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Collective
Housing
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ETH
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The Master in Collective Housing is a professional
postgraduate program of advanced studies in architecture
and design, with a focus on housing, urban & energy
studies. The value of this unique program is in its academic
quality, which is created by the synergetic effect between
the practical workshops and the theoretical issues of living
and housing.
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workshops
workshops
Atelier house
Productive vertical housing
Andrea Deplazes
Juan Herreros
01
01
02
02
City Sciences
Susana Isabel
Emergency Housing
Elena Giral
Climate, Metabolism & Architecture
Urban Design
Javier García German
Jose Maria Ezquiaga
06
06
07
07
08
08
09
09
Domestic fragments
Elli Mosayebi
Pieces of Madrid
Dietmar Eberle
03
03
04
04
Housing & reuse at SBB
Anne Lacaton
05
05
specialties
specialties
4. 7
the many faces of
collective housing
This booklet collects some of the projects developed during the master’s
degree in collective housing. The master is divided into workshops and
specialities provides the opportunity to explore and learn about specific
topics through group work, allowing me to grow not only professionally but
also personally and making me able to make decisions, turn problems into
opportunities and develop high level projects in a short time.
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atelier house
Andrea Deplazes
Leader
Fernando Altalozano
Assistant
Maria Camila Cano
Nestor Lenarduzzi
Team
5 days
Duration
W1
W1
A project that seeks to define the remaining space between two
defined spaces,framed by the tangible, generating a tension between
inside and outside, the here and there, allowing them to be used for
circulation and other activities of an artistic nature according to the
user we define.
the street of art
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house
01.
01. ATELIER
In today’s fast-paced world, the lines between work and home are becoming increasingly blurred. The distinction between work
and home is no longer as clear-cut as it once was, as technology advances and work environments evolve. This project explores
the complex relationship between work and life, seeking to unravel the complexity of the in-between spaces where these two
aspects of our lives converge and overlap.
initial scheme
“A street where Art Bridges Worlds” aims to transform people’s perceptions of the interplay between work and life. The
project seeks to inspire creativity, empathy and a deeper understanding of the common human experience across vast
longitudinal distances by immersing visitors in a multi-sensory experience. Through art, the project encourages visitors to
challenge preconceived notions, to embrace cultural diversity, and to recognise the beauty in the spaces where the boundaries
between work and living.
what happen
in between?
tension - opposites attract - contain - weave
Living Working
here there
artist?
?
L W
Street of Art
Leader & Assistant: Andrea Deplazes / Fernando Altalozano Location: Fictional W1
Duration: 5 days
final scheme
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productive vertical housing
Juan Herreros
Leader
Pedro Pitarch
Assistant
Maria Camila Cano
Camilo Meneses
Fernando González
Alejandro Yañez
Team
5 days
Duration
W2
W2
Combining living and production spaces presents unique opportunities
for innovation and efficiency, The intersection of technology and
innovation. The collision of scales and initial weirdness will plant
untried explorations.
torre europa
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vertical
01.
01. PRODUCTIVE HOUSING
Leader & Assistant: Juan Herreros / Pedro Pitarch Location: Madrid W2
Duration: 5 days
This is a research programme that aims to rethink the models of thinking and designing contemporary collective housing in
the context of the areas of opportunity generated by the social, economic, health, and climate crises of our cities, with the
goal of addressing the demand that is looming over the city for the regeneration and re-qualification of spaces for new types
of citizens, more creative, more involved, more demanding, with interests and models of quality of life that are far removed
from the conventional ones.
On the other hand, there is an increasing demand for productive activities in the city, to put an end to the industrial ghettos
that force workers to migrate and are unable to respond to the needs of the city. This leads to an infiltration into the residential
fabric. In this sense, a bold re-reading of the possibilities for the re-qualification of the office building as a place where
collective living and production can coexist is a key challenge for the re-thinking of a city that must remain alive and not be
anchored to modes of use, occupation and programming that have long since lost their relevance.
Consider the transformation of iconic buildings like the Picasso Tower, the Kio Towers, the Torre España, the Cuzco Ministerial
Complex or the Titania Tower into productive residential complexes. These buildings have immense potential for architectural
and programmatic transformation, as well as urban transformation, resulting in a significant improvement to the cityscape.
To redesign the Torre España office building with a new concept that combines living and production spaces. Our goal is to
improve the existing project and create a new, iconic landmark for the city. We will carefully consider the original design and
explore ways to enhance its qualities.
original project
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why?
02.
02.
NETWORK
Virtual
EXPERIENCES
Different paths
MEETING
Physical
CIRCULATION
One distribution core
Since we already have an office block which is far from the
typical office block shape, we wondered why not:
- Transform physical meetings into a dynamic virtual
network, fostering connections beyond geographical
constraints. Centralized virtual hubs equipped with immersive
technologies, allowing individuals to engage in virtual
meetings, collaborative projects, and social interactions.
-Rather than fixed routes, a network of interconnected nodes,
each offering different paths, encourages residents to
explore, fostering serendipitous discoveries and community
interaction.
-Move away from centralized programming to create a
distributed and responsive living experience. A system of
distributed moments - events, activities and services
scattered throughout the building.This gives residents a more
organic and flexible lifestyle.
Network + Moments + Experiences + Productivity
NEW TOWER
Interaction
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what?
03.
03.
Logistics Center
1. Distribution in between
2. Produce + Storage - Parking
1.
2.
A logistics centre that can be connected to the rest
of Madrid’s underground car parks in the future, a
massive warehouse and delivery through the tubes
located between its floors. The logistics hub’s innovative
picking system is its key feature. As soon as an order is
processed, it is placed in a secure and efficient ‘capsule’.
The capsules travel through a network of tubes to
different points within the building, where users can
conveniently pick up their items at specific points.
A futuristic logistics hub would require the cooperation of
logistics companies, city planners as well as technology
providers. It could have a significant impact on the efficiency
of goods delivery, the reduction of traffic congestion and the
development of a more sustainable and user-friendly urban
environment.
PRODUCTIVE?
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We define the living space and create moments of activity in all parts of the building where we aim to generate a lot of
interactions between people in a physical way. The most private spaces are located on the facade, where capsules allow you
to disconnect from the real world and connect to the virtual one. This way, you can be alone but still connect with many more
people than in the physical world, depending on what you want to do there, as there is no defined program in either range.
housing translated into ranges of privacy
When it comes to housing, we have decided to eliminate that
term and define ranges of privacy instead. We define the
living space and create moments of activity in all parts of
the building where we aim to generate a lot of interactions
between people in a physical way. The most private spaces
are located on the facade, where capsules allow you to
disconnect from the real world and connect to the virtual
one. This way, you can be alone but still connect with many
more people than in the physical world, depending on what
you want to do there, as there is no defined program in
either range.
The spaces inside can be rented for as long as the user
needs. The production will be in between these two ranges,
serving as a mediator between the virtual and real world.
With this section, we want to showcase the various
atmospheres that this mix of collective and individual
spaces can generate, as well as the variety of the section.
Furthermore, this could potentially become a massive
logistics center for the city in the future, connected
underground and in the sky with drones, while also being
integrated with the technology that is ubiquitous nowadays.
The spaces inside can be rented for as long as
the user needs. The production will be in between
these two ranges, serving as a mediator between
the virtual and real world.
The most private space and the one where you
can interact with everyone around the world by
the virtuality
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domestic fragments
Elli Mosayebi
Leader
Álvaro M. Fidalgo
Assistant
Maria Camila Cano
Fredy Quispe
Isabel Monsalve
Brittany Siegert
Team
5 days
Duration
W3
W3
“Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for
timelessness” - Frank Gehry
keeping tradition alive
looking for no wifi
balcony
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fragments
01.
01. DOMESTIC
The project’s design is based on verbs of collective activities. In this case, the focus is on keeping traditions alive. The
project also addresses the need for Wi-Fi in the specific location. This is translated as “looking for Wi-Fi” since the people
in the area require technology to improve their quality of life. The design also incorporates a spatial element - the balcony.
This feature was inspired by the traditional palafitos architecture, which is used by locals to deal with water throughout the
year. The aim was to integrate technology into this traditional design with local materials and to provide the residents with a
better quality of life.
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.
Location / Belen, Peru
Climate with little thermal oscillation. Hot, oppressive, and mostly cloudy. Torrential rains cause floding in the summer. Though
there is no dry season, rains decrease somewhat during the winter.
Leader & Assistant: Elli Mosayebi / Álvaro M. Fidalgo Location: Peru W3
Duration: 5 days
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pieces of madrid
Dietmar Eberle
Leader
Alberto Nicolau
Assistant
Maria Camila Cano
Team
5 days
Duration
W4
W4
“As an architect you design for the present, with an awareness of the
past, for a future that is essentially unknown.”- Norman Foster
volume, structure, facade
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Leader & Assistant: Dietmar Eberle / Alberto Nicolau Location: Madrid W4
Duration: 5 days
of
01.
01. PIECES MADRID
The project it’s located in Embajadores, a district of Madrid that belongs to the centro area. Within this neighborhood is the
Lavapiés area, considered by many to be a neighborhood in itself. Embajadores is home to neighbors who have lived here
forever, young people who are new to the area, and a lot of creative energy that feeds a dynamic cultural life.
The main use of this specific plot it’s a warehouse and parking with a ground surface of 424 m and the year of construction was
1945. The design methodology starts with the volume of the building that should respect the scale and massing of surrounding
heritage structures. The design methodology begins with the volume of the building that should respect the scale and massing
of surrounding heritage structures. Then we can start with the structure, which allows for open and flexible internal spaces,
and finally the façade, where the windows and openings need to mimic or re-interpret the proportions and style of the historic
buildings, creating a rhythm and alignment of the window frames to maintain visual continuity. The incorporation of subtle
ornamentation and detailing inspired by local heritage, avoiding excessive embellishments and materials according to the
context too.
Location / Calle López Silva, 6 - Madrid
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This place has a strong identity. It’s important to understand the heritage of the area, including architectural styles, materials,
and cultural significance. Identify the key elements that define the character of the area and what elements are missing in the
public space that can be added later in the design of the building to create an engagement with the street and make a positive
contribution to the public realm. Consider adding outdoor spaces, greenery design or public art installations that enhance the
pedestrian experience.
In this case, it’s remarkable that the main material is brick with a certain rhythm between the windows and balconies.
dtages: volume, structure and facade
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housing & reuse at SBB
Anne Lacaton
Leader
Diego García-Setién
Assistant
Maria Camila Cano
Lucas Navarro
Krishna Yadav
Team
5 days
Duration
W5
W5
New approaches such as recycling, adaptive re-use and
refurbishmentthe taking all the potential of what is already there, a
project that seeks to improve the functionality and quality of living
spaces.
inside & out
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Location / Neugasse Kreis
& out
01.
01. INSIDE
For our ongoing reflection on the good housing conditions that the city should unquestionably provide for its inhabitants and
which architects should design, the transformation of existing buildings provides good solutions that meet many criteria of
housing quality, sustainability, economy, waste reduction and carbon emissions, etc. Reusing these industrial buildings is an
opportunity to design and invent new housing typologies, far away from market standards, providing more space and a diversity
of qualities and atmospheres.
The inside strategy offers a distinctive canvas that frees us from conventional market standards and encourages diversity in
residential layouts. This is why we are exploring the thrilling possibilities of transforming a railway station into a home, a
neighborhood, and a place that inspires us to think beyond the ordinary and present a unique concept of the two-pieces house.
The following list of Qualities of Inhabiting, represent Anne Lacaton’s and Jean-Philippe Vassal’s design principles and we are
going to look in different kind of images for these qualities and how we can translate it inside the factory.
Generosity, Freespace and extra-space, Capacity of appropriation, Transparency, Inside-outside continuity, Movement, Open
structure, Private outdoor space, Space of transition, Pleasure and imagination.
01.
01.
Leader & Assistant: Anne Lacaton / Diego García-Setién Location: Madrid W5
Duration: 5 days
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frontyard inside and outside - fluid space privacy - confort
1.Generosity: Multiplying space, much
more generous than the standard, as
large as possible and within the same
economic resources converts generosity into
accessibility and provides the opportunity
of ‘escape’ for everyone.
fragments
02.
02.
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double height
common space -
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intermidiate space
p
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th
double height
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variety sequencing
adaptable room
the exterior room - identity
2.Pleasure & Imagination: How can we
be part of the everydady life situations to
evoque a different feeling of the ordinary.
adaptable exterior room
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wa
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to
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act
da
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fe
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in
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program
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private exterior conditions that allow everything to happen community
4. Capacity for Appropriation: To imply
the capacity of free interpretation, to
invent infinite situations of use. This allows
life-long evolution of the space and its
users.
private exterior
different use of the same space
a
t
th
e
s
ame
time
making the most of residual space
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Generosity
Transparency
Capacity of appropriation
Pleasure and imagination
1.Qualities
of inhabiting
2. Interpretation of qualities
in fragments
Generosity
Capacity of appropriation
Transparency
Pleasure and imagination
The Narrative
GENEROSITY
TRANSPARENCY
CAPACITY OF APPROPIATION
PLEASURE AND IMAGINATION
FREESPACE AND EXTRA-SPACE
OPEN STRUCTURE
INSIDE-OUTSIDE CONTINUITY
SPACE OF TRANSITION
1. Qualities
of inhabiting
2. interpretation of qualities in fragments
MOVEMENT
project strategies
03.
03.
3. Design of housing typologies out of fragments 4. Densifying according to the existing structure grid.
5. De-densification to gain green public space 6.Providing a private outdoor space for each unit.
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Climate, Metabolism & Architecture
Javier García German
Leader
Daniel Ibañez
Álvaro Catalán
Emiliano López
Flexo Arquitectura
Takk Arquitectos
Boltshauser
Renanta Sentkiewicz
Guests
Maria Camila Cano
Gabriel Barba
Andres Padilla
Santiago Aguirre
Team
1 month
Duration
S06
S06
“All architecture is shelter, all great architecture is the design of
space that contains, cuddles, exalts, or stimulates the persons in that
space.” - Philip Johnson
the wall
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metabolism &
01.
01. CLIMATE
Barcelona, located on the Mediterranean coast, is heavily influenced by its climatic conditions, which play a key role in shaping
the experience of its inhabitants and influencing architectural considerations. With a temperate climate, the city avoids extreme
temperatures during winter and summer. However, the unique combination of factors - such as proximity to the sea and high
humidity - introduces nuances that affect the perception of comfort.
Despite the fact that summer has an average of 23° to 28° degrees, the proximity to the sea and the high humidity create an
environment that affects comfort. During the winter the temperature stays at an average of 15° to 5°; however, the presence
of winds increases the feeling of cold. The winds cross the city from the mountains towards the Mediterranean Sea. These
conditions are important to explore and understand how people and architecture adapt to climatic situations.
Studying how people and architecture adapt to everyday climatic situations in Barcelona can offer valuable insights into
responsive and sustainable design. By closely examining architectural interventions that consider temperature variations, wind
patterns, and humidity, we can create functional and comfortable environments throughout the changing seasons. This is crucial
to the design strategies discussed in the module, particularly in the context of collective housing in the Barcelona region.
Leader : Javier García German Location: Barcelona S06
Duration: 1 month
The main aim is to comprehend the indoor climatic spaces. These spaces are considered as prototypes that can be replicated
in shared housing situations. This approach enables a detailed analysis, where the insights obtained from the micro-level
observations contribute to the macro-level architectural considerations. The ultimate goal is to ensure a well-informed and
enriched architectural design.From everyday situations to replicable climatic prototypes in collective housing, the journey
reflects a thorough design approach with a goal to contribute to sustainable practices.
ARCHITECTURE
Location / Barcelona, Spain
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In Summer
During summer the woman goes out to do her daily rutin in a wide walkway exposed to the sun, she
lies down next to a low stone wall. This wall creates a shadow for her where she rests and enjoys cross
ventilation from the prevailing winds. Comfort is achieved through cross ventilation, winds of no more
than 2.5 m/s that manage sweat evaporation (homeostasis), the shadow of the wide stone wall with high
thermal inertia, and direct contact with the body cooling through conduction
daily life atmospheres
02.
02.
Sweating
evaporation
Floor 23°C
Shadow that protect from the sun
Body
36°C
Wall 23°C
Overnight cooling
Heat transmission
Thick vernacular
walls with high
thermal inertia
Body
37.5°C
Wind speed
2.5 m/s
Wind
23°C
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In Summer
The child rests seated on a bench next to the entrance. As it is summer, he takes refuge in a
double-height roofed space, with two permeable facade walls of the right density and with high thermal
inertia. It is 12 P.M. The front face of the building next to the street has a white color reflecting sunlight
(high albedo). The opening of the facades allows the winds to pass through the space and cool it down.
Wall
26°C
Wall 23°C
Overnight cooling
Wind speed
0.5 m/s
Sweating
evaporation
Exchange
Body
36°C
Body
37.5°C
Floor 26°C
Thermal inertia
Wind
28°C
Wind
20°C
Heat transmission
Thick and
doble height
walls.
High thermal
inertia
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In Summer
The woman rests under a “chiringuito” by the sea. Everything about it moves her, the wind, the
temperature, the sounds of the sea, the shadows, and the textures. Being outside allows her to conceive
a direct relationship with nature. The light structure generates shade in summer, cooling the outdoor
space; but also allowing direct sunlight in winter. It also permits the wind to flow calmly during the day,
reduces the presence of humidity, and achieves comfort.
Body
36°C
Floor 23°C
For being in the shadow
Heat Transmission
Sea
25°C
Sweating
evaporation
Material that allows the
wind to pass through
Wind speed
5.5 m/s
Wind
25°C
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In Winter
On a quiet winter’s day, two children find comfort from the cold in the doorway of a solid building.
They huddle together on the warm floor, surrounded by walls that catch the fleeting sunlight during the
morning. In spite of the cold outside, the faces of the children are bright with warmth and friendship.
Innocence and camaraderie fill the air. It’s a cosy haven in the midst of winter’s bite.
W a l l
39°C
F l o o r
37°C
B o d y
35°C
B o d y
35°C
Exchange
Heat transmission
Heated during the morning
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In Winter
The little girl is full of innocent joy as she embraces her dog while resting against a sun-kissed wall. The
wall has absorbed the sun’s warmth all day, and now it provides a gentle heat that creates a warm and
comforting sanctuary from the cold winter air. The wall’s warmth is a subtle invitation to the duo seeking
shelter from the biting chill. The little girl’s face is adorned with a bright smile, not only because of her
furry companion, but also due to the shared warmth that they both enjoy.
W a l l
39°C
F l o o r
37°C
B o d y
35°C
B o d y
36°C
Exchange
Heat transmission
Heated during
the morning
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In Winter
As the morning light spills across the space, we see a woman seated on the floor, deliberately seeking
thermal comfort. The surface beneath her has become a conduit for the sun’s radiant heat, and her
posture reflects a conscious choice to absorb its comforting warmth. The gentle rays of sunlight create
a natural and serene ambiance, casting a warm and inviting atmosphere.
B o d y
35°C
W a l l
37°C
F l o o r
38°C
F l o o r
36°C
W a l l
35°C
Heat transmission
Heated during the morning
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analysis of psychometric chart
03.
03.
1. In summer and winter the prevailing winds during sunrise come from the Northwest
and at sunset from the Southwest. Usually, in the evening the temperature is higher.
2. There is a higher percentage of humidity during sunrise compared to sunset.
3. During summer the average temperature is 23°C and in winter 8.5°C.
Summer morning wind Summer afternoon wind
Winter morning wind Winter afternoon wind
Anual relative humidity
Anual temperature
Conclusions
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SPRING
20/03- 21/06
SUMMER
21/06- 22/09
AUTUMN
22/09- 21/12
WINTER
21/12- 20/03
M A R C H
A P R I L
M AY
J U N E
J U LY
A U G U S T
S E P T E M B E R
O C T O B E R
N O V E M B E R
D E C E M B E R
J A N U A R Y
F E B R U A R Y
5,5 kWh/m2
6,5 kWh/m2
6 kWh/m2
4,5 kWh/m2
5,5 kWh/m2
3 kWh/m2
4 kWh/m2
7 hrs
9 hrs
10 hrs
11 hrs
9 hr
8 hrs
6 hrs
5 hrs
6 hrs
14°C
16°C
19°C
23°C
12°C
25°C
23°C
19°C
15°C
EQUINOX
49°
RADIATION X YEAR
SOLSTICE
77°
RADIATION X YEAR
EQUINOX
49°
RADIATION X YEAR
SOLSTICE
29°
RADIATION X YEAR
winter solstice 29°
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275 cm 260 cm
275 cm
SOLAR EXPOSITION DURING SUMMER
WALL = 0% FLOOR = 0% WALL = 0% FLOOR = 100%
SOLAR EXPOSITION DURING SPRING
WALL = 0% FLOOR = 0% WALL = 0% FLOOR = 25%
SOLAR EXPOSITION DURING SUMMER
WALL = 0% FLOOR = 0% WALL = 0% FLOOR = 100%
SOLAR EXPOSITION DURING SPRING
WALL = 0% FLOOR = 0% WALL = 0% FLOOR = 25%
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SPRING
20/03- 21/06
SUMMER
21/06- 22/09
AUTUMN
22/09-21/12
WINTER
21/12-20/03
M A R C H
A P R I L
M AY
J U N E
J U LY
A U G U S T
S E P T E M B E R
O C T O B E R
N O V E M B E R
D E C E M B E R
J A N U A R Y
F E B R U A R Y
10 km/h
8 km/h
10 km/h
10 km/h
8 km/h
6 km/h
8 km/h
8 km/h
5-10°C
18-23°C
10-15°C
10-15°C
SPEED
10-15°C
17-22 °C
20-23°C
27-30°C
DIRECTION
East
East
South
South
North-East
North-East
COOLING DEMAND
PROTECTION
N
N
PREDOMINANT DIRECTION: East
PREDOMINANT DIRECTION: North-East
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strategies
04.
04.
Possibilities for the thick wall
1. Compact
2. Intermediate
3. Permeable
The main concept of the project revolves around the strategic arrangement of
layers and thresholds within a space. The design incorporates three key elements:
a compact wall, an intermediate glass element, and a permeable pergola. Each
of these components serves a specific purpose and contributes to the overall
functionality and climatic experience of the space.
Stratifying with the most compact wall, this wall can have variations to create
spaces to stay, to look outside or just to focus on some activities, then the
intermediate element as a glass acting as a solar heat collector during winter
and providing the flexibility to be opened for natural ventilation in the summer.
Finally the pergola, which is the most permeable element, leaving the possibilities
for plants to grow on it and creating a heat barrier in summer. Also serves as
a versatile space, accommodating various activities and fostering a connection
with nature.
N
W
E
S
11 hours
81°
Winter
Summer
Afternoon 6 am
N
W
E
S
Radiation
21°
N
W
E
S
5 hours
21°
N
W
E
S
Radiation
81°
Rigid termo-mass Rigid termo-mass
Winter
Summer
Night 7 pm
Afternoon
Night
Thermal inertia - Cold
Thermal inertia - Heat
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prototype
05.
05.
Saving 66% of water
for construction
1
2
3 4
5
6
190 cm
40 cm
15 cm
Stone
Dimensions: 40 x 190 cm
Thickness: 15 cm
Fire resistance: Good, unfired
Compact Earth Block
Cross Laminated Timber
Earth block
Glaze
Concrete
materials
06.
06.
Double Glazing
1 2
3
All the materials came from places near barcelona to
have a most sustainable project
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Layers in
different
directions
15 cm
60 cm
Bonded with friendly
enviromental adhesive
CO2
CO2
CO2
Cross Laminated Timber
Reduce construction time
Higher resistance
than concrete
Renew forests
1
2
4
5
6
3
Dimensions: 15 x 60 cm
Layers: Composed of 4
Fire resistance: Good, unfired
Cross Laminated Timber
Earth block
Glaze
Concrete
Cross Laminated Timber
Earth block
Recycled Concrete
Recycled
concrete
CO2
Demolish concrete
Sand + Limestone Gravel + Water
CO2
Sika additive
New Infrastructure
1
2
4
5
6
3
Interior
Dimensions: 30 x 30 cm
Thickness: 2 cm
Fire resistance: Good, unfired
Exterior
Glaze
Concrete
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urban design
Jose Maria Ezquiaga
Leader
Gemma Peribáñez
Assistant
Maria Camila Cano
Gabriel Barba
Krishna Yadav
Hector Herrera
Team
10 days
Duration
S07
S07
“We need to draw lines in the ground and say, ‘The concrete stops
here.’ That forces people to build in and up, rather than out – and
there’s nothing wrong with high, dense urban environments as long
as they’re planned correctly. They can be extremely livable. They tend
to require less transportation, fewer sewer lines, fewer power lines,
fewer roads, and more tightly packed structures, which in and of
themselves are more energy efficient.” - Patrick Moore
campamento
neighbourhood
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desing
01.
01. URBAN
A healthy city is a term used to describe an urban area that is designed and developed with a focus on promoting the health
and well-being of its residents. Healthy cities prioritize various aspects of public health, including access to healthcare
services, clean air and water, safe and accessible transportation, green spaces, and social and economic opportunities that
contribute to a high quality of life. In a healthy city, efforts are made to create an environment that supports physical and mental
health, reduces the risk of diseases, and enhances overall well-being.
The New District, situated to the southeast of Madrid, is a pivotal component in finalizing the development of this city,
encompassing nearly 200 hectares. The district is envisioned as a finelywoven, diverse, and vibrant community, with the added
aspiration of serving as a global exemplar of sustainability. It’s slated to accommodate approximately 10,000 apartments,
available for rental and ownership, including cooperatives and building associations. Of these, half are designated as
subsidized housing. The A5 highway, a critical access point to Madrid from the western metropolitan region, along with various
unconnected residential sectors nearby, underscores the need for a comprehensive proposal aimed at fostering both local and
metropolitan integration.
Leader & Assistant: Jose Maria Ezquiaga / Gemma Peribáñez Location: Madrid S07
Duration: 10 days
Close to the New District, a large green area of around 1,700 hectares called Casa de Campo, are expected to be fully
integrated in the city, which invite for leisure and sports use. For this reason the project seeks to work on the urban scale as
a catalyst, encouraging individuals to embrace a future that is not only more sustainable but also more socially and livably
enriching. Our focus will be on harnessing the value of urban density to mitigate the expansion of land-consuming sprawl in
both Madrid city and its surrounding areas.
Location / Campamento-Madrid, Spain
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Madrid
City District
10 - Latina
Neighbourhood
105 - Campamento
15,45%
foreings
4.515 women
aged 15-49
45 years
average age
19.458
total population
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Housing Cultural
Retail Educational
Institutional Metro
Restaurants
Outdoor
activities
Ciclo
route
master plan
03.
03.
conceptual & intervention strategies
15 minjute city
pedestrian axis green corridor
A-5 comercial nodes
60%
Cultural
Education
Institutional
Commerce & offices
20%
10%
5%
5%
Housing
uses
intervention strategies
1.Cultural green corridor
2.Pedestrian street
3.Mix uses // Safety
grid and connection / built and unbuilt
4.Widening streets to have connection with the green corridor
5.Commerce facing the street A-5
6.Increase the heigth to create more density
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
project
slow down
lower levels
2 lines
same level
2 lines
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city sciences
Susana Isabel
Leader
Julia Landaburu
Assistant
Maria Camila Cano
Stephany Pavon
Fredy Quispe
Samira Taubmann
Andres Padilla
Team
5 days
Duration
S08
S08
The application of science and research to address urban challenges
through an evidence-based approach.
“A smart city is a city where humans, trees, birds and other animals
can grow with all their glories, imperfections, freedom, and creativity.
They are not just cities of technology but cities of love, life, beauty,
dignity, freedom and equality.” - Amit Ray
city link
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link
01.
01. CITY
Exploring how the environment can be integrated in the design of a new development, contributing to the generation of value
while preserving the natural capital. Madrid Nuevo Norte is an ambitious urban regeneration project that seeks to transform
the northern part of Madrid into a modern and sustainable urban environment. Focused on revitalizing outdated infrastructure,
enhancing green spaces, and improving public facilities, the project aims to create a vibrant and forward-thinking cityscape.
One of its primary goals is to establish itself as a key transportation hub in the northern region of Madrid, fostering connectivity
and mobility.
The project aims to enhance the overall quality of life for residents by creating a more livable, sustainable, and well-connected
urban environment. For this reason we started with analizing deeply different scales to undestand the size of the proposalm
investigate and benchmark against other cities or projects that have successfully addressed challenges similar to the chosen
key topic. Identify success factors and lessons learned. Understand the existing uses and activities on the site and analyse the
plans for the nearby areas, including housing, commercial, green space, social facilities, etc., as opportunities to implement
in the proposal.
Leader & Assistant: Susana Isabel / Julia Landaburu Location: Uganda W4
Duration: 5 days
Location / Madrid Nuevo Norte
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Sector 02
Sector 01
Sector 03
No nature
No diversity
No equality
Nature
Diversity
Equality
We want to create a project that prioritizes nature, diversity, and equality as
the main concepts for intervening in the territory. By embracing these concepts,
the intervention seeks to create a harmonious, sustainable, and inclusive space
that fosters a sense of community and well-being. From green spaces that
promote biodiversity to inclusive design principles that celebrate diversity, this
project aspires to redefine the relationship between people, nature, and the
built environment.
A link not only for people in the district, but also for the rest of the city and
other countries, a place that brings together different people with different
aspirations and where they can be whatever they want. By introducing:
-Interconnected green corridors that weave through the urban fabric, providing
not only aesthetically pleasing landscapes but also promoting biodiversity and
ecological balance
-Affordable Housing: Introduce mixed-income housing developments to promote
socio-economic diversity and ensure that the community remains accessible
to people from various economic backgrounds. Also, relocate the slums and
provide the residents with alternative housing since they consider it their home.
-Implement accessible infrastructure, including ramps, tactile paving, and other
universal design features, to create an urban environment that is welcoming
to everyone. Integrate educational programs and skill development initiatives
that empower the community, fostering equality and providing opportunities for
personal and professional growth.
This innovative and forward-thinking initiative aspires to become a beacon
of diversity and inspiration for both the local community and individuals from
across the globe.
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analysis
02.
02.
Possibility of connection
with El Pardo Mountain
Possibility of connection
with Madrid´s Green ring
Possibility of connection
with the Metropolitan forest
nature - metropolitan forest
Opportunities
Green areas
Problems
Topography Environment
The sector have Begoña Park,
Lovers Park and Las Tablas Parks
as the main public green spaces.
The sector has a slope
towards the train line.
Opportunity to connect green
spaces in the site
Not connected public spaces / green areas
Few public spaces / green areas
Metro line barrier
Connected with Mount of “El pardo”, green
ring and metropolitan forest.
Space for a new public space/green area
nature - green / public spaces
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The Madrid Nuevo Norte sector is surrounded
by a diversity of building typologies from
1-story homes to 52-story towers.
neighborhoods services / facilities
Cultural
Cultural
Cultural
Health
Health
Education and Institutional
Bussiness and Commerce
Bussiness and Commerce Sports
1
2
3
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existing buildings
Factories and warehouses
Historical building
existing situation
The neighborhoods with the greatest economy are
the Garden City and the business areas. the poorest
neighborhoods around the sector are popular
neighborhoods and productive landscapes.
The neighborhoods around the sector
belong to different social sectors, so
there is social segregation between
neighborhoods.
Economy
Social
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equality - nature
Public health
New buildings for health
Re-use buildings
Workshops - ateliers
Cultural spaces
Public Spaces
Green corridor
Social Housing
Protected social
housing
Public Spaces
Green areas inside
blocks
Existing
Integration with the
existing neighborhoods
diversity - mix of uses
Commerce: Local Scale
Commerce: City Scale
Social Housing
Health
Cultural Sports
Education and Institutional
Public space
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low cost & emergency housing
Elena Giral
Leader
Giulia Celentano
Khalda El Jack
Guests
Maria Camila Cano
Stephany Pavon
Andres Padilla
Jerónimo Nazur
Ángela Tamayo
Brittany Siegert
Team
5 days
Duration
S09
S09
At the heart of Kyaka II, where resilience meets sanctuary, hope
rises like the sun over the horizon. This camp embodies courage and
unity in the face of challenges, allowing us to find strength and an
unbreakable spirit to create a future that outshines the past.
kyaka II refugee
settlement
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refugee
01.
01. KYAKA II
The largest population of refugees in Africa live in Uganda, with over 1.5 million refugees and asylum-seekers. The majority of
refugees are from South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Burundi, where people have fled violent conflicts
and extreme poverty. In Uganda, 13 districts in the north and south-west regions and the capital, Kampala, host more than
80% of refugees.
The project aims to respond to the humanitarian crisis with a focus on shelter. Providing shelter is not just about having a
roof or a place to live, it is also about having clean water, sanitation or access to land rights in socio-economically viable
environments. Adequate shelter, whether temporary or not, provides dignity and reduces vulnerability, directly affecting health,
access to education, employment or services.
-More than 1 in every 74 people on Earth has been forced to flee-
Leader : Elena Giral Location: Uganda W4
Duration: 5 days
The percentage distribution of people displaced to Uganda from different countries, with the majority coming from South Sudan
(67%), followed by D.R. Congo (32%), and a smaller percentage from other unspecified locations (11%).
Kyaka II in Kygegwa, is indeed a refugee settlement or camp in Uganda. These settlements are often established to provide a
temporary home and essential services for displaced individuals, including refugees. They typically offer shelter, food, water,
healthcare, and other basic amenities to help meet the needs of those who have been forced to leave their homes due to
conflict, persecution, or other crises.
Location / Uganda
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population
02.
02.
118,857
Total Refugees
119,906
Total population Age & Gender breakdown
Refugees incomes
Specific Needs
Total Household
32,436
Total Asylum Seekers
1,049
44% Cash assistant
21% Farming
17% Casual labours
The Goverment of Uganda & host communities: Provide
land for settlement of refugees and share with them social
services such as health, water, and education.
culture
03.
03.
Uganda: English, Swahili and others local languages
D.R. Congo: French, Swahili and others local languages
South Sudan: English
Others: English, French, Swahili and others local languages
Languages
Women’s Skills Men’s Skills
Women’s Aspirations Men’s Aspirations
1.Farmer 58%
2.Livestock 24%
3.Domestic laborer 23%
1. 2. 3. 1. 2. 3.
1.Farmer 67%
2.Livestock 32%
3.Casual laborer 31%
1.Farmer 30%
2.Tailor 40%
3.Hairdresser 38%
1.Farmer 32%
2.Mechanic 26%
3.Driver 43%
1. 2. 3. 1. 2. 3.
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climate
04.
04.
Dry Seasons
-June to August & December to February
-Average temperatures around 27°C in the afternoon and
16°C in the morning.
Tropical rainforest climate
Wind
The wind most frequently comes from the south throughout
the year
From August to December the wind comes from the east
The calmest month of the year in Kyegegwa is October, with
wind speeds averaging 7.1 kilometers per hour.
The windiest month of the year in Kyegegwa is July, with
winds at an average speed of 10.2 km per hour.
Speed
Direction
Wet Seasons
-March to May & September to November
-Daytime temperatures average around 28°C and morning
temperatures around 16°C.