The site, located in Hado-ri, is one of the most preserved natural regions. Hado-ri stands in high relief to the rapid march of development on other parts of Jeju Island. Acknowledging the uniqueness of the site, the proposed planning scheme creates spatial diversity as well as equal accessibility to views and naturally occurring breezes. The site slopes gently towards the sea. Longitudinal vehicular circulation minimizes the slope. Four unit types will be orchestrated according to its distance from the sea. Units located farther from the sea have been designed to peer over units that enjoy a closer position. For safe pedestrian access, the crossroad provides a clear delineation between vehicular and foot traffic. Visual connections to the sea and to the landscape enhance the sense of place. Landscaping is vital for mediating climatic variances, ensuring visual and acoustical privacy, and defining space. As a soft boundary, landscaping elements accentuate the hard architectural boundaries by nurturing interaction. By layering and sequencing zones, pocket parks connect shared units, and the main corridor connects the individual homes. Echoing the overall site plan, the parks are not individually defined. Rather, the parks are connected organically and thoughtfully define the voids between the units of collective housing, wherein residents can contemplate privately or commune with nature.
Hadohilljo Townhouse, Jeju
UNITEDLAB Associates LLC

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