2024-05-06T20:41:46-04:00 https://archinect.com/news/article/150239576/students-from-harbin-institute-of-technology-create-a-memorial-design-to-pay-homage-to-those-impacted-by-covid-19 Katherine Guimapang 2020-12-01T13:21:00-05:00 >2024-03-15T01:45:58-04:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/1e/1e5d1576a38483d4e7b7c8c906066730.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>DesignClass created an open call for designers to create a local memorial that honors those affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.godesignclass.com/courses/CCMDC?ref=322d7e" target="_blank">The competition brief explained</a>, "This incredible loss is compounded for many families who were not able to say goodbye to their loved ones in person due to hospital safety measures or hold proper funerals because of the incredible scale of the situation."</p> <figure><p><a href="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/69/69ea84f63689aac10686102b08a377db.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;w=1028" target="_blank"><img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/69/69ea84f63689aac10686102b08a377db.jpeg?auto=compress%2Cformat&amp;w=514"></a></p><figcaption>According to DesignClass, the competition brief was inspired by Brazilian architect Leonardo Dias and his design entry that he later turned into a real life memorial for his town. Image courtesy of DesignClass</figcaption></figure><p>"In the face of these tragedies, how may a local community memorial honor those who have passed and bring solace to families [...]&nbsp;This is your challenge, design a local memorial that honors those who have been lost to Covid-19 and brings solace to your community."</p> <p>The competition received 145 project entries worldwide, and through public voting, the top projects were nominated. To learn more about th...</p>