On a social level, the architecture of collective housing plays a major role in the cohesion or fragmentation of urban communities. The design of these homes can profoundly influence the way individuals interact with each other, and by extension, the feeling of belonging to a community.
Buildings designed to encourage meetings and social interactions, with well-designed common spaces such as shared gardens, welcoming lobbies or roof terraces, can strengthen social connections. They promote a more collective and supportive way of life, particularly in densely populated neighborhoods. On the other hand, unsuitable architecture, where private spaces are completely isolated from public spaces, can lead to a feeling of isolation and alienation.
However, contemporary architecture seeks to overcome these problems by promoting more inclusive and sustainable approaches.
The emergence of concepts such as participatory housing or social diversity in development projects aim to create residential complexes where the diversity of residents is encouraged, thus allowing better social integration.
In the project below, I have managed to bring those ideas into a vibrant architectural approach.
