መሶብBASED HARMONY

Mesob (Amharic: መሶብ) is a woven basket made from locally grown and partially dyed grass and palm leaves known for strength and durability.

This specific design concept is inspired by the Mesob (woven basket) also called the Pride of Tigray. The goal of this concept is for the users to leave the facility as self-sufficient individuals with a sense of purpose, renewal, and lasting impressions. This facility features harmony, transparency, and flow to create spaces that foster a journey of healing and connection. The natural colors and shapes of the Mesob are incorporated into the furniture design, space layout and decorative accessories. Vibrant tones will be used throughout the materials and texture of the space creating a unique and restorative escape. The concept will give the users a sense of hope and stability to become self-sufficient individuals by the end of their journey.

Day Care Clergy

Wellness Staff

Mall

School/University

Grocery Store

Restaurants

A large one-story building with a wavy roof nestles into an oasis of cultivated green space in the heart of the city center.

The building is divided into three main zones public, private & In the heart and core of the facility lies the courtyard that acts as a binding element between the interior and exterior spaces.

Farmers Market

Parks

Church

Design Factors

Accessibility

The aim is to acquaint a facility that is accessible and comforting for the community.Examples: Universal design, ADA, Human Centered Design theories

Independent Living

Incorporating amenities that will support the user's physical health as well as their psychological wellbeing. This can be implemented through the access of different activities.

Psychological Health

The facility will be designed to allow access to nature through the use of natural elements as well as biophilic design throughout the spaces.Multiple views to outdoors through the implementation of glass windows will also be implemented

Social Interaction

Creating spaces that help the users have a more active and engaged social life in order to induce a sense of belonging and purpose. Eg. creating a comfortable furniture arrangement with variety seating options, Soft lighting/giving the users the ability to control the lighting.