Breaking down conflicts over the right to the city and defending the rights of all.
My project investigates the conflict between the housing crisis and public space in the Tempelhof neighborhood of Berlin. Based on the theory of the "right to the city," I explore how to balance the need for housing with the protection of public space in urban development. Through an in-depth analysis of Berlin's housing crisis, the project proposes a "compensation mechanism" that meets the housing needs of residents while preserving valuable public space.
This mechanism optimizes the public nature of the site by creating public open spaces and mixed-use transitional spaces within the community. At the same time, it addresses the city's housing shortage through the design of housing units that protect residents' privacy. The resulting design creates a sustainable community for 1,500 residents, offering affordable housing, promoting social cohesion, and supporting ecological preservation, with the aim of fostering a diverse and inclusive urban environment.
