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Modular Bike Rest Stop Featuring Recycled Timber and Flexible Canvas Enclosure

Authors:
Kristian Lyngbaek, Jitske Swagemakers
Modular Bike Rest Stop Featuring Recycled Timber and Flexible Canvas Enclosure

Project in-detail

Recycled timber and a flexible canvas enclosure create a sustainable modular bike rest stop designed for comfort and community interaction amidst natural landscapes.
5 key facts about this project
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Recycled timber is used throughout the structure to minimize environmental impact.
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An adaptable canvas enclosure allows for seasonal variations in use and weather protection.
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The design features an elevated platform to enhance visibility and protect from flooding.
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A central firepit serves as a communal gathering space, fostering user interaction.
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Flexible configuration options accommodate diverse user needs and changing conditions.

This project presents a modular bike rest stop designed specifically for outdoor enthusiasts who travel by bicycle. The architecture provides essential amenities for cyclists, including shelter, rest areas, and communal spaces. Focused on functionality and user experience, the design integrates harmoniously with its natural surroundings while promoting sustainable practices through the choice of materials and modular construction methods.

The bike rest stop serves multiple functions: it offers covered bike parking, a refreshment area, sleeping quarters, and a dedicated picnic space for social interaction. The core layout centers around a courtyard featuring a firepit, enhancing community engagement among users. The architecture effectively combines practicality with a welcoming environment, aiming to support cyclists on their journeys through varied landscapes.

Modular Construction and Material Choice This project is distinguished by its modular design approach, allowing for adaptability based on different user needs and environmental conditions. Each component of the structure can be configured or expanded, demonstrating versatility essential for long-term use. The architectural choice of local recycled timber for the main framework underlines a commitment to sustainability. Steel joints provide stability while maintaining dynamic connections between the modular sections. The use of a durable canvas enclosure offers flexibility and weather protection, allowing natural light to filter through and create an inviting atmosphere.

Integration with the Landscape The architectural planning carefully integrates the bike rest stop within its geographical context, accentuating scenic views and facilitating a seamless experience between structure and landscape. Elevating the platform slightly off the ground prevents weather-related disruptions and enhances visibility. This strategic placement not only protects the structures but also emphasizes the importance of the natural environment, promoting a deeper connection between users and their surroundings. The central courtyard, acting as a gathering point, enhances social interactions, making it a vital component of the overall design.

For further exploration of this project, including architectural plans, sections, and detailed designs, delve into the full project presentation. By examining these architectural ideas, you will gain deeper insights into the unique aspects and functional benefits of this modular bike rest stop.

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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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