Model social building in Piekary Slaskie

Ola Skorupa

13 of February '25

Model social building of residential development

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Social housing is an essential element of social policy, so the project in Piekary Slaskie combines modernity, functionality and optimal space management. The design is based on statistical analysis and mathematical relationships, such as Benford's Law and Fibonacci sequence, which allowed for ergonomic arrangement of the development. The structure of the building uses the principle of the golden ratio, which ensures better interior lighting and harmonious integration with the surroundings. The building offers not only apartments, but also communal spaces to foster social integration, such as a community center and places for activation of residents/residents. The design takes into account the local architecture of Silesia and ecological solutions, including green roofs and a large share of biologically active areas. For more interesting information, visit the home page of the AiB portal.

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Social housing is an essential element of social policy, so the project in Piekary Slaskie combines modernity, functionality and optimal space management.
The design is based on statistical analysis and mathematical relationships, such as Benford's Law and Fibonacci sequence, which allowed for ergonomic arrangement of the development.
The structure of the building uses the principle of the golden ratio, which ensures better interior lighting and harmonious integration with the surroundings.
The building offers not only apartments, but also communal spaces to foster social integration, such as a community center and places for activation of residents/residents.
The design takes into account the local architecture of Silesia and ecological solutions, including green roofs and a large share of biologically active areas.
For more interesting information, visit the home page of the AiB portal.

Social housing is a key element of social policy, responding to the needs of vulnerable people. In view of the growing demand for this type of development, it is becoming necessary to create modern, functional and well-designed living spaces. The design of a model social building in Piekary Slaskie, developed by Monika Marszol as part of her engineering thesis at the Faculty of Architecture at the Silesian University of Technology, is a response to these challenges. The concept was created on the basis of statistical analysis, mathematical principles and patterns found in nature, which allowed for optimal shaping of the development.

analysis of plot location

analysis of household structure and mathematical inspiration

At the design stage, the household structure of welfare recipients was analyzed. Studies have shown that the smaller the number of people per household, the more frequent such households are on a national scale. In search of an architectural model, this data was compared with Benford's Law, which determines the frequency of digits in natural numbers. Using these correlations, a resemblance was seen to the Fibonacci sequence, which became a key element in the spatial organization of buildings.

master diagram describing the process of creation

spatial structure and the golden ratio principle

Based on the values of the Fibonacci sequence, an arrangement of squares was created, which were then arranged according to the golden ratio principle. The individual spatial modules were transformed into a compact block, ensuring optimal lighting of the interiors and the building's integration into the surroundings. The inspiration of nature is evident here not only in the aesthetic layer, but also in the functional one - the layout of the building resembles the way the leaves of plants organize themselves around the stem, maximizing access to light. This architectural solution minimizes the risk of shading the lower floors and improves the quality of life for residents/residents.

diagrams showing the distribution of functions on the estate

The designed social building is intended not only to provide shelter, but also to create a space conducive to social integration. The functional division includes both the basic needs of tenants, as well as additional common spaces, such as a community center where residents can hold community meetings and other events. The design also includes spaces for users' self-activation, which allows for better social integration and joint action for the benefit of the local community.

plans of the main building

Reference to traditional architecture of Silesia

The building was designed taking into account local architectural considerations. Traditional Silesian buildings are characterized by brick facades and red window frames - these elements were taken into account in the design through the use of clinker tiles and red finishing details. The building's construction is based on reinforced concrete and ceramic blocks, which ensures the building's durability and energy efficiency.

silhouette

Sustainability is an important element of the project. Green solutions include green roofs, allowing rainwater retention and improving the microclimate around the building. The plot has been developed so that as much of its area as possible remains biologically active - in total, it accounts for 56.15% of the total space (1123.06 sqm). Tall vegetation acts as a noise barrier and protects against air pollution, while providing friendly recreational spaces for residents.

visualization from a human perspective

The design of the model social building in Piekary Slaskie is an innovative combination of modern architectural solutions with mathematical and natural patterns. Thoughtful organization of space, application of the principle of golden proportion and consideration of the local context make the building not only fulfill its basic functions, but also create a space conducive to integration and improvement of the quality of life of residents. Thanks to the solutions used, it is an example of an effective and aesthetic approach to the design of social housing.