Axel Gerlero,Catalina Sonzini Astudillo,Paula de simone
The study examines a small-scale kiosk in Bergen, Norway, designed to integrate environmental considerations with everyday user experience. It explores how functional form, material selection, and spatial organization can respond to local climate conditions while supporting sensory engagement.
Tall trees surround an urban workspace designed to promote well-being and productivity, bridging the gap between nature and daily professional life in the heart of Busan.
A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.
Shaped like a crater, the greenhouse employs heated double glass and pre-painted steel beams to create a sustainable dining experience that connects guests with the Icelandic landscape.
Constructed from basalt, five cubes create a unique habitat integrating a geothermal greenhouse with a restaurant, positioned to capture sunlight and provide views of the Mývatn Nature Baths.
Utilizing charred wood shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design fosters a harmonious connection between spacious indoor environments and lush outdoor areas, serving as a multifunctional community hub.
The integration of double-height open spaces and green terraces creates a dynamic environment that fosters community interaction within a commercial setting in Bogotá.
Combining a dome structure with lava stone and vertical gardens, the design serves as an educational hub for sustainable agriculture, fostering interaction and engagement with the natural environment.
Constructed with triangular cross-laminated timber panels that optimize structural efficiency and environmental responsiveness, this versatile community space blends seamlessly into its landscape while providing flexible areas for engagement and interaction.
A fragmented cube structure crafted from local wood and topped with sloped roofs emerges in Latvia, creating a unique space that fosters artistic collaboration and community interaction.
A kaleidoscopic interior of shattered glass, complemented by frosted plexiglass and stainless steel, creates an immersive techno booth that captures the essence of Berlin’s vibrant nightlife.
With a focus on fluidity and community engagement, the design incorporates intermediate spaces that merge work and living areas, creating a dynamic environment tailored for collaborative experiences.
A thoughtful integration of fabric pots and metal tubes transforms a compact workspace into a biophilic home office that prioritizes both user comfort and plant health.
With its glass panels and wooden brises designed to harmonize with the Icelandic landscape, the restaurant-greenhouse serves as a tranquil retreat that enhances the visitor experience at the Mývatn Nature Baths.
Anchored in stone, the design serves as a memorial that emphasizes individuality and community connection, facilitating reflection and remembrance through its thoughtful layout and materiality.
Movable walls enhance acoustic performance and adaptability in a co-working space designed to foster collaboration and productivity within an open environment.
With its U-shaped configuration and extensive use of brick, this community hub enhances interaction through integrated green spaces, serving as a multi-use facility for local engagement and collaboration.
Crafted from local tephra stone, the café and information center integrates geometric forms that reflect the surrounding volcanic landscape while serving as a hub for visitor engagement and education.
Utilizing locally sourced timber and bird's down, the community center serves as an educational hub that promotes sustainability and cultural exchange in the unique landscape of northeastern Iceland.
Constructed with concrete and designed for privacy, the retreat harmonizes with the Umbrian landscape while creating adaptable communal and personal spaces for relaxation and connection.
Crafted with natural brown tones and a focus on simplicity, the hut integrates into the Cambodian landscape, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation.
Elevated on stilts, the structure utilizes cross-laminated timber panels and translucent surfaces to create a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment, serving as a serene space for meditation and reflection.
A central tree anchors a gabled cabin designed for relaxation and self-discovery, while cross ventilation and sustainable wood construction enhance the connection with nature.
The proposal examines a visitor-oriented facility situated within a natural park landscape, designed to accommodate both recreational and educational functions. The study considers how spatial organization, vertical circulation, and cultural elements can enhance the visitor experience while addressing operational needs such as security and staff requirements.
Maria Paz Debarre,Maria Azul Fontao,Eliana Daniela Lejtman
The proposal examines a series of modular cabins designed to support cyclists along a major European route. The study focuses on how compact structures equipped with essential facilities can provide comfort and rest while maintaining a low impact on the natural environment.
Incorporating a double-skin facade of translucent polycarbonate and locally sourced timber, the structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape while providing essential facilities for winter recreation.
Maria Turcu,Mihai Mitrică,Alina Măldărescu,Alina Lixeanu
Incorporating vertical gardens and green façades, the design enhances urban connectivity and sustainability while providing multi-functional spaces for offices and public interaction.
The conical structure clad in iridescent terracotta tiles offers a seamless blend of ecological sensitivity and cultural resonance, providing an elevated platform for observing the diverse wildlife of the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, UAE.
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