Envisioning a Utopian-Dystopian Neighborhood in 2100 MX.
This project embarks on a visionary journey to reimagine the social and environmental fabric of a current neighborhood adjacent to Rio Atemajac in Guadalajara, MX, set in the year 2100. At the heart of our exploration lies the integration of the three pillars of sustainability, with a focus on the Santa Elena area. Here, we anticipate the challenges posed by global warming—higher temperatures, more frequent droughts—and envisage a utopian shift towards a regenerative mindset among future generations, profoundly influenced by their interactions with their changing surroundings.
Sustainable Materials and Construction:
- Our research delves into the potential of innovative sustainable materials for the construction of buildings and infrastructure. We explore questions such as:
- What breakthrough materials could redefine the future of construction in response to environmental changes?
- How will these materials enhance environmental sustainability and reshape human interaction with nature?
Aesthetics of Tomorrow:
- We challenge traditional architectural and urban planning paradigms by envisioning:
- Groundbreaking architectural shapes and designs that defy current norms and expectations.
- The aesthetic revolutions that question and transcend the conventional, paving the way for a reimagined urban landscape.
Socio-economic Evolution:
- Our vision extends to the socio-economic transformations necessary for a sustainable future:
- Identifying key sectors and systems ripe for innovation and rethinking to support this new way of life.
- Assessing the cultural impacts of these transformations on society and exploring the emergence of new professions and economic opportunities in this forward-thinking lifestyle.
By weaving together these threads of sustainability, aesthetics, and socio-economics, we aim to paint a comprehensive picture of life in Guadalajara's Rio Atemajac neighborhood by 2100—a vivid tableau of adaptation, innovation, and resilience.
This project was inspired and selected by Mexico Design Week 2020
