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- A prefab chapels sculptural form amplifies the landscape in Uruguay Tue, 24 Jul 18, 2:30amPerched on a hilltop in a bucolic rural landscape in Uruguay, the Sacromonte Chapel is a minimalist, prefabricated structure designed to coexist with nature in harmony...
- A prefab chapels sculptural form amplifies the Spanish landscape Tue, 24 Jul 18, 2:30amPerched on a hilltop in a bucolic rural landscape in southern Spain, the Sacromonte Chapel is a minimalist, prefabricated structure designed to coexist with nature in harmony...
- MAPAs prefab house can be installed and disassembled with minimal environmental harm Mon, 8 Aug 16, 11:00pmThe Retreat in Finca Aguy was prefabricated offsite in a factory near Montevideo in a process that minimizes construction waste and saves on costs. The compact structure comprises two identical blocky modules, each measuring...
- MAPA’s Modern Andes Retreat Saves Energy by Drawing on Local Building Techniques Sat, 26 Apr 14, 5:30amMAPA's MR House is perched on steep terrain at El Buchén, on the Chilean side of the Andes Mountains. It was constructed from steel, local timber, and salvaged wood and glass in a forest clearing. The architects took care...
- Wisdom Plaza is a Greenery Filled Eco Office in Shenzhen Thu, 13 Oct 11, 6:40amWisdom Plaza is a shimmering office estate in Shenzhen that consists of 4 “block” volumes linked by a lush garden. Designed by MAPA, the unique-looking built complex allows for maximum flexibility in layout amid...