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Elevated Community Spaces with Integrated Playgrounds

Author:
Yunjeong Lee
Elevated Community Spaces with Integrated Playgrounds
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Elevated public spaces designed to foster community interaction seamlessly blend with carefully organized residential units, creating a cohesive environment for family living in Las Vegas.
5 key facts about this project
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Elevated community spaces enhance social interaction among residents.
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The project features a variety of unit typologies to accommodate different family structures.
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Ground-floor parking integrates with retail spaces to create a mixed-use environment.
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Design prioritizes privacy with no windows facing semi-public areas.
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Long corridors connect housing units, encouraging neighborly engagement.

The project is located in Las Vegas, a city marked by a blend of urban life and desert surroundings. It aims to fulfill the need for modern housing that encourages community interaction while respecting individual space. Designed to integrate private living areas with semi-public places, the complex focuses on enhancing the quality of life for its residents through careful planning and layout.

Site Layout and Dimension

The site measures 32.5 by 155 meters and features a set of long squares that guide the arrangement of residential units. This layout allows for optimal views and ample natural light while ensuring that the privacy of the residents is preserved. The complex includes three types of housing: Single + Couple, Couple + Family, and Single + Couple + Family. Each type is tailored to accommodate varying household needs.

Public Space Integration

An important aspect of the design is the placement of public spaces on the second floor. This arrangement not only elevates communal areas but also promotes social interaction among residents. By creating exclusive access to these spaces, the design fosters a sense of community. The inclusion of amenities such as playgrounds invites families to gather and enjoy shared experiences, contributing to a vibrant neighborhood atmosphere.

Accessibility and Circulation

Accessibility is a key consideration in the design. Parking is located on the ground floor, interspersed with retail shops along the site’s long side. This design helps blend residential and commercial life, making the area more dynamic. The entrance to the residential spaces is positioned between the parking and the garage, with stairs leading directly to the apartments above. This layout ensures an easy transition for residents moving between public and private areas.

Residential Unit Design

The design of the residential units is thoughtful and intentional. Each unit lacks windows facing the semi-public spaces, a choice that helps maintain privacy for residents. A long corridor connects the housing units and semi-public areas, facilitating movement and promoting neighborly interactions. This careful arrangement underscores the project’s goal of balancing personal space with opportunities for social connection.

The combination of these design elements creates a balanced living environment that addresses the demands of urban life while encouraging community bonds. Thoughtful planning ensures both personal comfort and a sense of belonging among residents, aligning with the contemporary ideals of communal living.

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The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

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