The ‘Solar Sinter’ project by student Anders Eugen Lund from the Royal Danish Academy, under the supervision of Runa Johannesen, won the Daylight Investigation category. Inspired by the rural population of Rajasthan, who live in clay-clad adobe houses, this project addresses a common problem: monsoon rains that damage clay walls, requiring regular repairs. ‘Solar Sinter’ proposes to use a Fresnel lens to sinter the clay, transforming it into more resistant ceramic, thus reducing the workload of the inhabitants while preserving the traditional architecture. The jury praised the impact of the project, which offers a practical, CO2-neutral solution to a real-life problem. Explore the Global winning projects here |
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