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Charred Wood Facade and Triple-Glazed Windows in Compact Urban Home
Charred Wood Facade and Triple-Glazed Windows in Compact Urban Home
Natascha Fischer
With a charred wood facade and triple-glazed windows, this compact urban home integrates sustainable features such as solar panels and rainwater collection, offering a functional living space in a limited footprint.
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Patinated Copper Cabins Embracing Earth Bricks in a Forest Setting
Patinated Copper Cabins Embracing Earth Bricks in a Forest Setting
Pedro Alcántara, Jose juan Guillamón
With a facade of patinated copper and a focus on sustainable wood heating, the design integrates earth bricks and ceramic tiles to create a series of cabins that foster a close relationship with the surrounding forest environment.
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X-Shaped Concrete Retreat with Natural Wood Elements by the Lake
X-Shaped Concrete Retreat with Natural Wood Elements by the Lake
Junfu Cui, Baiyang Kong, Jingyi Xu, Zhaoxuan Yang
An X-shaped concrete structure, harmoniously integrated with natural wood elements, defines a lakeside residence that accommodates two families while promoting both communal engagement and private retreats.
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Circular Dome Emphasizing Local Wood Elements for Sustainable Dining Experience
Circular Dome Emphasizing Local Wood Elements for Sustainable Dining Experience
Elisa Irastorza, Ane Domínguez
A circular dome constructed with local wooden elements harnesses natural light and complements the stunning landscape of Mývatn, providing a unique environment for sustainable dining.
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Circular Pavilion with Volcanic Stone and Polycarbonate Facade Integrated into a Volcanic Landscape
Circular Pavilion with Volcanic Stone and Polycarbonate Facade Integrated into a Volcanic Landscape
Laura Franeková
Nestled within a volcanic landscape, the circular pavilion utilizes local volcanic stone and a polycarbonate facade to create immersive community spaces for cinema and cultural engagement.
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Natural Wood Accents and Clay Brick Vaults Shaping a Sustainable Wine Tasting Experience
Natural Wood Accents and Clay Brick Vaults Shaping a Sustainable Wine Tasting Experience
Isadora bento De carvalho
Crafted with clay brick vaults and organic wood accents, the design seamlessly integrates into the Umbria Valley landscape while providing an immersive space for wine tasting.
umbria wine tasting facility sustainability communal private nature vineyard hospitality
Earthbag Construction With Recycled Copper and Thermal Mass for Sustainable Living
Earthbag Construction With Recycled Copper and Thermal Mass for Sustainable Living
Alex O'brien
Constructed using earthbag methods and finished with recycled copper, this compact dwelling integrates a bio-digester and thermal mass for efficient energy use while providing sustainable living for a couple.
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Capsule Spaces with Semi-Translucent Glass in a Celestial Community Setting
Capsule Spaces with Semi-Translucent Glass in a Celestial Community Setting
Mariana Rospigliosi, Camila Diaz
Constructed with semi-translucent glass and innovative capsule spaces, this community hub for astronomers fosters collaboration and connection to the cosmos within a tranquil forest setting.
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Community Pavilion on a Bridge with Panoramic Views and Wood Elements
Community Pavilion on a Bridge with Panoramic Views and Wood Elements
Elisa Cavagnero, Davide Brunetti, Deniz Gemici, Alessandra Pederneschi
Set atop a bridge, the pavilion offers panoramic views and incorporates wood elements to create a community-focused exhibition space that enhances interaction within the park.
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Wave-Shaped Pergola and Pine Cottages Embracing Riverfront Wellness
Wave-Shaped Pergola and Pine Cottages Embracing Riverfront Wellness
Aleksandra Hiller, Tatiana Kościelniak
A wave-shaped pergola defines the design of cottages made from pine, seamlessly integrating with the riverfront to provide a retreat focused on wellness and community engagement.
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Lava Rock Cladding and Wood Lattice Structure in a Geothermal Visitor Center
Lava Rock Cladding and Wood Lattice Structure in a Geothermal Visitor Center
Raeanna Spiger
Incorporating lava rock cladding and a wood lattice structure, the center leverages geothermal energy to blend seamlessly with the volcanic landscape while providing educational resources for visitors.
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Corten Steel and Pressure-Treated Wood Create a Spiral Observation Retreat Embedded in Wetlands
Corten Steel and Pressure-Treated Wood Create a Spiral Observation Retreat Embedded in Wetlands
Steve Pribyl
Crafted from corten steel and pressure-treated wood, the spiral structure emerges seamlessly from the wetland landscape, serving as an observatory that enhances environmental engagement and community interaction.
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Volcanic Stone Integration with Natural Wood Elements for Community Engagement
Volcanic Stone Integration with Natural Wood Elements for Community Engagement
Yoan Baran, Léo Perret
Incorporating volcanic stone and wooden beams, the structure enhances its setting while fostering communal interaction and contemplation.
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Grape Wood Accents and Clay-Limestone Facade Create Unique Tasting Room Experience
Grape Wood Accents and Clay-Limestone Facade Create Unique Tasting Room Experience
Anna Lange
Incorporating locally sourced grape wood and a clay-limestone facade, the wine tasting room establishes a seamless connection with its vineyard setting while providing an engaging space for visitors to experience wine culture.
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Cedar Sidings and Phytopurification Enhance Creative Living Near the Lake
Cedar Sidings and Phytopurification Enhance Creative Living Near the Lake
Melissa Caron-labrecque
Constructed with salvaged cedar sidings and equipped with a phytopurification system, the residence provides a sustainable living environment focused on fostering creativity for two families of artists.
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Concrete Sanctuary Embracing Nature with Bat-Friendly Elements
Concrete Sanctuary Embracing Nature with Bat-Friendly Elements
Juan pablo Alarcon romero, Ana sofia Rivera araiza
Bat-friendly tuck-in windows complement a concrete structure that integrates a dedicated Mindfulness Box, offering artists a reflective space immersed in nature.
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Mirror-Clad Structure Connecting Nature Through Native Wood Elements
Mirror-Clad Structure Connecting Nature Through Native Wood Elements
Jiang Wang
A mirror-clad facade reflects its surroundings while a native wood interior creates a warm atmosphere, aimed at fostering communal engagement and leisure activities within a multi-functional space.
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Charred Wood Pavilion Embracing Mycelium Interactions in Oregon Forest
Charred Wood Pavilion Embracing Mycelium Interactions in Oregon Forest
Abby Peterson, Nathan Korol, Will Page, Westin Hill
Constructed with charred wood and mycelium, this pavilion integrates seamlessly into the Oregon forest, offering visitors an interactive space that highlights ecological processes and sustainability.
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Geothermal Heating and Cross-Laminated Timber Integrate in a Community Hub
Geothermal Heating and Cross-Laminated Timber Integrate in a Community Hub
Yu-chi Lin
Utilizing geothermal heating and Cross-Laminated Timber, the facility creates a sustainable community hub in Iceland that seamlessly connects residents and visitors with the unique landscape of Lake Myvatn.
iceland community visitor center greenhouse sustainability geothermal natural volcano landscape
Charred Wooden Shingles and Elevated Structures for Sustainable Migrant Housing
Charred Wooden Shingles and Elevated Structures for Sustainable Migrant Housing
Ian Caine, Gabriel Díaz montemayor, Trent Tunks, Joe Valadez
Elevated structures constructed from charred wooden shingles and prefabricated panels integrate sustainable water management systems to create a resilient housing community for seasonal migrant farm workers.
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