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Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Create a Sustainable Dwelling in the Gobi Desert
Charred Wooden Shingles and Natural Stone Create a Sustainable Dwelling in the Gobi Desert
Qiu Mengbai, Wu Yue, Deng Junyue, Xia Xue
Utilizing charred wooden shingles and local stone, the design seamlessly integrates with the Gobi Desert landscape, creating a sustainable dwelling that harmonizes with its environment while offering a cozy living experience.
gansu china dwelling sustainability desert minimalism renewable local materials natural light compact
Portable Bamboo Structures with Compressed Earth Blocks in a Desert Landscape
Portable Bamboo Structures with Compressed Earth Blocks in a Desert Landscape
Luowei Mei, Ning Wu
Utilizing compressed earth blocks and lightweight bamboo, the design seamlessly adapts to the shifting sands of a desert landscape, creating a sustainable housing solution for mobile communities.
hunshandakeh sustainability nomadic housing community adaptability design landscape ecosystem living
Triangular Visitor Center Crafted From Reinforced Concrete and Natural Wood Embracing Volcanic Geography
Triangular Visitor Center Crafted From Reinforced Concrete and Natural Wood Embracing Volcanic Geography
Hongrun Li, Danni Zeng, Zichen Wang, Luyi Li
Nestled against a majestic volcanic backdrop, the triangular visitor center uniquely employs reinforced concrete and natural wood to create an immersive educational space that invites exploration and engagement with the surrounding geological landscape.
volcano visitor center education sustainability tourism community exhibition natural concrete
Weathered Steel Tower Offering Elevated Views in Rugged Icelandic Landscape
Weathered Steel Tower Offering Elevated Views in Rugged Icelandic Landscape
Sebastiano Verga, Marco Brighenti
Rising from a rugged Icelandic landscape, a cylindrical weathered steel tower invites visitors to ascend its spiral staircase for breathtaking panoramic views, seamlessly blending modern design with the natural environment.
iceland lookout tower observation steel landscape cylindrical sustainability public experience
Suspended Steel Pillars Support A Flexible Mesh Viewing Platform Overlooking Volcanic Landscapes
Suspended Steel Pillars Support A Flexible Mesh Viewing Platform Overlooking Volcanic Landscapes
Daniel Kim, Kihun Kim, Chris Kwon
Elevated by steel pillars, a flexible mesh platform invites visitors to immerse themselves in panoramic volcanic vistas while fostering a deep connection with the surrounding landscape.
iceland outlook viewpoint relaxation nature sustainable platform volcano haverfall lake mvatn
Dune-Inspired Lodges Featuring Sustainable Composite Materials and Natural Ventilation Elements
Dune-Inspired Lodges Featuring Sustainable Composite Materials and Natural Ventilation Elements
Kiril Georgiev, DETELINA BAKALOVA
With dune-inspired forms crafted from sustainable composite materials and integrated natural ventilation systems, the lodges offer an immersive retreat in the heart of the Arabian desert.
abu dhabi ecolodges sustainable desert hospitality retreat solar community lodging natural
Helical Form with Vertical Gardens and Photovoltaic Panels in a Sustainable Office Tower
Helical Form with Vertical Gardens and Photovoltaic Panels in a Sustainable Office Tower
Jonathan Delcambre, Brent Holdman, Cesar Salgueiro, Nam Phan
Atop a dynamic helical structure adorned with vertical gardens and powered by integrated photovoltaic panels, this sustainable office tower embodies environmental sensitivity while maximizing urban workspaces.
vietnam ho chi minh tower sustainability offices urban greenery energy skyscraper innovation
Elevated Living Spaces Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber Panels With Efficient Rainwater Collection Systems
Elevated Living Spaces Crafted From Cross-Laminated Timber Panels With Efficient Rainwater Collection Systems
Gabriele Bee, Walter Stefani, Mattia Menardi, Luca Orazietti
Utilizing cross-laminated timber panels and an efficient rainwater collection system, this design redefines sustainable living by creating adaptable and elevated spaces that harmonize with their mountainous location.
modular sustainable housing mountain coastal customizable efficient residential energy wood
Aerodynamic Glass Facade Integrated With Vertical Greenery in Istanbul's Urban Hub
Aerodynamic Glass Facade Integrated With Vertical Greenery in Istanbul's Urban Hub
Ramazan Güven
The dynamic interplay of an aerodynamic glass facade and lush vertical greenery defines a mixed-use development in Istanbul, creating a sustainable community hub designed to foster interaction and connectivity within the urban landscape.
istanbul mixed-use retail offices urban sustainability greenery community high-rise turkey
Biophilic Design Featuring Volcanic Stone and Glazing Within a Sustainable Visitor Center
Biophilic Design Featuring Volcanic Stone and Glazing Within a Sustainable Visitor Center
Benjamin Haswell, Liviu Filipov, Alesandro Giacomelli
Crafted from volcanic stone and reinforced concrete, the design harmoniously embraces the surrounding landscape while serving as a functional visitor center that educates and engages guests with Iceland's unique geological heritage.
iceland visitor center exhibition restaurant sustainability geology landscape concrete glass
Hexagonal Core Elevated by High-Performance Concrete and Photovoltaic Facades in a Sustainable Urban Ecosystem
Hexagonal Core Elevated by High-Performance Concrete and Photovoltaic Facades in a Sustainable Urban Ecosystem
Tomasz Gęsiak, Dominik Munia
A towering structure supported by a hexagonal core and clad in transparent photovoltaic panels embodies a sustainable ecosystem in the heart of the city, seamlessly blending residential, commercial, and communal spaces.
urban highrise mixed-use sustainability community geothermal residential commercial vertical thailand
Geothermal Structure with Sapele Wood Interiors and Passive Solar Features for Visitor Engagement
Geothermal Structure with Sapele Wood Interiors and Passive Solar Features for Visitor Engagement
Tomas Alonso, Facundo Laffitte
With its geothermal heating system and warm Sapele wood finishes, the design creates an immersive experience that connects visitors to the dramatic Icelandic landscape while serving as an educational hub.
iceland visitor center geothermal sustainable education exhibition community landscape wood concrete
Folded Roof Structure Enveloped in Green Roofing with Sustainable Wooden Materials Functioning as a Community Coffee Shop
Folded Roof Structure Enveloped in Green Roofing with Sustainable Wooden Materials Functioning as a Community Coffee Shop
Takeru Osato, Yuka Kobayashi
Nestled beneath a folded roof that harmonizes with the volcanic landscape, the sustainable coffee shop incorporates a green roofing system and locally sourced wooden materials to create a welcoming space for community engagement.
iceland coffee shop sustainable turf green volcano community natural contemporary
Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Design for Flood-Resilient Housing Solutions
Charred Wooden Shingles and Modular Design for Flood-Resilient Housing Solutions
Johnathan Li, Louis Marchini, Daniel Lay
With an innovative modular design that integrates charred wooden shingles for enhanced durability, this housing solution offers a flexible, flood-resilient living environment tailored to the challenges of the Mekong Delta region.
vietnam modular housing sustainability flood-resilient community adaptable eco-friendly water energy
Viewing tower with a tapered concrete silhouette and sustainable cross-laminated timber elements in a rugged volcanic landscape
Viewing tower with a tapered concrete silhouette and sustainable cross-laminated timber elements in a rugged volcanic landscape
Takahiro Moriya, Yuta Watanabe
Nestled within Iceland's volcanic landscape, this viewing tower features a tapered concrete form and integrates cross-laminated timber, offering visitors a unique perspective on nature while emphasizing sustainable materials and design.
iceland public facility observation tower nature integration sustainable materials community space scenic view landscape engagement geothermal heating tapered structure
Twisting Glass Facades With Green Roofs in High-Rise Urban Development
Twisting Glass Facades With Green Roofs in High-Rise Urban Development
Gabrielle Begin, Youssef Alnabulsi
Elevating urban living, the twisting glass facades seamlessly integrate green roofs and sustainable materials, creating dynamic high-rise dwellings that promote community interaction.
riyadh saudi arabia towers mixed-use residential commercial sustainability urban landmark greenery
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glazing Embrace Community Spaces in Sustainable Design
Charred Wooden Shingles and Glazing Embrace Community Spaces in Sustainable Design
Jo Segers
With its charred wooden shingles and expansive glazing that seamlessly blend into the surrounding landscape, this community hub serves as a vital space for cultural exchange and social interaction.
community exhibition concrete landscape public sustainability cultural transparency nature mountains
Thermal Insulation Wood and High-Performance Polycarbonate Embrace in a Compact Desert Habitat
Thermal Insulation Wood and High-Performance Polycarbonate Embrace in a Compact Desert Habitat
Thomas Gössler
Incorporating thermal insulation wood and solar-control glass, this compact microhome redefines sustainable living in the desert by seamlessly blending adaptable design with energy-efficient functionality.
microhome sustainability flexibility energy-efficient desert compact minimalism eco-friendly solar living
Twisting Towers of Mesh and Steel with Water-Collecting Facades in Urban Harmony
Twisting Towers of Mesh and Steel with Water-Collecting Facades in Urban Harmony
Abdulrahman Harib, Valerija Galkina, Carla Roemmelt
Twisting towers crafted from a flexible mesh-skin capture wind and moisture in an eco-friendly response to Hong Kong's urban landscape, creating a multifaceted space for living and working.
hong kong skyscraper mixed-use sustainable residential commercial high-rise urban eco-friendly biomimicry
Corten Steel Observation Tower Embracing Desert Harmony Through Fluid Form
Corten Steel Observation Tower Embracing Desert Harmony Through Fluid Form
Simone Malgari, Denis Bellini, Luca Capelli, Michele Buffoli
Rising from the desert landscape, a fluidly designed observation tower crafted from corten steel invites visitors to experience the delicate interplay between architecture and the natural beauty of the All Wathba Wetland Reserve.
abu dhabi observation tower wetlands ecological cultural biomimicry sustainability desert outdoor
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