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Housing design

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NewsNews • 18 Jun 2024

Six Bricolage Houses: An inventive model for urban renewal and housing design in Nantou, Shenzhen

ARCity Office embarked on a project that would establish a new typology of “bricolage architecture” in Nantou Ancient City, a historic site in Shenzhen, China. In a project titled “Six Bricolage Houses”, the studio renovated six self-built houses, creating an inventive model for urban renewal and housing design. Bai Yu The rapid urbanization and industrialization of Shenzhen has gradually transformed Nantou (home to more than 20,000 residents and workers) into an urban village. Historic architecture has been replaced by “self-planned and independently-built residential complexes” for the rural population that relocated to Shenzhen, resulting in a chaotic urban structure. The “Six Bricolage... More

Project • By MRDPrivate Houses

FRONDAL

With a site of moderately marked topography, this house adapts and permeates very well with its context. It was conceptualized under the premise of seeking a single level in the majority of the house, making it a discreet and private project. It moves in a square shape in such a way that we prioritize the view and green areas for social areas and we propose a body for the bedrooms that generates privacy and is oriented towards the South. Both elements are subtly isolated by a common patio. Arturo Arrieta Arturo Arrieta Under this criterion we contain the public spaces and green areas and organically the composition functions as a division between the other houses. The architecture in the social area presents a modular system of r... More

Project • By Zabeli ArchitectsPrivate Houses

RG House

The project is an individual residential house situated in the rural outskirts of Skenderaj, specifically in the village of Llaushe. The area is characterized by its lush greenery, sparse population density, and serene surroundings. Our studio had the privilege of contributing to both the architectural and interior design aspects of the project. Caption Emphasizing pure architectural forms and minimalism, the design aims to blend harmoniously with the natural landscape while meeting the specific requirements of the client. The exterior facade combines two main materials: white and brick, creating a striking yet understated aesthetic. The strategic placement of large windows ensures ample natural light, with the primary front facade fa... More