Intertwine Tuaoi Feoaiga by Miloni Shah is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Apamemea in Mamanu Fa'avae Competition Category.

ApamemeaFa'avae· 2024

Intertwine Tuaoi Feoaiga

by Miloni Shah

Client: Savannah College of Art and Design

A' Design Award Apamemea Winner in Fa'avae Category

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The Design

About Intertwine Tuaoi Feoaiga

E aofia i le aai ni vaega tele, fale, nofoaga tatala, ma tagata. Na musuia e Jan Gehl, o le Intertwine e tuufaatasia ai femalagaaiga faatele e faamuamua ai fegalegaleaiga faaagafesootai ma le faʻavae o le aai, o loʻo fautuaina fuafuaga atoatoa mo nofoaga faalematiti olaola ae taliaina le tuputupu aʻe o le aai ma ona luʻitau. O le faʻateleina o se auaʻiga e taulaʻi i tagata e faʻaleleia atili ai aafiaga tau tamaoaiga ma le siosiomaga e ala i mamanu o nofoaga fesootai tatala ma nofoaga faataitai. O le Intertwine, o se manatu vaʻaia mo le olaga taulaga i le aai. E faʻapipiʻi lelei le olaga i le aai e siitia ai fegalegaleaiga faaagafesootai ma faʻatamaoaigaina le aafiaga o le olaga i le aai.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Apamemea

O le A' Design Award Apamemea na manumalo ai Intertwine Tuaoi Feoaiga, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu ese e iloga i le fatufatuaʻi, le atamai ma le poto. O ē manumalo i le Apamemea o mea e iai le tomai atoa ma fatufatuaʻi mataʻina e faamaonia ai le poto masani tele, le mafaufau ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Intertwine Tuaoi Feoaiga e avea ma mea e vivii tele, ua pelepelea, e iloga i le tomai faapolofesa ma mea fou. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Apamemea e tuufaatasia ai faiga sili i le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi ma e sili ona lelei i le mataituina o mea itiiti. Intertwine Tuaoi Feoaiga e faamalieina matagofie manaʻoga, pa i manaʻo, faalataina lagona ma faaosofia le fia iloa.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Brno's transit system links the city center with trolleybuses, trams, and trains. Stops are strategically placed near amenities, enhancing convenience. The new gateway railway line prioritizes sustainability and integrates seamlessly with the built and natural environment. It features a central concourse plaza, tracks, a museum, a cycling track, and a city viewpoint, fostering vibrant centers and a sense of community.
Dimensions & Packaging: Site specifications: Width 302.8mm x Depth 339.6mm x Height 40mm Area: 102,852.20 sq.m. Track Area: 47,830.42 sq.m. Platforms: 7 (elevated 5.5m above ground) Construction materials: Precast concrete, steel pipe frame, ETFE panels, composite columns, and lightweight walls. Innovative Features: Morphogenic columns, transparent roof coverings, skylight openings, solar panels for sustainability, electric bike trails connecting waterfront and plaza areas, third level trails with restaurants, and museum displays.
Tags: Public Spaces, Social Interaction, Connectivity, Urban Fabric, Weaving, Transit System, Railway Station, Transportation Hub, Sustainable
Production Technology: Utilizing cutting edge technology, the production and realization process involves expertise in AutoCAD for precision, coupled with advanced 3D modeling in SketchUp, Rhino, Grasshopper, and 3ds Max. The final touch comes with realistic rendering using Lumion and Corona and enhanced visuals through Photoshop.
Design Challenge: Designing transit systems presents challenges in scalability and human connectivity. Achieving seamless integration between land and waterfront areas while prioritizing sustainability and human centric design enhances the daily commuting experience. Balancing the complexity of the macro scale infrastructure with the harmony of the micro scale urban fabric ensures a holistic and user riendly transit system.
Research: As part of an M.Arch thesis, the project delves into the pivotal link between urban transit and humancentric design. It investigates how mass transit rail systems can integrate harmoniously into urban settings, promoting social interaction and addressing commuter requirements. Through understanding this interplay, the project aims to craft welcoming and accessible urban spaces.
Inspiration: Brno's rich history as a royal stronghold and hub of Moravian nobility, alongside its turbulent 20th century past and current role as a bustling regional center, emphasizes the critical necessity of a robust transit system. Such a system would reflect Brno's resilience, connectivity, and dedication to progress, aiding residents and visitors in navigating its diverse cultural landscape.
Project Duration: The project was designed for the Historical city of Brno, Czech Republic. This design project was in Savannah, Georgia from September 2021 to June 2022.
Operation Flow: Brno's station prioritizes functionality, boasting efficient vehicular flow and seamless tram connections. Its open concourse encourages community engagement, with security facilities, market pods, amphitheaters, and a historical museum. Pedestrian friendly bridges facilitate connectivity and social interaction, offering panoramic views. The design aims for a pleasant, safe, and interactive space, addressing structural concerns with durable materials and prefabrication techniques.
Team Members: Rajkumar Maisheri: 3D Visualization.
Image Credits: Image #1: Render _ Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Arial 2022.
Image #2: Render _ Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Section 2022.
Image #3: Render _ Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Platform 2022
Image #4: Render _ Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Main Concourse 2022.
Image #5: Render _Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Enterance Plaza 2022.