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Volcanic Aggregates and Gray Concrete Anchoring Tectonic Engagements in Visitor Center Design
Volcanic Aggregates and Gray Concrete Anchoring Tectonic Engagements in Visitor Center Design
Adriana Arteaga, Blake Villwock, Rahul Attraya
Set against the tectonic ridge formed by the North American and Eurasian plates, the design integrates gray concrete and volcanic aggregates to create a visitor center that promotes community engagement and education within a unique geological context.
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Peat Roof and Molten Rock Structure in an Icelandic Cultural Hub
Peat Roof and Molten Rock Structure in an Icelandic Cultural Hub
Luca Scardulla, Riccardo Gelmini, Linda Consiglieri, Federico Robbiano
Defined by its green roof and sheltered by wooden slats, the structure crafts a strong connection to the Icelandic landscape while serving as a vibrant cultural hub for exhibitions and community engagement.
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Geometric Refuge With Elevated Air Chambers and Reinforced Concrete Shelter in the Himalayas
Geometric Refuge With Elevated Air Chambers and Reinforced Concrete Shelter in the Himalayas
Pilar Giraldo Rivera, Efraín Cardenas Osorio, Jose Miguel Hurtado Henao, Diana Alejandra Tabarquino Mora
Elevated air chambers and a geometric roof design create a resilient structure that harmonizes with the Himalayan landscape, serving as a vital refuge for mountaineers.
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Moleanos Limestone Facade Complemented by Organic Landscaping for a Residential Community
Moleanos Limestone Facade Complemented by Organic Landscaping for a Residential Community
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Constructed with locally sourced Moleanos limestone and innovative brick screening, the facility harmonizes with its landscape while providing a supportive environment for elderly residents.
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Cantilevered Observation Platform with Sustainable Steel and Concrete Integration
Cantilevered Observation Platform with Sustainable Steel and Concrete Integration
Gordon Magnin, Marshall Cowan, Brittany Sanders
A cantilevered observation platform extends gracefully from the upper levels of a sustainable structure built with steel and concrete, offering visitors panoramic views of the North Vidzeme Biosphere Reserve while promoting an immersive connection with nature.
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Transplanted Trees and Limestone Form a Sustainable Retreat in Iceland's Wilderness
Transplanted Trees and Limestone Form a Sustainable Retreat in Iceland's Wilderness
Sebastian Serna de los rios
Transplanted trees create natural windbreaks around a structure built with double-sided glass and locally sourced limestone, offering a luxury guest house that harmonizes with the Icelandic landscape.
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Central Courtyard Home Using Sustainable Bricks and Ceramic Tiles in a Desert Climate
Central Courtyard Home Using Sustainable Bricks and Ceramic Tiles in a Desert Climate
Mohsen Eghmazi, Atefe Bagheri, Ali Asadi Nasab
Utilizing sustainable bricks and ceramic tiles, this centrally-focused courtyard residence effectively integrates natural ventilation and traditional design elements, catering to the needs of modern family living in a desert environment.
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A Ski Cabin Integrating Charred Wooden Shingles and Cross-Laminated Timber
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