Arnott Ferels

Riyadh Dream Villas

Designing with a Biomimetic Approach

Riyadh Dream Villas - Arnott Ferels
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Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Details
Master’s Design Studio 2: Collaborative work in the International Competition by YAC (Young Architects Competitions)
Course
Architectural Design Studio
Role
Conceptual; Analysis; SubD modeling; Visualization
Contributor
Arnott Ferels; Fikri Azmi
Abstract
This project focuses on the design of ‘dream villas’ in desert environments, catering specifically to extravagant users. Employing an environmentally conscious approach, the design incorporates biomimicry to address site-specific challenges unique to the arid landscape. The villas feature dramatic and contextually relevant shapes that contribute to their aesthetic appeal and seamless integration into the neighborhood. By adopting an asymmetrical fluid form methodology, inspired by biomimicry, and incorporating inner courtyards in each villa, the design effectively tackles sustainability challenges associated with the desert climate. In conclusion, the project achieves a harmonious balance, prioritizing the comfort of residents both indoors and outdoors in a novel and refreshing manner.
Instructor
Widiyani
Advisor
M. Prasetiyo Effendi Yasin; Roro Diah Asih Purwaningrum
Cite
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Contents

Sectional Perspective
Sectional Perspective
Perspective
Perspective
DaylightingMixed-useGreen spacesGreen spacesWind catcherRainwater collectionSkylightVoid/AtriumPrivate gardenDesert-responsivearchitectureSustainablearchitectureInnercourtyard
Concept
Fluid shapeBiophilic aestheticsIntegrated spaceDesert-responsive designExclusive & high-endBiomorphic designBiomimetic/OrganicArchitectureParametricmodeling
Design Approach

Mass Transformation

Step 1: Initiating the process with initial zoning considerations for the villas
Step 1: Initiating the process with initial zoning considerations for the villas
Step 2: Programming each villa with an inner courtyard as a central/main feature
Step 2: Programming each villa with an inner courtyard as a central/main feature
Step 3: Designing roof shapes based on the contextual characteristics of the surroundings
Step 3: Designing roof shapes based on the contextual characteristics of the surroundings
Step 4: Introducing openings strategically, considering the superimposed projection of circulation underneath or below
Step 4: Introducing openings strategically, considering the superimposed projection of circulation underneath or below

Features

Exploded axonometric
Exploded axonometric
Site Plan
Site Plan

Perspective

The Bridge at the heart of the Villas
The Bridge at the heart of the Villas
The main entrance
The main entrance
The oasis inside the Villa A
The oasis inside the Villa A
Garden area (backyard)
Garden area (backyard)

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