THE BODE COMMUNITY: Social Housing on the River: - B.Arch final thesis
Author: Bruno Tinoco / Advisor: Ana Rolim
Catholic University of Pernambuco (UNICAP), Brazil

The project aims to address the housing needs of the Bode community situated in the Pina Bay area of Recife, Brazil. This initiative responds critically to the municipal plan of relocating residents to standardized "H" block housing, which fails to align with their existing lifestyle centered around stilt houses interconnected with waterways.

 

Drawing insights from the community's current living arrangements, the proposal introduces modular housing units designed to accommodate varying needs. Parametric constraints ensure flexibility without compromising essentials like natural light, cross-ventilation, and shading, essential considerations for tropical climates like Brazil.