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Translucent Glass Facade and Biophilic Design in a Sustainable Timber Hub

Authors:
Aalhad Pande, Bilal Khan, Jasvinder Singh, Priyank Jaiswal
Translucent Glass Facade and Biophilic Design in a Sustainable Timber Hub

Project in-detail

A translucent glass facade integrates with biophilic elements and sustainable timber construction to create a multifunctional hub that serves as a collaborative space for the creative community.
5 key facts about this project
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Translucent glass facade enhances natural lighting and visibility into creative spaces.
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Sustainable materials include charred wooden shingles for weather resistance.
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Bent A-frame design creates distinctive spatial experiences and encourages interaction.
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Integrated vertical gardens improve air quality and promote biodiversity.
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Flexible multipurpose areas adapt to various community events and activities.

The Adelaide Creative Community Hub is an architectural project designed to serve as a focal point for creativity and collaboration among Adelaide's artistic community. Positioned strategically within the urban landscape, the Hub offers a multifunctional space that caters to a variety of artistic pursuits, including visual arts, music, performance, and community engagement. Its design prioritizes open, flexible spaces that facilitate interaction between users, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation.

The Hub functions primarily as a creative workspace, consisting of studios, workshops, performance areas, exhibition spaces, and communal gathering zones. These components are meticulously arranged to optimize accessibility and promote spontaneous interactions among individuals from diverse creative backgrounds. Incorporating a variety of environments allows the Hub to host events, workshops, and collaborative projects, ensuring it meets the needs of the community while encouraging diverse experiences.

Unique Design Approaches

One of the notable aspects of the Adelaide Creative Community Hub is its emphasis on transparency and connectivity. The extensive use of glass in the facade creates visual links between the internal activities and the external environment, promoting an inviting atmosphere. This design strategy contributes to a sense of openness, where passersby can observe the creative processes occurring inside, thereby encouraging public interest and participation.

The architectural layout employs staggered programming, which allows for distinct yet interconnected spaces that foster engagement and collaboration among users. This approach supports dynamic interactions, making it suitable for various uses, from workshops to social gatherings.

Moreover, the integration of green roofs and vertical gardens enhances the building’s sustainability and ecological footprint. These design features not only improve the aesthetic experience but also contribute to better air quality and urban biodiversity, aligning the project with contemporary environmental standards in architecture.

The flexibility of spaces is another key feature, with multipurpose areas adaptable to different functions. This flexibility is critical in a creative hub, as it allows users to repurpose spaces according to their needs, whether for exhibitions, educational workshops, or spontaneous performances.

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For further insights into the Adelaide Creative Community Hub, including architectural plans, sections, and design ideas, interested readers are encouraged to explore the detailed project presentation. This exploration will provide expanded information on the architectural elements and functional considerations that define this innovative project.

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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 €

50,000 € PRIZE project COMPETITION
Prize 50,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 24 July 2025

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