The Intelligent Ruin

This project is my bachelor thesis and explores the design of a multifunctional urban space responding to the increasing demand for flexible environments in densely populated cities. The assignment focused on creating an adaptive building that supports community interaction, recreation, and sustainability while allowing spaces to evolve according to user needs.

The design is centered around a concrete waffle slab structure, providing large open spans, structural efficiency, and spatial flexibility. A technical core organizes all vertical circulation and building services, enabling adaptable floor layouts enhanced by movable partition walls. The building includes a large central hall for public events, smaller modular rooms for creative and professional use, and multiple spatial features such as voids and terraces to enhance light, connectivity, and user experience.

The project also integrates strong landscape elements. An unpaved green zone with strategically placed trees encourages informal movement and relaxation, while the preservation of an existing concrete structure creates a covered outdoor recreational area with a skatepark and sports facilities. Additionally, a shared community garden strengthens social interaction and promotes sustainable living.

By combining rigid grid-based construction with organic spatial and landscape elements, the project aims to create a dynamic, adaptable, and community-oriented urban environment.