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Charred Wood and Volcanic Concrete Blend in a Curvilinear Design for Sustainable Living
Charred Wood and Volcanic Concrete Blend in a Curvilinear Design for Sustainable Living
Jun Nam, Denali Farrell, Johannah Deegan
Emphasizing the use of charred wood and volcanic concrete, the design seamlessly blends a curvilinear form with expansive glass facades, creating a harmonious living space that connects residents to the surrounding Icelandic landscape.
iceland turf houses sustainability communal residential local materials glass wood volcanic curved
Geothermal Pavilion With Textured Concrete and Triangular Form Embracing Natural Landscape
Geothermal Pavilion With Textured Concrete and Triangular Form Embracing Natural Landscape
Zsofia Vancsura, Ádám Balog
Embracing the rugged Icelandic landscape, a triangular pavilion of textured concrete and large glass panels integrates geothermal energy solutions, creating a versatile space for cinema and community engagement.
iceland pavilion cinema cultural community sustainability landscape geothermal gathering natural
A-frame Structure Featuring Local Birch and Passive Glazing Integration for Eco-Friendly Visitor Experience
A-frame Structure Featuring Local Birch and Passive Glazing Integration for Eco-Friendly Visitor Experience
Kade Hern
Utilizing locally sourced birch and a carefully designed A-frame structure, the architectural endeavor harmoniously integrates with the volcanic landscape to provide an educational visitor center and café that promotes sustainability and community engagement.
iceland visitor center caf exhibit nature sustainability locale cultural geology
Sustainable Earth-Sheltered Design with Volcanic Ash and Natural Wood Integration
Sustainable Earth-Sheltered Design with Volcanic Ash and Natural Wood Integration
Bjarke Jansen, Costanza Angeloni, Kleopatra Balatsouka
Crafted with volcanic ash and local wood, this earth-sheltered facility embraces sustainability while fostering community engagement through diverse shared spaces and recreational opportunities.
iceland community sustainability public greenhouse recreation space materials interactivity climate
Charred Wooden Shingles and Stone Facade Create a Communal Hall for Travelers in Iceland
Charred Wooden Shingles and Stone Facade Create a Communal Hall for Travelers in Iceland
Mohamed Emara
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and locally sourced stone, the hall emerges from the landscape as a modern gathering space for travelers in Iceland, inviting a sense of community and connection amid the stunning natural surroundings.
iceland travelers communal coffee hiking hall sustainability stone wood nature
Turf Roof Structure Blending Vegetation and Volcanic Stone With Community Gathering Spaces
Turf Roof Structure Blending Vegetation and Volcanic Stone With Community Gathering Spaces
Sining Xu, Cong Liu
Blending a lush turf roof with volcanic stone, this café harmonizes with its Icelandic landscape while serving as a vibrant community gathering space.
iceland caf turf sustainability community vegetation volcano exhibition concrete social
Rammed Earth Walls and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Climate-Responsive Community Greenhouse
Rammed Earth Walls and Cross-Laminated Timber in a Climate-Responsive Community Greenhouse
Martin Avila, Mariana Bernal, Valeria Moreno
Constructed with rammed earth walls and cross-laminated timber, the community greenhouse seamlessly integrates sustainable materials to create a climate-responsive space for cultivation and education in Northeast Iceland.
iceland greenhouse sustainability community agriculture bioclimatic education local cultivation vegetation
Geothermal-Fueled Structure Featuring Vegetative Roof and Expanded Metal Facade in Northern Landscape
Geothermal-Fueled Structure Featuring Vegetative Roof and Expanded Metal Facade in Northern Landscape
Nicholas Traverse
Nestled within Iceland's geothermal landscape, a vegetative roof integrates harmoniously with expanded metal facades, leveraging sustainable energy to create a multifunctional hub for indoor farming and community engagement.
iceland greenhouse geothermal sustainability community agriculture landscape retail environment innovation
Lava Rock and Glass Canopy Embracing Sustainability in a Nordic Greenhouse Restaurant
Lava Rock and Glass Canopy Embracing Sustainability in a Nordic Greenhouse Restaurant
Ah lam Lee
Nestled beneath a canopy of glass and framed by locally sourced lava rock, this Nordic greenhouse restaurant seamlessly blends sustainable design with the rich biodiversity of Iceland’s landscapes.
iceland restaurant greenhouse sustainability local landscape turf ecology cuisine biodiversity
Spiral Structure Clad in Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Embracing Geothermal Integration for Cultural Engagement
Spiral Structure Clad in Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Embracing Geothermal Integration for Cultural Engagement
Edward Onida, Elina Arzumanian
Emphasizing a spiral design crafted from cross-laminated timber panels, this architectural endeavor seamlessly integrates geothermal energy systems while offering a multifaceted space for cultural exhibitions and educational engagement.
iceland museum observation sustainability timber geothermal exhibition education cultural landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping A Sustainable Community Center
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping A Sustainable Community Center
Era shae Brown
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design harmonizes with its volcanic surroundings to create a versatile community center that fosters local engagement and environmental awareness.
iceland community sustainability education gathering greenhouse local materials volcanic engagement natural light
Turf-Covered Community Center Featuring Local Timber and Eco-Friendly Design Elements
Turf-Covered Community Center Featuring Local Timber and Eco-Friendly Design Elements
Amelie Stephan
Nestled within the Mývatn landscape, a community center harmonizes traditional turf roofing with sustainable timber construction, creating a welcoming space for local gatherings and activities.
iceland community center turf sustainable garden recreation public interaction natural
Slanted Roof Structure Crafted with Steel Frame and Polished Concrete in a Volcanic Landscape
Slanted Roof Structure Crafted with Steel Frame and Polished Concrete in a Volcanic Landscape
Michelle Yanga
Crafted with a slanted roof and a seamless blend of polished concrete and structural steel, the visitor center offers panoramic views of Hverfjall, inviting guests to explore the geological marvels of Iceland’s landscape.
iceland visitor center sustainability hverfjall caf educational turf house nature exhibition green roof
Geothermal Heating and Turf Roofs in a Sustainable Community Hub Design
Geothermal Heating and Turf Roofs in a Sustainable Community Hub Design
Hanui Yu, Byongwook Oh
With a distinctive turf roof that integrates geothermal heating and local volcanic stone, the design serves as a sustainable community hub aimed at fostering collaboration and environmental consciousness.
iceland community workshop greenhouse market gym sustainable turf volcanic local
Cantilevered Structure with Metal Façade and Sheep Wool Insulation Nestled in a Volcanic Landscape
Cantilevered Structure with Metal Façade and Sheep Wool Insulation Nestled in a Volcanic Landscape
Matthew Lam, Pearl Cao
Elevated above the volcanic terrain, this cantilevered building integrates a sleek metal façade with sustainable sheep wool insulation, creating a vibrant space for community engagement and exhibitions.
iceland coffee exhibition community volcano sustainability cantilever landscape functionality local materials
Folded Roof Structure Enveloped in Green Roofing with Sustainable Wooden Materials Functioning as a Community Coffee Shop
Folded Roof Structure Enveloped in Green Roofing with Sustainable Wooden Materials Functioning as a Community Coffee Shop
Takeru Osato, Yuka Kobayashi
Nestled beneath a folded roof that harmonizes with the volcanic landscape, the sustainable coffee shop incorporates a green roofing system and locally sourced wooden materials to create a welcoming space for community engagement.
iceland coffee shop sustainable turf green volcano community natural contemporary
Circular Greenhouse Restaurant With Glulam Structure and Photovoltaic Roof Integration
Circular Greenhouse Restaurant With Glulam Structure and Photovoltaic Roof Integration
Sidonie Muller
Emphasizing a circular form that harmonizes with Iceland's volcanic landscape, this greenhouse restaurant incorporates glulam timber and a photovoltaic roof to create a sustainable dining experience deeply connected to its natural surroundings.
iceland restaurant greenhouse sustainability community volcano geothermal circular timber local
Turf Roofing and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Dining Experience in Iceland
Turf Roofing and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Sustainable Dining Experience in Iceland
Bruno Charles, Sabrina Arrosi Emer, Lilian Moreira
With its innovative use of turf roofing and cross-laminated timber, the architectural endeavor seamlessly blends into the Icelandic landscape while offering a sustainable dining experience that fosters community engagement.
iceland restaurant greenhouse sustainability turf timber nature community hinterland local
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Shape a Sustainable Community Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Shape a Sustainable Community Retreat
Agnieszka Trzcinska, Przemysław Chmielarski, Aditya Soman, Mick Bloemendal
With its charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber structure seamlessly integrated into the rugged Icelandic landscape, the design fosters community interaction while promoting sustainability as a modern familial retreat.
iceland residential sustainable turf community greenhouse living timber eco-friendly modern
Limestone Base With Angular Geometry Showcasing Natural Stone and Wood Integration For Visitor Engagement
Limestone Base With Angular Geometry Showcasing Natural Stone and Wood Integration For Visitor Engagement
Yuxiang Li
Crafted from locally sourced limestone and accented with angular wooden elements, the design immerses visitors in Iceland's breathtaking landscape while serving as a functional information center.
iceland visitor center cultural heritage natural landscape tourism multi-angular sustainability public space local materials observation point
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