Urban farms of Ein El-Seira

Urban farms of Ein El-Seira

Status: Design methods & approaches course - 3rd academic year
Year: 2020/2021
Location: Ein El-Seira, Giza, Egypt
School: Cairo university, Faculty of Engineering, Architecture department
Software used: Revit, photoshop

Aim: Redesign of the neglected roofs in Ain El-Seira using lateral thinking methods.

Concept: Under the theme of creating an urban farm that serves Ein Al-Seira, the roof satisfies variety of farming methods and crops that lead to self sufficiency. They are supported with an open kitchen for residents. They’re raising awareness to additional multi- functional spaces, use them as external and direct access for the roof.
Current condition of roofs before design.
Main shot showing the roofs after design.
Human eye shot showing the vertical circulation and scaffolded green structure.
Flexible storage units used for seating.
Pigeon towers & seating areas.
Vegetables market.
Kitchen.
Bridge connecting roofs.
2D zoning showing the different functions.
Presentation boards
Urban farms of Ein El-Seira
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