Foreword
Welcome to the highly anticipated result announcement of Archiol's Tiny Forest Design Competition 2023! It is with immense excitement and anticipation that we gather here today, in the virtual realm, to unveil the outstanding winners of this remarkable design competition.
In our quest to celebrate innovative and sustainable approaches to urban green spaces, Archiol invited architects, designers, and visionaries from around the globe to participate in the Tiny Forest Design Competition 2023. The competition brief, accessible at [insert competition brief link], laid the foundation for a creative challenge that pushed the boundaries of architectural imagination while emphasizing the critical role of tiny forests in urban environments.
This competition called for transformative ideas that would not only enhance the urban landscape but also promote biodiversity, improve air quality, and foster a deeper connection between communities and nature. Our esteemed panel of judges had the daunting task of reviewing a multitude of exceptional submissions, each reflecting a unique vision for the future of tiny forests.
Today, we stand on the cusp of unveiling the winning entries that have not only met but exceeded our expectations. The results of this competition will undoubtedly inspire and reshape our understanding of the potential that tiny forests hold in the urban fabric.
As we prepare to announce the winners, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all participants for their dedication, creativity, and commitment to sustainability. We hope that this competition has not only sparked your imagination but also ignited a passion for a greener, more sustainable future.
So, without further ado, let us embark on this virtual journey to discover the visionary designs that have earned their place as the champions of Archiol's Tiny Forest Design Competition 2023.
Jury
Top 3
FIRST
Alexia Moulin
France
SECOND
Abinaya.G, Divya Kamatchi.S & Haridharani.J.B
India
THIRD
Shebi S, Sowmiya M, Priyan D & Maria Antony Xavier M
India
FIRST PRIZE WINNER
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Urbania, first act
Alexia Moulin
France
JURY COMMENTS
"The design itself is not unique, but it is bold. I enjoyed reading a design description that sounded like a manifesto. I think they might be overzealous in their choice of trees, and would like to have seen images or callouts in the poster that show what the different species look like. Design sheet 3 graphics are hard to read and they are not described. I'm not sure what they are meant to say. There is text referring to breaking up asphalt to allow plants to thrive. I would like to see what is meant by this. I gave high marks for boldness and poster design, but feel that it needs more details about the actual design."
-John Hobbie
SECOND PRIZE WINNER
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Rejuvenation of Cooum River Bank, Chennai with a proposal of Tiny forests
Abinaya.G, Divya Kamatchi.S & Haridharani.J.B
India
JURY COMMENTS
"This is a solid idea that would greatly benefit the community. It's clear that planting and grade are being considered. I gave this high marks because of criteria on this sheet, but this submission doesn't look like a poster as much as a planting schedule. There is good research, but presentation falls short."
-John Hobbie
THIRD PRIZE WINNER
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Vengai Vanam
Shebi S, Sowmiya M, Priyan D & Maria Antony Xavier M
India
JURY COMMENTS
"This design doesn't explain its relationship to the urban environment. Thought has been put into the plants chosen, but the plan on page 2 is unachievable. The trees chosen are very big and can't be too tightly spaced. There are sections on 3, 4 and 5 but no reference to where they come from."
-John Hobbie
SPECIAL MENTION
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JURY COMMENTS
Honorable Mention
Changhyun Kang, Kim Boseong
South Korea
Haoyi wushan & Chau Yuk Ching Christie
Hong Kong
Hetika Vani, Rucha Pagare
India
HONOURABLE MENTION
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Gangnam Style
Changhyun Kang, Kim Boseong
South Korea
JURY COMMENTS
"The design is a good fit for the area chosen and is similar to High Line in NYC. But it is not an economical design to achieve because of the scale of construction. The walkway's look could be better aligned with the surroundings. Putting a walkway above the tree canopy puts pedestrians in full sun. This should be addressed. Page 1 could be stronger and page 3 gives a better understanding of the design. A rendering on the first page would help a lot."
-John Hobbie
HONOURABLE MENTION
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From Grey to Green
Haoyi wushan & Chau Yuk Ching Christie
Hong Kong
JURY COMMENTS
"This design would serve the neighbourhood well. The graphics are well done and look marketable. But it has a few problems. Drawf Citrus trees don't grow past 11' tall even if they are healthy. I question this choice and would suggest a tree that provides shade. Page 1 is lacking a description of the design, and in a general way, all the pages are vague. It would be good to see a demographic study of end users so we understand some of the design choices."
-John Hobbie
HONOURABLE MENTION
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Nisarg Vatika
Hetika Vani, Rucha Pagare
India
JURY COMMENTS
"This design would work well for the surrounding area which is "informal settlements". So the location is good. But I don't understand the tall wall around the perimeter. There are only two entrance points and the garden would be largely unseen by anybody walking on the street. This seems counter intuitive to the project criteria. This is why I didn't award high marks in integration. If the designer found a way to eliminate the wall, or integrate it into the landscape, this would be a stronger design."
-John Hobbie
HONOURABLE MENTION
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JURY COMMENTS
HONOURABLE MENTION
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JURY COMMENTS
Shortlisted Entries
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