A defining feature of the project is the shared structural wall between each pair of houses. These walls run parallel to the slope, acting as both a functional backbone and a poetic gesture.
Structurally, this approach minimizes material usage, reduces construction waste, and provides enhanced stability on sloped terrain. But more than a technical solution, these walls symbolize interdependence. They blur the line between private and communal, anchoring each home not in isolation but in relationship—with its neighbor and with the wider community.
This architectural strategy achieves more than environmental sensitivity—it cultivates a lifestyle of shared values. Residents are connected not just by proximity, but by the very framework of their homes. The design fosters a subtle but profound sense of collective resilience, where individual dwellings support and are supported by one another. By minimizing environmental disruption and amplifying human connection, the project reflects a new model of sustainable, community-first development.
Architecture that Builds Belonging
Preparing and enjoying meals together becomes a ritual of connection, turning everyday moments into opportunities for relationship-building.
Connecting these homes are a series of intuitive pathways that run directly in front of each unit, linking neighbors together while providing a smooth, integrated route to the wider road network. These paths ensure easy access while reinforcing the idea that movement through the space should feel open, welcoming, and naturally connected.
Designing with the Elements:
A Response to Rugged Terrain
and Water Realities
Set against a backdrop of rugged, uneven topography, this project site presented complex and urgent environmental challenges from the outset. With portions of the land routinely blocked by seasonal rainwater flows, the terrain itself dictated a departure from standard development approaches. Building directly on the ground—particularly for critical infrastructure like water storage—proved impractical, both technically and environmentally.
One of the most pressing issues was the inconsistent behavior of rainwater throughout the year. During the wet season, heavy rains transform parts of the site into impassable zones, while also overwhelming the current reservoir system.
This aging infrastructure not only struggles to contain the volume of water, but its frequent leakage undermines both mobility and safety, creating muddy, unstable paths and impeding access across the site.