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Bamboo and Acai Structures Complementing Bioclimatic Learning in the Pantanal

Author:
Julia Camilo Maciel
Bamboo and Acai Structures Complementing Bioclimatic Learning in the Pantanal

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Constructed using local acai fibers and bamboo, this educational facility integrates bioclimatic principles to enhance community engagement and environmental awareness in the Pantanal wetlands.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed with acai fibers and bamboo, emphasizing local materials.
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Designed with a bent A-frame structure to enhance natural ventilation.
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Integrates cross-ventilation strategies for optimal indoor climate control.
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Features outdoor learning areas directly connected to the local ecosystem.
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Promotes community involvement through adaptable modular spaces.

The Pantanal Environmental Education Center is an architectural project located in Corumbá, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil. This facility focuses on environmental education and community engagement concerning the Pantanal, the world's largest tropical wetlands. The design aims to promote ecological stewardship and awareness while offering versatile spaces for learning and interaction.

The center includes various functional areas, including classrooms, exhibition spaces, and community meeting rooms. These spaces are interconnected to facilitate both formal educational activities and informal gatherings. The building's unique structure features sweeping, curvilinear rooflines that reference traditional indigenous architecture, promoting a dialogue between contemporary design and local cultural heritage.

Sustainable design is a key aspect of this project. The Pantanal Environmental Education Center employs eco-friendly materials such as engineered wood, bamboo, and recycled fibers. The integration of solar panels and water management systems supports resource efficiency and reduces the center's ecological footprint. Natural ventilation and strategic placement of windows maximize light and airflow, contributing to a comfortable environment for visitors and students alike.

The architectural design subverts conventional educational facility concepts by emphasizing flexibility and adaptability. Modular spaces can be reconfigured based on the needs of different programs, enabling a diverse range of activities to take place simultaneously. Notably, the layout encourages interaction with the natural landscape, incorporating outdoor learning areas that facilitate hands-on experiences with local biodiversity.

Innovative bioclimatic strategies elevate the project's sustainability credentials. The design prioritizes local materials and construction techniques, thus minimizing transportation emissions and supporting regional economies. The center is not merely a building but an educational tool that embodies its mission of environmental conservation.

The Pantanal Environmental Education Center serves as an important resource for the community, fostering a culture of environmental awareness and dedication to the preservation of the fragile Pantanal ecosystem. Its architectural execution emphasizes both function and form while remaining closely tied to ecological and cultural principles.

To explore more about this project, including architectural plans, architectural sections, and architectural designs, consider reviewing the complete presentation for an in-depth understanding of its innovative approaches and design philosophy.

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge invites architects and designers to create iconic public sculptures for one of two sites in Saudi Arabia: Abu Hadriyah Road or the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar. Proposals should reflect Saudi identity, culture, and future aspirations.

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The Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge is an international architecture and design competition inviting creatives to shape the future of Saudi Arabia’s public spaces. With a total prize fund of €50,000, the competition calls for sculptural proposals that merge cultural symbolism with innovative design, offering participants a chance to see their concepts brought to life in a rapidly transforming national context.

Organised by Buildner in partnership with the Mujassam Watan Initiative, the challenge focuses on two prominent locations: Abu Hadriyah Road, a major highway and gateway into the Eastern Province, and the Tharwa Sea Front in Al-Khobar, a pedestrian-focused waterfront district. Designers must select one site and develop a sculpture that engages with its surroundings—whether addressing the fast-paced dynamism of a transit corridor or creating moments of interaction along a coastal promenade.

Proposals should be bold, site-specific, and rooted in narrative—drawing on themes such as heritage, national identity, transformation, and dialogue. Environmental responsiveness, material durability, and feasibility are strongly encouraged, as winning projects may be selected for actual construction.

Each submission must include four A2 landscape presentation boards, a cover image, and a written project description. The competition is open to professionals and students alike, working individually or in teams of up to four people. No professional license is required.

Registration is open until July 24, 2025, with final submissions due by August 27, 2025. Winners will be announced on October 1, 2025.

Mujassam Watan Urban Sculpture Challenge

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Final registration deadline 24 July 2025

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