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Twisting Towers Enveloped in High-Performance Glass with Integrated Carbon Capture Systems
Twisting Towers Enveloped in High-Performance Glass with Integrated Carbon Capture Systems
Amanda Hwa, Sombo Sisay, Regina Chen
Featuring twisting towers crafted from high-performance glass and enhanced by an innovative carbon capture system, the development serves as a vibrant mixed-use space that redefines urban living in Hong Kong.
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Twisting Glass and Steel Tower Featuring Eco-Friendly Terraces in Urban Dubai
Twisting Glass and Steel Tower Featuring Eco-Friendly Terraces in Urban Dubai
Victor Skachkov
A twisting glass and steel structure with eco-friendly terraces seamlessly integrates into Dubai's skyline, providing a dynamic mixed-use space that fosters community interaction and enhances urban living.
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Twisting Kinetic Facade Crafted From ETFE and Solar Fabric Along Miami's Waterfront
Twisting Kinetic Facade Crafted From ETFE and Solar Fabric Along Miami's Waterfront
Ashish ram reddy Rajula
With a twisting kinetic facade of ETFE and integrated solar fabric, this Miami development redefines high-rise living while addressing environmental challenges through its dynamic mixed-use spaces along the waterfront.
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Geometric Retreat with Cross-Laminated Timber and Abundant Natural Light
Geometric Retreat with Cross-Laminated Timber and Abundant Natural Light
Hsiang-ting Huang
Crafted with angular forms and an abundance of glass that draws in natural light, this residence utilizes cross-laminated timber to create a healing retreat that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living.
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Twisting Façade Crafted from Sustainable Wood with Green Roof Integration for Communal Spaces
Twisting Façade Crafted from Sustainable Wood with Green Roof Integration for Communal Spaces
Vadim Golubev
Crafted from sustainable wood, the twisting façades and integrated green roofs create vibrant communal spaces that enhance urban livability and foster community interaction.
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Reflective Aluminum Facade Blending With Icelandic Landscape in Sculptural Gathering Space
Reflective Aluminum Facade Blending With Icelandic Landscape in Sculptural Gathering Space
Daniel Cano
With its reflective aluminum facade harmoniously integrated into the Icelandic landscape, the gathering space offers a unique interaction between natural beauty and functional design, enhancing the visitor experience through carefully framed views of the surrounding scenery.
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Twisting Forms and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Adaptable Urban Living Spaces
Twisting Forms and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create Adaptable Urban Living Spaces
Yee Qing xuan, Tan Xian yi, Lim Shu chern
With its twisting forms and sustainable cross-laminated timber panels, this innovative housing solution redefines urban living, offering adaptable spaces that promote community interaction and self-sufficiency.
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Spiraling Terraces of Sustainable Timber and Green Roofs Redefine Urban Living
Spiraling Terraces of Sustainable Timber and Green Roofs Redefine Urban Living
Tobias Küblböck, Sula Kiriakos
With its spiraling form and terraces adorned with sustainable timber and green roofs, this urban residence harmoniously integrates nature into the living experience while fostering community engagement in a dense city landscape.
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Curvilinear Design with Weatherproofed Aluminum Panels and Concrete Embracing Nature's Essence in a Visitor Center
Curvilinear Design with Weatherproofed Aluminum Panels and Concrete Embracing Nature's Essence in a Visitor Center
Anya Jeffery, Nicole Dyer, Yutaro Sakai, Kyle Hoak
With a curvilinear form inspired by Iceland's natural landscapes and crafted from durable weatherproofed aluminum and concrete, the Visitor Center invites exploration and fosters a deeper connection to the unique geological features of the Mývatn region.
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Curvilinear Copper Facade and Wind Energy Integration in Elevated Viewing Platform
Curvilinear Copper Facade and Wind Energy Integration in Elevated Viewing Platform
Valeriya Starostina, Alena Markova, Dmitry Burdin
With a curvilinear copper facade that gracefully mimics the scales of a dragon, the elevated viewing platform seamlessly integrates wind energy solutions, offering visitors a unique blend of cultural storytelling and breathtaking landscapes.
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Photovoltaic Glass and Twisting Facades Enhancing Urban Life in a London High-Rise
Photovoltaic Glass and Twisting Facades Enhancing Urban Life in a London High-Rise
Reuben Robotham
The twisting form of the tower, clad in photovoltaic glass and reinforced concrete, captures sunlight while fostering a vibrant community atmosphere, serving as a mixed-use hub in London's Isle of Dogs.
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Twisted Frames of Norway Spruce Illuminate a Meditative Space in the Forest
Twisted Frames of Norway Spruce Illuminate a Meditative Space in the Forest
Isamu Kanda, Sangsuri Chun
A twisting structure of Norway Spruce captures natural light and forest views, creating a serene retreat for meditation and reflection high above the ground.
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Triangular Glass Facade with Timber Framework Supporting Vertical Agriculture in an Urban Setting
Triangular Glass Facade with Timber Framework Supporting Vertical Agriculture in an Urban Setting
Nuoyan Xu, Qingfeng Liang, Yongruo Xue
With a spiraling triangular glass facade and a sustainable timber framework, the design transforms urban food production through innovative vertical farming, fostering community engagement in Shenyang.
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Vertical Farm Incorporating Local Stone And Sustainable Vegetation Within A Twisting Concrete Structure
Vertical Farm Incorporating Local Stone And Sustainable Vegetation Within A Twisting Concrete Structure
Khalid Alrougi, Sultan Aljabri
Incorporating 3,500 prickly pear plants within a twisting concrete structure adorned with locally sourced stone, this innovative vertical farm transforms urban living by integrating agriculture and community spaces into its multifunctional design.
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Twisting Form Enveloped in Charred Wood Panels within a Volcanic Landscape Visitor Center
Twisting Form Enveloped in Charred Wood Panels within a Volcanic Landscape Visitor Center
Nikolai Mina, Lady Roxanne Mina
A twisting form clad in charred wood panels harmonizes with the volcanic landscape to create a visitor center that not only educates guests about Iceland's geology but also invites them to immerse themselves in its stunning scenery.
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Twisted Tower Enveloped in Glass and Charred Wood With Adaptive Learning Spaces
Twisted Tower Enveloped in Glass and Charred Wood With Adaptive Learning Spaces
Ying Wang
A twisted tower of glass and charred wood emerges as a centerpiece for adaptive learning, embodying a progressive approach to education that fosters collaboration and innovation within its thoughtfully designed spaces.
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Reflective Steel Walls Merging With Volcanic Landscape to Create Contemplative Space
Reflective Steel Walls Merging With Volcanic Landscape to Create Contemplative Space
Paniz Peik
Reflective steel walls elegantly rise from the volcanic terrain, creating a unique contemplative space that encourages engagement with the surrounding landscape.
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Eco-Friendly Spiral Tower Featuring Green Roof Systems and Sustainable Materials
Eco-Friendly Spiral Tower Featuring Green Roof Systems and Sustainable Materials
Yoonhae Choi, Donghoon Seo
A spiral structure adorned with lush green roofs and crafted from eco-friendly materials creates a dynamic living environment that seamlessly blends nature with urban habitation.
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Reflective Steel Façade Blending With Natural Landscapes for an Observation Space
Reflective Steel Façade Blending With Natural Landscapes for an Observation Space
Mingzhe Yu, Peter-daniel Fazakas, Xiaokang Li, Wu Jia
A reflective steel façade seamlessly integrates with the rugged Icelandic landscape, creating an observation space that invites visitors to connect with the breathtaking natural phenomena of the aurora borealis.
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Spiraling ETFE Structure Embracing Geothermal Landscapes as a Visitor Destination
Spiraling ETFE Structure Embracing Geothermal Landscapes as a Visitor Destination
Don Paine
Rising gracefully from the dramatic landscape of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the spiraling ETFE structure not only reflects the mythical essence of Jormungandr but also serves as a captivating visitor destination that harmonizes with Iceland's geothermal beauty.
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