Porous Therapy

HONOURABLE MENTION of Meditation Roofs

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Meditation Roofs

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Porous Therapy – Sustainable Rooftop Revitalisation: Modular Adaptability for Urban Wellbeing

Team

Name: Jingzhe, Yeo

Instagram: @jingzhe_00

Nationality: Singaporean

Institution / Company: Singapore University of Technology and Design

Porous Therapy reimagines HDB residential rooftops as dynamic spaces for meditation and community engagement to enhance urban living. Through innovative assembly of recycled materials, it taps into the concept of biophilic design to create adaptable environments conducive to mindfulness practices. While existing residential rooftop adaptations prioritise solar energy, Porous Therapy expands this paradigm by integrating water and biophilic elements, enriching the sensory experience and fostering a deeper connection to nature.

Diverse configurations of ceramic cylinders are strategically positioned to serve multiple functions across the rooftop landscape. Along the walkways, modules double as vessels for vertical gardens, inviting residents to engage in walking meditation while nurturing communal greenery. In secluded corners, cylinders form dome-like enclosures for seated meditation, harnessing natural light and ventilation to cultivate breathable spaces. During rainfall, their porous structure cools the air and produces soothing water sounds, enhancing the meditative atmosphere. An integrated rainwater collection system sustains the greenery, emphasising the project’s commitment to sustainability.

Porous Therapy creates accessible meditation spaces in urban settings by leveraging ceramic cylinders to optimise airflow and flexibility in design, minimising energy consumption while maximising the therapeutic benefits of mindful practices. It promotes wellness and community cohesion amidst the high-rise landscape.

Jury Comments

• The proposal combines a sensory experience of the elements, while offering a sanctuary for relaxation and contemplation. -Olav Bruin
• So thoughtful and beautifully done! -Studio MUKA
• Porosity is an interesting issue in architecture, but this should have an impact on architecture…. take a look at the work of MVRDV or TheWhyFactory.