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Radical Innovation Design Competition Finalists
Five Finalists of 8th Annual Radical Innovation Competition
Arno Matis Architecture, Vancouver, BC, Canada
This year, the Radical jury selected three professional finalists to compete for the grand prize. Each was asked a few questions to provde some information about the design team behind the concepts.
First up, Arno Matis, founder of his Vancouver-based namesake company, takes us through his inspiration, ambitions, and the inherent challenges in realizing his sophisticated, sustainable solution, the Vertical Micro-Climate Resort.
Tell us about Vertical Micro-Climate.

Vertical Micro-Climate Resort uses natural thermal and solar technology to warm and brighten resort grounds, providing a brighter, warmer, year-round indoor/outdoor resort living experience within temperate northern climates.
What inspired your concept"

This fall, winter, and spring were particularly dreary in Vancouver. After 6 months, I really started to feel the effects of the weather, particularly the lack of natural light and ability to spend time outdoors. My work schedule did not allow me to travel south, so I started thinking of alternatives. This happened to be when I was working on this resort site concept.

What makes Vertical Micro-Climate unique...