Awarded in New York, the winners of the 2024 Radical Innovation Award: innovation drives the future of architecture and hospitality
On October 24, 2024, the 18th edition of the Radical Innovation Award took place at the captivating CURRENT venue in Chelsea Piers, a key event for design and hospitality in the United States. The gathering attracted 130 attendees, including designers, architects, and real estate leaders, who came together to celebrate the boldest and most forward-thinking solutions in the world of hospitality. The evening was hosted by Dan Ryan, founder of Defining Hospitality, who engaged the audience in a unique setting overlooking the Hudson River.
The winning projects: Innovation and Sustainability at the core
The competition, which honors the most innovative ideas from professionals and students, showcased projects poised to revolutionize the industry. Among the winners, H2O Loop, an innovative shower system that recycles water to minimize waste, earned the award for Best Student Product. Developed by Wu Yi-Chen and Prof. Li Kai-Chu from Ming Chi University of Technology, the project stood out for its blend of sustainability and functionality.
In the student project category, the winning entry was Hotel Cielo Colca, designed by Jeroboam Amador Bernal Rivera, Ximena Berenice Valentina Mejia Sotelo, and Ana Maria Diaz Gonzalez from Tecnológico de Monterrey Campus Toluca. The team was awarded $5,000 and the opportunity to apply for support and a scholarship.
Finally, in the professional category, the award went to The BBBL3 by HKS Architects and Roam Interior Design. This project combines advanced technology with nature-inspired design, offering an immersive multisensory experience that redefines interaction with spaces.
What is Radical Innovation?
Radical Innovation is an annual competition that recognizes the most visionary and bold ideas in the field of hospitality and design. Created to foster creativity and innovation, the event encourages professionals and students to propose projects that challenge conventions and redefine the hospitality experience. Participants present ideas ranging from groundbreaking architectural concepts to cutting-edge technological solutions, with a particular focus on sustainability and positive impact for the future of the industry.
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