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Kinetic Light Play Within Glass And Metal Forms In A Cultural Bar Setting

Author:
Aemilia Papaphilippou
Kinetic Light Play Within Glass And Metal Forms In A Cultural Bar Setting

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Dynamic light reflections from tilted glass and metal forms create a sensory experience in a cultural bar that seamlessly blends interaction and community engagement.
5 key facts about this project
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Dynamic light patterns are created through refraction and reflection on the curved surfaces.
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The unique tilted ceiling design enhances spatial perception and creates depth.
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Construction employs a seamless integration of glass and metal for structural support.
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Real-time animations adjust lighting based on user interaction within the space.
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The installation fosters community engagement through its open, inviting layout.

Chess Continuum represents a thoughtful approach to architectural design grounded in principles of mathematics and nature. The project draws inspiration from caustics, which are light patterns formed through refraction and reflection, underscoring the interaction between the built and unbuilt environments. Located within a prominent cultural context, the design encapsulates the flow and dynamism of space, inviting users to experience a blend of structure and organic forms.

The project's primary function is to create a cultural bar known as Liquid Sky, designed to foster social engagement and artistic expression. This installation serves as a venue for community interaction, enhancing the surrounding environment through both aesthetic and experiential qualities. The architectural design is characterized by a tilted ceiling that creates a sense of depth and perspective, promoting a fluid spatial experience.

Unique geometric articulation distinguishes this project from conventional designs. The fluid forms that shape the installation create a visual continuity that mimics natural phenomena, such as waves. This approach not only heightens the spatial dynamics but also offers an immersive experience that reflects the principles of movement and interaction. The integration of technology, such as code-driven LED lighting, introduces an additional layer, allowing for real-time variations in lighting patterns that further emphasize the design's thematic focus on motion and change.

The use of materials is another defining aspect of the project. Key materials, such as glass and metal, contribute to the installation's transparency and structural integrity. Glass facilitates a strong connection with the environment, allowing natural light to interact with the design dynamically. The metal framework provides support for the elaborate geometries, enabling the realization of complex shapes that characterize the installation.

Exploring architectural designs through detailed presentations, including architectural plans and sections, offers further insight into the project's conceptual and practical dimensions. The interplay of light, materiality, and spatial design in Chess Continuum and Liquid Sky offers a unique perspective within the architectural landscape, inviting a deeper understanding of how design can shape human experience. Those interested in delving further into the architectural ideas presented in this project are encouraged to review the available documentation for a comprehensive exploration of its components.

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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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