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Reflective Water Features and Angular Forms Enhanced by Modular Steel and Glass in a Community Hub

Authors:
Marvi Khan, Emre şi̇mşek, Asude Hi̇lal Mavi̇ş, Yağmur Yalçiner
Reflective Water Features and Angular Forms Enhanced by Modular Steel and Glass in a Community Hub

Project in-detail

Constructed with modular steel and glass, the design incorporates reflective water features and angular forms to create a community hub that fosters public engagement and reflection.
5 key facts about this project
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Reflective water features integrate seamlessly with the landscape to promote contemplation.
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Modular design allows for flexible arrangement of spaces to accommodate various community activities.
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The angular forms create distinct visual dynamics that enhance the surrounding urban environment.
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Native plant landscaping supports local ecology and sustainability goals within the public space.
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Use of durable steel and glass ensures longevity while maintaining visual transparency and connectivity.

The Kharkiv Freedom Square Revival project is an architectural initiative focused on addressing the societal impact of conflict in Ukraine. Located in Kharkiv, the project serves as a public space intended for community engagement, reflection, and healing amidst ongoing challenges facing the region. The design aims to establish a multifunctional area that promotes interaction and fosters a sense of unity among residents.

The project is anchored around the concept of "Ashes to Aspirations," symbolizing a journey from destruction and loss to hope and renewal. The design establishes a pathway that connects Freedom Square with significant surrounding sites, promoting accessibility and encouraging communal activities. This pathway serves as a forum for public expression, demonstrations, and personal reflection, integrating architectural forms that respond to the community's needs.

Unique Design Approaches and Features

The approach taken in the Kharkiv Freedom Square Revival project distinguishes it from typical public space projects through its emphasis on modularity and adaptability. The use of modular prefabricated panels allows for flexible configurations, enabling the space to accommodate various events, gatherings, and activities without compromising its functional integrity. This adaptability is essential in a context where social conditions may shift rapidly.

Architecture in this project incorporates dynamic gathering spaces designed for exhibitions, workshops, and communal events. The forms of the structures are angular and faceted, drawing inspiration from natural landscapes while creating visually engaging environments. Reflective water features are skillfully integrated into the design, enhancing the site’s serenity and encouraging contemplation within the urban context.

Integration of Natural Elements

The project incorporates landscaping elements that use native plant species, contributing to the local ecology and promoting environmental sustainability. This commitment to natural integration creates a harmonious balance between built and unbuilt environments, enhancing user experience and fostering awareness of ecological stewardship.

The architectural design also utilizes materials such as steel, glass, concrete, and modular panels, chosen for their durability and functional properties. The transparency provided by glass façades fosters a connection between the interior spaces and the external environment, encouraging interaction and visibility.

For those interested in exploring the full scope of the Kharkiv Freedom Square Revival project, additional details on architectural plans, architectural sections, and architectural designs are available for review. These resources provide deeper insights into the project’s structure and the innovative architectural ideas that inform this significant undertaking.

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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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Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025

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