esraa kandil
student
Faculty of Fine Arts, Alexandria University in Alexandria
Egypt
Interior Design
The idea of this project is to present the work of Top Line, an Egyptian company that has been operating for over 30 years in the field of marble and granite… more
Yefan Liu
advisor
Savannah College of Art and Design
United States of America
Yefan Liu is a product designer whose work bridges consumer experience, brand storytelling, and… more
The proposal exemplifies socially conscious design with remarkable emotional intelligence. Translating the idea of “dignity” into a spatial narrative rooted in empathy and care, it offers architecture as therapy. The cultivation-stage concept beautifully frames recovery as growth, while materiality and light embody safety and warmth. This project stands as a moving and methodical example of design for social healing.
My advice is to deepen the multisensory dimension—consider how color, acoustics, and tactile variation can support comfort and recovery. Detailing how residents interact with outdoor areas and community partners could enrich the project’s social integration. Further illustrating adaptability for future use would strengthen its long-term viability.