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Vertical Garden Integration With Glass Facade and Natural Materials for Community Living

Authors:
Garegin Yeghoyan, Lilit Soghoyan, Alexander Vardanyan
Vertical Garden Integration With Glass Facade and Natural Materials for Community Living

Project in-detail

Combining a vertical garden with expansive glass facades and sustainable materials, the design promotes community living while seamlessly integrating with the natural environment.
5 key facts about this project
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Vertical gardens integrated into communal spaces enhance biodiversity and promote emotional well-being.
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Extensive use of glass in the façade maximizes natural light while maintaining a strong connection to the landscape.
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Metal accents provide durability and aesthetic contrast against the natural materials utilized throughout the project.
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A courtyard design facilitates social interaction and outdoor activities while offering privacy to residents.
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Sustainably sourced materials, including charred wood shingles, contribute to the building's environmental performance.

Sene Angelum is an architectural project designed to harmoniously integrate the built environment with its natural surroundings. It emphasizes community interaction while addressing individual privacy needs. The design prioritizes seamless circulation between indoor and outdoor spaces, providing residents with a sense of continuity with the landscape.

The project is characterized by a well-thought-out arrangement of functional zones, divided into communal areas and private quarters. The architectural layout encourages social engagement through shared spaces while facilitating a sense of retreat for individual residents. Internal courtyards and landscaped areas serve as essential elements in promoting outdoor activities and relaxation, fostering a strong connection between residents and nature.

Innovative Material Use

A key differentiator in the design of Sene Angelum is its material selection. The primary external façade utilizes white painted plaster, striking a balance between modern aesthetics and durability. Complementing the plaster are metal sheets and stone accents, which enhance the architectural character while ensuring structural support. The extensive use of glass in the design invites natural light and provides a continuous visual link to the exterior, breaking down barriers between inside and outside.

The flooring choices in communal and private spaces reflect functionality and aesthetic coherence, with tiles in high-traffic areas and polished surfaces in personal living zones. Additionally, the integration of vertical gardens on lateral walls challenges conventional landscaping design, promoting environmental sustainability and moderating temperature.

Spatial Organization and Design Functionality

The project is organized around principles of zoning, allowing for a clear distinction between active communal areas and quieter private spaces. The careful design of circulation routes enhances accessibility and flow throughout the structure. Each zone serves a defined function, catering to varying degrees of social interaction and individual privacy. As a result, Sene Angelum is well-equipped to meet the diverse needs of its inhabitants, addressing both community-focused and wellness-driven principles.

Users will find features such as ample natural light, cross-ventilation opportunities, and carefully landscaped outdoor spaces, all intended to enhance the overall quality of life. The design reflects a commitment to promoting well-being and sustainability through practical architectural solutions.

For a deeper exploration of the architectural ideas, including architectural plans, sections, and specific design outcomes, readers are encouraged to review the full presentation of the Sene Angelum project. The details provide further insights into the innovative approaches considered throughout the design process.

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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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