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One Verdi Park Residential Development by X Architecture and Engineering Consult Wins the Bronze A' Design Award in Architecture, Building and Structure Design
X Architecture and Engineering Consult of X Architecture & Engineering Consult honored for architecture, building and structure design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 19, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that One Verdi Park Residential Development by X Architecture and Engineering Consult of X Architecture & Engineering Consult has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was decided through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Bronze A' Design Award
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
More About One Verdi Park Residential Development
One Verdi Park is a mixed-use development in Bucharest, Romania. The two towers contain apartments, offices and retail spaces, with a total constructed area of 42470 square meters. The structure is made of reinforced concrete pillars and beams. The facade uses a ventilated system with a white fiber cement finish, and high-performance glazing improves acoustic and thermal performance. A sky garden and a retail platform connect the two towers. Green terraces and shared spaces support interaction between residents and workers.
About X Architecture and Engineering Consult
XAE's technical and multidisciplinary nature supports the poetic spatial approach through study, experimentation and reflection in meaningful urban-scale projects. Walking through our spaces offers a kind of knowledge of the world through architecture. The multicultural experiences of over 30 architects stimulate creative talent and sense of spatial investigation. The result is a spatially complex architecture that responds to context and defines an innovative vision of the future.
About X Architecture & Engineering Consult
X Architecture & Engineering is an architecture company founded by Arch. Marius Calin with over 2 million sqm built or under construction. The projects are mostly mixed-use urban scale buildings.
Award Record
X Architecture and Engineering Consult of X Architecture & Engineering Consult is a winner of 2 A' Design Awards, including this recognition. The awards span the editions from 2023 - 2024 to 2024 - 2025 of the A' Design Award & Competition.
About the A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award
The A' Architecture Design Award is an international architectural design competition recognizing good architectural designs by best architects worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to architectural design studios, building contractors, structural engineering firms and architecture and design consultants from all countries. Entries typically include skyscrapers, museums, residential buildings, commercial complexes, educational institutions and religious structures. Awarded architectural projects are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/architecture
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/169349
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/169349
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!169349
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/353913
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.xarchitecture.eu/projects/residential/one-verdi-
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- One Verdi Park Residential Development
- Function
- Residential Development
- Category
- Architecture, Building and Structure Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture
- Colors
- Steel Blue, Royal Blue, Cornflower Blue, Dark Slate Gray and Dim Gray
- Images
- 5
The Recognition
- Laureate
- X Architecture and Engineering Consult
- Country
- Romania
- Brand
- X Architecture & Engineering Consult
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #169349
Credits
- Image Credits
- Photographer Architect Mădălina Roșca, X Architecture & Engineering Consult, 2024; Photographer Architect Mădălina Roșca, X Architecture & Engineering Consult, 2024â
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- One Verdi Park is a landmark mixed-use development redefining Bucharest’s skyline. The two towers integrate high-end residences, offices, and retail spaces, merging innovative design with sustainability. A bold structural approach enables panoramic views, while premium materials enhance elegance. The project prioritizes urban connectivity and green spaces, offering a seamless blend of luxury and functionality, setting a new benchmark for contemporary city living. Construction started during the pandemic, prompting a significant shift in plans. Originally intended as an office building, the first tower was converted into residential apartments.
- Inspiration
- One Verdi Park was inspired by Bucharest’s dynamic transformation and the need for a sophisticated urban landmark. The design merges architectural innovation with functionality, drawing from global best practices in high-rise living and sustainable development. Research in vertical density, energy efficiency, and urban integration guided the project, ensuring optimal use of space, natural light, and premium materials to create a refined, future-oriented living and working environment.
- Research
- The research for One Verdi Park focused on urban integration, energy efficiency, and high-rise living. The objective was to create a functional, sustainable, and visually striking mixed-use development. Using case studies, simulations, and BIM analysis, we assessed structural efficiency, environmental impact, and user experience. Insights from architects, engineers, and urban planners shaped the design, resulting in an optimized, future-ready development that enhances city living and real estate value.
- Challenge
- The creative challenge of One Verdi Park stemmed from the need to adapt the design in response to external factors, including the pandemic. Initially conceived as an office building, the first tower was converted into residential apartments after construction had already begun, with the three basement levels completed. This shift prompted a significant change in planning and design, while maintaining the towers’ connection via a sky garden and retail platform. Overcoming this challenge involved rethinking space usage and ensuring a seamless transition to an elevated residential experience.
- Realization and Technology
- One Verdi Park is built on a robust structural system of reinforced concrete pillars and beams, ensuring stability and efficiency. The façade features a ventilated system with a white fiber cement finish, providing durability, thermal performance, and a refined aesthetic. High-performance glazing enhances acoustic and energy efficiency, while BIM methodologies optimized design coordination. Prefabrication and modular construction techniques were employed to streamline execution and minimize waste.
- Operation and Interaction
- One Verdi Park offers a seamless experience by integrating living, working, and leisure spaces in a dynamic urban setting. The two towers maximize natural light and panoramic views, enhancing comfort and well-being. The ventilated façade improves energy efficiency, while smart design ensures smooth circulation between functions. Green terraces and shared spaces foster interaction, creating a balanced, modern lifestyle that adapts to residents' and professionals' evolving needs.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in 2020 in Bucharest and finished in 2023.
- Specifications
- Total constructed area is 42470 sqm
- Keywords
- Mixed-use development, sustainable architecture, high-rise living, residential conversion, urban design, energy efficiency, smart building, green spaces, structural innovation, adaptive reuse
