"ALL WATERFALLS LEAD TO WATER"
This design proposal intends to allow people of various abilities and impairments to collectively enjoy aquatic activities and bonding experiences in an inclusive environment. The existing conditions of the facility do not allow for this, deterring such advances through its solely orthogonal design and separated mobility.
To create a "program conscious" journey sequence, the proposal allows users to transition into the swimming pool program through an immersive sequence achieved through incorporating aquatic elements which lead users on. This is done with a flowing water channel which leads users to the changerooms as well as waterfalls creating noise which lure users towards entry points to the changerooms and pool entry. These features enhance the awareness of users, overall circulation, as well as provide support for individuals with auditory and visual impairment through employing sound and visual motion in the sequence.
In an effort to create a more inviting and welcoming environment - brighter, distinctive, and warmer colours are used in the proposal. The greater variety of bright visuals also aid in supporting those with partially impaired vision, allowing them to make clearer distinctions between spaces. Additionally, the proposal challenges the use of orthogonal walls, which may interfere with mobility for individuals who rely on tactile wayfinding. In order to provide a smoother wayfinding journey for such individuals and reduce user confusion, the proposal relies on curvilinear forms and spaces which transforms the wayfinding experience and creates more inviting spaces. The curved form is experimented with through playful spirallying forms in multiple instances which are adapted as ramp systems, a water slide, as well as clam-shaped bays and spaces which provide resting areas along the journey sequence and create spaces for socialization. Overall, the proposal offers a playful rethinking of the facility to promote greater aquatic excellence, inclusion, and community building.
(From competitor's text)
The jury appreciated this proposal for its presentation and interesting principles. However, the proposed ramp is very long and lacks resting areas, making it difficult for all users. There are concerns about relying on the sound of water for guidance. The pool slide is not appropriate for a sports center pool, which is intended for training.
(From jury report)
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