Oasis of Senses — ZHEER RAOUF

From Extraction to Restoration

Oasis of the Senses transforms the abandoned terraces of an open-pit mine in Mongolia into a sanctuary of care, reflection, and healing. Conceived as a hospice for individuals affected by the consequences of mining activities, the project reimagines a landscape once defined by extraction and environmental damage as a place of dignity, comfort, and hope. Through sensitive architectural interventions, the design establishes a meaningful connection between human well-being, nature, and the site's layered history.

Integrated into the existing terraced landscape, the architecture combines intimate living spaces, restorative gardens, and sheltered courtyards to create a peaceful environment for contemplation and connection. Drawing inspiration from traditional wind-catching structures, the design embraces natural ventilation, daylight, and the surrounding terrain. Oasis of the Senses ultimately seeks to transform a scarred landscape into a place of compassion, resilience, and renewal.

Where Architecture Nurtures Hope

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