World
Front
Design
Award
CHEN YU HSUAN
JingYi-Design
Landscape Design
Best Experimental & Conceptual Landscapes
Silver Prize


"This project offers an original and well-organized approach to urban beautification, creatively integrating substation boxes and smoking rooms with thoughtful design and practical vision."
- World Front Design Award Review
The urban beautification after the combination of the substation box and the smoking room
With the acceleration of urbanization, urban beautification has become a growing concern for governments and citizens around the world. The appearance of the city not only affects the quality of life of residents, but also affects the impression of foreign tourists and economic development. Therefore, how to effectively enhance urban aesthetics, reduce environmental pollution, and enhance citizens' sense of belonging to public spaces has become an important topic in today's urban planning and design. Substations, as part of urban infrastructure, are often disruptors of urban landscapes due to their poor exterior design. Especially in places like Taiwan, many substations are set up to provide necessary electrical support, but their visual incongruity affects the overall aesthetic of the street. Therefore, combining the substation box with the smoking room and beautifying the city through artistic design is undoubtedly an innovative idea worth exploring in depth. In many cities, the prevalence of smoking and its impact on the environment and public health cannot be ignored. With the improvement of health awareness, many countries have begun to implement strict smoking regulations, but there are still many places that lack clear legal regulations, causing smokers to discard cigarette butts at will and pollute the public environment. In this context, setting up dedicated smoking rooms to centrally manage smoking behavior and combining it with urban beautification strategies can undoubtedly enhance the overall image of the city and the quality of life of residents. Specifically, we will deeply analyze the current status of urban beautification and the challenges of smoking regulations, and propose innovative design ideas. Through literature reviews and case studies, we will explore how to enhance the aesthetics and functionality of cities through artistic design and high-tech means while respecting public health. First, we will review existing research on urban beautification and smoking regulations to sort out the current problems and challenges. Next, we will propose specific design proposals and evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of these facilities through experiments and data analysis. In terms of designing and testing the feasibility and effectiveness of combined facilities, we will pay special attention to how solar power generation can be used to support the operation of these facilities to achieve sustainable development goals. This design not only effectively eliminates the harm of secondhand smoke but also reduces dependence on traditional energy sources, further enhancing the city's environmental image. Ultimately, we will evaluate the beautification benefits of combining substations with smoking rooms, providing empirical evidence and policy recommendations for future urban planning. In conclusion, the motivation for this study stems from a deep reflection on current urban environmental issues and the urgent need to enhance urban beautification. In an era where globalization and urbanization intertwine, we need to continuously explore innovative solutions to address increasingly severe environmental challenges. Therefore, the combination of substation boxes and smoking rooms is not only an attempt at urban beautification but also an important measure to improve public health and environmental quality. Through this research, we hope to provide valuable insights for urban planners, designers, and policymakers, promoting the harmonious coexistence of cities and humans, and paving the way for future urban development.