panels and Coconut Timber Create a Self-Sufficient Micro Home Emphasizing Sustainable Living

Seaweed Panels and Coconut Timber Create a Self-Sufficient Micro Home Emphasizing Sustainable Living

Vivek Patil , Akanksha Nandagaoli

Incorporating seaweed panels and coconut timber, this micro home on Netra Island utilizes renewable materials and innovative design to promote sustainable living while providing a functional and communal space for its residents.

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Fractal Forms and Water-Resilient Structures Forged with Eco-Friendly Composite Panels

Martin Diego Fernandez Meijide

Utilizing a modular design influenced by fractal geometry, this coastal habitat showcases eco-friendly composite panels and water-resilient structures, creating a sustainable community tailored for harmonious living.

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Perforated Facades and Green Roofs Defining a Multi-Functional Community Space

Perforated Facades and Green Roofs Defining a Multi-Functional Community Space

Tithi Tiwari, Tithi Tiwari, Abhinav Goyal, Gajender kumar Sharma

Integrating perforated facades and green roofs, the building offers a dynamic community space that harmonizes functionality with cultural resonance.

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Flamingo-Inspired Arches Enhance Ventilation in Cultural Multi-Purpose Space

Flamingo-Inspired Arches Enhance Ventilation in Cultural Multi-Purpose Space

Wenhao Nie

Inspired by the local flamingo population, the design incorporates elegant arches and strategic ventilation to create a multi-purpose space that harmonizes with Abu Dhabi's cultural and environmental context.

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Crafting Treetop Retreats with Lightweight Local Materials

Crafting Treetop Retreats with Lightweight Local Materials

Bradley Shakespeare ayton, Munene Rwigi

Raising above potential floods, this structure employs lightweight local materials and an adaptable design inspired by Origami to create spaces for individual reflection and communal activities.

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Embracing Shadows with Thatch and Bamboo in Tropical Living

Pitchayuth Saenyudtitham, Rachain Burinthanachat, Poramin Tavon, Tanakorn Nitisak

A thatched roof and bamboo structure harness the interplay of light and shadow to create a tranquil living environment designed for pottery and communal activities in a tropical setting.

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3d Printed Courtyard Home Utilizing Natural Materials for Passive Climate Control

3d Printed Courtyard Home Utilizing Natural Materials for Passive Climate Control

Georges Kachaamy, Somaia Salem Abdelkreem Haggag, Amna Hassan Ali Taleb Bin Shahdoor, Dana Zaidoun Faleh Otoom

Utilizing advanced 3D printing technology, this residence integrates a central courtyard with natural ventilation elements and sustainable materials to create a comfortable living environment in Dubai's challenging climate.

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Solar-Focusing Circular Home Featuring Dri-Design Cassette Panels for Enhanced Sustainability

Solar-Focusing Circular Home Featuring Dri-Design Cassette Panels for Enhanced Sustainability

Stefania Ivanova Atova, Aleksandar Danielov Sarov, Teodor Desislavov Angelov

A solar-focusing circular design utilizing Dri-Design cassette panels promotes energy efficiency and resilience, offering a sustainable living solution in tropical savanna climates.

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Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Elevated for Flood Resilience with Organic Form and Internal Greenery

Elevated above potential flood levels, the cross-laminated timber structure incorporates an organic form and internal greenery, providing a sustainable living space that harmonizes with its tropical environment.

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Fluid Forms of Sustainable Concrete and Glass with Integrated Vertical Gardens

Saba Tavdgiridze, Mamuka Nagervadze, Teimuraz Esadze

Cantilevered forms of concrete and glass, complemented by integrated vertical gardens, create a sustainable living environment that fosters community engagement in an urban setting.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Create a Sustainable Learning Environment

Wolfgang Ysrael Ramos Finol

Constructed with charred wooden shingles and local stone, the design enhances natural ventilation and outdoor connectivity, creating an educational environment that fosters community engagement and ecological awareness.

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Bamboo Structures Embracing Nature with Flexible Community Spaces

Macedo De Araujo

Bamboo's structural integrity and natural fibers converge to create flexible spaces that enhance community interaction and function seamlessly within a forested landscape by the river.

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Charred Wooden Shingles and Thermal Mass Create a Responsive Coastal Habitat

Charred Wooden Shingles and Thermal Mass Create a Responsive Coastal Habitat

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Utilizing charred wooden shingles and expansive glazing for natural light, the design offers a sustainable coastal residence that harmonizes with its surroundings while enhancing energy efficiency.

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Stone Sanctuary with Floating Outdoor Patio and Hydropower Integration

Stone Sanctuary with Floating Outdoor Patio and Hydropower Integration

Zariah Paulin

A unique stone structure with a lily-pad rim harnesses hydropower, seamlessly integrating a floating outdoor patio to create a tranquil meditation retreat in Cambodia.

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Textile Enclosure Featuring Local Basketry and Straw Insulation in a Compact Microhome

Florencia valentina Traversa artigas, María belén Pérez montelongo, Camila Giaconi santos

A lightweight textile enclosure incorporates local basketry and straw insulation to create a flexible microhome that adapts to various living functions while emphasizing sustainability and cultural integration.

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Turf-Covered Roof and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Community Film Center

Turf-Covered Roof and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Community Film Center

Marta Skiba

With a turf-covered roof and cross-laminated timber construction, the design serves as a community film center that reflects Icelandic cultural heritage while providing a versatile space for cinematic and public events.

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A Nature-Based Learning Space Integrating a Frame-Wall Structure for Ecosystem Engagement

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Polpipat Naksawat, Teerakan Wattanayon, Ratasakon Chantaluxsul

Utilizing a frame-wall structure and a steel plate system, the design integrates natural elements to facilitate interactive learning within the diverse ecosystems of the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve.

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Modular Plywood Cabins Formed Around Lightwell and Stone Foundations

Modular Plywood Cabins Formed Around Lightwell and Stone Foundations

Victor Paixão, Paula Sertório, Raphael Nogueira

Constructed with plywood panels and strategically designed lightwells, these cabins utilize stone foundations to create versatile spaces for wellness and meditation.

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An Eco Visitor Center Woven from Local Palm Materials

An Eco Visitor Center Woven from Local Palm Materials

Mevlut Cihan Alkan, Ahmet Serdar Aydın

Constructed using woven palm leaves and local materials, the visitor center integrates with the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, providing educational spaces that foster a connection between visitors and the surrounding ecosystem.