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Volcanic Concrete Meets Natural Brown in A Sustainable Community Hub
Volcanic Concrete Meets Natural Brown in A Sustainable Community Hub
Camila Ureña peña
Emphasizing volcanic concrete and natural wood finishes, the design seamlessly integrates with its rugged landscape to create an inviting coffee shop that fosters community engagement and a connection to the surrounding environment.
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Mirrored Surfaces Reflecting Lava Formations in Icelandic Viewing Tower
Mirrored Surfaces Reflecting Lava Formations in Icelandic Viewing Tower
Natalia Sosonkina
Reflecting Iceland’s dramatic lava formations, the viewing tower utilizes mirrored surfaces to create a visual dialogue with the landscape while providing an elevated space for observation and community engagement.
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Corten Steel Viewing Platforms Embracing Volcanic Terrain
Corten Steel Viewing Platforms Embracing Volcanic Terrain
Albert Ohanian, Gaetan Pakdaman
Corten steel platforms rise from the volcanic landscape, offering distinct viewpoints that enhance visitors' connection with the breathtaking terrain of Nemrut while inviting reflection and exploration.
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Textured Concrete Walls Framing Community Spaces at Lake Myvatn
Textured Concrete Walls Framing Community Spaces at Lake Myvatn
Sze yik Lam, Yanni Gong, Shun lim william Mak, Kun york Ho
Textured concrete walls define a series of communal spaces at Lake Myvatn, enhancing visitor engagement while fostering connections through environmentally conscious design.
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Timber and Stone Structure Offering Views of Silfra Fissure
Timber and Stone Structure Offering Views of Silfra Fissure
Justyna Brzezińska
Constructed from locally sourced timber and stone, the structure provides a prominent viewing platform for the Silfra fissure, serving as a functional hub for tourists exploring the unique geological landscape.
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Amphitheater Under Native Orange Trees With Expansive Glass Walls
Amphitheater Under Native Orange Trees With Expansive Glass Walls
Ekin Guzer, Kaan Oncuoglu
An amphitheater shaded by native orange trees complements a wine tasting room characterized by expansive glass walls and a green roof, enhancing visitors' connection to the surrounding vineyard.
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Corten Steel Structure Embracing Panoramic Views with a Glass Projection
Corten Steel Structure Embracing Panoramic Views with a Glass Projection
Iphendule Ndzipho
The glass projection extends the interior space outward, while Corten steel cladding integrates the building with the sunset hues of the surrounding landscape, serving as a residential retreat that prioritizes panoramic views and natural light.
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Cantilevered Viewing Platform With Weathered Steel and Exposed Wood in Wetland Setting
Cantilevered Viewing Platform With Weathered Steel and Exposed Wood in Wetland Setting
Brandon Reinke, John Annis
A cantilevered upper platform constructed with weathered steel and exposed wood provides an elevated vantage point for birdwatchers to engage with the wetlands surrounding Pape Lake.
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Concrete Canopy Overlooking Natural Hot Springs
Concrete Canopy Overlooking Natural Hot Springs
Li Li, Shujun Ding, Jianhui Wang, Weilin Wang
Set against the backdrop of Iceland's hot springs and rift valleys, the concrete structure integrates sustainable design principles with carefully crafted spaces for communal film experiences.
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Curved Green Roof Embracing Basalt and Rammed Earth for Intimate Cinematic Experiences
Curved Green Roof Embracing Basalt and Rammed Earth for Intimate Cinematic Experiences
Zivar Aliyeva, Yasemin Parlar, Reinier Kok, Rihards Dzelme
The integration of curved green roofs with rammed earth walls and local basalt creates intimate viewing rooms that transform film watching into a communal experience in a contemporary cinematic setting.
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Turf Walls Embracing Natural Light in a Visitor Center
Turf Walls Embracing Natural Light in a Visitor Center
Tanit Cabau wolf, Craig Mitchell
Turf walls create a natural dialogue with the landscape while a central light well enhances the atmospheric experience in a visitor center designed for exploring the geological features of Grjótagjá.
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Corten Steel and Pressure-Treated Wood Create a Spiral Observation Retreat Embedded in Wetlands
Corten Steel and Pressure-Treated Wood Create a Spiral Observation Retreat Embedded in Wetlands
Steve Pribyl
Crafted from corten steel and pressure-treated wood, the spiral structure emerges seamlessly from the wetland landscape, serving as an observatory that enhances environmental engagement and community interaction.
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Prism Tower With Steel Structure Framing A Cave Auditorium Experience
Prism Tower With Steel Structure Framing A Cave Auditorium Experience
Piotr Kutek, Oleh Kyshliaruk, Anna Romaniak, Maryna Pasko
The prism tower, framed by a steel structure and designed with openings that capture the landscape views of Hverfjall and Grjótagjá, offers a unique cave auditorium experience while engaging visitors in a multifunctional cultural space.
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Glass Structures Offering Panoramic Views in Geothermal Landscape
Glass Structures Offering Panoramic Views in Geothermal Landscape
Birte Holtmann, Sophie Koffon
Clear glass structures provide unobstructed panoramic views of geothermal features, while elevated pathways ensure visitor safety in the unique landscape surrounding the visitor center and viewing tower.
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Cascading Water and Light Tower Amid Icelandic Landscapes
Cascading Water and Light Tower Amid Icelandic Landscapes
Gunnar Groves-raines
The central column of cascading water and light transforms the landscape, creating an immersive viewing experience that invites visitors to engage with the natural beauty of Iceland.
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Flamingo Wing Structure With Weathering Steel Frame Overlooking Educational Wetland
Flamingo Wing Structure With Weathering Steel Frame Overlooking Educational Wetland
James Pitropov, Susan Morgan
The structure's unique design, inspired by the form of a flamingo wing and constructed with a weathering steel frame, provides an educational visitor center that integrates seamlessly with the Al Wathba Wetlands while promoting ecological awareness.
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Spiral Structure of Concrete and Steel Overlooking Ecological Wetlands
Spiral Structure of Concrete and Steel Overlooking Ecological Wetlands
Carita Ahonen, Erik Lehtosaari
With a spiral structure composed of concrete and steel, this observation tower offers distinctive vistas of the Al Wathba Wetland, enhancing the experience of nature while prioritizing accessibility for all visitors.
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Negative Space Formed by Rift and Reinforced Concrete in Icelandic Landscape
Negative Space Formed by Rift and Reinforced Concrete in Icelandic Landscape
Maciej Szczepanski, Weronika Piotrowska, Kinga Szymczyk, Agnieszka Laska
Rooted in the Icelandic landscape, the negative space formed by a rift and constructed with reinforced concrete creates a complex interplay of light and shadow, providing a unique setting for communal and exhibition activities.
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Framing Nature With Steel and Concrete in a Cultural Cinema Pavilion
Framing Nature With Steel and Concrete in a Cultural Cinema Pavilion
Hantao Li, Zhifei Liang
Using a steel and concrete framework inspired by the rock formations of Grjótagjá, the pavilion offers framed views of the stunning Icelandic landscape while serving as a cultural center for cinema.
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Transparent Wood Pavilion with Asymmetrical Shells Overlooking Coastal Cliffs
Transparent Wood Pavilion with Asymmetrical Shells Overlooking Coastal Cliffs
Ludvig Ädelroth, Olle Palm, Elliot Larsson
Crafted from transparent wood and shaped by asymmetrical shells, the pavilion offers a shelter that enhances the coastal experience while providing unobstructed views of the surrounding cliffs and sea.
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