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Repurposed Steel and Wood Terrazzo Create Multifunctional Urban Living Spaces

Author:
Zhen Li
Repurposed Steel and Wood Terrazzo Create Multifunctional Urban Living Spaces

Project in-detail

Utilizing recycled steel and a wood terrazzo surface, this urban development transforms underused parking garages into adaptable living environments that seamlessly integrate community spaces with residential functions.
5 key facts about this project
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Repurposes existing parking structures to create multifunctional residences.
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Incorporates recycled steel from decommissioned vehicles as structural components.
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Features modular units designed to adapt to changing user needs.
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Utilizes wood terrazzo for durable and aesthetically versatile flooring.
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Integrates communal areas that prioritize social interaction among residents.

## Overview

"Around The Clock 2040" is a conceptual urban design project focused on repurposing existing structures, specifically parking garages, to accommodate evolving urban lifestyles in a future characterized by reduced reliance on private vehicles. The initiative aims to enhance space efficiency and foster community engagement within the urban framework while prioritizing sustainable design practices.

### Spatial Reconfiguration and Community Dynamics

The project approaches urban living by maximizing underutilized infrastructure. Transforming parking spaces into multifunctional living modules, the design promotes a flexible use of space that supports various activities including work, relaxation, and social interaction. These adaptable modules are organized to encourage community ties, with shared areas designed to facilitate collaboration and communal engagement, addressing the contemporary need for connection in urban settings.

### Sustainable Material Choices

The material selection reflects a commitment to sustainability, incorporating both innovative and eco-friendly elements. Key materials include:

- **Exterior Materials:** Wood terrazzo adds durability and aesthetic versatility, while metal panels provide structural resilience. Muslin contributes to sound absorption, enhancing overall interior comfort, and faux leather offers an attractive surface with sustainability benefits.

- **Interior Finishes:** Veneer betula, known for its attractive grain and eco-friendly properties, and steel mirror finishes are employed to enhance natural light and spatial perception.

- **Structural Innovation:** The project utilizes recycled car scrap metal to create modular frames, emphasizing the value of repurposing existing resources while introducing a novel architectural language that echoes automotive design.

The integration of these materials supports both the environmental goals of the project and the visual coherence of its design.

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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

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