Dissolving the Dead | Urban Bio-Crematorium Part 2 Project 2020 Jamie Parish Robert Gordon University | UK Architecture should be at the forefront of the celebration of death as this is the last time mourners can pay their respects to loved ones. When death occurs, sustainability is generally not considered, we do our part to preserve the planet when we are alive but when we die we are typically cremated which produces 320kg of carbon dioxide. A new bio-cremation process will be at the forefront of the process after death, the technology uses one-quarter of the energy in comparison to traditional flame cremation.The design guides guests along their journey, which adapts their sense and perception of space through different lighting, vegetation, colour, and textures. Three cubes float above the pigment walls act as a heavenly concept which applies the philosophy of spirits rising above the human scale. On the conclusion to the service, mourners depart through the second phase which offers an experience through trees and birds habiting to build on the philosophy of the deceased being reincarnated. Facing towards the urban context, plaques with names of the deceased are recessed within the perimeter wall. The deceased becomes a part of the building for loved ones to reflect on their loss for decades to come. Tutor(s)Mr Neil Lamb