The Great Canyon

Project idea

The proposal aims to redefine high-density mixed-used development through vertical urbanism exploration by strategic horizontal and vertical organization to create a building where nature and architecture blend into each other.

The tower is organized with a zig-zag layout, inspired by the forceful character of the mountains of Pulau Jerejak. The form of tower is dissolved into smaller, more pedestrian-friendly massing, creating a relationship between towers, urban parks and streets. Green social gathering spaces are carved out at each floor, offering a more personal space and a constant connection to nature.

Abundant public green spaces are created for the public, activating the street while celebrating the seafront. Green terraces accentuate vertically up to the retail podium, acting as urban verandahs overlooking the seafront. The Great Canyon has been created as a place great significance, providing high-quality live-work experience and stands as a new landmark of the city.

Project description

Movement restriction and mandatory of social distancing as a result of the recent pandemic had forced people to be isolated in their homes, forming an intangible barrier between people and the outside world, affecting the wellbeing mentally and physically. Throughout the process of urbanization, buildings were just symbols of technological competitions, prime capitals and enslavement of power and rich, yearning of return to nature was left ignored.

Therefore, the design solution is to introduce biophilic design, by infusing direct and indirect nature into the development, to create a safer environment for people to work, live and play. Constant connection to nature and outdoor aims to improve the overall wellbeing.

The design concept for this proposal is vertical green oasis, intended as an exploration of vertical urbanism to reflect the interdependence between man and nature.

Multi-storey sky gardens and serene gathering spaces are created to reconnect users with nature while offering a distinct an iconic scheme for the skyline that resonates with the surrounding natural landscape.

Technical information

A range of sustainable design features is integrated into the proposal, such as:
- Vertical green system
- Rainwater harvesting system
- Stepped terrace
-Green roof photovoltaic system
- The use of low e double glazing system
- Double roof system for retail podium
- Kinetic oaving
- Solar tube installation

As for the façade system, cladding panels are used for shading device to reduce the penetration of solar radiation into the interior spaces. The façade system is applied along the entire building envelope, creating an aesthetic unity and maximizes cost-effectiveness. The panels are built of recycled aluminium alloys, enhancing environmental sustainability while maintaining the level of finish quality.

Other proposed green building materials includes self cleaning metal roof, recycle composite timber, precast concrete, low VOC paint and grasscrete.

Documentation

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