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The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners
The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas, | International Design Awards Winners

The Seed: A New Farming System that Bridges Urban and Rural Areas

UniversitySavannah College of Art and Design
Lead DesignersZiheng Li
Project LocationChengdu, China
Prize(s)Silver in Other Architectural Designs / Conceptual Architectural Designs
Entry Description

This project, set between urban and rural zones, creates a buffer to retain rural populations and bridge the city with the countryside. Centered on a "Seed" concept, it combines vertical and traditional farming through adaptable 8m x 8m modular units that expand and adapt to form interconnected courtyards and streets for community interaction. Integrated dye workshops and factories support local crafts and farmer income. Glass farming modules ensure light transmission and multifunctional spaces. Solar tiles replace traditional roofing, underscoring sustainability and aesthetic integrity.