The Cuber represents an innovative approach to high-density housing in Turin, exploring how vertical communities can foster social interaction and shared resources. This 2018 academic design studio project challenges conventional apartment building typologies through its modular, stackable design philosophy.
The building's core concept revolves around prefabricated housing modules that can be stacked and combined in various configurations. This system allows for flexible unit sizes and arrangements while maintaining structural efficiency and construction economy.
Between the private residential units, the design incorporates shared facilities including communal kitchens, gardens, workshops, and social spaces. These amenities reduce individual unit costs while fostering community interaction and resource sharing among residents.
The Cuber is designed to integrate with Turin's urban fabric through ground-level commercial and cultural programming. Public spaces, retail, and community services create a connection between the residential community and the broader neighborhood.
Environmental performance is enhanced through shared resources, reduced individual footprints, and integrated systems for energy and water management. The project demonstrates how high-density living can actually reduce environmental impact through efficient design and community-based resource management.