VERTICAL GENERATIONS

Multi Generational Housing Complex

Fall 2024 (6 weeks)

Starting with a long site containing four existing structures, this project reimagines a multi generational housing complex by integrating geometric form, natural light, and seamless indoor-outdoor connections. The original single-flat buildings served as a foundation, expanded upon to create a dynamic and adaptable living environment.

A system of walkable paths and breezeways was introduced to enhance mobility for all generations, fostering accessibility and shared spaces. At the beginning of the semester, a set of design rules emerged through iterative sketches and geometric studies, guiding the development of the project. These rules ensured a balance between private and communal areas while maintaining spatial cohesion. The diagrams illustrate this design process, highlighting the interplay of scale, privacy, and spatial layering in both plan and section.