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Vertical Solutions for Utopian Living in Dense Urban Environments

Océane Polizzi

Towering modular units embody the concept of sustainable living in response to Berlin's housing crisis, offering adaptable spaces that challenge traditional notions of affordability and community interaction.

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Vertical Safety Structure with Efficient Gravity Utilization

Xiahua Zhang

A separated structural system enhances fire safety while effectively leveraging gravity to achieve significant energy savings in a multifunctional skyscraper designed for urban living.

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Bamboo Huts Embracing Verticality in a Natural Retreat

Bamboo Huts Embracing Verticality in a Natural Retreat

Marco Caprani, Mario Daudo

Integrating vertical thrust and bamboo structures, the design creates meditative spaces within a natural retreat aimed at fostering community and reflection.

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Vertical Farming and Rainwater Systems in a Compact Microhome

Ashwani Singh, Himanshu Sharma

Equipped with rainwater harvesting and vertical farming systems, this compact microhome integrates sustainable technologies within a 25 square meter footprint to provide adaptable living solutions.

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Connecting Nature Through Apple Trees and A Pagoda Roof in a Tea-Making Guesthouse

Connecting Nature Through Apple Trees and A Pagoda Roof in a Tea-Making Guesthouse

Gwangmin Lee

The integration of apple trees within a pagoda-shaped roof defines a guesthouse that invites guests to engage deeply with the local tradition of tea-making while promoting sustainability and connection to nature.

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Coniferous Canopy of Natural Light in a Flexible Community Space

Coniferous Canopy of Natural Light in a Flexible Community Space

Lee Jeong hwan

Utilizing dark wood and strategically positioned louvers, the design creates dynamic interactions with natural light while fostering a flexible community space that harmonizes with its forested surroundings.

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Externalized Elevator Systems and Rotating Components in a Vertical Urban Space

Externalized Elevator Systems and Rotating Components in a Vertical Urban Space

Sude Argun

With its unique externalized elevator systems and rotating components, the design redefines vertical living and enhances urban connectivity in a bustling office environment.

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Chrysalid Shelter Crafted with Sugi Shou Ban in a Serene Forest Setting

Chrysalid Shelter Crafted with Sugi Shou Ban in a Serene Forest Setting

Hervé Perraud, Célia Mazière

Constructed using Sugi Shou Ban cladding, the cabin serves as a chrysalid in the forest, offering a tranquil retreat that emphasizes the connection between sensory experience and nature.

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Natural Wood Observation Platforms Overlooking Wildlife

Natural Wood Observation Platforms Overlooking Wildlife

Jean-Baptiste Petit, Jordi Rosas

Set against the Pape lake backdrop, vertical platforms of pre-aged pine and birch offer diverse viewpoints for wildlife observation, inviting visitors to engage deeply with the surrounding natural environment.

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Spiral Design Incorporating Hydroponics and Green Roofs in Reinforced Concrete Structure

Kento Yoshino, Taichi Kawasaki

A spiraling structure with integrated hydroponics and green roofs allows for an innovative approach to urban agriculture, creating a multifunctional space that fosters community engagement and sustainable living.

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Fog Collection and Translucent Netting in a Vertical Shelter

Fog Collection and Translucent Netting in a Vertical Shelter

Francesc Munné graña, Carles García somolinos

Capturing atmospheric moisture through fog collection and utilizing translucent netting for light diffusion, the vertical shelter serves as a sustainable refuge within the rugged Icelandic landscape.

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Terraced Observation Spaces Integrated with Natural Cave Features

Terraced Observation Spaces Integrated with Natural Cave Features

Michael Barnard

Terraced observatory spaces seamlessly integrate with natural cave formations, providing visitors with panoramic views and a unique connection to the surrounding landscape while serving as a visitor centre.

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Translucent Glass Towers and Polished Stone Form Community Crater Experience

Translucent Glass Towers and Polished Stone Form Community Crater Experience

Luciano Schiavone

Sharp glass towers rise from a natural crater, creating a vibrant community space that seamlessly blends sustainability and urban living.

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Rainwater-Recycling Microhome with Lofted Bed and Vertical Garden

Rainwater-Recycling Microhome with Lofted Bed and Vertical Garden

Graham Oakley

Incorporating rainwater collection systems and a lofted bed within a compact footprint, this microhome offers sustainable living solutions through vertical garden integration and an efficient multi-level design.

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Bamboo Cladding and Carbon Nano-Tubes in Vertical Co-Housing Community

Bamboo Cladding and Carbon Nano-Tubes in Vertical Co-Housing Community

Isaac Greenetz

Constructed with carbon nano-tubes and bamboo cladding, this co-housing initiative in Rome emphasizes adaptability and community engagement through its innovative vertical living spaces.

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Suspended Structure Embracing Natural Ventilation and Terraced Vegetation

Suspended Structure Embracing Natural Ventilation and Terraced Vegetation

Piotr Dziewierz, Michał Siupik, Karolina Szczepara, Wojciech Zakrzewski

Suspended from the cliffside, the structure leverages natural ventilation through chimney-like voids while incorporating terraces for vegetation, providing multifunctional spaces that adapt to user needs.

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Vertical Asymmetry in a Modern Urban Skyscraper

Vertical Asymmetry in a Modern Urban Skyscraper

Victor Skachkov

Rising to 445 meters, the skyscraper integrates a symmetrical front elevation with a dynamic asymmetrical left side, designed to enhance user experience in a bustling urban environment.

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Foldable Hempcrete Cabin Blending Verticality with Natural Surroundings

Foldable Hempcrete Cabin Blending Verticality with Natural Surroundings

Begum Aydinoglu, Ecem Ezmeci, Meyssam Seddigh

Incorporating foldable walls and thick hempcrete, the design leverages verticality and natural forms to create a sustainable dwelling that harmonizes with its forested surroundings.

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Bridges and Green Walls Enhancing Community Living in Urban Ecosystem

Bridges and Green Walls Enhancing Community Living in Urban Ecosystem

Natalia Giacomino, Facundo damian Taborda, Victoria Gauna, Alberto Cassano

With its integrated green walls and multifunctional bridges, the design creates a unique urban ecosystem that fosters community engagement while addressing the challenges of living in a densely populated environment.

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Vertical Gardens and Solar Windows in a Sustainable Mixed-Use Development

Adrian Paocarima Herrera, Melissa Anabelle Ulcuango Merino, Kevin Daniel Arroyo Males

Incorporating vertical gardens and solar windows, this mixed-use development integrates sustainable design principles to create vibrant community spaces that enhance urban living in Quito.

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Franco Ghilardi

Wrapped in charred wooden shingles and built from cross-laminated timber, this community spa blends wellness, sustainability, and landscape-driven design in a remote Icelandic setting.

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A Climate-Responsive Residence with Living Walls and Voids

A Climate-Responsive Residence with Living Walls and Voids

Wilson Lopes Do Nascimento Junior, Valerio Ziantoni, Gabriela Vitória Carvalho, João Pedro Pina

The design addresses the challenges of desert living by integrating sustainable strategies that support self-sufficiency and environmental resilience. Emphasizing resource efficiency and ecological balance, the project highlights the relationship between built form and natural systems in a harsh environment.

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A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

A Radial Tower Connecting Landscape and Cultural Narratives

Levi Gauge Pfeil

Situated within the prairie landscape of De Smet, South Dakota, the design draws inspiration from the form and symbolism of pioneer-era covered wagons. The intervention engages visitors through movement, materiality, and historical reference.

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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

Pietro Cipolletta, Marco Caporaletti

Set within Iceland’s remote and rugged landscape, the design explores the relationship between built form and natural environment. It prioritizes ecological sensitivity and spatial adaptability, offering a retreat that accommodates both communal and private use across changing seasonal conditions.

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A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

Paolo Dolceamore, Omar Cicci, Federico Andrea Iannarone, Matteo Dossetto

Designed to respond to the demands of remote habitation, the work addresses housing flexibility within Iceland’s variable climatic and geographic conditions. It considers ecological performance, spatial adaptability, and modular construction as key factors in supporting off-grid living for a diverse user base.

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A Resilient Design for Displaced Communities

A Resilient Design for Displaced Communities

Abdollah Enferadi, Fateme Kameli, Alireza Rezaei, Arash Shariati

The design responds to the urgent need for adaptable shelter solutions in areas affected by conflict and displacement. It focuses on creating resilient living environments that support both physical safety and social well-being.

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A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

Silviu Virgil Aldea

Located in a temperate climate zone, the residence explores a modern approach to family living through a series of interlocking volumes. The design emphasizes a connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, supporting adaptable living patterns while responding to environmental considerations.

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A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

Kristýna Rosecká, Sandro Nanić

The design responds to pressing housing needs in regions affected by climate change and urban displacement, focusing on sustainable, self-sufficient living solutions.

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Search results for: “Verticality”

140 projects found:

Vertical Solutions for Utopian Living in Dense Urban Environments

Vertical Safety Structure with Efficient Gravity Utilization

Bamboo Huts Embracing Verticality in a Natural Retreat

Vertical Farming and Rainwater Systems in a Compact Microhome

Connecting Nature Through Apple Trees and A Pagoda Roof in a Tea-Making Guesthouse

Coniferous Canopy of Natural Light in a Flexible Community Space

Externalized Elevator Systems and Rotating Components in a Vertical Urban Space

Chrysalid Shelter Crafted with Sugi Shou Ban in a Serene Forest Setting

Natural Wood Observation Platforms Overlooking Wildlife

Spiral Design Incorporating Hydroponics and Green Roofs in Reinforced Concrete Structure

Fog Collection and Translucent Netting in a Vertical Shelter

Terraced Observation Spaces Integrated with Natural Cave Features

Translucent Glass Towers and Polished Stone Form Community Crater Experience

Rainwater-Recycling Microhome with Lofted Bed and Vertical Garden

Bamboo Cladding and Carbon Nano-Tubes in Vertical Co-Housing Community

Suspended Structure Embracing Natural Ventilation and Terraced Vegetation

Vertical Asymmetry in a Modern Urban Skyscraper

Foldable Hempcrete Cabin Blending Verticality with Natural Surroundings

Bridges and Green Walls Enhancing Community Living in Urban Ecosystem

Vertical Gardens and Solar Windows in a Sustainable Mixed-Use Development

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A Split-Level Shelter for Arctic Living

A Modular System for Off-Grid Communal Living

MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

A Resilient Design for Displaced Communities

A Residence Composed of Interlocking Timber Volumes

A Sustainable Microhome for Resource-Limited Communities

The Buildner’s Unbuilt Award 2025: Celebrating Architectural Creativity and Visionary Unbuilt Designs with a Total Prize Fund of €100,000

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