Winner - Philips Service Design Challenge 2023
Urban Grasslands
Why
There is a critical need for comprehensive support for caregivers of terminally ill family members, particularly those dealing with cancer. The emotional, mental, and logistical challenges faced by caregivers during this difficult time often go unaddressed, and Solace aims to fill this gap by providing holistic care and assistance.
What
Solace is an award-winning service design project developed as part of the Philips Service Design Challenge 2023. With a focus on transforming the lives of caregivers of terminally ill family members, Solace aims to provide comprehensive care and support during challenging life transitions, particularly for those affected by cancer.
How
Solace is intended for individuals who shoulder the responsibility of caregiving and require support in navigating the complex challenges that arise during end-of-life care. Solace acknowledges the crucial role played by caregivers and strives to empower them with the necessary wellness resources and care they deserve.
Why
This utopian urban design concept project aimed to envision future cities that address the pressing issues of environmental sustainability and urbanization. By acknowledging the long-term impact of buildings on the environment, the project sought to reimagine architecture as a polemical medium that could bring about radical changes in urban development. The focus was on creating cities that harmoniously integrate with nature, emphasizing water efficiency, wildlife preservation, energy efficiency, and biophilic architecture.
What
The project utilized a holistic approach, incorporating elements such as bio-retention, biomimicry, and modular zones to design future cities. By integrating wildlife and greens into the urban fabric and promoting intra-zonal development, the design aimed to create a sustainable environment that coexisted with nature. Energy efficiency and economic equality were also key considerations, ensuring that the cities provided a high quality of life for all residents while minimizing the ecological impact.
How
The Urban Grassland concept envisioned a future city for Bhopal that embraced the principles of bio-retention, wildlife integration, and biophilic architecture. By emphasizing energy efficiency and economic equality, the design sought to create a city where humans and nature coexist harmoniously. The project aimed to pave the way for a radical transformation in urbanization, considering the alarming rate of natural resource depletion and the challenges posed by rapid urbanization and climate change.
