The building is designed using nine types of prefabricated modules which represent each room. The concept is designed on an effective group of people (a community) who can help each other in terms of business and act as both a client and a retailer, depending on situation. This brings together completely different people in terms of knowledge and interests. The key is that the residents can help and support each other in the areas where units are individually lacking. By responding to these issues, the site is transformed into a fully usable and liveable space.Īnother unique feature of the project is the sense of community that will be created by the mix of different units, which are all unique from each other. This concept addresses the most crucial aspects of the project, which are privacy, shadowing, flooding, greenery, wind, noise, and pollution. When viewed from the Mancunian Way, the building sits closer to the ground, creating a solid shield to protect the majority of the site from both the noise and wind created by the busy road. The building was designed to look like a ship sailing along the River Medlock. The flats are arranged in a way that allows the sun to filter down into the park. The design is based on the idea of floating flats above a large communal park, which includes a bio-diverse planting strategy. The L&W Centre is a residential scheme concept in Mayfield, Manchester. Using Allplan Architecture 3D modeling software, he has developed two projects that achieve these aims using clever design techniques. For one UK-based student, Lukas Somodi, architecture helps find solutions to problems such as environmental and ecological issues, as well as providing health and wellbeing benefits for the occupants.
When supported with the latest 3D CAD software for architects, the results are impressive – creating unique, fit-for-purpose designs that improve the lives of the people that use these spaces.
Architecture is constantly pushing the boundaries of what can be achieved with both new and traditional building materials and techniques.