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Dynamic Cable Anchoring With Glass Facade and Sustainable Composite Pathways In A Scenic Landscape Setting
Dynamic Cable Anchoring With Glass Facade and Sustainable Composite Pathways In A Scenic Landscape Setting
Alexandra Georgescu, Tomas Kozelsky, Viktor Odstrčilík
Dynamic cable anchoring supports a striking glass facade, seamlessly blending with sustainable composite pathways in a breathtaking Icelandic landscape, crafted to enhance visitor engagement with nature.
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Recycled Concrete Structure Integrating Geothermal Systems Nestled Among Tectonic Plates
Recycled Concrete Structure Integrating Geothermal Systems Nestled Among Tectonic Plates
Nane Naber, Anna Schmidt
Nestled between two tectonic plates, the structure utilizes recycled concrete and geothermal systems to create a visitor center that educates and engages with the unique geological heritage of Iceland.
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Viewing tower featuring carbonized timber and concrete integration within a volcanic landscape
Viewing tower featuring carbonized timber and concrete integration within a volcanic landscape
Maria Michailidou, Maxime Petersen
Nestled in the dramatic Icelandic landscape, this viewing tower seamlessly combines charred wood and concrete to create an immersive experience that invites exploration of both geological wonders and cultural narratives.
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Spiral Viewing Tower Crafted From Composite Wood and Local Lava Stone Overlooks Natural Landscape
Spiral Viewing Tower Crafted From Composite Wood and Local Lava Stone Overlooks Natural Landscape
Ari Bungers
Crafted with a distinctive spiral form using composite wood and local lava stone, the viewing tower offers multiple platforms for immersive engagement with the surrounding landscape while promoting community interaction.
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Cylindrical Viewing Tower Crafted From Local Timber and Steel Blending Seamlessly Into The Latvian Landscape
Cylindrical Viewing Tower Crafted From Local Timber and Steel Blending Seamlessly Into The Latvian Landscape
Elias Bourbia
Rising 27.5 meters above the stunning Latvian countryside, this cylindrical structure intricately combines local timber and steel, inviting visitors to engage with the landscape from a series of thoughtfully designed observation levels.
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Spiraling Structure with Cross-Laminated Timber and Reed Roof in Scenic Landscape
Spiraling Structure with Cross-Laminated Timber and Reed Roof in Scenic Landscape
Liviu Paicu, Daniël Van alphen
The unique spiral ascent of a viewing tower crafted from cross-laminated timber and topped with a cozy reed roof offers visitors dynamic perspectives of the surrounding landscape, creating an inviting space for communal engagement and reflection.
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Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping a Viewing Tower Elevated Over Wetlands
Charred Wooden Shingles Enveloping a Viewing Tower Elevated Over Wetlands
Chang yuan max Hsu, Hadeel ayed Mohammad
Enveloped in charred wooden shingles and elevated on a precast concrete base, the viewing tower seamlessly integrates with the wetland landscape to offer a tranquil space for observation and reflection on nature's intricacies.
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Sustainable Visitor Center Crafted From Reinforced Concrete With Elevated Viewing Platforms
Sustainable Visitor Center Crafted From Reinforced Concrete With Elevated Viewing Platforms
Frederik Cuyvers
Crafted with reinforced concrete and designed with elevated viewing platforms, the visitor center seamlessly integrates with the spectacular geothermal landscape, inviting exploration and engagement with the surrounding environment.
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Curved Steel Structure with Transparent Glass and Volcanic Rock in Icelandic Landscape
Curved Steel Structure with Transparent Glass and Volcanic Rock in Icelandic Landscape
Yang Cao, Deyun Hu, Yanling Zheng
A curved steel bridge seamlessly integrates into the breathtaking Icelandic landscape, utilizing glass and volcanic rock to foster an educational experience while enhancing pedestrian access to geological wonders.
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Viewing tower with a tapered concrete silhouette and sustainable cross-laminated timber elements in a rugged volcanic landscape
Viewing tower with a tapered concrete silhouette and sustainable cross-laminated timber elements in a rugged volcanic landscape
Takahiro Moriya, Yuta Watanabe
Nestled within Iceland's volcanic landscape, this viewing tower features a tapered concrete form and integrates cross-laminated timber, offering visitors a unique perspective on nature while emphasizing sustainable materials and design.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Volcanic Visitor Center Experience
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Volcanic Visitor Center Experience
Arnar Hansen, Jón Þór Sigurðsson
Constructed with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, the visitor center harmonizes with Mývatn's rugged volcanic landscape, providing an immersive educational experience for nature enthusiasts.
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Viewing tower featuring cross-laminated timber and galvanized steel in harmony with the Icelandic landscape
Viewing tower featuring cross-laminated timber and galvanized steel in harmony with the Icelandic landscape
Assaf Kimmel
This innovative viewing tower seamlessly integrates cross-laminated timber and galvanized steel to elevate visitors above the Icelandic terrain, creating a sustainable and immersive experience that prioritizes environmental harmony and accessibility.
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Twisting Steel Structure With Natural Poured Concrete and Turf Roof Embracing Geothermal Landscapes
Twisting Steel Structure With Natural Poured Concrete and Turf Roof Embracing Geothermal Landscapes
Ahmed mahgoub Abubaker
A twisting steel structure capped with a natural turf roof seamlessly integrates geothermal heating and local geology, inviting visitors to explore the geological wonders of Northern Iceland.
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Sauna and Observation Tower Crafted with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Shingles in Harmony with the Icelandic Landscape
Sauna and Observation Tower Crafted with Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wood Shingles in Harmony with the Icelandic Landscape
Gyuhee Kim, Hyuckjin Shin
Nestled within the breathtaking Icelandic landscape, this uniquely designed sauna and observation tower combines cross-laminated timber and charred wood shingles to create a space that seamlessly reflects and integrates with its natural surroundings.
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Volcanic Rock and Aluminium Facade Merging With Landscape in A Multifunctional Space
Volcanic Rock and Aluminium Facade Merging With Landscape in A Multifunctional Space
Mateusz Bartczak
Blending solidified lava and lightweight aluminium, the design seamlessly integrates with the stunning Icelandic landscape while serving as a multifunctional space that fosters community engagement.
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Nest-Inspired Viewing Tower with Locally Sourced Oak and Spiral Ramp in a National Park Setting
Nest-Inspired Viewing Tower with Locally Sourced Oak and Spiral Ramp in a National Park Setting
Andrea Gerke, Babett Frehrking, Sven Muentel, Marcus Nachtwey
Crafted with locally sourced oak, this nest-inspired viewing tower seamlessly integrates a spiral ramp design within Kemeri National Park, inviting visitors to experience breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding ecosystems.
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Tensile Steel Framework Harmonizing with Volcanic Landscape for Geological Observation
Tensile Steel Framework Harmonizing with Volcanic Landscape for Geological Observation
Juan carlos Antón torres, Alvaro Antón torres, Juan carlos Antón fernández, Ana Antón fernández
Emerging from the rugged Icelandic landscape, a tensile steel framework creates a harmonious observation platform that invites visitors to explore and appreciate the intricate geological features shaped by volcanic forces.
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Spiral Viewing Tower Constructed with Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Timber
Spiral Viewing Tower Constructed with Charred Wooden Shingles and Sustainable Timber
Nicolas Bellia
Constructed from charred wooden shingles and sustainable timber, the spiral observation tower offers breathtaking panoramic views while seamlessly integrating with the striking Icelandic landscape.
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Cantilevered Viewing Tower Crafted From Concrete and Glass Integrating Natural Wood Elements
Cantilevered Viewing Tower Crafted From Concrete and Glass Integrating Natural Wood Elements
Dani Reimers, Camrin Plaatjes, Phillippe Fouché, Jacques Steyn
A cantilevered form of concrete and glass emerges from the rugged Icelandic landscape, providing an unobstructed view of the tectonic fissures while offering visitors a space for reflection and connection with nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Integration in a Nature-Focused Observatory
Charred Wooden Shingles and Geothermal Integration in a Nature-Focused Observatory
Benjamin Smithers, Kofong Hsia
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and geothermal energy, this architectural endeavor creates an immersive observatory experience that seamlessly connects visitors with the breathtaking Icelandic landscape.
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