We are designing a dedicated space to support individuals in emotionally resetting after the loss of a loved one. This space can help people embrace sorrow while also inspiring an appreciation for life through immersion in a peaceful, relaxing, and inspiring natural environment.
The death of loved ones often revolve around fear and avoidance, because we fear forgetting them, fear the interruption of familiar things, and fear the colors in our memories fading away.
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Problem Statements
Grief leads to fading memories
A desire not to remain sad, and a search for a safe place to express emotions.
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Design Concept
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Design Concept
Death is not the end. We can reminisce about stories of times we played together and interact within those memories to express our thoughts and feeling.
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Building Location
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Interview
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Building Location
The Sunken City, San Pedro
User Journey
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Alia is a creative branding designer who works in DTLA. She recently lost her younger sister to cancer. She wants a personal and meaningful emotional connection in her memorial experience.
Step1 : Decision
Select a date and make a reservation on the website in advance.
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Experience
Relaxation
We help new arrivals calm down and get into the right frame of mind.
Reminiscence
We conduct individual memorial ceremonies through interactive behaviors such as VR.
Interior Experience
Sharing
We encourage people to summarize their personal stories, and share them with others.
Souvenir
We provide mementos and feedback, encouraging future visits.
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Design Concepts
Based on the terrain's location, I designed a space that can guide the flow of people. This can enhance the user experience and make full use of the environmental features.
The Two Ellipses
The building comprises three parts. The oval section aims to create a closed-loop space for enhanced interaction among people. As people navigate through the corridors, they are guided to more personal spaces that prioritize privacy and reflection. This design integrates with the local community, providing access to gardens and sea views, symbolizing the cycle of life and promoting a sense of relief through interactive activities.
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Final Design
I decided to divide the building into two areas. The main area will be used for reception, rest, and public activities. The other part will have five independent circular rooms for private memorial activities, ensuring they do not interfere with each other.
Main Building
Roof
This is an open rooftop platform where people can relax, entertain themselves, and share their stories.
First floor
This is the main hall of the building where people relax and prepare to enter the individual interaction rooms.
Cliff corridor
This is a corridor on a cliff where people can linger and feel the power of the sunlight and the waves.
Individual Room
Navigate to your individual room following the app's directions.
Use the mobile app, which will guide you through each step.
Scan the QR code to start your experience.
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Models
Assembling Wood
Gluing six cherry wood planks to create the terrain structure, then use CNC machining to carve the landscape.
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Rendering
