Foreword
We are thrilled to announce the results of the second edition of the Into the Rabbit Hole Design competition. Archiol organized this competition with the intention of breaking the banality of healing architecture designs and encouraging architects and designers to explore extreme possibilities in architectural design. Our goal was to challenge conventional thinking and explore the use of imagination to design spaces that can heal the human mind.
In a world where mental health issues have become increasingly prevalent, the need for innovative and imaginative solutions is more urgent than ever. Architects and designers play a crucial role in shaping the built environment, and it is our responsibility to contribute to the well-being of people through our creative endeavours.
The Into the Rabbit Hole Design competition was not about creating literal designs, but rather about pushing the boundaries of conventional thinking and exploring new dimensions of architectural design. We encouraged participants to think outside the box and develop conceptual designs that went beyond conditioned norms. The challenge was to create a space, an underland, that could heal stressed living beings using geometry and volume as the primary tools of expression.
We were truly overwhelmed by the response to this competition, with submissions pouring in from all around the world. The creativity, innovation, and passion displayed by the participants were truly inspiring. The designs we received were nothing short of extraordinary, showcasing a deep understanding of the relationship between architecture and mental well-being.
Scroll down to check the winning entries:
Top 3
FIRST
Yanyun Wang, Jiafei Liu, Wenhan Li & Teng Guo
China
SECOND
Christeven Cohen & Lawrence Nobel
Indonesia
THIRD
Martyna Skóra
Poland
FIRST PRIZE WINNER
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Heterotopia
Yanyun Wang, Jiafei Liu, Wenhan Li & Teng Guo
China
JURY COMMENTS
Rooted in Foucault's theory, it becomes a symbolic sanctuary, representing the essence of peace. Its mysterious allure, guarded by the password "Humility," speaks volumes about the resilience of the human spirit. This project not only pays homage to Syria's golden age but also offers a vision of unity, connectivity, and healing. By reimagining the past, it paints a hopeful future, marking it as an extraordinary venture in architectural storytelling and envisioning.
-Andreea Felciuc
The consequences of war are devastating to both the built environment and the human kind. Recovery (or healing) from such trauma, if even possible, will take time. The project imagines a parallel underground world of peace, that seeks to preserve humanity through hope. A beautiful and powerful project.
-Dr Henry Tsang
SECOND PRIZE WINNER
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The Journey of Healing
Christeven Cohen & Lawrence Nobel
Indonesia