9Unveiling Biodiversity: A Natural History Museum The Natural History Museum Complex in Teknaf, Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, serves as an innovative and comprehensive hub for the exploration and preservation of the region's rich biodiversity. Situated in a biodiversity hotspot, this complex integrates marine, inland water, and terrestrial ecosystems, creating a dynamic journey through various galleries.
99A Journey Beneath the SurfaceSonadia Island is a small (spans approximately 9 sqkms) picturesque island located off the coast of Cox's Bazar in Bangladesh. Sonadia serves as a critical habitat for several endangered species, including migratory birds and marine turtles making it a significant ecological site in the region. Despite its ecological significance, the island remains largely
144Exploring the Deep: An Oceanarium ComplexThe Oceanarium Complex on Sonadia Island spans 720 acres, showcasing marine biodiversity through multi-zone aquariums, research labs, and eco-friendly amenities. Designed to conserve endangered species, promote education, and support local communities, it fosters sustainable tourism while positioning Bangladesh as a leading eco-tourism destination.
0Unveiling BiodiversityThe natural history museum complex focuses on biodiversity hotspots, with a particular emphasis on areas of Bangladesh where a high number of species are found exploring marine, freshwater, and terrestrial ecosystems. The design prioritizes the protection of the seaside landscape and withstand vulnerability of cyclone and engagement of steel structure.
1Underwater SanctuariesThe bell spider, celebrated for its extraordinary biological adaptations, serves as a compelling model for biomimicry. This innovative project invites both divers and non-divers to embark on a transformative journey that seamlessly blends cultural reverence, sustainable innovation, and immersive exploration.
1People's Choice AwardTela Del MarTela Del Mar stands as a harmonious fusion of architecture, ecology, and tourism, positioned on the coastline of Isla Mujeres as a gateway to the underwater marvels of MUSA (Museo Subacuático de Arte).
0Hydro Shell Nexus The Hydro Shell Nexus is a biomimetic floating research laboratory designed to study coral reefs in Punta Nizuc, Cancun, Mexico, with minimal environmental impact. Inspired by clams, lobsters, and coral, its biomimicry sustainable design features underwater viewing pods, a clam-shaped front for coral growth, and lobster-inspired fins housing an air system.
0Coral CommuneCoral Commune presents an innovative underwater structure that goes beyond traditional gallery spaces. Designed as a multi-programmatic platform, it seamlessly integrates art, research, and conservation to create a harmonious relationship with the marine environment.
49People's Choice AwardPeople's Choice AwardTHE TALE OF MARINE LIFE : A SEA AQUARIUM COMPLEXA live marine aquarium is a unique type of aquarium designed to replicate and display marine ecosystems found in the ocean. This live marine aquarium in Bangladesh's Sonadia, The Hidden Chamber of the Ocean, promotes biodiversity, education, research, conservation, and environmental advocacy through 3D displays, auditorium, library, and café.
0CoralCatalystCoralCatalyst marine research lab that prioritizes the rehabilitation of vulnerable coral reef systems through fragmentation metaphorically and phyiscally.
9ZOOTOPIAThe Earth was destroyed, and man's hand finally reached the resource-rich Moon.Unfortunately, now the animals on the earth have been extinct, they miss those animals, and in memory of them for the purpose of creating their future moon paradise, and named it "zootopia".