PREPARED BY; Eyosyas Maeregu-UGR/62036/14

SUBMMITED TO; Mr. Dagimlidet K. & Mr. Gezu y.

 Ta b l e o f c o n t e n t

1 What is a mixed-use apartment?

2 Mixed-use development

3 Mixed-use in Ethiopia

4 Benefits and drawbacks

Case study I; On “Mixed

5 use waterfront development”

Case study II; On Lagare real

6 estate project
 1 What is a mixed-use apartment?

o The physically integrated combination of residential, commercial, cultural, and transportation functions, consolidates
activity within a single building or neighborhood. It is a kind of having multiple programs under one roof.
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o The mixed-use typology is not new; one of the first examples is Trajan’s Market (110 AD) of ancient
Rome with both shops and apartments built in a multi-level structure.

• Historians believe that the building’s arcades were

administrative offices of Emperor Trajan, and the
remains of a library have been excavated. However, as
the population has increasingly migrated into cities
over the past thirty years, the mixed-use building has
experienced a period of great experimentation and
rebirth.
• In our densifying cities, the adoption and thoughtful

Trajan’s Market, 110 AD

execution of mixed-use development is a necessity.
o Mixed-use development may be applied to a single building or in zoning policy across an entire city or other
administrative unit.
o Mixed-use development may be a new construction, reuse of an existing building or a combination.

• Former industrial sites are often

transformed into mixed-use
developments, integrating parks,
housing, and commercial spaces.

• Many cities have successful

mixed-use areas that include
shops, restaurants, and residential
apartments.

• The goal is to create vibrant,

Eagle Hills project on La Gare, walkable communities that Domino Sugar Refinery,
Addis Ababa. enhance quality of life by Brooklyn, United States.
providing various amenities and
reducing the need for
transportation.
 3 Mixed-use in Ethiopia

o Ethiopia's urban population is expanding quickly, especially in cities like Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, and Hawassa. This
rapid urbanization increases the demand for housing, offices, retail spaces, and public amenities.

• Mixed-use development is gaining traction the country experiences

rapid urbanization and economic growth. This type of development
integrates residential, commercial, and recreational spaces within a
single area, promoting more efficient land use and reducing the need
for long commutes.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Urban development

o The idea behind these apartments is to provide an urban lifestyle where people can live, work, shop, and
socialize in the same space or nearby.

o Residents benefit from having retail outlets, cafes, gyms, and offices all within walking distance, which
reduces traffic congestion and enhances urban life.

Some examples;
 La Gare development by Eagle Hills and
 Mohammadia village by MIDROC
investment group

La Gare development, Addis Ababa.

Mohammadia village, Addis Ababa.

 4 Benefits and drawbacks

o Compounded by global issues such as resource scarcity, the migration to cities is placing great responsibility on
urban buildings to do many things, and do them well.
o Mixed-use apartments offer several significant benefits that enhance urban living, such as Convenience and
Accessibility, Improved Walkability, Efficient Land Use, Community Building, and Sustainability.
 Convenience and Accessibility; Residents have easy access to essential services like supermarkets, restaurants,
cafes, gyms, and offices within the same building or complex, reducing the need for travel.
 Improved Walkability; Mixed-use apartments encourage walking and cycling, as services and amenities
are close by. This reduces the need for car travel, lowering transportation costs for residents.
 Efficient Land Use; By combining multiple programs in one area, mixed-use developments optimize land use,
especially in densely populated urban centers.
 Community Building; Shared amenities, such as gyms, parks, and communal spaces, foster a sense of community
and encourage social interaction among residents.
 Sustainability; By minimizing the need for long commutes and encouraging walking or biking, mixed-use
developments contribute to lower carbon emissions and energy consumption.
 Noise and Privacy Concerns; Residents living above or near commercial areas like restaurants, shops, or bars may
experience increased noise, especially during business hours or at night. This can be a particular issue if the
commercial spaces include late-night activities.
 Parking and Traffic Issues; Mixed-use developments often struggle to provide sufficient parking spaces for both
residents and commercial customers. This can lead to frustration for residents, especially in areas where public
transportation is limited.
 Balancing Resident and Commercial Interests; Residents may have different priorities than commercial tenants.
For example, residents might prefer quiet, while commercial tenants may need to attract customers and operate
during hours that disrupt residential life.
 Affordability Issues; Due to the higher construction and management costs, mixed-use apartments may be more
expensive, making them less accessible to lower- or even middle-income residents.
 Trash Accumulation: High population density can lead to increased trash generation and odor issues,
requiring efficient waste management systems.
 Case study I; On “Mixed-use
5 waterfront development”

o A mixed-use waterfront development is a large-scale project that integrates residential, commercial,

recreational, and sometimes office spaces into a single development located along a waterfront (e.g., river, lake,
or ocean).
o These developments are designed to maximize the value of the waterfront location by creating vibrant, walkable,
and often eco-friendly communities where people can live, work, and play in proximity to the water.
• Norman foster globally renowned
architect, he is famous for designing
apple campus. Foster and Partners
team work is often very minimal,
but an attention to detail and
materials.
• This project in Melbourne, Australia
shows us a relationship of the
building to the waterfront.
• It also shows the relationship
between nature and architecture.
Greenery is kind of brought into the
roof and these balconies.
• From the previous slide’s rendered image we can probably guess that there is a retail on the ground level and
residentials above.

What do you aware from this Rendering ?

• From this rendering we can easily

see that there’s clearly a distinction
that being made. The building isn’t
really in the foreground.
• It’s about the activity, recreations,
park space, and the connection. The
building is kind of in the
background.
What do you aware from this rendering ?

• This rendering shows that there

is a rooftop.
• Greenery along the balconies.
• This is the residential portion of
the project.
• The residential units have their
own private and communal
recreational spaces.
 What do you aware from this rendering ?

• In this rendering we notice

that there is a commercial
and retail on the ground
level, and residential above.
• We don’t see parking
everywhere.
• When we compare the
ground level to the
residential one in the terms
of scale, we notice that a
higher ground floor ceiling
in the retail spaces than the
residentials.
• This is the way of creating
a spaces that are to scale
with the activity and use of
that space.
• The opening of this development isn’t necessarily one front door, it’s more of an urban gesture, there is a lot of glass
and it creates a relation with the outdoor.
What do you aware from this rendering ?

• There is a public recreation

space. It has a basketball court
on the roof.
• The roof is occupiable and by
stepping the building’s units
light actually gets deep down
into the courtyard and the
lower units rather than having
an extrusion which goes
vertically straight.
• It also has a structural benefit,
by stepping back can reduce
the vertical cantilever of the
project.
6 Case study II; On Lagare real estate project

LIVE, WORK, SHOP AND PLAY!

• La Gare is a luxury
community that brings the best
of Eagle Hills to Addis Ababa.
With it’s unique approach to
integrated services, public
spaces, pedestrian streets, we
are creating a place where
people can live, work, shop
and enjoy all in one place.
• The project’s residential towers surround a large central landscaped zone that serves as a rejuvenating retreat and
functions as an extension of home. Additionally, the green parks provide ample room for leisurely walks and
relaxation, while interconnected pathways link all areas of the development.
• The retail area at La Gare is unique, providing an unparalleled shopping experience. This commercial hub boasts an
assortment of indoor and outdoor food and beverage choices and contemporary designs that cater to everyone.

• La Gare serves as a new commercial hub for the city, offering luxury apartments, malls, food
and beverage outlets, green parks as well as four and five-star hotels within walking distance.