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3rd Prize Katarzyna Jamiol

3rd prize

La Via dell' Acqua - Park in the Heart of the City of Quartucciu Italy

Katarzyna Jamiol

Supervisor: Urszula Forczek-Brataniec, Łukasz Stożek
Cracow University of Technology

Author's description

"La Via dell'Acqua, a public space initiative in Quartucciu, Sardinia, skillfully intertwines architecture and landscape design to introduce a new park along the Is Cungiaus River. This park not only provides a dynamic space for sports but also offers an inviting environment for people to enjoy the fresh air.In addressing the region's Mediterranean climate and the risks of heatwaves, the project incorporates a climate shelter inspired by Italian grottos. Fashioned from waterproof concrete, this shelter offers a safe haven during soaring temperatures. It especially caters to the well-being of older individuals for whom heatwaves pose significant health risks as the population of Italy is undoubtedly aging.

Functioning as a refuge during heatwaves, the shelter seamlessly transforms into a water retention reservoir during heavy rainfall, showcasing adaptability in the face of climate challenges. Engraved messages within the shelter educate on the impacts of climate change, resilient against potential water damage. This micro-scale initiative goes beyond environmental resilience—it champions the harmony between people and nature. The concrete walls of the shelter convey urgent messages, calling for collective action and envisioning a future where both humanity and the environment thrive together. La Via dell'Acqua stands as a testament to confronting global challenges through ingenious local solutions, ensuring a safe, educational, and vibrant space along the revitalized river."

Jury statement

"The project addresses the issue of climate change and the associated heat waves as well as their health effects on the urban population. In doing so, it addresses a very important and current issue. The jury considers the proposal of the design, the renaturation of a riverbed as well as the creation of cool retreats in times of great heat, which can be used as water retention in the cooler seasons, as a creative answer to this problem. The concept is also very convincing in terms of graphics and design."

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