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Rooftop Track and Open Living Spaces in Natural Material Housing Complex

Author:
Jiří Gerö
Rooftop Track and Open Living Spaces in Natural Material Housing Complex
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A rooftop track enhances the elevated living experience of a housing complex built with natural materials, prioritizing communal gardens and flexible, open spaces for its residents.
5 key facts about this project
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Rooftop track provides recreational space without compromising land use.
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Elevated first floor enhances community interaction through open, passable design.
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Three-storey apartments arranged in linear groups promote social connectivity.
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Communal gardens strategically placed between residences foster collaboration.
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Natural materials are used to align with sustainable living principles.

The housing complex located in Vancouver's development areas blends with the surrounding forest while allowing easy access to the metropolitan center, situated about 30-60 minutes away. The design focuses on modularity and flexibility, enabling it to adapt to different building plots. This approach allows for the addition of more blocks in response to the community’s needs, creating a livable environment that can grow over time.

Design and Structure

The structure is raised on columns, creating an open first floor that residents can pass through. This design supports interaction while keeping outdoor areas open for recreational use. The complex includes sports facilities and a track on the roof, which maximizing land usage for healthy activities without taking up additional space.

Community Focus

The design emphasizes communal living, offering a mix of small apartments, each equipped with balconies to encourage outdoor engagement. The layout consists of three-storey apartments arranged in groups, all connected by a ground floor podium that also serves as parking. This avoids the need for costly underground garages and promotes easy access to community spaces. Communal gardens and entrances further enhance social connections among residents.

Sustainability Integration

The housing complex incorporates sustainable design elements to reduce ecological impacts. The use of natural materials and green roofs demonstrates a commitment to promoting a healthy living environment. These features align with modern urban living expectations while being mindful of energy efficiency.

The combination of open areas and communal spaces fosters a sense of belonging, allowing residents to enjoy interactions with neighbors while also having private spaces that meet individual needs. With its focus on blending shared and personal living experiences, the design creates a community environment grounded in practicality.

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The Kingspan MICROHOME 2026 competition invites architects and designers worldwide to rethink small-scale living by creating an off-grid, modular micro dwelling under 25 m². Now in its 11th edition, the contest emphasizes sustainable, innovative, and human-centered design that demonstrates how compact living can have a big impact.

With a €100,000 prize fund, entries will be evaluated for originality, efficiency, and their response to contemporary environmental and social challenges. The competition is open to everyone, with submissions allowed individually or in teams of up to four. Registration closes on 30 September 2026, and winners will be announced on 15 December 2026.

By celebrating creativity within strict limits, MICROHOME 2026 continues to push the boundaries of compact architecture and sustainable living.

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