STOP. TO HEAL

Over the next decade, the trucking industry is transitioning from diesel to electric-powered vehicles, resulting in the need for more frequent stops and refueling. To ensure safe trucking operations, the government and industry leaders have collaborated to revise regulations with a focus on the health and safety of truck drivers. As part of this shift, truck drivers are required to take a break and refuel every 3.5 hours, with each stop lasting up to 1.5 hours. During this waiting time, drivers can use the break to relax both physically and mentally. This policy adjustment presents an opportunity for architecture designers to rethink the design of truck stops, taking into account the unique needs of electric-powered trucks and their drivers. 

My vision is to establish a series of small-scale truck stops situated strategically between large travel centers. These stops will be designed to offer a distinctive experience that evokes positive emotions and fosters deeper engagement. In this scenario, the physical and mental well-being of individuals serves as a catalyst for slowing down the accelerating world. The aim is to create spaces that encourage truck drivers, moreover for everyone from all walks of life, to take a moment to refresh their bodies and minds by truly "STOP". This design helps people counteract the adverse health effects of their job and promotes a more relaxed and rejuvenated mindset for the journey ahead.