LES ACACIAS DISTRICT
GENEVA
SWITZERLAND, 2019
HOUSING
PR–579
The Acacias Project is transforming Acacias Road in Geneva into an innovative residential neighborhood that blends seamlessly into its surroundings.
GALLERY
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PROGRAM
A new residential neighborhood in the heart of the canton of Geneva, featuring 320 rental units ranging from two- to six-room apartments, complemented by 12 ground-floor retail spaces to provide local amenities for residents.
DETAIL
Situation
Route des Acacias, Geneva, Switzerland
Year
2019
Status
International competition
Project management
Société Immobilière Acacias-Lièvre B SA
Project implementation
Dominique Perrault, architect, urbanist
Local architect
Favre+Guth architecture SA
DESCRIPTION
The project stands out for its dynamic volumes and varied heights, combining commercial and retail spaces on the ground floor with residential units arranged in longhouse-style buildings.
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Four types of landscaped spaces enhance residents’ daily lives: a green urban landscape, facades covered with vertical gardens, convertible terrace-balconies, and rooftop gardens for relaxation or urban farming.
A protective structure envelops the building, ensuring thermal, visual, and acoustic comfort while facilitating the maintenance of the greenery. The Acacias neighborhood combines efficiency, comfort, and sustainability, offering spacious and easy-to-maintain homes while creating a harmonious connection between architecture and nature.
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