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Geothermal Spaces with Thermal-Resistant Forms in Volcanic Landscapes

Geothermal Spaces with Thermal-Resistant Forms in Volcanic Landscapes

Renee alejandra Medero chaires, Edgar de jesus Rojas gonzález, Diego Vilatela garcía, Ángel Valerio castro

Set against the backdrop of Hverfjall volcano, the design incorporates geothermal heating and thermal-resistant forms to create inclusive visitor spaces that enhance engagement with the natural environment.

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Elevated Museum Featuring Core Samples and Aluminum Framed Panels

Elevated Museum Featuring Core Samples and Aluminum Framed Panels

Jiacheng Xu

Incorporating core samples into its facade, the elevated museum connects visitors to the geological history of Iceland while serving as an educational space for exploring volcanic evolution.

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Biophilic Coffee Shop Featuring Turf Roof and Reinforced Concrete Integration

Biophilic Coffee Shop Featuring Turf Roof and Reinforced Concrete Integration

Bruno marco Gismondi, Frida isabel Pett, Lorena Gismondi pett

A turf roof cleverly integrates with the volcanic landscape while locally sourced timber and reinforced concrete provide structural integrity, resulting in a multifunctional coffee shop that enhances community engagement with its natural surroundings.

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Volcanic Blocks and Wooden Enclosure for a Cultural Hub in Iceland

Volcanic Blocks and Wooden Enclosure for a Cultural Hub in Iceland

François Parenteau

Emerging from a landscape of volcanic activity, the building's form incorporates megalithic concrete walls and a wooden cinema enclosure to serve as a cultural hub that celebrates Icelandic cinema.

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Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Evoking Tectonic Forms in a Volcanic Landscape

Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Evoking Tectonic Forms in a Volcanic Landscape

Peter Sushch

Emanating the forms of tectonic shifts, this cross-laminated timber cafe seamlessly integrates with its volcanic surroundings, providing an immersive environment for community engagement and education.

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Volcanic Stone and Recycled Glass Form a Sustainable Coffee Space

Volcanic Stone and Recycled Glass Form a Sustainable Coffee Space

Matti Rautiola, Negin Armioun

Constructed with volcanic stone and recycled glass, the coffee shop seamlessly integrates with the Icelandic landscape while providing a sustainable space for community engagement.

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Circular Form and Green Roof Crafted from Sustainable Materials in Iceland's Volcanic Landscape

Circular Form and Green Roof Crafted from Sustainable Materials in Iceland's Volcanic Landscape

Haisheng Xu

Crafted with a green roof and post-tension concrete, the circular structure seamlessly integrates into Iceland's volcanic landscape, providing a functional space for visitors to enjoy coffee while engaging with the surrounding geology.

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Turf Roof Integration and Reclaimed Materials in a Visitor Center Amid Volcanic Landscapes

Turf Roof Integration and Reclaimed Materials in a Visitor Center Amid Volcanic Landscapes

Mahdi El-amin

Integrating a turf roof and utilizing reclaimed materials, the visitor center enhances its volcanic surroundings while providing educational and recreational resources for exploring the unique landscape.

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Visitor Shelter Embracing Geological Context with Climate Response Design

Visitor Shelter Embracing Geological Context with Climate Response Design

Juyeon Ha, Yerin Noh, TAEIN BANG

Nestled within the volcanic landscape of Hverfjall, the design utilizes climate-responsive features to create a visitor shelter that seamlessly integrates with its geological context.

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Curvilinear Forms and Mineral Wool Insulation in a Volcano Visitor Center

Curvilinear Forms and Mineral Wool Insulation in a Volcano Visitor Center

Guillermo Rage

Characterized by curvilinear forms that echo the natural flow of lava, the visitor center utilizes mineral wool insulation to enhance thermal performance while providing visitors with an immersive connection to the volcanic landscape.

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Sculptural Pathways of Cross-Laminated Timber Within Volcanic Landscapes

Sculptural Pathways of Cross-Laminated Timber Within Volcanic Landscapes

Marcelo Venzon, Julia Park, Ricardo Justi

Utilizing cross-laminated timber to create sculptural pathways that seamlessly integrate with the volcanic landscape, the design enhances visitor engagement and education while facilitating exploration of Iceland's unique geological features.

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Exploring Warmth and Light Through Solid Facades in a Volcano Museum

Exploring Warmth and Light Through Solid Facades in a Volcano Museum

Dana waleska del carmen Mendoza reyes, Luis fernando Godoy bermudez

Characterized by a solid facade that captures the volcanic landscape, the museum seamlessly integrates warmth and natural light to create an immersive environment dedicated to understanding geological phenomena.

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Mushroom Coffee and Thermal Mass in a Greenhouse Visitor Center

Mushroom Coffee and Thermal Mass in a Greenhouse Visitor Center

Camille Towey

Mushroom coffee is brewed from produce cultivated within a greenhouse that integrates thermal mass technology, creating a visitor center designed for educational engagement with the surrounding Hverfjall landscape.

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Curved Canopy of Local Volcano Soil Offering Views of Merapi

Pheerapitch Phetchareon

Constructed from local volcano soil, the pavilion features a curved canopy that frames views of Merapi, serving as a contemplative resting point for visitors.

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Fissure-Inspired Design Utilizing Rammed Earth and Charred Wood in a Multifunctional Community Space

Fissure-Inspired Design Utilizing Rammed Earth and Charred Wood in a Multifunctional Community Space

Alex Bilton

Emulating the region's geological fissures, the design incorporates rammed earth and charred wood to create a multifunctional community space that fosters interaction and appreciation for the surrounding landscape.

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Curvilinear Design Utilizes Cross-Laminated Timber Panels to Integrate with Volcanic Landscape

Curvilinear Design Utilizes Cross-Laminated Timber Panels to Integrate with Volcanic Landscape

Mariana agustina Castiglione, Nazareno luis Navone, Carolina Lopez presas, Florencia Zamalloa

Curvilinear forms shaped by cross-laminated timber panels evoke the surrounding volcanic landscape, creating a harmonious space that serves as a community coffee shop.

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Conduits of Volcanic Ash Shaping a Visitor Center Experience

Conduits of Volcanic Ash Shaping a Visitor Center Experience

Zofia Andrzejewska, Hubert Cebulski

Constructed from bright monolithic concrete mixed with volcanic ash, the visitor center integrates geodetic forms that echo the surrounding landscape while providing an educational space focused on the dynamic processes of Iceland's geology.

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Curved Roofs and Volcanic Ash Create a Community Hub in Iceland

Curved Roofs and Volcanic Ash Create a Community Hub in Iceland

Piotr Pawłowski

Utilizing volcanic ash in its concrete roof and a dynamic, sloping form, the coffeehouse fosters community engagement while seamlessly integrating with Iceland's rugged landscape.

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Lava Rocks and Geothermal Heat Captured in a Multifunctional Space

Lava Rocks and Geothermal Heat Captured in a Multifunctional Space

Bingjun Chen

Built with locally sourced lava rocks and designed to leverage geothermal heat, the facility offers a multifunctional space for visitors to engage with the landscape while reflecting on the interplay between fire and ice.

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Eroded Concrete Forms Engaging the Volcanic Landscape

Eroded Concrete Forms Engaging the Volcanic Landscape

Alessandro Moriconi

Created through a process of ground erosion, the concrete structure harmonizes with the volcanic landscape of Mývatn, providing shelter while enhancing the visitor's connection to the natural terrain.

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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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Search results for: “Volcanic activity”

148 projects found:

Geothermal Spaces with Thermal-Resistant Forms in Volcanic Landscapes

Elevated Museum Featuring Core Samples and Aluminum Framed Panels

Biophilic Coffee Shop Featuring Turf Roof and Reinforced Concrete Integration

Volcanic Blocks and Wooden Enclosure for a Cultural Hub in Iceland

Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Evoking Tectonic Forms in a Volcanic Landscape

Volcanic Stone and Recycled Glass Form a Sustainable Coffee Space

Circular Form and Green Roof Crafted from Sustainable Materials in Iceland's Volcanic Landscape

Turf Roof Integration and Reclaimed Materials in a Visitor Center Amid Volcanic Landscapes

Visitor Shelter Embracing Geological Context with Climate Response Design

Curvilinear Forms and Mineral Wool Insulation in a Volcano Visitor Center

Sculptural Pathways of Cross-Laminated Timber Within Volcanic Landscapes

Exploring Warmth and Light Through Solid Facades in a Volcano Museum

Mushroom Coffee and Thermal Mass in a Greenhouse Visitor Center

Curved Canopy of Local Volcano Soil Offering Views of Merapi

Fissure-Inspired Design Utilizing Rammed Earth and Charred Wood in a Multifunctional Community Space

Curvilinear Design Utilizes Cross-Laminated Timber Panels to Integrate with Volcanic Landscape

Conduits of Volcanic Ash Shaping a Visitor Center Experience

Curved Roofs and Volcanic Ash Create a Community Hub in Iceland

Lava Rocks and Geothermal Heat Captured in a Multifunctional Space

Eroded Concrete Forms Engaging the Volcanic Landscape

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