CENTRE + WORKPLACE

Today challenges such as densification, gentrification and shifts in everyday life are evident in the neighborhoods in the southern parts of Stockholm. The studio focused on how these issues effected the area of Farsta and how architecture can help to reactivate the spaces. 

Söderort (southern part of Stockholm) was built around the idea of communities being connected to the subway. Next to each station sits a centre with commercial and public services. Originally these were publicly owned, but many have been sold off and are now struggling economically.

The concept was to create a co-working space for individuals, start-ups and companies and integrate it with short-term apartments. The main goal was to incorporate movement, varying floor heights, light  and visual connection to create a synergy between the working and living space, while maintaining an element of privacy for those that live there. The facilities in the apartments have been stripped back to influence the residents to use the shared spaces within the building. The cantilevered first floor draws people into the courtyard that features two retail spots and a restaurant.