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Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Gardens in Sustainable Senior Housing

Author:
Cilia Tovar
Charred Wooden Shingles and Vertical Gardens in Sustainable Senior Housing

Project in-detail

Utilizing charred wooden shingles and expansive vertical gardens, the design promotes sustainability while providing a cohesive living environment tailored for seniors.
5 key facts about this project
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Uses charred wooden shingles for enhanced weather resistance and aesthetic appeal.
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Features vertical gardens that promote resident engagement with nature.
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Incorporates cross-laminated timber panels for structural efficiency and sustainability.
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Includes adaptable living units designed for changing resident needs over time.
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Utilizes a bent A-frame design to optimize natural light and spatial dynamics.

The architectural project focuses on creating a cohesive living environment for seniors, addressing both their housing needs and promoting social integration. The design prioritizes the balance between individual privacy and communal spaces, creating an inviting atmosphere for residents while maintaining accessibility to surrounding amenities. The layout emphasizes efficient use of space and thoughtful engagement with the site context.

Unique Community-focused Design

The project features an array of communal areas, including lounges, gardens, and activity rooms that foster social interaction among residents. By integrating outdoor spaces with vertical gardens, the design encourages nature interaction and provides residents with opportunities for gardening and outdoor activities. This approach helps mitigate feelings of isolation and encourages community participation, creating a vibrant living experience.

Adaptive Living Spaces

Each living unit is designed to be flexible, allowing for the alteration of internal configurations to accommodate changing needs over time. Options such as sliding partitions and adjustable kitchen layouts ensure that residents can modify their spaces based on personal circumstances. This adaptability extends the usability of the units, offering practical living solutions for individuals as they transition through various stages of life.

The architectural integrity of this project lies in its commitment to sustainability and thoughtful material selection. The use of timber frame construction not only enhances aesthetic appeal but also reduces the overall carbon footprint of the building. Complementing this, masonry and stone provide durability and structural stability, while extensive glass facades maximize natural light within the spaces.

This project represents a step forward in senior living architecture, merging environmental responsibility with community-oriented design. The thoughtful planning and execution of this project demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the needs of seniors, ensuring that the architecture supports both individual privacy and communal interaction. For a detailed overview of the architectural plans, sections, and innovative designs, stakeholders are encouraged to explore the project's presentation for a complete understanding of its impact and intentions.

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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 €

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

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