Physical Model – Water scarcity and wastage represent critical challenges in our era, underscoring the urgency for sustainable solutions. Recognising this imperative, Calderone embarked on a mission to blend nature with innovative design and materials, deviating from conventional practices to pioneer advancements in both ecological and structural aspects of architecture. My journey began with a deep dive into the micro-components of a rose petal, marveling at its remarkable interactions with water. This exploration served as a precedent research, inspiring me to envision a rooftop equipped with a concealed, state-of-the-art system. This system, ingeniously integrated within the structure, swiftly converts rainwater into potable water through advanced filtration mechanisms. In my design model, I portray a functional water system where rainwater cascades from the rooftop in a manner reminiscent of a natural waterfall. This symbolic representation not only harnesses the beauty of nature but also embodies the efficient utilization of water resources, guiding them to a reservoir or collection point for further use.

Elevation – This elevation depicts the rear facade of the building (in context), offering a glimpse through the window, into the harmonious integration of the yoga studio and spa area.

Rainflow Yoga Studio – Within the architectural framework, Calderone envisioned the creation of a paradigm-shifting Yoga and Pilates Centre, seamlessly harmonising with the surroundings. Augmenting this focal point are bespoke wellness amenities namely, a sauna, steam room, and pool bath crafted to provide a comprehensive sanctuary for holistic well-being. Aligned with an unwavering dedication to environmental stewardship, the project incorporates state-of-the-art rainwater harvesting systems, with a depuration system the aliments the pool water. Be- yond their conventional utility, these systems serve a dual function—be- stowing a sustainable source of potable water and perpetuating the vitality of an invigorating pool.

Aquatic Arch R – For my design I choose to take inspiration from nature, by choosing to use the elegant form of a marine creature like a stingray. the influence of the stingray’s shape can be harnessed to create spaces that not only mimic the creature’s external form but also its inherent agility and adaptability, dynamic and multifunctional environments. The aerodynamic contours of a stingray can inform the overall structure, helping to enhance energy efficiency and flow within the building.

For the interior of the building, Calderone chose to create an immersive exhibition and art gallery and took inspiration from the shape and movement of a stingray. Calderone chose to represent an exhibition regarding the water, the studio is envisaged as a dual-purpose sanctuary for the exploration of interconnected themes: water, its preservation, the perils of waste, and the ramifications of environmental overheating. The immersive exhibition engenders a sensorial journey that beckons visitors to ponder the critical significance of water, its increasing scarcity, and the concomitant necessity for conscientious conservation. The studio’s second facet unfurls as an art gallery, exclusive in its dedication to the works of Claude Monet, a luminary celebrated for his profound visual interpretations of water and the ecosystems it nurtures.