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Architecture in the Forest refers to the design and construction of structures that are integrated harmoniously with the natural forest environment. These buildings are often created with sustainability and eco-friendliness in mind, using materials and design techniques that minimize the impact on the surrounding ecosystem. The goal is to blend architecture seamlessly with the forest landscape, enhancing the beauty of the natural setting while providing functional spaces for various purposes.
Studio House is a compact two-level residence in Uvit, Costa Rica, that treats the site’s dual-sloped topography as the primary generator. A rammed earth and concrete assembly houses an upstairs…
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Set within a pine forest near Saint Petersburg, the Two-Story Timber Frame House by Delo organizes a 185 m² domestic program into a compact ensemble of gabled volumes. The composition…
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Located in the dense jungle of Tulum, Hacienda Wabi by RA! explores architecture as both ruin and landscape. Developed by Namus and completed in 2023, the project reimagines residential life…
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Located on the threshold between open terrain and dense woodland in the Minsk region of Belarus, Splitting House by ZROBIM architects reconsiders the relationship between domestic architecture and the natural…
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Tucked at the forested edge of the village of Banka, Slovakia, the Banánka House by Paulíny Hovorka Architects presents a compelling case for contemporary domestic architecture that merges tectonic clarity…
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Tucked away in a secluded valley two hours from Shanghai, Anadu Pine Villa is not simply a boutique retreat but a spatial manifesto on restraint, sensory immersion, and landscape choreography….
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Amid the lush tropical landscape of Quintana Roo, just inland from the celebrated beaches of Tulum, Selvadentro introduces an alternative approach to development: one that seeks not to impose upon…
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Designed in 1940 and completed in 1941, Chamberlain Cottage represents a critical moment in Marcel Breuer and Walter Gropius’s adaptation of European modernism to the American landscape. Commissioned by Harvard…
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Located in Rio de Janeiro, Itaúna House presents an example of architectural renewal. The project involved the renovation and expansion of Casa Baldo, an original Oscar Niemeyer design, exploring the…
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Located in the lush tropical forest of Guarujá, Brazil, the Canopy House by Studio MK27 exemplifies a balance between modern architecture and the natural environment. Designed meticulously to minimize disturbance…
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Rem Koolhaas, a figure synonymous with theoretical audacity and urban provocations, ventured into residential architecture with his Dutch House project (1992-1994). While less renowned than his urban-focused projects, this house…
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Located in the remote Swiss Alps, The Therme Vals by Peter Zumthor is a poetic exploration of the relationship between architecture, nature, and the human senses. Completed in 1996, Zumthor’s…
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In the picturesque landscape of Valle de Bravo, Estado de México, the architectural firm PPAA has realized a visionary project named Copas. This remarkable residence embodies a profound respect for…
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In 2022, Weber Arquitectos completed the Tiny House in Valle de Bravo, a compact yet sophisticated rest house designed to maximize both space and aesthetic appeal. Conceived with a tight…
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