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Thermal Mass Integration and Triple-Pane Comfort in a Community Lookout Tower
Thermal Mass Integration and Triple-Pane Comfort in a Community Lookout Tower
Kateryna Gerasymova, Elvin Kaunda, Mehek Rahman
Incorporating triple-pane windows and thermal mass, the tower enhances energy efficiency while providing lookout points for community engagement within a conservation area.
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Air Purification System Enhanced by Transparent Solar Integration in Urban Landscape
Air Purification System Enhanced by Transparent Solar Integration in Urban Landscape
Edwinson Chan, Nicholas Orie, Kaoru Toyokawa
An advanced air filtration system, complemented by transparent solar panels, enhances the urban environment while providing vital community space in a densely populated area.
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Kinetic Energy Harvesting Units and Floating Bioplastics in Submerged Community Living
Kinetic Energy Harvesting Units and Floating Bioplastics in Submerged Community Living
Hanxiang Zhou, 驰 张, Xueyieng Zhang, 涛 周
Harnessing kinetic energy through marine resources, the design integrates floating bioplastics and modular units to create a sustainable community living space submerged beneath rising sea levels.
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Rotating Core System with Plywood and Gypsum Elements for Efficient Micro Living
Rotating Core System with Plywood and Gypsum Elements for Efficient Micro Living
Han Kuo
A rotating core system enhances spatial efficiency within a compact cabin constructed from plywood and gypsum, offering a versatile living environment suited for modern micro-living needs.
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Hexagonal Living Spaces Featuring Aircrete and Smart Glass for Sustainable Community Integration
Hexagonal Living Spaces Featuring Aircrete and Smart Glass for Sustainable Community Integration
Vinicius Santana De Medeiros Luz
Constructed with aircrete and smart glass, the hexagonal modules facilitate energy efficiency and water management, creating a sustainable habitat that fosters community living.
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Rammed Earth and Iroko Wood Blend in a Sustainable Urban Community Design
Rammed Earth and Iroko Wood Blend in a Sustainable Urban Community Design
Uri Michael, Sean Mihael
Constructed with rammed earth and Iroko wood, this sustainable urban community emphasizes natural ventilation and shared spaces, fostering a cohesive living environment for families in an arid climate.
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Vortex-Inspired Huts Embracing Local Elements and Nature
Vortex-Inspired Huts Embracing Local Elements and Nature
Amelie Creach, Delphine Levy, Marie-ange Ducoin, Marion Maux
Inspired by the principles of Feng Shui, a series of five elemental huts connected by a central vortex offers tranquil spaces for meditation and community interaction amidst the natural landscape of Pavilosta.
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Sinuous Gabion Walls Enclosing a Larch Hearth for Community Reading Spaces
Sinuous Gabion Walls Enclosing a Larch Hearth for Community Reading Spaces
Giuseppe Galbiati, Zoe Savoca
Sinuous gabion walls embrace a transparent larch hearth, creating a flexible and inviting space for community reading activities while harmonizing with the surrounding landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Steel Frame in a Versatile Workspace Design
Charred Wooden Shingles and Steel Frame in a Versatile Workspace Design
Raghmah Solomon
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and a robust steel frame, the redesign revitalizes a historical manufacturing site into a flexible workspace that highlights sustainability and community engagement.
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Vortex-Inspired Structure Combining Clay Brick and Community Engagement for Environmental Integration
Vortex-Inspired Structure Combining Clay Brick and Community Engagement for Environmental Integration
Richard John Forbes
Drawing inspiration from natural storm formations, the conical structure crafted from locally sourced clay brick serves as a community observation tower that integrates seamlessly with the South Dakota landscape.
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Palm Fiber Canopy Enhances Natural Ventilation in Sustainable Family Residence
Palm Fiber Canopy Enhances Natural Ventilation in Sustainable Family Residence
Grace Casal, Cyril Roed Quiter Cartalla, John Erick Cabidog Mercado, Al Anthony Casal, Glaidale Ann Petilla Burce
Incorporating a palm fiber canopy for moisture collection and traditional wind towers for ventilation, the residence optimizes environmental performance while fostering familial connectivity in a sustainable dwelling.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Harmonious Senior Living Community
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Create a Harmonious Senior Living Community
Sina Drechsler
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design emphasizes community interaction while providing a supportive and accessible environment for senior living.
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Positioned within the prairie landscape of De Smet, the structure functions as a vertical marker that combines public utility with cultural reference. Its design responds to local narratives and environmental conditions, offering spaces for observation, orientation, and gathering.
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A Community Spa with Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
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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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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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The Last Nuclear Bomb Memorial
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Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
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