Beach Bloom

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Beach Bloom

Firm

TrayStudio

Type

Cultural › Pavilion

STATUS

Concept

SIZE

0 sqft - 1000 sqft

BUDGET

$0 - 10K

“Beach Bloom” is a lifeguard stand design project that draws deep inspiration from Arabic cultural motifs, including flowers, feathers, boats (like the Dhow–a historical Arabic trading vessel), and traditional Arabic architecture. The structure features two layers of semi-overlapping curved panels that wrap the occupant in shelter from the Sun. The panels’ overall forms reference sails and feathers, signalling strength and protection, and the movement of air to cool its inhabitants. The panels’ composition evokes themes of layering and blooming, expressed by the Tribulus Omanense (Dubai sunflower), U.A.E.’s national flower. The interior space also pays homage to ‘Muqarnas’, a traditional Arabic architectural element, by forming a half domed canopy. Arabesque patterns are mapped on the panels, their openings informed by varied Solar exposure per orientation.

‍The project received Honorable Mention in the 2024 International Design Awards: Other Architectural Designs/Temporary/Pop-up Structures Category.