The Wall
On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, 7284 group architects propose a sacred processional walk to the visitors of the 1960 Monument of Zaven Khedeshian in Bikfaya, Lebanon.
Through this procession, the violent and raw presence of the rock wall's facade becomes a cradle of emotions wherein lay the pain and anger of the Armenian people, ornamented with flowers and candles flickering with the breeze. Each area of historic Armenia that was subjected to the destructive genocide plan would have a representative token.
Against the flow of emotions coming from the rock wall, stands a plain silent wall. This wall acts like a guide, holding historical facts and dates relating to the genocide and gently leading the procession up towards a peak signaled by tall red colored rods. The rods create a tension in the visitor, reminiscent of the epoch of the Genocide. Once the visitor crosses them, he is faced with the first clear view of the kneeling Monument, stretched out to the heavens.
The awestruck visitor is now invited by the gentle slope leading down, towards the Monument. He/she can approach the Monument and view it from all angles until he reaches the court. He can now climb up towards it and pay his respect. He crosses the water feature on the floor which represents the outpouring of emotions of sorrow.
Group Project with 7284 Roula Gholmieh, Maissa Naim, Shoghag Ohannessian, Cedric Azzi.
Awarded 2nd place.
