Stefano Boeri Architetti has been declared the winner of the international competition for the redevelopment of a former industrial site in downtown Bratislava. The project includes the transformation of one of the largest abandoned areas in the Slovak capital, with the aim of creating an active new central hub for the city, complete with parks and public spaces, residential units, and a variety of amenities. According to the architects, the Urban Oasis project sought to create a design solution that optimizes the conditions of the site, including natural light, humidity, and wind exposure, ensuring a balanced microclimate to mitigate the urban heat island effect.