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Visitor Center Crafted from Whitewashed Timber and Earth-Toned Ceramic Tiles Integrating Natural Ventilation in a Sustainable Wetland Setting
Visitor Center Crafted from Whitewashed Timber and Earth-Toned Ceramic Tiles Integrating Natural Ventilation in a Sustainable Wetland Setting
Dirk Hovens
Nestled within the Al Wathba Wetlands, this visitor center seamlessly combines biophilic design with locally-inspired architecture, featuring sloping roofs, whitewashed timber, and earth-toned ceramic tiles to create an inviting space that fosters engagement with nature.
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Elevated Structure of Precast Concrete and Wood Cladding Embracing Wetland Conservation
Elevated Structure of Precast Concrete and Wood Cladding Embracing Wetland Conservation
Robert Pepe, Arjun Sureshkumar
Elevated above the delicate wetlands, the structure of precast concrete and warm wood cladding blends seamlessly with its surroundings while serving as a vital educational center for ecological conservation.
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Biomimetic Design Featuring Curvilinear Glass And Charred Wood Elements For Community Engagement
Biomimetic Design Featuring Curvilinear Glass And Charred Wood Elements For Community Engagement
Mai Elhossiny, Boosy Elhossiny, Dina Elhossiny
Curvilinear forms, inspired by the nature of flamingos and constructed with charred wood and expansive glass, create an engaging educational space that fosters community interaction and environmental awareness.
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Date Palm Roof Structure with Interactive Exhibits in a Sustainable Visitor Center
Date Palm Roof Structure with Interactive Exhibits in a Sustainable Visitor Center
Tanja Maier
With a roof inspired by the graceful form of date palm fronds and an innovative use of local materials, the center serves as an interactive hub for wetland conservation education, seamlessly blending sustainability with community engagement.
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Undulating Roofs Crafted From Wooden Trusses Enhance Visitor Engagement In A Tinted Glass Hub For Wetland Conservation
Undulating Roofs Crafted From Wooden Trusses Enhance Visitor Engagement In A Tinted Glass Hub For Wetland Conservation
Felix Reyes
With an undulating roof crafted from wooden trusses and tinted glass that reflects the surrounding wetlands, the visitor center serves as a functional hub for education and conservation, fostering a deeper connection between humanity and nature.
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Trapezoidal Concrete Roof Uniting Glass and Natural Stone in a Visitor Center for Wetland Conservation
Trapezoidal Concrete Roof Uniting Glass and Natural Stone in a Visitor Center for Wetland Conservation
Toshiki Hirano
With a distinctive trapezoidal concrete roof that echoes the contours of its wetland setting, the Visitor Center utilizes large glass panels and natural stone to create a harmonious space for educating visitors about the area's rich biodiversity.
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Charred Wooden Shingles and Timber Ramps Elevate Ecosystem Immersion in a Wetland Observation Tower
Charred Wooden Shingles and Timber Ramps Elevate Ecosystem Immersion in a Wetland Observation Tower
Gianluca Santosuosso
With its charred wooden shingles and accessible timber ramps, the design seamlessly integrates into the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, inviting visitors to engage with the ecosystem through an elevated observation experience.
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Visitor Centre featuring Prefabricated Insulated Panels and Local Timber in a Preserved Wetland Environment
Visitor Centre featuring Prefabricated Insulated Panels and Local Timber in a Preserved Wetland Environment
Nik Maksimenko, Robert Barker, Michael Croghan
Nestled within Latvia's Kemerī boglands, this visitor centre masterfully combines prefabricated insulated panels and local timber to create a sustainable hub that invites exploration and fosters appreciation for the delicate wetland ecosystem.
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Mudbrick Symbiosis and Sustainable Design in a Wetland Visitor Center
Mudbrick Symbiosis and Sustainable Design in a Wetland Visitor Center
Ziyue Yan, Ziyao Jiang
Constructed with locally sourced mudbrick and stone, the visitor center elegantly intertwines with the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, serving as a gateway for educational exploration and conservation awareness of the region's unique wildlife.
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Undulating Metal Mesh Façade Blending Natural Ventilation With Community Engagement Functions
Undulating Metal Mesh Façade Blending Natural Ventilation With Community Engagement Functions
Ji hu Park, Hyeryeong Moon
With its undulating metal mesh façade and extensive use of glass for transparency, the visitor center seamlessly integrates into the Al Wathba wetland, serving as a vital hub for education and community engagement.
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Fluid Form Inspired by Avian Structures with White Concrete and Recycled Wood for an Eco-Center Experience
Fluid Form Inspired by Avian Structures with White Concrete and Recycled Wood for an Eco-Center Experience
Ibrahim Alharahsheh, Maram Darwish, Dana Saleh
Inspired by the graceful form of a bird's wing, the visitor center utilizes white concrete and recycled wood to create an immersive experience that connects visitors with the vibrant ecosystem of the Al Wathba Wetlands.
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Charred Wood Shingles and Sustainable Design in a Visitor Center for Wetland Conservation
Charred Wood Shingles and Sustainable Design in a Visitor Center for Wetland Conservation
Shema John
Charred wooden shingles and a green roof composed of native vegetation unite harmoniously in a visitor center designed to enhance environmental education and support wetland conservation efforts.
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Charred Shingles and Lightweight Canopies Enhancing Wetland Visitor Interaction
Charred Shingles and Lightweight Canopies Enhancing Wetland Visitor Interaction
Magdalena Nicolas, Nicolás Garza
Employing charred wooden shingles and innovative lightweight canopies, the design seamlessly integrates with its wetland surroundings to create a visitor center that educates and enhances the experience of observing local wildlife.
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Tensioned Fabric Canopy and Coral Construction Amidst Wetland Conservation
Tensioned Fabric Canopy and Coral Construction Amidst Wetland Conservation
Alejandro Manso covarrubias, Wendy Hernandez, Henriikka Taipale
With a canopy crafted from tensioned fabric and a structural design utilizing local coral and brick, the visitor center serves as a vital educational hub that fosters awareness of the unique wetland ecosystem and its avian inhabitants.
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Biomimetic Structure with Timber and Cloth Design for Ecological Observation
Biomimetic Structure with Timber and Cloth Design for Ecological Observation
Amir Monfaredpour, Vahid Dadmehrfar, Masoud Shirinnasab, Kaveh Alion
Inspired by the elegant postures of flamingos, the tower combines timber construction and fabric elements to seamlessly integrate with the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve while providing an immersive observation experience for nature enthusiasts.
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Elevated Paths of Cross-Laminated Timber Panels in a Wetland Observation Space
Elevated Paths of Cross-Laminated Timber Panels in a Wetland Observation Space
Martín Lira, Matías Moller, Andrés Ossa, Belén Gonzalez
Suspended above the wetland terrain, the structure's circular pathways of cross-laminated timber panels invite visitors to engage with nature while offering diverse viewpoints for observation and reflection.
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