Architecture, Building and Structure Design 272 Hedges Avenue Pedestal Architecture by Rafael Contreras The two-story pedestal base of 272 Hedges Avenue in Gold Coast, Australia, brings a human scale to the residential tower and creates a contextual connection with the surroundings. As urbanization grows, it separates humans from nature. The pedestal merges the built and natural environments, improving the area and community. Advanced design techniques and products were used by Contreras Earl Architecture to create a biologically informed and digitally engineered design. The pedestal is a unique and site-specific solution that contributes to the evolution of architecture and urban development, benefiting inhabitants and the environment.
Platinum A' Design Award Winner
272 Hedges Avenue Pedestal Architecture by Rafael Contreras is an esteemed winner of the A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award. 272 Hedges Avenue Pedestal Architecture earned the Platinum A' Design Award in 2023 and is showcased on Architectural Design Winners among other outstanding designs. Explore the project details, discover other works by Rafael Contreras and see why 272 Hedges Avenue Pedestal Architecture design stands out from its competition.
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Architecture, Building and Structure Design 272 Hedges Avenue Pedestal Architecture by Rafael Contreras The two-story pedestal base of 272 Hedges Avenue in Gold Coast, Australia, brings a human scale to the residential tower and creates a contextual connection with the surroundings. As urbanization grows, it separates humans from nature. The pedestal merges the built and natural environments, improving the area and community. Advanced design techniques and products were used by Contreras Earl Architecture to create a biologically informed and digitally engineered design. The pedestal is a unique and site-specific solution that contributes to the evolution of architecture and urban development, benefiting inhabitants and the environment. 272 Hedges Avenue Pedestal earned the Platinum A' Design Award, the highest level of recognition in the A' Design Award & Competition. Platinum A' Design Award winner works combine outstanding originality with advanced technical mastery, and are selected by a grand jury, as the very best entries in their respective categories, after fair, ethical, meritocratic and independent academic review, where nominated designs are voted through blind peer-review process on pre-established, publicly-available evaluation criteria.
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