London Design Silver

2025

16 COURTYARDS

Entrant Company

Zihao Wang & Yanyan Zhang & Xueer Ma

Category

Architectural Design - Residential

Client's Name

Country / Region

United States

This project is a reimagination of egress stairs. Rather than treating them as enclosed, isolated spaces, we see them as opportunities of openness and connection. Each stair landing connects directly to a semi-private courtyard belonging to the adjacent unit, fostering community and encouraging casual encounters among neighbors —much like traditional single-family neighborhoods. The compact stairwell minimizes egress distances and enables the building to fit into small urban lots. By incorporating a modular and compact utility core, this typology can easily adapt to various lot sizes and accommodate diverse family needs.

This approach bridges the gap between single-family homes and large apartment complexes by offering a compact, community-focused alternative that balances density with a strong sense of connection and livability.

Credits

Zihao Wang
Yanyan Zhang
Xueer Ma
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