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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define Sustainable Vertical Living Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define Sustainable Vertical Living Solutions
Santiago Leguizamon montoya, Sopheapmolika Pheng, Touchamas Wongsanganan, Yin Jing Jazelyn Tan
With a façade of charred wooden shingles and a structural framework of cross-laminated timber, this residence redefines urban living through its blend of sustainable materials and community-focused spaces.
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Residential building featuring a sinusoidal exoskeleton with integrated transparent solar cells and vertical wind turbines
Residential building featuring a sinusoidal exoskeleton with integrated transparent solar cells and vertical wind turbines
Gabriel Limgenco, Nina Camille Pilapil, Dana Liane Garcia
This residential building combines a distinctive sinusoidal exoskeleton with transparent solar cells and vertical wind turbines, creating a harmonious balance of sustainable technology and modern aesthetics in an urban setting.
hong kong residential urban multi-functional sustainable innovation vertical living community modern smart technology
Geothermal Community Hub Featuring Modular Construction With Recycled Steel and Natural Wood Elements
Geothermal Community Hub Featuring Modular Construction With Recycled Steel and Natural Wood Elements
Yang Youngryeol, Nara Han, somang kang, younghee kim
Combining prefabricated modular elements with geothermal energy solutions and recycled materials, this community-focused center in Poland addresses the urgent needs of displaced individuals by fostering resilience and connection among its residents.
refugee housing poland community sustainability vertical modular support well-being resilience
Vertical Living Spaces Crafted From Ta Khien Timber With Circular Economy Principles
Vertical Living Spaces Crafted From Ta Khien Timber With Circular Economy Principles
Nipit Rojratsirikul, Krittapon Yadjun, Chayanon Rojsuporn, Nontachai Boonmacharoen
Crafted from Ta Khien timber and designed with a circular economy focus, the project embodies sustainable living through modular structures that promote community interaction while providing essential housing solutions.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Unite in Vertical Community Living
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glass Facades Unite in Vertical Community Living
Omar El remissy, Ahmed Gado
With an engaging interplay of charred wooden shingles and expansive glass facades, the design creates a connected community experience in a dynamic high-rise dedicated to contemporary urban living.
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Cross-Laminated Timber Towers Integrating Community Spaces in an Urban Landscape
Cross-Laminated Timber Towers Integrating Community Spaces in an Urban Landscape
Alexandre Troc
Built with cross-laminated timber and integrated green roofs, these vertical towers create vibrant community spaces that redefine urban living through a commitment to sustainability and social connectivity.
berlin residential multi-use community urban living sustainability greenery social housing
Permeable Facade with Mixed-Use Spaces and Steel Structure in Urban Housing Design
Permeable Facade with Mixed-Use Spaces and Steel Structure in Urban Housing Design
Jordan Bussiere
With a permeable facade that invites the outdoors in and a steel structure designed for flexibility, this mixed-use development in downtown Vancouver redefines urban living while enhancing community engagement through its thoughtfully integrated residential and commercial spaces.
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Elevated Living Spaces With Solar Panels and Green Roofing in Arid Environments
Elevated Living Spaces With Solar Panels and Green Roofing in Arid Environments
Gautam Bhatia
Elevated above the desert landscape, this residential complex utilizes a sloped structure with reinforced concrete and green roofing to create sustainable living spaces that harmonize with the environment.
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Tiered Living Spaces With Natural Wood And Rainwater Harvesting Solutions
Tiered Living Spaces With Natural Wood And Rainwater Harvesting Solutions
Juliette Saez, Lucas Delaire
With its tiered layout utilizing sustainable wooden elements and an integrated rainwater harvesting system, this retreat offers a seamless connection to nature while providing inviting spaces for relaxation and recreation.
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Vertical Gardens Integrating Titanium Coating in Urban Mixed-Use Development
Vertical Gardens Integrating Titanium Coating in Urban Mixed-Use Development
Kristína Bednárová
Vertical gardens adorned with a titanium dioxide coating filter urban pollution while providing natural ventilation in a multifunctional space designed to enhance community interaction and well-being.
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Affordable housing solution utilizing recycled shipping containers and sustainable materials in urban settings
Affordable housing solution utilizing recycled shipping containers and sustainable materials in urban settings
Edric Choo Poo Liang, Queenie Wong Quin Ee Lee Chaer Shean
This architectural endeavor transforms urban living by seamlessly integrating recycled shipping containers with communal spaces and sustainable features, fostering a vibrant community in a densely populated environment.
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Vertical Living Space Embracing Natural Light and Concrete Elements by the Lake
Vertical Living Space Embracing Natural Light and Concrete Elements by the Lake
Vanesa Abadi
Towering above a tranquil lakeside, this residence seamlessly integrates large glass panels and warm timber accents to create a private sanctuary ideal for a writer's creative retreat.
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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.
miami mixed-use high-rise residential hotel sustainability waterfront twisted environment etfe
Charred Wood Shingles Enhance Vertical Living Through Sustainable Design
Charred Wood Shingles Enhance Vertical Living Through Sustainable Design
Tong Qin, Hongyuan Liu
Utilizing charred wood shingles and expansive glass facades, the design masterfully balances sustainability with modern aesthetics to create adaptable vertical living spaces tailored for urban environments.
urban residential sustainable vertical modular living community green renovation facade
Vertical Living With Precast Concrete and Solar Panels Integrating Urban Farming
Vertical Living With Precast Concrete and Solar Panels Integrating Urban Farming
Alireza Rezvani, Reza Paseban
Elevated above the ground, the design employs precast concrete and integrates solar panels alongside urban farming elements, creating a sustainable living solution that redefines affordable housing in Berlin.
berlin housing sustainability community vertical affordability urban living eco-friendly gardens
Rooftop Garden Enhances Vertical Living With Sustainable Wooden Slats and Metal Facades
Rooftop Garden Enhances Vertical Living With Sustainable Wooden Slats and Metal Facades
Andrew Spaulding
A rooftop garden and double gallery design seamlessly integrate sustainable wooden slats and metal facades in a compact home that fosters community interaction while maximizing urban living.
new orleans residential micro home sustainable urban community modern small footprint double gallery local materials
Vertical Living Solution Featuring Plywood Structure and Solar Integration in Compact Design
Vertical Living Solution Featuring Plywood Structure and Solar Integration in Compact Design
Alexis Beyer
Showcasing a carefully crafted plywood structure combined with solar panels and efficient vertical living spaces, this compact home exemplifies modern residential solutions tailored for urban environments.
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Eco-Rooftop Gardens and Vertical Living Crafted with Glue-Laminated Timber Panels
Eco-Rooftop Gardens and Vertical Living Crafted with Glue-Laminated Timber Panels
Regina Montanez
Crafted with glue-laminated timber panels and designed with cascading eco-rooftop gardens, this vertical living space redefines urban habitat by integrating community interaction with sustainable practices.
mexico residential sustainable urban community green multi-functional environmental contemporary habitat
Vertical Living with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Communal Spaces in Urban Microhomes
Vertical Living with Cross-Laminated Timber Panels and Communal Spaces in Urban Microhomes
Cameron Jones
Elevated microhomes constructed from cross-laminated timber panels create a harmonious blend of communal living and private retreats, redefining urban density through innovative design and sustainable materials.
microhomes sustainability community urban functionality vertical private shared steel wood
Rammed Earth Walls and Greenhouses Integrated Within Shipping Container Housing
Rammed Earth Walls and Greenhouses Integrated Within Shipping Container Housing
Lowell Lo, Lowell Lo, Shanna-Kay Smith, Domitillah Antoinee
Utilizing rammed earth walls and integrated greenhouses, this design transforms shipping containers into sustainable affordable housing that fosters community interaction and environmental resilience.
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