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Cylindrical Living Spaces Featuring Reclaimed Steel and Glass Facades in Urban Renewal
Cylindrical Living Spaces Featuring Reclaimed Steel and Glass Facades in Urban Renewal
Jorge Cobo susperregui
Reclaimed steel and glass facades transform traditional water tanks into cylindrical living spaces that redefine urban housing in Manhattan.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaic Panels Define a Flexible Off-Grid Retreat
Charred Wooden Shingles and Photovoltaic Panels Define a Flexible Off-Grid Retreat
Karolina Rymaszewska
Crafted from charred wooden shingles and enhanced with integrated photovoltaic panels, this off-grid retreat seamlessly blends sustainable living with functional design to create a versatile personal escape.
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Hemp Concrete Retreat With Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Integrating Nature and Community
Hemp Concrete Retreat With Cross-Laminated Timber Panels Integrating Nature and Community
Antoni Grześkowiak
Constructed with innovative hemp concrete and adorned with cross-laminated timber panels, this sustainable retreat seamlessly integrates modern living with the natural landscape, fostering a connection to community and environment.
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Reflective Aluminum Facade and Elevated Concrete Structure for Sustainable Desert Living
Reflective Aluminum Facade and Elevated Concrete Structure for Sustainable Desert Living
Nathan Facuri
Elevated on reinforced concrete columns and enveloped in a reflective aluminum facade, this sustainable residence in the Mojave Desert seamlessly blends modern efficiency with environmental sensitivity, creating a retreat perfectly suited for off-grid living.
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Polycarbonate Facade and Aquaponic Systems in a Self-Sufficient Urban Dwelling
Polycarbonate Facade and Aquaponic Systems in a Self-Sufficient Urban Dwelling
Wai yan Soe
With a polycarbonate facade that maximizes natural light and integrated aquaponic systems for sustainable food production, this self-sufficient urban dwelling redefines modern living by prioritizing ecological balance and resource efficiency.
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Recycled Steel Frames and Solar Panels in Flexible Modular Living Solutions
Recycled Steel Frames and Solar Panels in Flexible Modular Living Solutions
Nasya Pranoto, Yosephine Anglingdarma
Combining recycled steel, solar panels, and customizable modular units, this innovative housing solution addresses modern living needs while promoting environmental sustainability.
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Elevated Living Through Charred Wood Cladding and Solar Integration
Elevated Living Through Charred Wood Cladding and Solar Integration
Olivia Dewi
Elevated on sturdy poles and clad in charred wood, this residence harmonizes sustainable design with panoramic views, embodying an adaptable living space for modern professionals.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Rainwater Harvesting in a Modern Nature-Integrated Residence
Charred Wooden Shingles and Rainwater Harvesting in a Modern Nature-Integrated Residence
Alexander Andry rusli, Hansen Sentosa
With an innovative design that embraces rainwater harvesting and showcases charred wooden shingles, this residence merges sustainable living with modern aesthetics to create a welcoming retreat in nature.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Compact Residence Emphasizing Sustainability
Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber Define a Compact Residence Emphasizing Sustainability
Tadej Podakar
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and cross-laminated timber, this compact residence harmonizes with its environment while delivering a versatile living space designed for sustainability.
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Elevated Retreat Crafted With Engineered Wood and Ground Screw Foundations for Immersive Meditation Experiences
Elevated Retreat Crafted With Engineered Wood and Ground Screw Foundations for Immersive Meditation Experiences
István márk Ács, Norbert Kun, Kinga Kovácshegyi, Viktória Kósi
Elevated on ground screws and constructed from engineered wood, the cabins seamlessly blend with their natural surroundings to create serene spaces for meditation and therapy.
vale de moses meditation cabins retreat sustainable nature portugal therapy modular healing
Charred Wooden Shingles and Aquaculture Integration in Sustainable Living Spaces
Charred Wooden Shingles and Aquaculture Integration in Sustainable Living Spaces
Yi-ting Tsai
Blending charred wooden shingles with an integrated aquaponics system, this architectural design offers a sustainable living solution that harmonizes food production with community interaction in a water-scarce environment.
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Rammed Earth and Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Embracing Volcanic Landscape Functions as a Sustainable Community Hub
Rammed Earth and Cross-Laminated Timber Structure Embracing Volcanic Landscape Functions as a Sustainable Community Hub
Jimi Mckay, Ana Claver García
Incorporating rammed earth and cross-laminated timber within a circular form, the design creates a seamless connection to the volcanic landscape while serving as a community hub dedicated to sustainability and agricultural education.
iceland community sustainability agriculture greenhouse timber hverfjall circular space nature
Elevated Habitat Supported by Steel Framework and Enveloped in Climbing Wisteria
Elevated Habitat Supported by Steel Framework and Enveloped in Climbing Wisteria
Panayotis Malefakis
Constructed with a robust steel framework and adorned with cascading wisteria, the elevated living platform seamlessly merges outdoor aesthetics with functional spaces for communal gatherings and solitary retreat in harmony with nature.
cabin sustainability nature living platform timber solar water community outdoor
Modular Living Spaces Crafted From Straw Bales With Central Core Design
Modular Living Spaces Crafted From Straw Bales With Central Core Design
Giovanni Cavaglion
Crafted from straw bales and anchored by a central core, this modular living solution offers a flexible approach to contemporary housing, seamlessly integrating functionality with sustainable materials.
modular sustainable housing community living straw flexible innovation germany residential
Sliding Bamboo Structure Featuring Integrated Renewable Energy Solutions for Compact Living
Sliding Bamboo Structure Featuring Integrated Renewable Energy Solutions for Compact Living
Francesca Ligabue
Crafted from sustainable bamboo, this sliding structure seamlessly integrates renewable energy solutions and adaptable living spaces, offering a contemporary solution for compact residential needs.
bamboo sustainable modular tiny housing flexible nature energy innovative living
ETFE-Infused Inflatable Living Spaces With Recycled Wood Core in Urban Context
ETFE-Infused Inflatable Living Spaces With Recycled Wood Core in Urban Context
Salam Yousef, Maryem Lachgar
The integration of inflatable ETFE structures and a recycled wood core creates a flexible living environment that seamlessly adapts to urban landscapes, offering a sustainable solution for modern housing needs.
inflatable housing adaptability sustainability community urban living modular self-sufficient italy
Rainwater Harvesting Structure Crafted from Cambodian Brick and Timber Framework
Rainwater Harvesting Structure Crafted from Cambodian Brick and Timber Framework
Markus Maasing, Siim tanel Tonisson
Crafted from locally sourced Cambodian brick and timber, this sustainable residence incorporates a rainwater harvesting system and multifunctional spaces, seamlessly integrating natural elements to serve as a nurturing home in harmony with its environment.
cambodia chimney sustainability residential living brick timber water spatial community
Curved Roof Design in Thermo-Modified Pine with Fiber-Cement Cladding for Sustainable Living
Curved Roof Design in Thermo-Modified Pine with Fiber-Cement Cladding for Sustainable Living
Aniela Vinatoru, Claudiu vlad Varlan
With a curved roof crafted from thermo-modified pine and enhanced by durable fiber-cement cladding, the design creates a harmonious blend of aesthetic appeal and environmental sensitivity, serving as a compact, sustainable living space along the banks of the Danube.
romania microhome sustainable living community timber efficient design natural residential
Elevated Meditation Space Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber With Natural Light Integration
Elevated Meditation Space Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber With Natural Light Integration
Martin Eggel
Crafted from cross-laminated timber and elevated to capture natural light, this meditation space merges sustainability and geometry to create a serene environment dedicated to reflection and introspection.
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Floating Micro Home Crafted with Composite Materials and Integrated Marine Lab for Ecological Research
Floating Micro Home Crafted with Composite Materials and Integrated Marine Lab for Ecological Research
Jiayu Zhang
Crafted from composite materials, this floating micro home integrates a state-of-the-art marine laboratory, providing a unique platform for researchers to study oceanic ecosystems while living in harmony with their environment.
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Re:Form - New Life for Old Spaces

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Design a memorial that speaks to the cause of ending all nuclear weapons programs
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