The hundred dwellings required in this project are located in a modest neighborhood of Madrid, on the edge with “Casa de Campo”, a large historic park that articulates several areas of the city. The objective of this project is to integrate these dwelling in a natural environment, but creating a relationship with the existing built area.

 

The first decision is to split the program into a tower that houses half of the program, and a low block containing the other half. The tower consists of a large volume of glass that is taller than the existing towers, designed by Sáenz de Oiza. The lower block is made up of single family homes, and adapts its section to topography of the land. This block creates new urban spaces that facilitate the circulation of the neighborhood, and communicate it with the park. It has a flat roof, where neighbors can share outdoor activities, which creates a large cantilever to shade the commercial corridor located next to the district.

 

Creating a sense of privacy, the houses are elevated, reserving the ground floor for the garage. The living rooms have a double height with a large window so that light is introduced into the housing. 

 

The views of the trees make believe that you are alone in the middle of nature.