During the real estate market crisis of 2014-2015, marked by fluctuating demand, a developer approached us to design a concept for a section of a suburban village. The goal was to enhance the complex’s appeal by giving it a unique identity and ensuring development flexibility. The size of each building needed to be determined at the start of construction based on demand.

Previously, the architectural studio working on the project proposed a high-rise development with at least 50,000 square meters of living space.

In collaboration with a Japanese studio, IDEOLOGIST developed a more efficient and attractive 54,000-square-meter residential plan. This marked our first experience designing a masterplan for an entire building complex. We meticulously prepared the urban planning documents, considering all site constraints.

Japanese architects broke away from the conventional low-rise village model by introducing the concept of blocks and “nests”. The complex consists of 8 blocks, each containing 16 “nests”. A “nest” is a cluster of three or four houses, each with two or three floors. At the center of each block is an “oasis”—a green space designed for relaxation. The “nests” are linked by pedestrian pathways that intersect at the center of each block, where playgrounds and sports areas are located. The streets feature small local shops and cafes.

This layout allows residents to enjoy urban amenities and infrastructure. Entrance ways to apartments through public spaces help foster neighborhood connections and build that invaluable sense of community often missing in large gated communities and apartment complexes.

Year 2015
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