Qhov qauv tsim Node Node los ntawm Tomi Rantasaari yog tus yeej muaj nqis heev ntawm qhov khoom plig 2025 A' Design Award Tooj hauv Pawg Sib Tw Tsim Kev Tsim Kho, Kev Ua Tsev thiab Kev Tsim Kho Hauv Paus.

ToojKev Tsim Kho Hauv Paus· 2025

Node Node

los ntawm Tomi Rantasaari

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Tus Yeej A' Design Award Tooj hauv Pawg Kev Tsim Kho Hauv Paus

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Mus Saib Lub Vev Xaib Saib ntawm A' Design Award Tsab Xov Xwm Daim Phiaj Khoom Plig

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Qhov Tsim

Txog Node Node

Node yog ib lub tsev hloov hluav taws xob (transformer substation) uas tsim los siv rau hauv chaw ua si thiab hauv nroog. Lub qauv me me no ntev plaub mev dav peb mev thiab kaw tag nrho, tsis muaj qhov rai lossis qhov qhib pom tau, uas pab txhawb kev nyab xeeb thiab kev ruaj ntseg ntawm hluav taws xob. Sab nraud yog ua los ntawm corten steel lossis aluminum daim uas siv laser txiav ua tus qauv qhov me me zoo li tej yam muaj sia. LED teeb tsa nyob tom qab lub ntsa iav qhov me me ua rau muaj lub duab ci ntsa iab thaum hmo ntuj. Muaj ib lub qhov rooj zais cia rau kev nkag mus kho thiab saib xyuas. Node hloov hluav taws xob siab (high voltage) mus ua hluav taws xob theem qis uas siv tau rau hauv tsev neeg thiab lag luam.

Qhov Lees Paub

Txog A' Design Award Tooj

Node Node yog tus yeej ntawm A' Design Award Tooj, ib qho kev lees paub muaj meej mom heev uas muab rau cov qauv tsim tshwj xeeb uas txawv los ntawm kev tsim tshiab, kev txawj tsim thiab kev ntse. Cov neeg yeej Tooj yog cov khoom muaj txuj ci heev thiab tsim tshiab heev uas ua pov thawj txog kev paub ntau, kev xav thiab kev txawj ua ntawm cov kws tsim qauv. Node Node xav tias yuav yog ib qho khoom uas neeg hwm, qhuas thiab hlub, uas tshaj lij heev thiab tsim tshiab. Cov qauv tsim yeej A' Design Award Tooj no siv cov kev coj ua zoo tshaj plaws ntawm kev kos duab, kev tshawb fawb, kev tsim qauv thiab thev naus laus zis thiab zoo heev vim nws saib xyuas cov ntsiab lus. Node Node ua tau raws li cov kev xav tau zoo kawg, kov cov kev xav, ntxias cov kev xav thiab txhawb kev xav paub.

Tom Qab Qhov Tsim

Pob Xov Xwm

Cov credit, cov neeg pab thiab cov ntsiab lus kev txawj ntse muab los ntawm tus tsim.

Yam Tshwj Xeeb: Node project reimagines the traditional transformer substation as a functional yet aesthetically refined urban infrastructure element. Designed for both park and city environments, the structure is fully enclosed with no visible openings, ensuring maximum electrical safety and security. As dusk falls, soft, warm illumination from within transforms the substation into a visually striking landmark.

The creation of the images has been assisted by AI software, which was used to generate visual elements based on provided descriptions and design preferences. The AI was employed to enhance creativity, streamline the illustration process, and produce high-quality visuals efficiently.
Qhov Loj & Ntim: This compact 4m x 3m urban transformer substation is fully enclosed for security and electrical safety, with no visible windows or standard openings. Designed to blend into both urban and industrial environments, it combines functionality with modern aesthetics.

The exterior materials include corten steel, anodized aluminum, or composite basalt panels, ensuring weather resistance, durability, and low maintenance. The façade features laser-cut perforations in an organic pattern, creating dynamic light and shadow effects by day and soft LED illumination at night.

Built on a reinforced concrete foundation with hidden rainwater drainage, the substation remains stable and well-managed in all weather conditions. Surrounding elements such as stone pavement, gravel drainage, and metal bollards help guide pedestrians while discouraging unauthorized access.

The substation houses medium-voltage transformers (250–2500 kVA, 10–36 kV primary, 400–690V secondary). Cooling is provided through passive ventilation with optional forced cooling, and the enclosure meets IP54 or IP55 protection standards. Noise levels stay below 60 dB, and integrated grounding ensures electrical safety.

For security, the concealed access door maintains the design’s clean look while allowing maintenance access. Anti-graffiti and corrosion-resistant coatings enhance durability. LED backlighting, controlled by motion sensors or timers, provides subtle nighttime illumination.
Cov Ntsiab Lus: urban transformer substation, critical infrastructure, architectural integration, perforated metal design, concealed access, passive cooling, modern urban design, sustainable infrastructure, electrical safety, public space aesthetics
Thev Naus Laus Zis Tsim Khoom: The transformer substation is constructed using advanced fabrication techniques and durable materials, ensuring both structural integrity and aesthetic quality.

The substation is built with a reinforced steel or concrete core, providing a secure, fully enclosed space for electrical components. The structure is engineered to meet strict safety regulations and withstand harsh environmental conditions in both urban and park settings.

The outer shell consists of weathered corten steel or high-performance aluminum panels, chosen for their durability, low maintenance, and ability to develop a natural patina over time. These panels are laser-cut with precision to create an intricate, artistic perforation pattern.

Integrated LED backlighting is embedded behind the perforated façade, creating a soft, ambient glow at night while ensuring energy efficiency and minimal light pollution.
Kev Sib Tw Tsim Qauv: The greatest challenge was balancing technical functionality with aesthetic integration. Transformer substations are critical infrastructure, requiring strict safety, ventilation, and accessibility standards, yet they often disrupt urban aesthetics. The team overcame this by designing a fully enclosed unit with concealed access, passive cooling, and artistic perforations. External challenges included safety regulations, material durability, and production feasibility, ensuring compliance without compromising design.
Kev Tshawb Fawb: This research focuses on integrating essential infrastructure into urban and natural landscapes without compromising safety or functionality. The objective was to design a secure, aesthetically refined transformer substation that blends seamlessly into its surroundings while ensuring optimal electrical performance.

The methodology combined architectural analysis, material research, and energy efficiency studies. Data was collected through case studies of existing substations, urban integration models, and safety regulations. Simulation tools were used to test structural resilience, thermal performance, and visual impact in different environments.

Participants included urban planners, electrical engineers, architects, and designers, who collaborated to optimize both technical and aesthetic aspects. Prototypes were tested for noise reduction, security, and energy efficiency.

The results demonstrated that an enclosed, perforated façade substation with concealed access enhances both urban safety and architectural harmony. Insights show that modern substations can become functional public art, improving city aesthetics, public acceptance, and infrastructure reliability.

This research impacts urban development, infrastructure design, and energy distribution, proving that essential electrical components can be both high-performing and visually integrated into modern cities. The project sets a new standard for blending infrastructure with design, influencing future urban planning, business investment in aesthetic infrastructure, and the perception of public utilities.
Kev Txhawb Siab: The Node project draws inspiration from the intersection of infrastructure, art, and urban integration, transforming a traditionally utilitarian structure into a harmonious architectural element. The design is influenced by organic patterns found in nature, such as fireflies, constellations, and rippling water, which are reflected in the precision-cut perforations on its surface.
Lub Sij Hawm Ua Hauj Lwm: The project’s conceptual development began in 2019, with the design phase officially commencing in autumn 2024. The substation is intended for deployment in various urban and park environments, integrating seamlessly into different architectural contexts.
Txheej Txheem Ua Hauj Lwm: Transformers are critical to the electrical grid, ensuring a stable and safe power supply for cities. This substation converts high-voltage electricity into usable levels for homes and businesses, preventing overloads and maintaining reliability. Fully enclosed with a concealed maintenance door, it blends into its surroundings while reducing noise and enhancing safety. Its efficient cooling and durable design make it a vital, resilient part of modern infrastructure, keeping the grid running smoothly.
Cov Patent: Copyright Tomi Rantasaari
Cov Tswv Cuab Pab: Tomi Rantasaari, CEO, Head of Design
Kev Qhuas Duab: Copyright Tomi Rantasaari / Skyline Legal Oy