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A Coffee Kiosk Enhancing Aroma and Sensory Engagement

Authors:
Axel Gerlero, Catalina Sonzini Astudillo, Paula De Simone
A Coffee Kiosk Enhancing Aroma and Sensory Engagement
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The study examines a small-scale kiosk in Bergen, Norway, designed to integrate environmental considerations with everyday user experience. It explores how functional form, material selection, and spatial organization can respond to local climate conditions while supporting sensory engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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Roof resembles a cup lid for rainwater collection.
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Ventilation system helps melt snow in winter.
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Aroma of coffee enhances sensory experience outdoors.
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Materials include glazed glass and wood for durability.
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Design supports service efficiency in a compact structure.

Memoir is a conceptual study set in a scenic area of Bergen, Norway, exploring how a small-scale kiosk can combine environmental responsiveness with user experience. The design draws inspiration from the form of a coffee cup, with spatial and functional elements organized to support both service efficiency and sensory engagement. The proposal addresses local climatic conditions while creating a compact, visually recognizable structure.

Concept and Sustainability
The roof is shaped to resemble a cup lid and simultaneously functions as a rainwater collection tank, integrating sustainable water management into the design. An efficient ventilation system channels warm interior air through grilles, helping to melt snow and maintain usability during colder months. These strategies allow the kiosk to operate effectively throughout the year while minimizing reliance on external resources.

Sensory Engagement and Materiality
Ventilation openings are positioned to disperse the aroma of brewed coffee into the surrounding environment, enhancing the sensory experience for visitors. Construction materials include glazed glass and wood, selected for their durability, visual quality, and connection to the natural setting. Glass permits natural light and panoramic views, while wood introduces warmth and texture.

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The Vancouver Tall Challenge: Building Higher Downtown is an international architecture competition organized by Buildner in collaboration with the City of Vancouver and the University of British Columbia’s School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture (SALA). The competition invites architects, designers, planners, and creative thinkers to explore innovative approaches to tall buildings in Vancouver’s downtown core, focusing on sustainability, livability, urban density, public space, and the city’s strong connection to nature. As Vancouver continues to grow, participants are challenged to rethink how vertical development can enhance urban life and contribute to a more vibrant, inclusive, and resilient city identity.

The competition offers a total prize fund of $15,000 CAD, with winning proposals selected by an international jury of architects, planners, academics, and city-building professionals. Key dates include the final registration deadline on October 29, 2026, submission deadline on November 30, 2026, and winners announcement on January 26, 2027. Full competition details, requirements, and registration information are available at architecturecompetitions.com/VancouverTallChallenge

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