Discover the urban development project in Zichron Yaakov, Israel – a mixed-use space designed to honor the memories and dreams of the past, while embracing innovation for a strong future. Situated directly across from the famous winery, this project breathes new life into a historic settlement with a dynamic public square, commercial and office spaces, apartments, and cultural amenities.
Project Name: Memories & Dreams, Zikhron Jaakov, Israel
Architecture Firm: Moshe Katz Architect
Website: www.moshekatz.net
Project location: Zikhron Jaakov, Israel
Gross Built Area: 4500 sqm
Tools used: autocad/ rhinio 3d/ 3d max/
Principal Architects: Moshe Katz Architect
Visualization: Moshe katz architect
Built area: 4500 sqm
Site area: 2000 sqm
Design year: 2018/9
Client: Private
Status: unbuilt/ preliminary design
Typology: Residence/ Apartment building/ Urban design/ Urban development/ Commercial/
Drawing inspiration from the natural landscape and ancient structures, the three classic shapes of the circle, triangle, and square are carefully woven throughout the development. The circle is the heart of the public space with dynamic arches and facades, while the square represents the realm of the residences, elevating above the urban square below. Triangles symbolize the echo of nature, providing a unique design element to each roofline and creating stunning skylight effects in the interior spaces.
Ground-level coffee shops, commercial areas, and recreational spaces for children create a vibrant atmosphere that connects the lower and upper levels of the city, while art galleries and design offices provide a contemporary cultural expression to this center of attraction.
Experience the dream of a local spirit, where urban and natural dimensions meet to create a space in motion. With its roots firmly planted in the past and the most courageous dreams of the future, this urban development project is the perfect blend of innovation and tradition.
