Montemar Ionad-còmhnaidh by Irakli Emiridze

Montemar Ionad-còmhnaidh by Irakli Emiridze is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Duais Umha A' Design Award in Dealbhadh Ailtireachd, Togalaichean agus Structaran Competition Category.

UmhaAiltireachd· 2026

Montemar Ionad-còmhnaidh

by Irakli Emiridze

Client: Alpha Architecture

Duais Umha A' Design Award Winner in Ailtireachd Category

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The Design

About Montemar Ionad-còmhnaidh

'S e ionad-còmhnaidh a th' ann am Montemar a tha suidhichte ann an Gonio, Georgia, air oirthir a' Mhuir Dhuibh. Tha Montemar air a dhèanamh suas de thrì blocaichean còmhnaidh de shia làir dheug gach fear, air an suidheachadh air làrach de 10,000 meatairean ceàrnagach. Tha na h-àiteachan fosgailte eadar na togalaichean air an toirt seachad do phlanntachadh uaine, ceàrnagan poblach agus raointean coitcheann. Tha àite-parcaidh airson 300 carbad na lùib. Tha àrosan lèir-sheallach le barraidean prìobhaideach agus jacuzzis a' coimhead ris a' mhuir. Tha na h-aghaidhean còmhdaichte le duilleag alùmanaim le clò-bhualadh, agus tha na cumaidhean meudachail aca a' cur nan cuimhne cruth slige-mhara.

The Recognition

About the Duais Umha A' Design Award

Tha Montemar Ionad-còmhnaidh air Duais Umha A' Design Award a bhuannachadh, aithneachadh gu math urramach a bheirear do dhealbhaidhean sònraichte a tha air an comharrachadh le cruthachalachd, innleachd agus geurchuis. Tha buannaichean Umha nan obraichean gu math sgileil agus gu sònraichte cruthachail a dhearbhas eòlas farsaing, mac-meanmna agus tapachd an luchd-dealbhaidh. Thathar an dùil gum bi Montemar Ionad-còmhnaidh na nì air a bheil mòran meas, ion-mholta agus gràdhach, a tha gu sònraichte proifeiseanta agus ùr-ghnàthach. Tha an dealbhadh seo a bhuannaich Duais Umha A' Design Award a' cur nan cleachdaidhean as fheàrr ann an ealain, saidheans, dealbhadh agus teicneolas an gnìomh, agus tha e sàr-mhath airson an aire do mhion-fhiosrachadh. Bidh Montemar Ionad-còmhnaidh a' sàsachadh fheumalachdan gu h-iongantach, a' suathadh ri miannan, a' tàladh faireachdainnean agus a' togail fiosrachd.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Situated in Gonio, Georgia, a USECO listed historical area, the complex rises where the tropical climate of Adjara meets the Black Sea Horizon.
The complex comprises three 16-floors residential blocks, with the open spaces between the buildings maximized for green plantings, public squares, and communal areas. The development includes parking for 300 vehicles.
One of the standout features is the premium panoramic apartments with individual terraces and Jacuzzis, offering stunning sea views.
Dimensions & Packaging: Architect: Irakli Emiridze
Architect: Alpha Architecture by Irakli Emiridze
Tags: Seaside architecture, residential complex, mixed-use development, coastal design, panoramic apartments, shell-inspired facade, sustainable urban planning, high-rise housing, Batumi architecture, contemporary design
Production Technology: Total site area: 10,000 m2.
Three residential towers: 16 floors each.
Approx. building height: 48–52 m.
Parking capacity: 300 vehicles.
Mixed-use residential complex with panoramic units, private terraces, and integrated landscape/public space system. Designed for coastal climate resistance and optimal sea-view orientation.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was translating seaside identity into a contemporary architectural language while addressing structural, climatic, and urban constraints. Coastal conditions, regulations, and density requirements required balancing aesthetics with performance. The solution was a shell-inspired facade and spatial strategy that integrates environment, function, and iconic design.
Research: Applied architectural research aimed at integrating coastal identity into contemporary housing. The methodology included site analysis, climate-responsive design, and parametric modeling. Data was gathered through environmental studies and urban context evaluation. Results led to a biomorphic facade and optimized layouts. The project enhances coastal living standards and contributes to sustainable urban growth.
Inspiration: Architecturally, the project represents a harmonious blend of seaside motifs and modern design elements. The facades facing the sea feature a unique structural element crowned by a terrace overhanging the roof. The aluminum embossed sheet material and volumetric shapes evoke the imagery of a seashell, emphasizing the complex's proximity to the sea.
Project Duration: The project started in 2024 in Gonio, Georgia, and is currently in development. It is located on Andria Pirveltsodebuli Highway, within a rapidly growing seaside urban zone, designed to become a key residential destination on the Black Sea coast.
Operation Flow: The project is designed around fluid movement between buildings, landscape, and public zones. Residents transition seamlessly from private apartments to shared green areas and plazas. Panoramic units enhance interaction with the sea, while terraces and open spaces create a continuous indoor-outdoor living experience, improving comfort and lifestyle quality.
Patents: Alpha Architecture by Irakli Emiridze
Team Members: Irakli Emiridze
Irina Chkonia
Image Credits: Alpha Architecture by Irakli Emiridze