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Drift: Modular Architecture for Literary Encounters

Authors:
Rukhsar Zahid, Wanchi Wong, Humaira Keshtmand, Jadene Aguilar
Drift: Modular Architecture for Literary Encounters

Project in-detail

Conceived as a lightweight, modular reading room, the project offers a serene and accessible environment that encourages literary exploration while fostering meaningful interactions with the natural and built surroundings. By bridging functionality with environmental sensitivity, Drift reimagines how public architecture can support cultural enrichment in everyday settings.
5 key facts about this project
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Constructed entirely from bamboo, promoting sustainability and rapid growth.
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Features a modular design, allowing for easy relocation and adaptability in various settings.
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Incorporates a clear acrylic roof, maximizing natural light while connecting users with the environment.
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Includes an integrated bicycle storage solution to encourage sustainable transportation methods.
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Offers a designated book exchange box, fostering community interaction and shared literacy resources.

<p>The project Drift is designed as a portable reading space that merges functionality with an emphasis on environmental interaction. Drift is conceived to provide urban dwellers a serene setting for reading while promoting community engagement in public spaces. The structure's modularity allows for versatile deployment across various urban environments, making it a practical solution for enhancing urban literacy and leisure. </p><p>The design utilizes a combination of bamboo and clear acrylic panels, creating an inviting and transparent space that fosters a strong connection to nature. The reading room is designed to be lightweight, facilitating easy transport and assembly in diverse locations such as parks and waterfronts. Its aesthetic incorporates organic shapes that resonate with the natural landscape, thereby enhancing user experience and encouraging outdoor activity.</p><p>One of the notable aspects of Drift is its commitment to sustainability. The use of bamboo, known for its rapid growth and minimal environmental impact, underscores the project’s ecological sensitivity. The clear acrylic roof ensures ample natural light, reducing the need for artificial lighting and creating a bright reading environment. Modular components, including bicycle storage and a book exchange box, emphasize functionality that caters to community needs while encouraging resource sharing among users. </p><p>Overall, the design of Drift embodies a thoughtful integration of architectural principles with user-centric functionality. Its modular nature, sustainable materials, and community-oriented features position it as a valuable addition to urban environments seeking to enhance public engagement through architecture. </p>

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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

Design iconic urban sculptures for the prestigious Mujassam Watan competition and compete for 50,000 €

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Prize 50,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025

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