Mtown Makadi Heights Centro by Innovation Design Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award de Ferro in Planeamento Urbano e Design Urbanístico Competition Category.
FerroPlaneamento Urbano· 2024
Mtown Makadi Heights Centro
Client: Innovation Design Studio
A' Design Award de Ferro Winner in Planeamento Urbano Category
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The Design
About Mtown Makadi Heights Centro
O design de Mtown gira em torno de um eixo central, incorporando quarteirões para conectar o projeto ao núcleo principal. Praças intimistas entre os conjuntos oferecem experiências diversas. A criação de um corredor verde com vista para o parque central promove uma conexão mais profunda com a natureza. O design prioriza o bem-estar, considerando os efeitos sociais, físicos, mentais e emocionais sobre os ocupantes e comunidades. O projeto reflete uma abordagem holística focada em espaços centrados no bem-estar e na caminhabilidade. Um dos principais objetivos é tornar a caminhada agradável durante todo o ano, adicionando áreas sombreadas ao longo do eixo.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award de Ferro
Mtown Makadi Heights Centro conquistou o A' Design Award de Ferro, um reconhecimento prestigiado atribuído a bons designs que cumprem os requisitos profissionais e industriais esperados de criações bem concebidas. Os vencedores do Ferro demonstram grande habilidade, elevada especialização, compreensão especializada e capacidade criativa dos seus criadores. Espera-se que Mtown Makadi Heights Centro seja uma criação muito considerada, admirada e estimada, prática e inovadora. Este design vencedor do A' Design Award de Ferro integra as melhores práticas do setor e tem características técnicas competentes associadas a conhecimento especializado e talento. Pela sua minúcia, Mtown Makadi Heights Centro merece respeito e destina-se a proporcionar melhorias na qualidade de vida que ajudam a tornar o mundo num lugar melhor.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- M-Town design revolves around a central spine, incorporating building blocks to connect the project with the main node. Intimate piazzas between clusters offer diverse experiences. Creating a green spine overlooking the central park, promotes a deeper connection with nature. The design prioritizes well-being, considering social, physical, mental, and emotional effects on occupants and communities. The design reflects a holistic approach focusing on well-being-centric space and walkability.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Land Area:197,000 sqm
Footprint: 20%
BUA: 101,500 sqm
Level difference 23 meters
Land Dimensions: 655m x 420m
46% of the Built-up area is dedicated for residential units and the rest is dedicated for the retail, commercial, hotels and amenities.
Surrounded by residential neighborhoods - Tags
- downtown, Mixed-use, spine, spiralspine, Mtown, Nightlife, alive, Integrated, Wellness, Walkabletown
- Production Technology
- The design was produced after a back and forth open discussions with the client to get a full understanding of their requirements. We started by introducing three different directions which gave us the opportunity to brainstorm with the client unlocking the full potential of our concept design. We used AutoCad, Sketchup, 3Dmax, Photoshop and InDesign to illustrate and present our design.
- Design Challenge
- The main challenge while designing this project was the level difference within the site and how to make use of that 20m difference creating an interesting integrated outdoor space. The other challenge was to come Up with an innovative downtown fabric and creating different vibe for each cluster connecting them all with the main spine harmoniously.
Another challenge is to keep this large open space walkable and safe for pedestrians without vehicles interference. - Research
- Our research was based on the site studies and analysis in terms of contour lines, level difference, climate impact, the surrounding and the accessibility to the site whether for vehicles or the pedestrians access. In addition to the sea view studies. Our research was also focusing how to incorporate the wellness principles within the design as we believe that the urban fabric and architecture has a high impact on the well-being of the end-user.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the unique shape of the land, the level difference within the land and the wellness concept. We are very keen to implement wellness principles within our design as we believe the urban and architecture fabric has a huge impact on the mood and well-being of the user.
The shape of the land effortlessly imposed the concept of the spiral spine connecting all the clusters and amenities with the main node and the sky piazza created as an outdoor amphitheater welcoming musical festivals. - Project Duration
- The design process started in September 2023 and the project is under construction, located in the heart of Makadi Heights, merely 20 minutes from Hurghada by the Red Sea in Egypt. Makadi Height stands as a central hub, situated at the peak of Makadi Bay, at an advantageous location, positioned 78meter above sea level.
- Operation Flow
- Crafted with meticulous attention, our
design philosophy centers on creating
an environment that seamlessly weaves
together all essential facilities and amenities.
The intention is to craft a fully integrated
town where every conceivable need is not
only met but exceeded.
Our commitment to thoughtful planning
ensures that residents experience the
epitome of convenience and comfort,
making each aspect of daily life effortlessly
accessible within this meticulously designed
community. - Team Members
- Design Director: Mahmoud Farouk, Managing Director: Alaa Abdel Hamid, Design Manager: Abdel Rahman Elshafay, Architect: Ibrahim Ismail, Architect: Mahmoud El Amir, Architect: Ahmed Helmy, Architect: Ahmed Aly, Architect: Ahmed Nazir, Architect: Moustafa Salah, Design Management: Sandy Sawiris
- Image Credits
- Main Image 3D Artist & Illustrator Atelier 23
Image #1 3D Artist & Illustrator Atelier 23
Image #2 3D Artist & Illustrator Atelier 23
Image #3 3D Artist & Illustrator Atelier 23
Image #4 3D Artist & Illustrator Innovation Design Studio
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