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Skylights in Tropical Architecture: 20 Homes That Redefine Natural Lighting

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© Monika Sathe Photography From subtle light beams to wide openings, skylights transform natural light into a powerful architectural tool , creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow that adds movement and vitality to buildings. Soul Garden House / Spacefiction Studio.

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Green Therapy: How Does Nature Contribute to Healing Hospitalized Patients?

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© Sjavit Maestro Connection with nature has become increasingly important in architectural theory and practice in recent years, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic , which emphasized the role of natural environments in healing. Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen / Vilhelm Lauritzen Architects + Mikkelsen Architects + STED.

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Discovering Remote Retreats: 20 Projects Showcasing the Appeal of Nature-Set Accommodations

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That’s why the most popular options involve escaping to natural settings such as remote forests, tropical jungles, or pristine beaches when choosing places to take a break from daily responsibilities and routines. Read more »

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Infrastructure and Landscape: 12 Projects Redefining Natural Environments in Spain

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Tourism has played a key role in this process, focusing on creating spaces that maximize the enjoyment of the natural environment and integrating local landscapes into urbanized areas.

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Architecture for Glamping: Embracing Nature with Comfort

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© Kyungsub Shin Camping , as defined in dictionaries, involves temporarily staying outdoors, setting up makeshift accommodations, and settling in natural surroundings. SJCC Glamping Resort / Atelier Chang.

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Wellness Spaces on Water: 6 Projects in Dialogue with Nature

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Image © Marte Garmann How does floating architecture relate to nature? How are wellness spaces connected to natural environments ? Hotspot Sauna / Oslo Works. Living in spaces around water continues to be one of the greatest interests and attractions for a large portion of the global population. Read more »

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The Nature Education Center of Tangjiahe / CLAB Architects

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© Lang Xu architects: CLAB Location: Tangjiahe National Nature Reserve, Sichuan Province, China Project Year: 2023 Photographs: Lang Xu Photographs: Arch-Exist Photography Area: 1350.0 m2 Read more »

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