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Granite Walls Fractured by Hopeful Sphere in Memorial Design

Author:
Roderick Cloud
Granite Walls Fractured by Hopeful Sphere in Memorial Design

Project in-detail

A black granite wall detailing the history of genocides gives way to a fragmented sphere, symbolizing hope and healing in a memorial designed for reflection and education.
5 key facts about this project
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A black granite wall displays a chronological history of genocides from the 1400s to the present.
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The final panel features a blank surface, inviting personal reflection and engagement.
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A monumental sphere emerges from the wall, symbolizing hope amid historical trauma.
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The design purposefully contrasts solidity and fragility to evoke emotional responses.
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The memorial emphasizes education by documenting historical events and their impacts.

The Last Genocide Memorial is a space dedicated to honoring the victims of genocides throughout history. It serves multiple purposes: a site for remembrance, healing, education, and reflection on past atrocities. Positioned in a significant location, the memorial aims to communicate a message of hope while acknowledging the painful histories it represents. The design blends elements that highlight both the weight of the past and the need for continued awareness.

Black Granite Wall

A central element of the memorial is the black granite wall, which serves as its main feature. Consisting of multiple panels, this wall details the history of genocides from the 1400s to the present. The organization of these panels provides a structured timeline that guides visitors through the complex narratives of these events. The use of granite creates a sense of solidity and permanence, emphasizing the memorial's purpose to pay tribute to those who have suffered.

Monumental Sphere

From the granite wall emerges a large sphere, symbolizing the widespread impact of genocides on humanity. This spherical form contrasts with the heaviness of the wall, suggesting a sense of hope and regeneration against a backdrop of sorrow. The design of the sphere appears to fracture from the wall, representing the breaking of silence surrounding these historical events and allowing space for dialogue and reflection.

Final Panel

The memorial features a final panel that is particularly significant. Serving as both a conclusion to the historical narrative and as an empty space, it invites visitors to engage in personal reflection. This blank panel prompts individuals to think about their roles in preventing future acts of violence. It emphasizes a hopeful outlook on collective healing while urging visitors to remember the past.

The Last Genocide Memorial incorporates elements designed to foster education and introspection. Each component, from the black granite wall to the broken sphere, contributes to a clear and cohesive narrative. Together, these features encourage visitors to confront history while also looking forward to a future free from such atrocities.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

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