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Zainab Riyaz & Shreya Kankaria

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Future Nest Living: A Honeycomb-inspired Futuristic Habitat

Zainab is a thoughtful and imaginative designer who approaches her projects with a gentle touch of creativity. She finds inspiration in the simple things, often drawing from everyday life to infuse her designs with warmth and familiarity. With a deep appreciation for the power of architecture to shape experiences, Zainab strives to create spaces that feel like home, where people can connect and find comfort.
Shreya is a dedicated architect who finds joy in crafting spaces that seamlessly blend functionality with aesthetics. With a meticulous eye for detail, she's always striving to create designs that not only look good but also serve their purpose effectively. Her passion for architecture fuels her creativity, and she's constantly exploring new ideas and techniques to enhance her work. Shreya's love for design extends beyond her professional life, as she often finds herself sketching new concepts in her free time, inspired by the world around her.

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Antonio Crosta

Design Title

Nomad - What Choice Will We Have?

Antonio Crosta, a 21-year-old from Naples, is currently in his third year of the architecture program at Federico II di Napoli. He gained practical experience through an internship at Mass Lab in Porto and furthered his studies with a month-long stay in London. Alongside his internship, he worked as an architecture tour guide for Open House in Naples and as an assistant social media manager at Upya. His interests include architecture essays, arts, sculpture, and cinema, and he maintains an active lifestyle through regular gym sessions. Antonio plans to complete his studies in another European city and then return to Naples to contribute to the enhancement of his city.

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Yeredny Matos & Hillary Ferrer

Design Title

The Nature Nest

Yeredny Matos is a fourth-year college student at Florida International University, currently pursuing a master's degree in architecture. She is passionate about integrating design and technology, whether organic or structural, into his projects. Continuously seeking to expand his knowledge and skills, he is always eager to learn something new.
Hillary Ferrer, originally from Maracaibo, Venezuela, is a fourth-year student at Florida International University, pursuing a master's degree in architecture. With a fervent passion for biomimicry, she meticulously combines elements of nature with architectural designs to create sustainable and harmonious spaces.

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Cemre Su Aydoğan

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Elysium

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Hu Jiaming & Qi Mingfeng

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WanderNest

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