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Sea Sync Community Vertical Fishery Eco Village by Renyi Zhang and Xianming Sang Receives the A' Design Award in Futuristic Design
Renyi Zhang and Xianming Sang recognized for futuristic design by the international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 16, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Sea Sync Community Vertical Fishery Eco Village by Renyi Zhang and Xianming Sang has been granted the A' Design Award in the Futuristic Design category. The recognition forms part of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who scored anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the A' Design Award Means
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
More About Sea Sync Community Vertical Fishery Eco Village
The Sea Sync Community in Hainan, China, redefines sustainable coastal living by merging traditional fishing culture with modern sustainability practices. This vertical village, home to over 8,300, exemplifies eco-efficiency and cultural preservation, utilizing solar and tidal energy, advanced recycling, and biodiversity support. Sea Sync champions a harmonious blend of human and natural ecosystems, emphasizing the preservation of heritage while innovating for a sustainable future.
About Renyi Zhang and Xianming Sang
Renyi Zhang is a senior architect and urban designer with a practice spanning the east and west coasts of the U.S. He earned his Master's degree in Architecture and Urban Design from the Harvard University Graduate School of Design (GSD). Following graduation, Renyi practiced at Sasaki and Perkins&Will, prestigious international firms. When he worked at these renowned firms, he engaged in diverse projects with clients from various backgrounds, both nationally and internationally.
Award Record
With this recognition, Renyi Zhang and Xianming Sang is a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Futuristic Design Award
The A' Futuristic Design Award is an international futuristic design competition recognizing cutting-edge futuristic design concepts from designers worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to futuristic designers, futuristic brands, futuristic architects and concept product designers from all countries. Entries typically include conceptual architectures, advanced robotics, innovative transportation systems, futuristic fashion designs, progressive furniture pieces and next-gen electronic gadgets. Awarded futuristic designs are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/futuristic
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/161447
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/161447
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!161447
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/354978
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Sea Sync Community Vertical Fishery Eco Village
- Function
- Vertical Fishery Eco Village
- Category
- Futuristic Design
- Discipline
- Design Strategy
- Industry
- Innovation and Design Industry
- Colors
- Light Gray, Antique White, Silver, Dark Slate Gray and Dark Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Renyi Zhang and Xianming Sang
- Country
- United States of America
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #161447
Credits
- Team
- Renyi Zhang & Xianming Sang
- Image Credits
- Creator Renyi Zhang & Xianming Sang, SeaSync Community Birdseye View, 2023.; Creator Renyi Zhang & Xianming Sang, SeaSync Community Entrance View, 2023.; Creator Renyi Zhang & Xianming Sang, SeaSync Community Tower View, 2023.; Creator Renyi Zhang & Xianming Sang, SeaSync Community Technic Axon View, 2023.; Creator Renyi Zhang & Xianming Sang, SeaSync Community Internal View, 2023. Video: Creator Renyi Zhang & Xianming Sang, SeaSync Community Intro, 2023.
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The SeaSync Sustainable Community in Hainan, China, pioneers sustainable coastal living. It integrates traditional fishing culture with modern technologies, featuring a vertical village that enhances eco-efficiency and cultural preservation. With over 8,300 inhabitants, it offers a model for future settlements, utilizing solar and tidal energy, waste recycling systems, and supporting biodiversity. SeaSync emphasizes harmony between human and natural ecosystems.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the urgent need for sustainable living and the rich heritage of Hainan's Dan Family, the designer envisioned SeaSync Sustainable Community. Drawing from biomimicry, traditional fishing villages, and cutting edge environmental technologies, the project blends ecological principles with cultural preservation. Research on circular economies, renewable energy, and coastal ecosystems underpins its innovative design, aiming to create a harmonious, self-sustaining community.
- Research
- It integrates renewable energy, circular economy principles, and traditional culture into a sustainable living model. The project emphasizes environmental stewardship, energy self-sufficiency, and cultural preservation. Through innovative design and technology, SeaSync aims to address urban sprawl and environmental degradation, offering a blueprint for future coastal communities.
- Challenge
- Design a sustainable, vertical coastal community in Hainan, integrating renewable energy, waste recycling, and local culture. Address challenges of limited land, environmental preservation, and rapid population growth. Aim for self-sufficiency, resilience, and harmony between traditional and modern lifestyles. The project should enhance biodiversity, promote community well-being, and set a new standard for sustainable coastal living.
- Realization and Technology
- The designer employed a holistic, multidisciplinary approach, blending architectural innovation with environmental science. Techniques included biomimicry, to mimic natural systems for efficiency; participatory design, involving community insights for cultural integration; and systems thinking, to ensure every design aspect contributes to sustainability. Research focused on renewable energy potentials and circular economy models was pivotal. These methodologies ensured a design that is both innovative and deeply rooted in local context and needs.
- Operation and Interaction
- Our new fishery skyscraper is designed like a self-sustaining village that rises up into the sky. It recycles almost everything - water, energy, and materials from fish farming. We've built it to make the most out of sunlight, sea waves, and even waste, turning them into power and resources. This reduces our need for outside supplies and helps keep the ocean clean. By breaking down waste and using it again, we're also helping to restore marine habitats like mangroves. It's our way of giving back to nature while supporting our community.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project was proposed in 2023 for Hainan Dan Family community in China.
- Specifications
- The primary tower stands at approximately 141 meters in height, with its width and length capable of expansion as required.
- Keywords
- Sustainable development, Coastal community, Renewable energy, Cultural integration, Circular economy
