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No Trees Were Harmed In the Making Of This Art Studio Addition

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Constrained by the neighborhood’s strict zoning rules and the unique site’s environmental sensitivities, Worrell Yeung delicately inserted the structure within the smallest footprint possible, and without removing any existing trees, minimizing the impact on the pristine landscape. Post it here.

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This Cocoon-Like Cabin in England Has a Prefab Shell

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With a focus on sustainability and simplicity, this cabin is a clear reflection of Peter’s approach to rural architecture—balancing modern methods with a strong connection to the natural environment. The cabin’s standout feature is its monocoque timber structure, which allows the building to be lightweight while still strong.

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Berliner Architects Design Unique Learning Environment for All Grades at Magnolia Science Academy

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Interior glazing creates an open learning environment and alcoves provide areas for display and informal collaboration. Creating a high-quality learning environment for 750 students in grades K-12 on a 2.1-acre The school was designed to be a safe, innovative learning environment for underprivileged students of Orange County.

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LOHA uses "rhythmic massing" for dual-use building in Los Angeles

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The building features a rooftop swimming pool Designed to "elevate the urban environment", the building's massing was influenced by the area's hilly topography. There are also two underground parking levels.

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Concrete columns frame Bury Gate Farm house by Sandy Rendel Architects

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The home is built from brick and concrete "The South Downs National Park requires a landscape-led approach that respects local character," Sandy Rendel Architects founder Sandy Rendel told Dezeen. Externally, the home is defined by a palette of brick and rammed and precast concrete. The photography is by Ståle Eriksen.

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Ecology centre in coastal Maine is "model of holistic sustainability"

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Susan T Rodriguez Architecture & Design designed the building in Maine Founded in 1969, COA is a small private college dedicated to exploring the relationships between humans and their environments. Situated on a promontory overlooking Frenchman Bay, the centre is positioned to block harsh ocean winds while framing a new campus landscape.

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A Colorful Mural Makes a Large Impact on This Tiny Coastal Retreat

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The small footprint also means that there is minimal impact on the site and the environment as a whole. With the small footprint, we were able to strip away the unnecessary elements of a typical house (i.e. The space does not feel ‘small’ or tight, however.