Drawing inspiration from nature and man’s influence on nature, the project concept is a mixture between the Hibiscus and the ancient art of Grafting plants. The Hibiscus is Korea’s traditional flower, and an object of deep affection. It is the “external blossom that never fades” and has been an important symbol of Korean culture for centuries. Koreans cherish the national flower because it honours the country’s noble spirit and symbolizes the many successes as well as tribulations that the nation has experienced.

Group Members:

Robert Jones
Alfonso De Castro Azuara
Brianna Mudie
Liam Fox

Experimenting and testing with a massing model. Living bridges and cable cars connect the vertical clusters
The ground level was left it as untouched as possible, creating a sense of permeability horizontally and, with the ramps in clear view Vertically
Hibiscus stems were observed, how they developed like a climber. This was the inspiration, to create a structure that grew organically out of the ground
Organic forms layer upwards, edges are softened by curving forms and planting
The central core of vertical circulation providing structure and fast movement systems
Create a sense of the "24hr City". Imagining how this sub-city as a nighttime experience
Strategic and calm lighting depicts the winding circulation