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Brittany Siegert
master in collective housing, 2023
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introduction
maximizing maleability
[re]appropriating torre picasso
ameliorating belen
integrating infill
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sustaining puerta del ángel
connecting campamento
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introduction
Underpinning this experiential learning are specialized
modules, meticulously coordinated by a technical
directorate comprising teachers and specialists from
around the globe. These modules complement the
workshops, providing participants with a robust
theoretical foundation and technical knowledge crucial
for their architectural evolution.
Crucially, all endeavors within the program are
collaborative, mirroring the collaborative ethos of
contemporary offices and research laboratories.
Emphasizing teamwork, this portfolio showcases
the collective intelligence and innovative solutions
generated through collaborative efforts—reflecting not
only individual growth but also the communal spirit
that defines the evolving landscape of contemporary
architecture.
This work is reflective of the intersection of theory and
practice where international perspectives converge.
This compilation is an embodiment of the work
completed throughout the 2023 edition of the Master of
Collective Housing.
Enrolled in the Master of Architecture in Collective
Housing (MCH), a collaborative venture between the
Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM) and the Swiss
Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) Zurich, this
portfolio encapsulates the culmination of an intensive
exploration into housing, city dynamics, and energy
studies.
Designed to elevate participants' design acumen,
the program orchestrates a multifaceted learning
experience. Intensive one-week international workshops
serve as crucibles for honing skills acquired over the
year. These workshops, each marked by a distinct theme
and approach, foster an accelerated environment where
participants engage in a dynamic exchange with guest
architects, ensuring exposure to a diverse array of cases.

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integrated into the building's spine, sequestered from
the living areas within each unit. Beyond the spine,
every unit boasts an expansively flexible open floor
plan, transitioning seamlessly between dining, sleeping,
and spa functions. The storage spine optimizes spatial
efficiency by strategically overlapping with neighboring
units.
The primary structural framework of the housing project
emanates from shear walls dividing the central spine,
extending subterraneously into the studio spaces. These
walls delineate divisions, shaping individual workspaces
that, akin to the residential units, afford adaptability for
communal use, facilitating workshops or art exhibitions.
This workshop centers on the escalating imperative to
amalgamate workspaces with residential environments,
a consequence of the escalating trend of remote work.
The workshop's aim was to radically reinterpret housing,
incorporating work as an integral facet from its inception.
Assigned distinct house sketches delineating specific
physical relationships between work and dwelling, each
team was tasked with innovatively designing housing
structures.
The resultant project materializes as a 20-unit residential
complex, featuring subterranean studio spaces tailored
for artists. All essential amenities such as kitchens,
storage, toilets, showers, and beds are discreetly
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Andrea Deplazes
Fernando Altozano
Brittany Siegert, Paloma Romero
living + working

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typical housing plan

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studio plan

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within the existing framework. The interstitial spaces
between blocks are transformed into open areas,
rendering the tower a vertical cityscape featuring
parks, plazas, public pools, and community-oriented
establishments.
This project conceptualizes a novel housing typology in
response to the waning relevance of office skyscrapers
post-COVID, as remote work becomes pervasive.
Retaining segments of the original core and structure,
the team proposes six distinct housing blocks suspended
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Juan Herreros
Pedro Pitarch
Andrés Melo, Brittany Siegert, Gabriel Barba, Lucas Navarro
Madrid, Spain
productive residential towers

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original core original floors original structure

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new core new floors new structure

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housing unit plans

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Perú, the resultant design responds to the city’s climate
and community ethos. It endeavors to enhance living
standards, judiciously incorporating key technologies for
optimal hygiene and constructibility.
This project tackles three pivotal queries confronting
contemporary housing: what is innovation in housing
and what might it mean?, for whom are we building
housing?, and what are the requirements of the
contemporary urban cultures of living? Situated in Belén,
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Elli Mosayebi
Álvaro Martín Fidalgo
Brittany Siegert, Camila Cano, Isabel Monsalve, Fredy Quispe
Belén, Perú
domestic fragments

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Belen experiences little thermal oscillation and is warm,
humid, and mostly cloudy year round. Torrential rains
cause flooding in the summer. There is no dry season,
but rains decrease somewhat during the winter. Due to
the yearly flooding, boats are used as the primary means
of transportation as well as infrastructure, and additional
built space is needed for recreation. The lower level of
the project, accessed directly from the water, consists
of collective living program including washing, bathing,
cooking, and eating, along with a large open space to
be approriated as desired by the community. The upper
level contains only sleeping, storage, and balony spaces
to be adapted by the users to be more or less private
dependant on individual or family needs.

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As Belen is rainy for the majority of the year, receiving
about 2800 millimeters of rainfall anually, we introduced
a new water harvesting system to improve health in
the community. Rainwater collected from the roof is
circulated through the collective house by gravity and
can be used for individual and commuity needs daily.
Our 290sq m project collects up to 812.000 liters of
water per year, serving approximately fifteen individuals.

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Homes in Belen are typically built together by the
community from locally sourced materials. Primary
structures are made from trunks of luma, quinilla, or
tornillo, which are naturally water resistant. Secondary
structures are made from plain sawn capirona, bolaina,
or ishpingo. Thatch roofs are made from vegetable
fibers and must be replaced somewhat often to preserve
the houses. Using all of these existing systems we
regularized a structure that would be easy to build by
the community as a kit of parts

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on adjacent buildings and shear walls accommodates
varied unit sizes, maintaining diverse housing typologies.
The facade harmonizes with neighboring structures
while integrating modern forms and technologies,
encapsulating a contemporary temporal essence.
This workshop mandated the sequential design of a
housing project—form, structure, and facade—in a
16th-century Madrid neighborhood characterized by
nonorthogonal streets and modest infill plots. The form
aligns with surrounding building heights, introducing
new courtyards for enhanced daylight. Structural reliance
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Dietmar Eberle
Alberto Nicolau
Brittany Siegert
Madrid, Spain
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ground floor plan
typical apartment plan
upper floor plan

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creating a grid to organize units and services.
The resulting housing is introverted, emphasizing
garden views, with regular intervals of interior
streets and communal spaces, fostering a unique
community identity.
This workshop’s focus is on defining optimal
urban living conditions, offering diverse dwelling
typologies for varying needs and lifestyles. Set
within an old, disused train station, the project
employs depressed rail lines as linear gardens,
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Anne Lacaton
Diego García-Setién
Brittany Siegert, Fernando Gonzalez, Gabriel Barba, Isabel Monsalve
Zurich, Switzerland
what makes good conditions of living?

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proposed housing services
tracks become linear gardens

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proposed housing living spaces proposed community spaces

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turn its back on the river, and consequently isolate the
neighborhood of Puerta del Ángel. Since burying the
M-30 and constructing the Madrid Río, the neighborhood
has become more integrated into the city and therefore
a much more desirable place to live. It has improved the
quality of life in the neighborhood for those living there,
but simultaneously attracted a new demographic who
are interested in living in a neighborhood closely linked to
the city at a cheaper price The process of gentrification
has begun in the neighborhood as rental prices continue
to rise, though Puerta del Angel has not yet seen the
displacement of its residents in extreme numbers.
This research attempts to address the economic, social,
and political problems confronting Puerta del Angel as
the transformation of the Madrid Rio has affected the
housing market of the neighborhood. It explains the
current residential conditions and how the neighborhood
has evolved over time by identifying the sociological
issues associated with the housing situation and by
defining a proposal for an architectural intervention
which can improve the conditions.
hypothesis The historical neglect of the Manzanares
River caused Madrid’s city center to metaphorically
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Daniel Sorando
Ángela Tamayo, Brittany Siegert, Isabel Monsalve, Vyoma Popat
Madrid, Spain

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Distrito de La Latina Latina is district No. 10, located in
the southwestern part of Madrid across the Manzanares
River from the city center. It is made up of seven barrios:
Los Cármenes, Puerta del Ángel, Lucero, Aluche,
Campamento, Cuatro Vientos and Las Águilas.
Barrio de Puerta del Angel Puerta del Ángel is barrio No.
10.2 located closest to the city center of all the barrios in
the Latina district. It is bordered on its North and East
sides by the A-5 and the M-30, respectively, both of
which have been buried, providing the neighborhood
with better connectivity to the city center and the
adjacent Casa de Campo. The neighborhood is also next
to the somewhat recently constructed Madrid Río and
a the Segovia Bridge separates the neighborhood from
the city center, giving it a distinct character that has been
compared to New York’s Brooklyn.
introduction
The 1990s marked a period of revitalization and
improvement for Puerta del Ángel. The city government
invested in the renovation of public spaces, such as parks
and plazas, to enhance the quality of life for residents,
and the neighborhood was connected to the metro
system by line 6. The neighborhood also saw an increase
in commercial activity, with new shops, restaurants, and
services opening up.
In the early 2000s, the neighborhood continued to evolve
as a residential area with improved infrastructure and
mostly composed of small industries, orchards, and roads
until 1882, when Goya’s estate was replaced by Goya
train station, connecting Madrid to other cities of Spain
and giving Puerta del Angel more prominence in the city.
At the beginning of the 20th century, Puerta del Ángel
was still a relatively rural area characterized by open
fields, small farms, and orchards, but it slowly began to
become more populated. The Parish of Santa Cristina
was built, and Paseo de Extremadura, an important
thoroughfare of the neighborhood which still exists today,
was lined on either side with houses. Eventually, Puerta
del Angel was connected to the city center via tram, and
Mercado Tirso de Molina was built.
From 1936 - 1939, during the Spanish civil war, much of
Puerta del Angel was destroyed, which ultimately led to
significant urbanization and population growth during
the post-war period. New residential buildings and
infrastructure were developed, attracting new residents to
the neighborhood.
During the 40s and 50s, Puerta del Angel continued to
grow, as public initiatives supported the development
of new housing. Several pockets of the neighborhood
managed by developers become home to homogenous
housing types. Much of the housing built was very small
in area and was built with poor construction quality.
Because of this, the neighborhood was in bad condition
by the 60s, with residents hosting trading and selling
stolen objects in the streets and giving the neighborhood
a reputation of insecurity.
In the 1970s and 1980s, Puerta del Ángel experienced
further urban development; housing built under public
initiative was replaced by new housing projects, including
apartment buildings and townhouses, built under
subsidized private initiative. After the Goya railway station
is shut down, housing blocks of up to ten stories begin to
appear in its place. However the reputation of insecurity
persisted, as Puerta del Angel was also one of the sites of
the heroin epidemic in the 80s.
In the 1800s, Puerta del Angel was a small, relatively
unpopulated neighborhood of Madrid, despite its
proximity to the city center. This was due to several
streams which cut through the neighborhood, Goya’s
expansive estate, the adjacent Casa de Campo, and
because it was across the river from the center. It was
historical context
amenities. Its low prices and proximity to the city center
made it an attractive location for immigrants, making it
one of the neighborhoods with the highest percentage
of foreigners, which is still true today. Following the 2008
financial crisis, the neighborhood became somewhat
empty again, as much of the commercial activity came
to a halt and businesses were forced to shut down.
This created opportunities for investments in the
neighborhood, including the development of the Parque
Madrid Rio which included burying the A-5 and M-30
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population
Puerta del Angel is one of the most dense neighborhoods of Madrid, with approximately 40.000 inhabitants at a density
of 30.433 inhabitants per square kilometer compared to Madrid’s 5.337 inhabitants per square kilometer.
Puerta del Angel is very diverse compared to the rest of Madrid, with 21,6% of individuals living in the neighborhood
having foreign nationality. Of the 131 neighborhoods in Madrid, Puerta del Angel ranks 21 as most diverse.
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Puerta del Angel has a relatively low average income compared to the rest of Madrid, at 30.717 euros on average
compared to Madrid’s 43.003 average income. The average household income has grown at a similar rate in both the
neighborhood of Puerta del Angel and Madrid overall over the past ten years.
income
unemployment
Puerta del Angel has a low unemployment rate overall as well as specifically for women. The unemployment rate has
been steadily decreasing ove the last ten years, with the exception of the years during which the Covid-19 pandemic
affected employment worldwide. Unemployment rates have since fallen even lower than they were prior to the Covid-19
pandemic.

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age
A much larger percent of the population is between 16 and 64 years of age when compared with Madrid overall. The
percentage of individuals in this age range has grown significantly in this neighborhood compared to the rest of Madrid,
while the number of children has decreased. Compared to the rest of Madrid, Puerta del Angel has a similar percentage
of individuals over 64 years old and a lower percentage of individuals below 16 years old.
The average household size in Puerta del Angel is slightly lower than the rest of Madrid, with around 2,3 inhabitants per
home on average as compared to Madrid’s 2,55. Because the overall density of Puerta del Angel is very high, we can
assume that there are many small apartments (one or two bedrooms) in Puerta del Angel when compared to the rest of
the city.
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prices (sale, 90% of housing stock)
Since January 2009, sale prices for property in Puerta del Angel has dropped and then risen again, dramatically
compared to the rest of Madrid. Since then, the highest average cost was in Seprember of 2009 at 2.957 euros/square
meter; it then dropped steadily until 2015, hitting a low point in August of that year at 1.660 euros/square meter, and
finally rising back the current highest prices averaging 2.883 euros/square meter in 2023. These numbers remain low in
comparison to Madrid’s overall average cost, currently 4.002 euros/square meter, the highest it has ever been.
prices (rental, 10% of housing stock)
Unlike sale prices, the rental prices in Puerta del Angel have trended steadily upwards since 2011, with the exception of
a decrease in average rental prices during the Covid-19 pandemic. Average rental costs have increased by a total of 4
euros/square meter since 2011, now averaging around 15 euros/square meter as compared to 11 euros/square meter
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housing typology
In Puerta del Angel the residential blocks are the most common building type. Nevertheless, they can be clearly
categorized into two main groups: pre 1960s and post 1960s. The main characteristics of the first group are: height
of between two to four floors and a smaller scale due to smaller plots. On the other hand the second group consists
of higher buildings, more than five floors, that leave space on the plot for a semi public or comunal green area. Both
typologies help with the area’s density and provide a sense of community with has been one of the biggest attributes of
the neighbourhood.
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density
Puerta del Angel is one of the most densely populated barrios in Madrid, with over 40,000 inhabitants in a relatively small
neighborhood. The neighborhood consists almost entirely of housing, most of which are multistory apartment buildings
with the exception of a few single-family homes.

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connectivity Puerta del Angel is physically connected to the city center by the Puente de Segovia, though it was not until
the last ten years that it felt socially connected to the center. The construction of the Parque Madrid Rio better integrated
the neighborhood with the city. After this development, more attention was given to the neighborhood by the city through
street improvements and better public transportation. Now, the neighborhood is well connected by two metro stops and
many bus stops, however they mainly exist in the perimeter of the neighborhood.
green spaces The periphery of Puerta del Angel is rich with parks, as it is located adjacent to Casa de Campo and
contains part of the Parque Madrid Rio, as well as Parque Caramuel; however the neighborhood lacks developed public
squares and other outdoor spaces inside the neighborhood, where it would be more closely associated with the housing.
Connections to the large peripheral parks have been strengthened overtime, increasing the value of the neighborhood
within the context of Madrid.
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conclusions
gentrification Studying Puerta del Angel led to the
conclusion that while the process of gentrification has
begun in the neighborhood, there is insufficient evidence
to support the claim that the neighborhood has been
gentrified at this point. The neighborhood has seen
many improvements over the last ten years, including
improvement of streets, infrastructure, security, and parks,
along with an influx of middle class citizens. However, the
neighborhood has not yet seen significant displacement
of the existing community of the neighborhood, a key
factor of gentrification.
housing The property market in Puerta del Angel has
experienced both ups and downs over the years, with
prices dramatically rising and falling. Nevertheless, it
appears that the area’s property prices have not reached
the same level as the broader Madrid market, where
prices have been consistently higher and have recently
reached record highs. Contrary to sale prices, the rental
prices in Puerta del Angel have shown a consistent
upward trend since 2011, except for a decline during
the Covid-19 pandemic. Over the past twelve years,
average rental costs have risen by 4 euros per square
meter, reaching an average of approximately 15 euros per
square meter, compared to 11 euros per square meter a
decade ago. This difference in sale and rental prices is
an opportunity for private investors to take advantage
of low to average sale prices and rent housing at higher
than average prices, turning a significant profit and
contributing to the gentrification of the neighborhood.
proximity to parks Within the neighborhood limits, three
parks can be found: Madrid Rio, Parque Caramuel,
and Parque del Olivar. However, it’s important to note
that north of the neighborhood lies Casa de Campo,
which is not technically part of Puerta del Ángel but is
conveniently accessible for its residents. After analyzing
and considering the park locations, it becomes evident
that the far west side of the neighborhood lacks adequate
park spaces. Additionally, there are some noticeable
gaps in small green spaces and plazas for the residents.
involves strategically placing new housing units in
vacant plots of land, rather than increasing the scale of
the community or demolishing existing housing. This
additional housing should be owned by the government
and rented as social housing at an affordable price with
a fixed limit to the rental increase each year. In this way,
the housing will stay affordable for the residents and limit
the ability of private landowners to increase prices at an
unaffordable rate.
Additionally, we are committed to revitalizing the ground
level, making it more pedestrian-friendly and accessible
to the people. To cater to the needs of the community,
we plan on integrating public amenities such as clinics,
educational facilities, and cultural centers. All new
housing units should have a public amenity located at the
ground level, and all plazas should be revitalized as much
as possible to promote the typical spanish neighborhood.
objective The proposed urban intervention aims to
strike a balance between urban development and social
inclusivity in Puerta del Angel to mitigate gentrification,
ensure affordable housing, enhance green spaces, and
preserve the neighborhood’s unique character and
traditional lifestyle.
These findings underscore the potential need for further urban
planning and development to ensure a balanced distribution of
parks and green areas within the community.
cycles of poverty and redevelopment Puerta del Angel has
been through many cycles of redevelopment. For example,
during the Spanish Civil War, it suffered extensive destruction.
However, in the aftermath of the war, the neighborhood
underwent significant urbanization and experienced a surge
in population. This transformation was facilitated by the
development of modern residential buildings and essential
infrastructure, which attracted an influx of new residents to the
area. The post-war period witnessed a remarkable revival and
growth for Puerta del Ángel due to these initiatives. Then, in the
1960s and 1970s, Puerta del Ángel witnessed significant urban
growth, with the original public housing being replaced by new
apartment buildings and townhouses constructed through
subsidized private initiatives. Despite these developments,
Puerta del Ángel struggled with a persistent reputation for
insecurity, partly due to its association with the heroin epidemic
that plagued the area during the 1980s. In contrast in the 1990s,
the quality of living was improved again, by the revitalization
of the neighborhood, new metro stops, new plazas, new
parks, etc. After the 2008 financial crisis, the neighborhood
experienced a decrease in population as a result of a significant
decline in commercial activity, leading to the closure of
businesses. This resulted in a somewhat empty and deserted
atmosphere in the area. Now, Puerta del Angel is experiencing
another period of revitalization and influx of residents.
lifestyle Based on the interviews conducted with the residents,
our findings suggest that the neighborhood continues to
exude the essence of the traditional “Madrid lifestyle,” and the
authentic spirit of the Spanish city remains intact; however,
they also reported the fear of losing this neighborhood feeling
as one of the biggest concerns with the evolution of the
neighborhood.
density and apartment size The neighborhood exhibits a
density nearly six times higher than the average in Madrid,
indicating a well-densified area with efficient land utilization.
While this observation reflects successful urban planning,
it also raises pertinent questions concerning the potential
impact of gentrification and resident displacement.
Byadvocating for government owned housing, enforcing
fixed rent control prices, and promoting community
engagement, the neighborhood can retain its vibrancy,
preserve its unique character, and ensure the continued
well-being of its residents in the face of urban
development.
The Madrid City Council has put forth a large-scale urban
project in the district, introducing 600 new housing units
in the form of tall towers and creating 1000 additional
parking spots. Unfortunately, this proposal has sparked
discontent among the residents due to its insensitivity
towards the existing community. Residents fear that the
project will disrupt the neighborhood’s character and
sense of community.
In contrast, our proposal aims to incorporate micro-
urban elements into the neighborhood, taking into
consideration its surroundings. We wish to minimize
significant visual changes and to preserve green spaces.
Instead of extensive changes, we plan to enhance
existing plazas and parks, creating personalized urban
spaces that resonate with the residents’ preferences – a
request frequently expressed by the community.
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housing proposals
additional housing
only as infill
maximize new
housing height
fixed price housing
by the government
government-owned housing Advocate for the
development of government-owned affordable housing
units to provide stable and accessible housing options
for lower-income residents. This will help counter the
potential impact of private investors exploiting the
difference in sale and rental prices for profit.
fixed rent control prices Implement rent control measures
to stabilize rental costs and prevent abrupt increases,
safeguarding long-standing residents from displacement.

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urban proposals
prioritize traditional
spanish community
improve exisiting
urban spaces
introduce small scale
green spaces
park development Allocate resources for the creation of
new parks and green areas in the far west side of the
neighborhood, addressing the current imbalance in park
distribution. These new spaces will enhance the overall
livability and well-being of the residents.
small green spaces and plazas Identify suitable locations
within the neighborhood for the establishment of
small green spaces and plazas, fostering community
engagement and providing recreational areas for
residents.
community engagement Involve local stakeholders and
residents in the decision-making process to ensure that
urban development aligns with the desires and needs
of the community, preserving its unique lifestyle and
essence.

55. specialty 04
106 107
sustaining puerta del ángel
specialty 04
sustaining puerta del ángel
public services proposals
introduce public
amenities
hybridize infill
construction
activate storefronts
surrounding plazas
economic diversification Encourage a diverse range of
businesses to establish themselves in the area, reducing
reliance on a single sector and creating a resilient local
economy.
job creation Facilitate initiatives that promote
employment opportunities within the neighborhood,
attracting a diverse workforce and strengthening social
and economic ties.
heritage preservation Implement measures to preserve the
neighborhood’s historical and cultural heritage, safeguarding
its authentic spirit. This could include protecting important
architectural landmarks and promoting cultural events to
celebrate the area’s history.

56. specialty 07
108 109
connecting campamento
specialty 07
connecting campamento

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specialty 07
connecting campamento
connecting campamento
the rest of Madrid’s nearby amenities. The plan adheres
to the 15-minute city concept, offering diverse building
types and mirroring the qualities of beloved Madrid
neighborhoods.
This proposal for the largely undeveloped Campamento
neighborhood in Madrid envisions integration into
the city fabric by creating four distinct neighborhoods
connected by greenways and an ecobridge, uniting the
neighborhoods and providing necessary connections to
professors
team
location
topic
José María Ezquiaga, Gemma Peribáñez
Alejandro Yañez, Brittany Siegert, Fernando Gonzalez, Isabel Monsalve, Lucas Navarro
Madrid, Spain
new urban perspectives for south-west madrid metropolitan area

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specialty 07
connecting campamento
01
03
05
02
04
06
existing site

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connecting campamento
specialty 07
connecting campamento
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
1
5
6
4
7
8
9
12
10
11
13
3
2
15
14
17
18
19
16
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
New Metro
Station
H: 5 F
A: - M2
1
H: 7 F
A: 40-80 M2
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
3
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5-6 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 5 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 9 F
A: 40-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 70-90 M2
H: 6 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 9-16 F
A: 60-110 M2
H: 1 F
A: 200 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 1-2 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 4 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 7 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
MOBILITY
GREEN BUILT
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
1
5
6
4
7
8
9
12
10
11
13
3
2
15
14
17
18
19
16
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
New Metro
Station
H: 5 F
A: - M2
1
H: 7 F
A: 40-80 M2
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
3
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5-6 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 5 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 9 F
A: 40-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 70-90 M2
H: 6 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 9-16 F
A: 60-110 M2
H: 1 F
A: 200 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 1-2 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 4 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 7 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
MOBILITY
GREEN BUILT
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
1
5
6
4
7
8
9
12
10
11
13
3
2
15
14
17
18
19
16
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
New Metro
Station
H: 5 F
A: - M2
1
H: 7 F
A: 40-80 M2
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
3
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5-6 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 5 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 9 F
A: 40-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 70-90 M2
H: 6 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 9-16 F
A: 60-110 M2
H: 1 F
A: 200 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 1-2 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 4 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 7 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
MOBILITY
GREEN BUILT
The existing site was analysed using three filters--green
spaces, mobility, and built environment. Based on these
three filters, opportunites for improvement were identified
based on what the neighborhood currently lacks. These
informed three main organisational proposals which
were to connect the green recreational spaces accross
the neighborhood, to create four distinct but connected
neighborhoods within the larger district, and to limit
major roads within those neighborhoods but maintain
connectivity between them and the rest of Madrid.
existing green
green improvement opportunity
green proposal
existing mobility existing built
mobility improvement opportunity built improvement opportunity
mobility proposal built proposal
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
1
5
6
4
7
8
9
12
10
11
13
3
2
15
14
17
18
19
16
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
New Metro
Station
H: 5 F
A: - M2
1
H: 7 F
A: 40-80 M2
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
3
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5-6 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 5 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 9 F
A: 40-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 70-90 M2
H: 6 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 9-16 F
A: 60-110 M2
H: 1 F
A: 200 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 1-2 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 4 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 7 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
MOBILITY
GREEN BUILT
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
1
5
6
4
7
8
9
12
10
11
13
3
2
15
14
17
18
19
16
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
New Metro
Station
H: 5 F
A: - M2
1
H: 7 F
A: 40-80 M2
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
3
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5-6 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 5 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 9 F
A: 40-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 70-90 M2
H: 6 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 9-16 F
A: 60-110 M2
H: 1 F
A: 200 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 1-2 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 4 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 7 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
MOBILITY
GREEN BUILT
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
1
5
6
4
7
8
9
12
10
11
13
3
2
15
14
17
18
19
16
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
New Metro
Station
H: 5 F
A: - M2
1
H: 7 F
A: 40-80 M2
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
3
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5-6 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 5 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 9 F
A: 40-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 70-90 M2
H: 6 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 9-16 F
A: 60-110 M2
H: 1 F
A: 200 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 1-2 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 4 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 7 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
MOBILITY
GREEN BUILT
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
1
5
6
4
7
8
9
12
10
11
13
3
2
15
14
17
18
19
16
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
New Metro
Station
H: 5 F
A: - M2
1
H: 7 F
A: 40-80 M2
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
3
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5-6 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 5 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 9 F
A: 40-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 70-90 M2
H: 6 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 9-16 F
A: 60-110 M2
H: 1 F
A: 200 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 1-2 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 4 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 7 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
MOBILITY
GREEN BUILT
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
1
5
6
4
7
8
9
12
10
11
13
3
2
15
14
17
18
19
16
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
New Metro
Station
H: 5 F
A: - M2
1
H: 7 F
A: 40-80 M2
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
3
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5-6 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 5 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 9 F
A: 40-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 70-90 M2
H: 6 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 9-16 F
A: 60-110 M2
H: 1 F
A: 200 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 1-2 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 4 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 7 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
MOBILITY
GREEN BUILT
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
1
5
6
4
7
8
9
12
10
11
13
3
2
15
14
17
18
19
16
Colonia
Jardin
Empalme
Cuatro
Vientos
Prado la
Vega
Aviación
Española
Campamento
Casa de
Campo
Fanjul
New Metro
Station
H: 5 F
A: - M2
1
H: 7 F
A: 40-80 M2
2
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
3
H: 9 F
A: 40-80 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-90 M2
H: 5-6 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 5 F
A: 60-100 M2
H: 9 F
A: 40-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 70-90 M2
H: 6 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 9-16 F
A: 60-110 M2
H: 1 F
A: 200 M2
H: 5 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 1-2 F
A: 90-100 M2
H: 4 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 7 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
H: 6 F
A: 50-100 M2
MOBILITY
GREEN BUILT

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specialty 07
connecting campamento
green
01
02 03

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connecting campamento
specialty 07
connecting campamento
mobility
01 03
02

62. specialty 07
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connecting campamento
specialty 07
connecting campamento
built
01 03
02

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connecting campamento
specialty 07
connecting campamento
commerce
post office
shop
bank
atm
supermarket
bakery
butcher
15’
10’
5’
education
secondary school
library
primary school
kindergarten
nursery
15’
10’
5’
healthcare
hospital
specialist
doctor
nursing home
pharmacy
20’
10’
5’
green recreational
park
playground
plaza
10’
5’
working
co-working space
office
workplace
public transport
15’
10’
5’
entertainment
theatre
cinema
restaurant
place of worship
gym
cafe
bar
15’
10’
5’
masterplan proposal

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124 125
connecting campamento
specialty 07
connecting campamento
A5
ecobridge
plaza
small streets
large streets
plaza

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126 127
connecting campamento
specialty 07
connecting campamento
site section

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humanizing madrid nuevo norte
specialty 07
humanizing madrid nuevo norte

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humanizing madrid nuevo norte
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humanizing madrid nuevo norte
humanizing madrid nuevo norte
The development will humanise the scar that has been
created beyond the Northern termination of Castellana,
merging city and nature at all scales and providing
a sense of belonging, spaces for gathering, and
opportunities for sharing for locals and visitors alike
Addressing the redesign of Madrid Nuevo Norte, this
project identifies the neighborhood’s fragmentation and
lack of humanization. The proposal envisions a new
urban park, complementing the Madrid Río renovation,
serving as a gateway to the north and integrating
distinct qualities of surrounding neighborhoods.
professor
team
location
topic
Julia Landáburu, Susana Isabel
Alejandro Yañez, Brittany Siegert, Fernando Gonzalez, Gabriel Barba,
Isabel Monsalve, Lucas Navarro
Madrid, Spain
city sciences: present + future cities

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specialty 07
humanizing madrid nuevo norte

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humanizing madrid nuevo norte
IRRELEVANT ending of
Castellana
irrelevant
The prominant
street, Castellana,
ends suddenly at
the southern end of
Madrid Nuevo Norte,
spilling out into an
irrelevant, neglected
landscape.

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FRAGMENTED neighborhoods are unintegrated + isolated
fragmented
The neighborhoods
surrounding Madrid
Nuevo Norte are
unintegrated and
isolated.

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dehumanized
Properties and
buildings in Madrid
Nuevo Norte are
abandoned and
general neglected of
the landscape create
the perception of
insecurity in the area.

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neighborhood extensions
01 04
02 05
03 06

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small scale
Small scale cities
encourage interaction
among residents and
create social cohesion
between spaces,
streets, buildings,
neighborhoods,
associations, etc.
life + work mix
An appropriate
balance of living
and working spaces
creates better
mental health for
a neighborhoods
inhabitants.
permeable public
space
designing for
smallness is tightly
associated with
the range of our
perceptible space and
proportional to our
body size
integrating nature
Having more trees
and plans augments
a city’s ability to
clean the air water,
making the city
more inhabitable
and resilient. The
landscape should
adapt to local
geographical
conditions.
reusing + saving old
buildings
Cultural and natural
heritages should be
preserved, and existing
buildings should be
reused as much as
possible to prevent
unnessary building
waste.
walkability
Walkable areas tend to
be more diverse and
have higher incomes,
lower unemployment
rates, better access to
education.

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specialty 07
humanizing madrid nuevo norte
green extensions

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specialty 07
humanizing madrid nuevo norte
commerce
transit plan
post office
shop
bank
atm
supermarket
bakery
butcher
15’
10’
5’
education
secondary school
library
primary school
kindergarten
nursery
15’
10’
5’
entertainment
pool
theatre
cinema
restaurant
place of worship
gym
cafe
bar
30’
15’
10’
5’
healthcare
hospital
specialist
doctor
nursing home
pharmacy
20’
10’
5’
recreational
park
playground
plaza
10’
5’
working
co-working space
office
workplace
public transport
15’
10’
5’

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specialty 07
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specialty 07
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