Stone Architecture
Member work on stone as a structural and material medium in architecture, from masonry construction to stone-clad and rammed earth buildings.
Stone architecture spans load-bearing masonry, dressed stone cladding, and earth-based wall systems such as rammed earth, all of which rely on mass, thermal inertia, and the craft of cutting and laying stone. Designers working in this material consider quarry sourcing, joinery, weathering, and how a stone surface ages across decades.
Community work under this topic ranges from protective structures and sacred buildings to libraries, nurseries, and renovations, showing how stone and earth construction adapts to civic, residential, and cultural programs. The submissions also touch on the tension between traditional masonry knowledge and contemporary sustainability goals.
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Wood and Rammed Earth Nursery by Atelier Régis Roudil Architectes: Sustainable Childcare Design in Paris
Paris nursery blends rammed earth and wood, creating eco-conscious, heritage-sensitive childcare space with secure, nature-integrated, tranquil design.
Intermunicipal Library Alberto De Eccher dall’Eco by DAP Studio
Adaptive reuse library transforms historic winery into flexible cultural hub, blending preserved stone architecture with contemporary interiors for community learning.
SM House Renovation and Extension by ta plan design in Morbegno, Italy
SM House in Morbegno blends historic stone architecture with modern extension, using wood, plaster, and L-shaped design creating a protected courtyard.
ARK Neighborhood Facility by LKSA: A Serene Urban Sanctuary in Gangnam
ARK Neighborhood Facility by LKSA in Gangnam blends serene stone architecture, womb-like interiors, and subtle design, creating a tranquil urban sanctuary.
