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The SKYHIVE Skyscraper Challenge 2022 results are in

Archinect

Participants were invited to interpret the competition’s design brief as creatively as they saw fit and were selected for their designs’ response to the chosen site and aesthetic consistency with its existing skyline.

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Gabion Walls Made of Volcanic Rock Flank a Flat-Roofed Farmhouse in Australia

Dwell

The homeowners created the structures using stones collected on-site to connect their rural residence to the land. Houses We Love: Every day we feature a remarkable space submitted by our community of architects, designers, builders, and homeowners. The final design touches each of those questions in a subtle and restrained way.

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The Orb by Triple O Studio

Archinect

It had no design brief; no space requirements; no specific site, no budget. The first step in the design process was to anchor the idea to a specific, immutable location in the master plan; in a manner that its position could never be undermined; nor it’s status ever be reduced. It’s concept was simple.

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Line+ Studio sits curvaceous viewpoint overlooking Shenzhen

Deezen

The centre by Line+ Studio sits atop a mountain in Shenzhen "The unique site of the station sets the stage for a truly unique atmosphere in the design," the studio said. Construction drawing collaboration: China Railway Urban Planning and Construction Co.

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Taliesyn draws on vernacular architecture for earth-toned Cabin House

Deezen

Rough textures and vernacular elements define this weekend home , which Indian studio Taliesyn has added to a streetside site in Bangalore. Named The Cabin House, the home was informed by the vernacular architecture of South Bangalore's Jayanagar neighbourhood and was designed to maximise the site's connection to nature.

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Importing the French snow scene into Bangkok

Habitus Living

The design brief for Snow House was simple: to design a home that honours the French snow scene and comprises sustainable elements, to maximise the restoration of natural features. Additional design features include the folding perforated aluminium panels introduced for natural wind convection.

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Freshwater House is a product of its environment

Habitus Living

It was imperative in the design brief that the main living areas had to complement the views of the garden and pool while provoking a sense of homeyness and honouring the surrounding environment. The material palette chosen for Freshwater House is a homage to the site itself.