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Stargazing Funnels and Tented Luxury Structures in the Desert Landscape
Stargazing Funnels and Tented Luxury Structures in the Desert Landscape
Dayne Wright, Warwick Renard
With its stargazing funnels and luxurious tented structures crafted from durable garapa decking, the design offers a unique retreat in the heart of the desert, providing guests an immersive experience in nature while embracing sustainability.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Retreat Nestled in Nature
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Create a Harmonious Retreat Nestled in Nature
Arthur Schellenberg
Charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber harmonize to create warm, sustainable guest homes that seamlessly blend with their natural surroundings while providing a tranquil retreat for visitors.
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Möbius Loop Form Crafted From Stone Veneer And Sustainable Timber Cladding
Möbius Loop Form Crafted From Stone Veneer And Sustainable Timber Cladding
Aprielle Chung
Crafted in the unique Möbius loop form, this dual-family residence utilizes stone veneer and sustainable timber cladding to seamlessly blend functionality with a connection to nature.
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Curvilinear Design Featuring Local Stone And Geothermal Energy For An Artistic Residence
Curvilinear Design Featuring Local Stone And Geothermal Energy For An Artistic Residence
Jackelyn Goncalves de nobrega
Curvilinear forms shaped from local stone and enhanced by geothermal energy create a sustainable environment that nurtures creativity in a dedicated residence for artists.
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Charred Wood and Local Stone Create Sustainable Retreats in a Serene Landscape
Charred Wood and Local Stone Create Sustainable Retreats in a Serene Landscape
Monika Binkowska
Crafted from charred wood and local stone, the design seamlessly integrates with the landscape while providing inviting guest accommodations that emphasize sustainability and community connection.
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Circular Residence Crafted from Sustainable Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles
Circular Residence Crafted from Sustainable Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles
Florian Jacquot, Thomas Mulvet
Crafted with precision from cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles, this circular residence seamlessly blends sustainable architecture with modern living, offering a harmonious space that encourages community interaction.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Edible Landscaping in a Sustainable Residential Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Edible Landscaping in a Sustainable Residential Space
Jurij Bardelli
Incorporating charred wooden shingles and an innovative edible garden, this sustainable residential design fosters harmony between modern living and ecological responsibility.
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Community Center Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles for Ecological Engagement
Community Center Featuring Cross-Laminated Timber and Charred Wooden Shingles for Ecological Engagement
Chu-han Tarn, Woobin An
Nestled near Mývatn lake, this community center harmoniously blends cross-laminated timber and charred wooden shingles to create a vibrant space that fosters ecological education and social interaction amidst a backdrop of natural beauty.
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Bamboo Framework and Greywater Reuse in Flexible Housing Solutions
Bamboo Framework and Greywater Reuse in Flexible Housing Solutions
Quoc huy Trinh
Employing a unique bamboo framework and an integrated greywater reuse system, this housing solution adapts to the fluid needs of low-income communities while promoting sustainability and resource efficiency.
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Geothermal Greenhouses Crafted with Larch and Photovoltaic Glass in Iceland's Harsh Landscape
Geothermal Greenhouses Crafted with Larch and Photovoltaic Glass in Iceland's Harsh Landscape
Quang anh Bui
Crafted from locally sourced larch and integrated with photovoltaic glass, the geothermal greenhouses flourish within Iceland's unique ecosystem, creating a vibrant community hub that emphasizes sustainable agriculture and education.
iceland greenhouse sustainability community agriculture biophilic geothermal local education environment
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping A Sustainable Community Center
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shaping A Sustainable Community Center
Era shae Brown
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, the design harmonizes with its volcanic surroundings to create a versatile community center that fosters local engagement and environmental awareness.
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Circular Water Recycling Microhome Featuring Marine-Grade Aluminum and Panoramic Glass
Circular Water Recycling Microhome Featuring Marine-Grade Aluminum and Panoramic Glass
Francesca Di giacomo
Designed with a circular water recycling system and constructed from marine-grade aluminum and expansive glass panels, this microhome effortlessly combines sustainability and modern living in an aquatic environment.
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Sundial-Inspired Structure Featuring Colored Glass and Natural Stone for Community Living
Sundial-Inspired Structure Featuring Colored Glass and Natural Stone for Community Living
Bingfeng Song
With a sundial at its core and an exterior adorned with colored glass and natural stone, the design creates an inspiring environment that fosters community engagement among artists in a secluded mountainous setting.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Scots Pine Create a Sustainable Artistic Retreat in Latvia
Charred Wooden Shingles and Scots Pine Create a Sustainable Artistic Retreat in Latvia
Yufei Li, Martha Woolfrey, Luchen Ye
Combining charred wooden shingles with sustainably sourced Scots pine, the architectural design creates a harmonious retreat that inspires creativity and connection to nature in Latvia's tranquil landscape.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape Adaptable Modular Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Shape Adaptable Modular Living Spaces
Michaela Maresch
Built with charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber panels, this adaptable residence seamlessly integrates sustainability and modularity to create a functional living space that evolves with its occupants' needs.
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Vertical Farm Incorporating Local Stone And Sustainable Vegetation Within A Twisting Concrete Structure
Vertical Farm Incorporating Local Stone And Sustainable Vegetation Within A Twisting Concrete Structure
Khalid Alrougi, Sultan Aljabri
Incorporating 3,500 prickly pear plants within a twisting concrete structure adorned with locally sourced stone, this innovative vertical farm transforms urban living by integrating agriculture and community spaces into its multifunctional design.
taif residential commercial vertical sustainability community agriculture urban cactus ecology
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Panels Shape a Sustainable Residential Space
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Panels Shape a Sustainable Residential Space
Félix Roudier
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and vertical panels, the design emphasizes sustainability while creating a flexible living space that harmonizes with its natural surroundings.
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Pneumatic Homes Crafted With ETFE and Sustainable Systems for Community Resilience
Pneumatic Homes Crafted With ETFE and Sustainable Systems for Community Resilience
Mina Saadatfard, Zahra Haghi, Parham Ostovar, Mohsen Safshekan Ghalati
Crafted from lightweight ETFE and designed as a modular, inflatable habitat, these homes prioritize community resilience through integrated hydroponics and sustainable systems, providing flexible shelter in urban landscapes.
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Gabion Walls and Geothermal Heating in a Community-Centric Greenhouse Restaurant
Gabion Walls and Geothermal Heating in a Community-Centric Greenhouse Restaurant
Graeme Massie, Stuart Dickson
Constructed with sustainable gabion walls and enhanced by geothermal heating, the design serves as a community-centered greenhouse restaurant that harmonizes with Iceland's stunning volcanic landscape.
iceland restaurant greenhouse sustainability community volcano nature light local agriculture
Charred Wooden Shingles Harmonizing with Prefabricated Canopy Structures in Sustainable Residential Design
Charred Wooden Shingles Harmonizing with Prefabricated Canopy Structures in Sustainable Residential Design
Yuki Balgos, Joshua Cheng, Lawrence Tolosa
Crafted with charred wooden shingles and a prefabricated canopy structure, the design seamlessly merges sustainable living with its steep hillside setting, creating a vibrant space for residential life and ecological interaction.
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