brazilian flora envelops community living project by laurent troost architectures

Co-Living INGÁ advocates for urban green spaces in Brazil

Laurent Troost Architectures has designed Co-Living INGÁ, a community living project in the heart of Manaus, Brazil. Situated just one block from the iconic Teatro Amazonas, this development aims to encourage private investment in the city’s historic areas by blending residential spaces with nature. The project comprises three 43 sqm one-bedroom apartments and three 52 sqm two-bedroom apartments, all surrounded by native flora and unconventional edible plants (PANCs). The building stands out in an urbanistically underdeveloped area with its street-level transparency and lush vegetation, advocating for increased greenery in city centers.

all images courtesy of Laurent Troost Architectures | image by Susan Valentim

Laurent Troost Architectures’ project features six apartments 

this development promotes private investment in Manaus’ historic areas

three 43 sqm one-bedroom apartments and three 52 sqm two-bedroom apartments are housed in the building

native flora and unconventional edible plants envelop the residence

street-level transparency and lush vegetation advocate for greenery in city centers

units benefit from cross-ventilation and natural shading

the project revitalizes its surroundings | image by Susan Valentim

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improved public lighting complements the surroundings

community amenities include a collective laundry, shared storage room, vegetable garden and more

 

 

 

project info:

name: INGÁ Co-living
architect: Laurent Troost Architectures | @laurenttroost
location: Manaus, Brazil
photographer: Susan Valentim | @susanvalentim

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