Synthesis Lab

  • Prize
    Winner in Conceptual Designs
  • Designer
    Elizaveta Rimar
  • School
    Arts University Bournemouth
  • Location
    Bournemouth, UK
  • Project Date
    November 2025
  • Web URL

The project creates a unique space in Bournemouth — a "Synthesis Lab" of science and art. It unites scientists, engineers, and artists under one roof for collaborative work. The building houses a coworking space, a scientific laboratory, a ceramics studio, and residential apartments. The architecture is based on an open layout that encourages chance encounters and collaboration. Special attention is paid to materials — concrete, glass, and metal — which form an honest and inspiring environment. The project includes a "housing ladder": from studios to family lofts, allowing the community to grow. The goal is to become a catalyst for innovation, where creative experimentation meets technical analysis. This is a place not only for work but also for education, exhibitions, and dialogue with the city. "Synthesis Lab" aims to change Bournemouth's cultural and economic landscape by retaining talent in the region. Ultimately, the project serves as a model for future urban ecosystems based on interdisciplinary collaboration.