Retail and Housing Complex [award: Recognition in Non realization category BAB 2023]

Abstract

Related to the immediate context of the site, the architectural approach was to provide a balance within the mixed-use development, such as residential, commercial and public space facilities. Common principles for the integration of residential activities, social infrastructure and the public realm, ensure a central public landscaped environment at the ground level with vertical integration of residential blocks at upper levels. The public areas have been located around the main pedestrian square, to allow the commercial components to be oriented both on community residents and passing trade from non-residents. The majority of the residential development within the site is given over to the low-rise building of 4 stories high. The design approach allows residents to be able to retreat to tranquil private external spaces at the upper levels. On the other side, the additional small building at the front clearly defines the boundaries of public space and main pedestrian routes inside the location.