Levantplein 68
1019 MB Amsterdam
Netherlands
On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2026, Amsterdam-based art and design studio Rive Roshan was invited by Alcova to create Garden of Hope, a site-specific installation conceived as a space for reflection and reconnection.
The project takes shape in the Archivi area within the Baggio Military Hospital Complex, a site deeply embedded with historical memory that becomes an integral part of the narrative. Built in the early 20th century as a medical military site, the complex stands today as a poignant reminder of the fragile relationship between conflict and peace. Within this context, Rive Roshan activates a dialogue between past and present. The inspiration for the details of the totem work, have a strong reference to Art Deco, just as if to create a connecting bridge between the architecture and the surrounding garden, transforming a space marked by history into an environment dedicated to contemplation and the possibility of regeneration.
Over more than a decade, Rive Roshan has mastered the art of creating ethereal experiences. Their work explores the interplay of light and form to abstract the natural world, inviting viewers into immersive experiences that leave onlookers curious and inspired.
Garden of Hope unfolds as a sensorial experience exploring how art and design can influence our perception and state of being. The installation invites visitors to pause and reflect, proposing an alternative dimension in which light, material and sound come together to generate a sense of curiosity and openness.
At the core of the project are three monolithic structures with coloured glass marquetry panels, rising from the ground, engaging with the surrounding landscape through reflections and refractions. The glass panels are composed using a self-developed, unique glass marquetry technique that combines varying glass textures and effects into a single work. Within these structures, moving light elements create a dynamic choreography, using engineered lighting developed by Studio Ravenhorst, translating the frequencies and rhythms of a Persian anthem of resistance and hope into an immersive visual experience.
The reference to Persian culture extends to the symbolism of the tulip, traditionally associated with rebirth and memory. The project draws inspiration from the verse “Az khooneh javanan-e vatan laleh damideh” - “from the blood of the country’s youth, tulips have blossomed” - transforming a collective historical memory into a contemporary narrative centred on resilience, continuity and transformation. The version of the song that the choreography is based on is by AI generated, Iranian singer Nava created by Farbod Mehr.
For Rive Roshan, Garden of Hope represents both a personal reflection and a universal call for peace. The merging of Golnar Roshan’s Iranian-Australian heritage with Ruben de la Rive Box’s Dutch roots results in a project that reflects the complexity of the present, marked by tension and fragmentation, yet open to new forms of connection.
The installation stands as an invitation to recognise the strength of the collective dimension and the value of beauty as a necessary element, one that can offer new perspectives even in times of uncertainty.“In a world experiencing profound political tensions and conflict, Garden of Hope is our offering of light: a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect through a shared experience,” the designers state.
Through the interplay of light, colour and material, Rive Roshan creates an environment in which visitors are invited to reconsider their perspective, shifting their gaze from a condition of crisis towards a more open and conscious outlook.
Photography by Lucas Clemens
On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2026, Amsterdam-based art and design studio Rive Roshan was invited by Alcova to create Garden of Hope, a site-specific installation conceived as a space for reflection and reconnection.
The project takes shape in the Archivi area within the Baggio Military Hospital Complex, a site deeply embedded with historical memory that becomes an integral part of the narrative. Built in the early 20th century as a medical military site, the complex stands today as a poignant reminder of the fragile relationship between conflict and peace. Within this context, Rive Roshan activates a dialogue between past and present. The inspiration for the details of the totem work, have a strong reference to Art Deco, just as if to create a connecting bridge between the architecture and the surrounding garden, transforming a space marked by history into an environment dedicated to contemplation and the possibility of regeneration.
Over more than a decade, Rive Roshan has mastered the art of creating ethereal experiences. Their work explores the interplay of light and form to abstract the natural world, inviting viewers into immersive experiences that leave onlookers curious and inspired.
Garden of Hope unfolds as a sensorial experience exploring how art and design can influence our perception and state of being. The installation invites visitors to pause and reflect, proposing an alternative dimension in which light, material and sound come together to generate a sense of curiosity and openness.
At the core of the project are three monolithic structures with coloured glass marquetry panels, rising from the ground, engaging with the surrounding landscape through reflections and refractions. The glass panels are composed using a self-developed, unique glass marquetry technique that combines varying glass textures and effects into a single work. Within these structures, moving light elements create a dynamic choreography, using engineered lighting developed by Studio Ravenhorst, translating the frequencies and rhythms of a Persian anthem of resistance and hope into an immersive visual experience.
The reference to Persian culture extends to the symbolism of the tulip, traditionally associated with rebirth and memory. The project draws inspiration from the verse “Az khooneh javanan-e vatan laleh damideh” - “from the blood of the country’s youth, tulips have blossomed” - transforming a collective historical memory into a contemporary narrative centred on resilience, continuity and transformation. The version of the song that the choreography is based on is by AI generated, Iranian singer Nava created by Farbod Mehr.
For Rive Roshan, Garden of Hope represents both a personal reflection and a universal call for peace. The merging of Golnar Roshan’s Iranian-Australian heritage with Ruben de la Rive Box’s Dutch roots results in a project that reflects the complexity of the present, marked by tension and fragmentation, yet open to new forms of connection.
The installation stands as an invitation to recognise the strength of the collective dimension and the value of beauty as a necessary element, one that can offer new perspectives even in times of uncertainty.“In a world experiencing profound political tensions and conflict, Garden of Hope is our offering of light: a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect through a shared experience,” the designers state.
Through the interplay of light, colour and material, Rive Roshan creates an environment in which visitors are invited to reconsider their perspective, shifting their gaze from a condition of crisis towards a more open and conscious outlook.
On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2026, Amsterdam-based art and design studio Rive Roshan was invited by Alcova to create Garden of Hope, a site-specific installation conceived as a space for reflection and reconnection.
The project takes shape in the Archivi area within the Baggio Military Hospital Complex, a site deeply embedded with historical memory that becomes an integral part of the narrative. Built in the early 20th century as a medical military site, the complex stands today as a poignant reminder of the fragile relationship between conflict and peace. Within this context, Rive Roshan activates a dialogue between past and present. The inspiration for the details of the totem work, have a strong reference to Art Deco, just as if to create a connecting bridge between the architecture and the surrounding garden, transforming a space marked by history into an environment dedicated to contemplation and the possibility of regeneration.
Over more than a decade, Rive Roshan has mastered the art of creating ethereal experiences. Their work explores the interplay of light and form to abstract the natural world, inviting viewers into immersive experiences that leave onlookers curious and inspired.
Garden of Hope unfolds as a sensorial experience exploring how art and design can influence our perception and state of being. The installation invites visitors to pause and reflect, proposing an alternative dimension in which light, material and sound come together to generate a sense of curiosity and openness.
At the core of the project are three monolithic structures with coloured glass marquetry panels, rising from the ground, engaging with the surrounding landscape through reflections and refractions. The glass panels are composed using a self-developed, unique glass marquetry technique that combines varying glass textures and effects into a single work. Within these structures, moving light elements create a dynamic choreography, using engineered lighting developed by Studio Ravenhorst, translating the frequencies and rhythms of a Persian anthem of resistance and hope into an immersive visual experience.
The reference to Persian culture extends to the symbolism of the tulip, traditionally associated with rebirth and memory. The project draws inspiration from the verse “Az khooneh javanan-e vatan laleh damideh” - “from the blood of the country’s youth, tulips have blossomed” - transforming a collective historical memory into a contemporary narrative centred on resilience, continuity and transformation. The version of the song that the choreography is based on is by AI generated, Iranian singer Nava created by Farbod Mehr.
For Rive Roshan, Garden of Hope represents both a personal reflection and a universal call for peace. The merging of Golnar Roshan’s Iranian-Australian heritage with Ruben de la Rive Box’s Dutch roots results in a project that reflects the complexity of the present, marked by tension and fragmentation, yet open to new forms of connection.
The installation stands as an invitation to recognise the strength of the collective dimension and the value of beauty as a necessary element, one that can offer new perspectives even in times of uncertainty.“In a world experiencing profound political tensions and conflict, Garden of Hope is our offering of light: a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect through a shared experience,” the designers state.
Through the interplay of light, colour and material, Rive Roshan creates an environment in which visitors are invited to reconsider their perspective, shifting their gaze from a condition of crisis towards a more open and conscious outlook.
On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2026, Amsterdam-based art and design studio Rive Roshan was invited by Alcova to create Garden of Hope, a site-specific installation conceived as a space for reflection and reconnection.
The project takes shape in the Archivi area within the Baggio Military Hospital Complex, a site deeply embedded with historical memory that becomes an integral part of the narrative. Built in the early 20th century as a medical military site, the complex stands today as a poignant reminder of the fragile relationship between conflict and peace. Within this context, Rive Roshan activates a dialogue between past and present. The inspiration for the details of the totem work, have a strong reference to Art Deco, just as if to create a connecting bridge between the architecture and the surrounding garden, transforming a space marked by history into an environment dedicated to contemplation and the possibility of regeneration.
Over more than a decade, Rive Roshan has mastered the art of creating ethereal experiences. Their work explores the interplay of light and form to abstract the natural world, inviting viewers into immersive experiences that leave onlookers curious and inspired.
Garden of Hope unfolds as a sensorial experience exploring how art and design can influence our perception and state of being. The installation invites visitors to pause and reflect, proposing an alternative dimension in which light, material and sound come together to generate a sense of curiosity and openness.
At the core of the project are three monolithic structures with coloured glass marquetry panels, rising from the ground, engaging with the surrounding landscape through reflections and refractions. The glass panels are composed using a self-developed, unique glass marquetry technique that combines varying glass textures and effects into a single work. Within these structures, moving light elements create a dynamic choreography, using engineered lighting developed by Studio Ravenhorst, translating the frequencies and rhythms of a Persian anthem of resistance and hope into an immersive visual experience.
The reference to Persian culture extends to the symbolism of the tulip, traditionally associated with rebirth and memory. The project draws inspiration from the verse “Az khooneh javanan-e vatan laleh damideh” - “from the blood of the country’s youth, tulips have blossomed” - transforming a collective historical memory into a contemporary narrative centred on resilience, continuity and transformation. The version of the song that the choreography is based on is by AI generated, Iranian singer Nava created by Farbod Mehr.
For Rive Roshan, Garden of Hope represents both a personal reflection and a universal call for peace. The merging of Golnar Roshan’s Iranian-Australian heritage with Ruben de la Rive Box’s Dutch roots results in a project that reflects the complexity of the present, marked by tension and fragmentation, yet open to new forms of connection.
The installation stands as an invitation to recognise the strength of the collective dimension and the value of beauty as a necessary element, one that can offer new perspectives even in times of uncertainty.“In a world experiencing profound political tensions and conflict, Garden of Hope is our offering of light: a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect through a shared experience,” the designers state.
Through the interplay of light, colour and material, Rive Roshan creates an environment in which visitors are invited to reconsider their perspective, shifting their gaze from a condition of crisis towards a more open and conscious outlook.
On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2026, Amsterdam-based art and design studio Rive Roshan was invited by Alcova to create Garden of Hope, a site-specific installation conceived as a space for reflection and reconnection.
The project takes shape in the Archivi area within the Baggio Military Hospital Complex, a site deeply embedded with historical memory that becomes an integral part of the narrative. Built in the early 20th century as a medical military site, the complex stands today as a poignant reminder of the fragile relationship between conflict and peace. Within this context, Rive Roshan activates a dialogue between past and present. The inspiration for the details of the totem work, have a strong reference to Art Deco, just as if to create a connecting bridge between the architecture and the surrounding garden, transforming a space marked by history into an environment dedicated to contemplation and the possibility of regeneration.
Over more than a decade, Rive Roshan has mastered the art of creating ethereal experiences. Their work explores the interplay of light and form to abstract the natural world, inviting viewers into immersive experiences that leave onlookers curious and inspired.
Garden of Hope unfolds as a sensorial experience exploring how art and design can influence our perception and state of being. The installation invites visitors to pause and reflect, proposing an alternative dimension in which light, material and sound come together to generate a sense of curiosity and openness.
At the core of the project are three monolithic structures with coloured glass marquetry panels, rising from the ground, engaging with the surrounding landscape through reflections and refractions. The glass panels are composed using a self-developed, unique glass marquetry technique that combines varying glass textures and effects into a single work. Within these structures, moving light elements create a dynamic choreography, using engineered lighting developed by Studio Ravenhorst, translating the frequencies and rhythms of a Persian anthem of resistance and hope into an immersive visual experience.
The reference to Persian culture extends to the symbolism of the tulip, traditionally associated with rebirth and memory. The project draws inspiration from the verse “Az khooneh javanan-e vatan laleh damideh” - “from the blood of the country’s youth, tulips have blossomed” - transforming a collective historical memory into a contemporary narrative centred on resilience, continuity and transformation. The version of the song that the choreography is based on is by AI generated, Iranian singer Nava created by Farbod Mehr.
For Rive Roshan, Garden of Hope represents both a personal reflection and a universal call for peace. The merging of Golnar Roshan’s Iranian-Australian heritage with Ruben de la Rive Box’s Dutch roots results in a project that reflects the complexity of the present, marked by tension and fragmentation, yet open to new forms of connection.
The installation stands as an invitation to recognise the strength of the collective dimension and the value of beauty as a necessary element, one that can offer new perspectives even in times of uncertainty.“In a world experiencing profound political tensions and conflict, Garden of Hope is our offering of light: a space to pause, reflect, and reconnect through a shared experience,” the designers state.
Through the interplay of light, colour and material, Rive Roshan creates an environment in which visitors are invited to reconsider their perspective, shifting their gaze from a condition of crisis towards a more open and conscious outlook.