Mtown Makadi Heights Qendra e Qytetit by Innovation Design Studio is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Çmimi i Hekurt A' Design Award in Planifikimi Urban dhe Dizajni Urban Competition Category.
HekuriPlanifikim Urban· 2024
Mtown Makadi Heights Qendra e Qytetit
Client: Innovation Design Studio
Çmimi i Hekurt A' Design Award Winner in Planifikim Urban Category
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The Design
About Mtown Makadi Heights Qendra e Qytetit
Dizajni Mtown bazohet në një shtyllë qendrore, duke përfshirë blloqe ndërtesash për të lidhur projektin me nyjën kryesore. Sheshe intime ndërmjet grupimeve ofrojnë përvoja të larmishme. Krijimi i një shtyllë të gjelbër me pamje drejt parkut qendror promovon një lidhje më të thellë me natyrën. Dizajni i jep përparësi mirëqenies, duke marrë parasysh efektet sociale, fizike, mendore dhe emocionale tek banorët dhe komunitetet. Dizajni pasqyron një qasje holistike të fokusuar në hapësira të orientuara drejt mirëqenies dhe në ecje të lehtë. Një nga qëllimet kryesore është ta bëjë atë një ecje të këndshme gjatë gjithë vitit, duke shtuar vende të hijezuara përgjatë shtyllës.
The Recognition
About the Çmimi i Hekurt A' Design Award
Mtown Makadi Heights Qendra e Qytetit është fitues i Çmimit të Hekurt A' Design Award, një njohje prestigjioze që u akordohet dizajneve të mira që plotësojnë kërkesat profesionale e industriale që priten nga krijimet e dizajnuara mirë. Fituesit e Hekurt shfaqin aftësi të madhe, specializim të lartë, kuptim ekspert dhe kapacitet krijues të autorëve të tyre. Mtown Makadi Heights Qendra e Qytetit pritet të jetë një krijim shumë i vlerësuar, i admiruar e i dashur, praktik dhe inovativ. Ky dizajn fitues i Çmimit të Hekurt A' Design Award integron praktikat më të mira të industrisë dhe ka karakteristika teknike të afta, të lidhura me njohuri dhe talent. Mtown Makadi Heights Qendra e Qytetit respektohet për përpikërinë e tij dhe është dizajnuar për të ofruar përmirësime të cilësisë së jetës që ndihmojnë ta bëjnë botën një vend më të mirë.
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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