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Homeland world
In Taiwan's rural areas closely intertwined with the land, a naturally pure way of life has been cultivated, making daily life diligent and warm without haste.
However, faced with the rapidly changing demands of generations and the development of urban civilization, the countryside has gradually become the opposite of the city. In response to the natural development of life and the environment, it constantly absorbs disturbances from urban civilization, deviates from interference and demands, and causes the countryside to fall into a stagnant cycle.
The foundation of the countryside is seen as a breathing space for urban civilization, thus labeled as a salvation land. In reality, local residents have long closed their doors and windows, thereby closing the interesting alleyways that once flowed into the city.
Only the fields and structures left on the land record the traces of past lives. Therefore, I will use the countryside as the subject to unlock closed pathways, excavate the presentation of rural life, experience life from childhood to adulthood, ride on unfamiliar development contexts, reconnect communities, gather local consciousness, and regain the vitality and spirit of innovation.
The foundation of the countryside is seen as a breathing space for urban civilization, thus labeled as a salvation land. In reality, local residents have long closed their doors and windows, thereby closing the interesting alleyways that once flowed into the city.
Only the fields and structures left on the land record the traces of past lives.
Therefore, I will use the countryside as the subject to unlock closed pathways, excavate the presentation of rural life, experience life from childhood to adulthood, ride on unfamiliar development contexts, reconnect communities, gather local conscious.
Designer: Hsinya Tsai
Instructor: Chieh An Yang
Institution: Chaoyang University of Technology
However, faced with the rapidly changing demands of generations and the development of urban civilization, the countryside has gradually become the opposite of the city. In response to the natural development of life and the environment, it constantly absorbs disturbances from urban civilization, deviates from interference and demands, and causes the countryside to fall into a stagnant cycle.
The foundation of the countryside is seen as a breathing space for urban civilization, thus labeled as a salvation land. In reality, local residents have long closed their doors and windows, thereby closing the interesting alleyways that once flowed into the city.
Only the fields and structures left on the land record the traces of past lives. Therefore, I will use the countryside as the subject to unlock closed pathways, excavate the presentation of rural life, experience life from childhood to adulthood, ride on unfamiliar development contexts, reconnect communities, gather local consciousness, and regain the vitality and spirit of innovation.
The foundation of the countryside is seen as a breathing space for urban civilization, thus labeled as a salvation land. In reality, local residents have long closed their doors and windows, thereby closing the interesting alleyways that once flowed into the city.
Only the fields and structures left on the land record the traces of past lives.
Therefore, I will use the countryside as the subject to unlock closed pathways, excavate the presentation of rural life, experience life from childhood to adulthood, ride on unfamiliar development contexts, reconnect communities, gather local conscious.
Designer: Hsinya Tsai
Instructor: Chieh An Yang
Institution: Chaoyang University of Technology
The Light Inside: Net-zero Cabins in Aosta Valley, Italy.
Amidst the whispers of the Aosta Valley, where the italian Alps cradle tales of old, a symphony of innovation and preservation unfolds. Every inch of space has been meticulously designed to maximize utility and comfort.
The space creates a sanctuary that harmonizes with the environment while offering modern comforts. The lightning within is powered by the sun, illuminating the space with a warm, eco-friendly glow.
Rich wood and an elegant travertine adorn the interior space, infusing the microhome with a sense of natural luxury, offering respite and harmony amidst the Alpine landscape.
A parabolic catenary roof stretches slightly above, shaping both interior and exterior. In this marriege of form and function the cabins becomes an extention of the land.
Large windows frame breathtaking views of the mountains, inviting the beauty of the outdoors inside. As the seasons change, the space adapts, providing warmth in the winter and coolness in the summer through innovative insulation.
The exterior scene seamlessly integrates with the natural surroundings, using sustainable materials that mirror the colors, movements and textures of the landscape that surrounds the project. This microhome is not merely a dwelling but an experience, a testament to the possibility of living harmoniously with nature without sacrificing the conveniences of contemporary life.
Overall Design
Location: Aosta Valley, nestled in the Italian Alps.
Concept: Integration of innovation and preservation, creating a sanctuary that harmonizes with the natural environment while offering modern comforts.
Materials and Interior Design
Interior Finishes: Rich wood and elegant travertine, providing a natural luxury feel and contributing to the harmony of the space.
Lighting: Solar-powered, eco-friendly illumination that enhances the space with a warm glow.
Structural Elements
Roof Design: Parabolic catenary roof that stretches slightly above, combining form and function. This design choice helps the microhome blend seamlessly with the landscape.
Windows: Large windows designed to frame panoramic mountain views, allowing the beauty of the outdoors to be incorporated into the living space.
Climate Adaptation
Insulation: Innovative insulation solutions that ensure comfort throughout the year, providing warmth during winter and coolness in summer.
Sustainable Integration
Exterior Materials: Use of sustainable materials that reflect the colors, movements, and textures of the surrounding landscape.
Design Philosophy: The microhome’s exterior seamlessly integrates with its environment, emphasizing a minimal environmental footprint.
Functional Aspects
Space Utilization: Meticulous design to maximize utility and comfort in a compact footprint, aligning with the principles of modern, sustainable living.
Student: Luan Fontes.
Instructor: Mariela Salgado.
The space creates a sanctuary that harmonizes with the environment while offering modern comforts. The lightning within is powered by the sun, illuminating the space with a warm, eco-friendly glow.
Rich wood and an elegant travertine adorn the interior space, infusing the microhome with a sense of natural luxury, offering respite and harmony amidst the Alpine landscape.
A parabolic catenary roof stretches slightly above, shaping both interior and exterior. In this marriege of form and function the cabins becomes an extention of the land.
Large windows frame breathtaking views of the mountains, inviting the beauty of the outdoors inside. As the seasons change, the space adapts, providing warmth in the winter and coolness in the summer through innovative insulation.
The exterior scene seamlessly integrates with the natural surroundings, using sustainable materials that mirror the colors, movements and textures of the landscape that surrounds the project. This microhome is not merely a dwelling but an experience, a testament to the possibility of living harmoniously with nature without sacrificing the conveniences of contemporary life.
Overall Design
Location: Aosta Valley, nestled in the Italian Alps.
Concept: Integration of innovation and preservation, creating a sanctuary that harmonizes with the natural environment while offering modern comforts.
Materials and Interior Design
Interior Finishes: Rich wood and elegant travertine, providing a natural luxury feel and contributing to the harmony of the space.
Lighting: Solar-powered, eco-friendly illumination that enhances the space with a warm glow.
Structural Elements
Roof Design: Parabolic catenary roof that stretches slightly above, combining form and function. This design choice helps the microhome blend seamlessly with the landscape.
Windows: Large windows designed to frame panoramic mountain views, allowing the beauty of the outdoors to be incorporated into the living space.
Climate Adaptation
Insulation: Innovative insulation solutions that ensure comfort throughout the year, providing warmth during winter and coolness in summer.
Sustainable Integration
Exterior Materials: Use of sustainable materials that reflect the colors, movements, and textures of the surrounding landscape.
Design Philosophy: The microhome’s exterior seamlessly integrates with its environment, emphasizing a minimal environmental footprint.
Functional Aspects
Space Utilization: Meticulous design to maximize utility and comfort in a compact footprint, aligning with the principles of modern, sustainable living.
Student: Luan Fontes.
Instructor: Mariela Salgado.
The Red Sea Pearl: Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium
Introduction
Beneath the surface of the world’s oceans lies an extraordinary realm of life, a mysterious world that compels us to explore, understand, and protect it. The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium emerges as an architectural embodiment of this wonder, offering an immersive journey into the marine world. It is not merely a structure—it is a bridge between human curiosity and the ocean’s enigmatic beauty. Through the seamless integration of architecture, technology, and nature, this facility creates an awe-inspiring, enlightening experience that deepens our connection to the sea.
Vision 2030: A Commitment to Sustainability
Rooted in the principles of Vision 2030, this project reflects a global commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Vision 2030 emphasizes progress that harmonizes human development with nature, and this facility exemplifies that vision by seamlessly blending sustainable practices with unparalleled educational and recreational opportunities.
The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is designed to inspire environmental responsibility, encouraging visitors to engage with and protect the vital marine ecosystems that sustain life on Earth. It is a beacon of innovation, demonstrating that development can coexist with conservation, embodying the ethos of Vision 2030 for a greener, more sustainable future.
Location
Strategically positioned in King Abdullah Economic City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the project capitalizes on its proximity to the Red Sea. The nearby water channel becomes an integral element of the design, serving as a natural cooling system and offering direct access to the rich marine ecosystems of the Red Sea. This location enriches the visitor experience and strengthens the project’s connection to its natural surroundings.
Conceptual Approach
Inspired by the grace of marine life, particularly the majestic movements of whales, the design captures the fluidity and balance of the ocean. The sweeping curves and dynamic lines of the structure emulate the motion of ocean currents, while the architecture reflects the harmony of strength and elegance found in marine creatures. Every element of the design is imbued with the rhythm and beauty of the sea, creating a structure that is both iconic and harmonious.
Architectural Design and Visitor Experience
The design immerses visitors in an oceanic atmosphere, beginning with a shimmering facade that mirrors sunlight filtering through water. The building’s exterior features reflective and translucent materials that interact with light, creating a living surface that changes with time and weather. Inside, visitors are enveloped in soft, undulating forms, with natural light filtering through strategically placed skylights, mimicking the dappled effect of sunlight underwater.
The heart of the experience is the Underwater Visitor Journey, which takes guests into a vibrant world of marine ecosystems. Highlights include the Dolphin Show Arena, a submerged amphitheater with unobstructed views of the aquatic performances, and the Virtual Reality Hall of Whales, where cutting-edge VR technology allows visitors to swim alongside whales, experiencing the ocean from their perspective. These spaces provide a powerful blend of education, entertainment, and inspiration, fostering a deep connection to marine life.
Circulation and Flow
The facility’s layout ensures a seamless visitor experience, guiding guests through thematic zones dedicated to marine conservation and exploration. The circulation strategy reflects the natural flow of water, with gentle ramps, wide pathways, and interconnected spaces that encourage continuous exploration. The journey begins and ends in the central atrium, a dynamic space that serves as the building’s heart, connecting all zones and facilitating accessibility for all visitors.
Sustainability and Environmental Strategies
The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is a model of sustainable architecture, integrating green technologies and innovative design strategies to minimize its environmental impact:
- Double-Skin Facade: Acts as a thermal buffer, enhancing energy efficiency by reducing heat gain and loss.
- Rainwater Harvesting and Recycling: Collects and repurposes water for irrigation, tank refills, and facility use.
- Natural Ventilation and Evaporative Cooling: Reduces energy consumption while maintaining a comfortable indoor climate.
- Skylights with Advanced Glazing: Maximizes natural light while filtering harmful UV rays, reducing the need for artificial lighting.
- Organic Waste Management: Converts waste into compost for vertical gardens, which improve air quality and provides fresh produce.
- Green Landscaping: Features native plants that support biodiversity and reduce irrigation needs while mitigating the urban heat island effect.
Marine Conservation and Research
The project goes beyond its role as a public attraction to become a center for marine research and conservation. State-of-the-art labs and programs focus on the preservation of marine ecosystems, working in collaboration with environmental organizations and government agencies. Transparent research spaces invite visitors to observe scientists at work, creating an educational dialogue that fosters awareness and responsibility.
Conclusion
The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is more than an architectural masterpiece—it is a transformative space that celebrates the beauty and importance of marine life. By blending innovative design with sustainability and education, the project not only inspires awe but also encourages a global commitment to preserving our oceans. Positioned at the crossroads of nature and progress, it exemplifies the principles of Vision 2030 and stands as a testament to the power of architecture to shape a sustainable future.
The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is a visionary architectural achievement that combines cutting-edge design with sustainable innovation. The facility features a resilient space frame structure, enabling adaptable and reconfigurable spaces to accommodate evolving exhibit requirements and educational programs. At its core, a centralized hub equipped with a crane and freight elevator streamlines the movement of exhibits and components, ensuring efficient operations and flexibility over time.
The exterior showcases an advanced double-skin facade, providing superior thermal insulation and energy efficiency. Integrated solar panels generate renewable energy, allowing the facility to achieve near self-sufficiency. A rainwater harvesting system at the roof level collects, filters, and repurposes water for irrigation, tank refills, and other utilities. Organic waste management is seamlessly integrated into the design, transforming waste into nutrient-rich compost for vertical gardens that thrive within the facility. These gardens produce fresh produce and enhance indoor air quality, creating a healthier environment for visitors and staff.
Logistical spaces for storage, maintenance, and operational support are strategically incorporated to ensure the long-term functionality of the center. The design exemplifies resilience and adaptability, reflecting an unwavering commitment to sustainability. The center minimizes its environmental footprint by integrating renewable systems, water recycling, and waste repurposing while promoting marine conservation and education.
Beyond its functionality, the center's aesthetic embraces organic forms and natural materials, harmonizing seamlessly with its urban surroundings. The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is an architectural landmark and a transformative space fostering a deeper connection to the marine world. It serves as a beacon for sustainable design, embodying the principles of environmental stewardship while advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals.
Student: Tariq Midher
Instructor: Dr.Marwa Abouhassan
Beneath the surface of the world’s oceans lies an extraordinary realm of life, a mysterious world that compels us to explore, understand, and protect it. The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium emerges as an architectural embodiment of this wonder, offering an immersive journey into the marine world. It is not merely a structure—it is a bridge between human curiosity and the ocean’s enigmatic beauty. Through the seamless integration of architecture, technology, and nature, this facility creates an awe-inspiring, enlightening experience that deepens our connection to the sea.
Vision 2030: A Commitment to Sustainability
Rooted in the principles of Vision 2030, this project reflects a global commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Vision 2030 emphasizes progress that harmonizes human development with nature, and this facility exemplifies that vision by seamlessly blending sustainable practices with unparalleled educational and recreational opportunities.
The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is designed to inspire environmental responsibility, encouraging visitors to engage with and protect the vital marine ecosystems that sustain life on Earth. It is a beacon of innovation, demonstrating that development can coexist with conservation, embodying the ethos of Vision 2030 for a greener, more sustainable future.
Location
Strategically positioned in King Abdullah Economic City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the project capitalizes on its proximity to the Red Sea. The nearby water channel becomes an integral element of the design, serving as a natural cooling system and offering direct access to the rich marine ecosystems of the Red Sea. This location enriches the visitor experience and strengthens the project’s connection to its natural surroundings.
Conceptual Approach
Inspired by the grace of marine life, particularly the majestic movements of whales, the design captures the fluidity and balance of the ocean. The sweeping curves and dynamic lines of the structure emulate the motion of ocean currents, while the architecture reflects the harmony of strength and elegance found in marine creatures. Every element of the design is imbued with the rhythm and beauty of the sea, creating a structure that is both iconic and harmonious.
Architectural Design and Visitor Experience
The design immerses visitors in an oceanic atmosphere, beginning with a shimmering facade that mirrors sunlight filtering through water. The building’s exterior features reflective and translucent materials that interact with light, creating a living surface that changes with time and weather. Inside, visitors are enveloped in soft, undulating forms, with natural light filtering through strategically placed skylights, mimicking the dappled effect of sunlight underwater.
The heart of the experience is the Underwater Visitor Journey, which takes guests into a vibrant world of marine ecosystems. Highlights include the Dolphin Show Arena, a submerged amphitheater with unobstructed views of the aquatic performances, and the Virtual Reality Hall of Whales, where cutting-edge VR technology allows visitors to swim alongside whales, experiencing the ocean from their perspective. These spaces provide a powerful blend of education, entertainment, and inspiration, fostering a deep connection to marine life.
Circulation and Flow
The facility’s layout ensures a seamless visitor experience, guiding guests through thematic zones dedicated to marine conservation and exploration. The circulation strategy reflects the natural flow of water, with gentle ramps, wide pathways, and interconnected spaces that encourage continuous exploration. The journey begins and ends in the central atrium, a dynamic space that serves as the building’s heart, connecting all zones and facilitating accessibility for all visitors.
Sustainability and Environmental Strategies
The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is a model of sustainable architecture, integrating green technologies and innovative design strategies to minimize its environmental impact:
- Double-Skin Facade: Acts as a thermal buffer, enhancing energy efficiency by reducing heat gain and loss.
- Rainwater Harvesting and Recycling: Collects and repurposes water for irrigation, tank refills, and facility use.
- Natural Ventilation and Evaporative Cooling: Reduces energy consumption while maintaining a comfortable indoor climate.
- Skylights with Advanced Glazing: Maximizes natural light while filtering harmful UV rays, reducing the need for artificial lighting.
- Organic Waste Management: Converts waste into compost for vertical gardens, which improve air quality and provides fresh produce.
- Green Landscaping: Features native plants that support biodiversity and reduce irrigation needs while mitigating the urban heat island effect.
Marine Conservation and Research
The project goes beyond its role as a public attraction to become a center for marine research and conservation. State-of-the-art labs and programs focus on the preservation of marine ecosystems, working in collaboration with environmental organizations and government agencies. Transparent research spaces invite visitors to observe scientists at work, creating an educational dialogue that fosters awareness and responsibility.
Conclusion
The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is more than an architectural masterpiece—it is a transformative space that celebrates the beauty and importance of marine life. By blending innovative design with sustainability and education, the project not only inspires awe but also encourages a global commitment to preserving our oceans. Positioned at the crossroads of nature and progress, it exemplifies the principles of Vision 2030 and stands as a testament to the power of architecture to shape a sustainable future.
The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is a visionary architectural achievement that combines cutting-edge design with sustainable innovation. The facility features a resilient space frame structure, enabling adaptable and reconfigurable spaces to accommodate evolving exhibit requirements and educational programs. At its core, a centralized hub equipped with a crane and freight elevator streamlines the movement of exhibits and components, ensuring efficient operations and flexibility over time.
The exterior showcases an advanced double-skin facade, providing superior thermal insulation and energy efficiency. Integrated solar panels generate renewable energy, allowing the facility to achieve near self-sufficiency. A rainwater harvesting system at the roof level collects, filters, and repurposes water for irrigation, tank refills, and other utilities. Organic waste management is seamlessly integrated into the design, transforming waste into nutrient-rich compost for vertical gardens that thrive within the facility. These gardens produce fresh produce and enhance indoor air quality, creating a healthier environment for visitors and staff.
Logistical spaces for storage, maintenance, and operational support are strategically incorporated to ensure the long-term functionality of the center. The design exemplifies resilience and adaptability, reflecting an unwavering commitment to sustainability. The center minimizes its environmental footprint by integrating renewable systems, water recycling, and waste repurposing while promoting marine conservation and education.
Beyond its functionality, the center's aesthetic embraces organic forms and natural materials, harmonizing seamlessly with its urban surroundings. The Marine Life Research Center and Aquarium is an architectural landmark and a transformative space fostering a deeper connection to the marine world. It serves as a beacon for sustainable design, embodying the principles of environmental stewardship while advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals.
Student: Tariq Midher
Instructor: Dr.Marwa Abouhassan