Before We Say, Goodbye is a spatial narrative exploring the quiet threshold between living and leaving. Where memory, grief, reflection, and the celebration of life coexist. The project responds to the absence of dignified, emotionally supportive environments for individuals with terminal illnesses and their loved ones, allowing remembrance and parting at their own pace. Rather than framing farewell as a single moment, it becomes a journey of transition expressed through voids, circulation, and intimate programs. Aligned with UN SDG 3, the project supports mental and emotional well-being in a secular, non-clinical setting.

Category
Good Health and Well-being

Design Futures
Award 2026
Care Category
Merit

Diploma in
Interior Architecture & Design

Aqeelah Hani

Key Skills

Conceptual Development
Human-centered Design
Material Selection & Exploration

I am a graduating Interior Architecture & Design student who approaches design with empathy at its core. I believe designers must deeply understand their users, their emotions, behaviours, and lived experiences, and prioritise these insights in every decision. My work is often narrative-driven and people-centred, focusing on how space shapes movement, connection, and memory. Beyond aesthetics and function, I strive to create environments that are thoughtful, inclusive, and socially conscious, where design supports both individual well-being and collective experience.