Creating Suitable Home-Work Environments in the Modern Service Economy

The conventional separation between living and working, a fundamental principle of modernist urban planning, is being challenged by the contemporary service economy. With an increasing number of people working from home, in residences not originally designed for this purpose, the concept of home-work environments has become a pressing concern. In collaboration with researcher-architect Frances Holliss, DASH delves into the phenomenon of working from home and its impact on our residential culture.

Exploring Architectural and Urban Potential at the Scale of the Urban Building Block

DASH explores the architectural and urban possibilities of creating suitable home-work environments for a diverse group of individuals working from home, focusing on the scale of the urban building block. This exploration aims to uncover innovative design approaches and solutions that can address the representation of work, the integration of work and living spaces, accessibility, and the transitional area between the street and the front door.

Inspiration from Historical and Contemporary Examples

As part of this research, DASH draws inspiration from a wide range of historical and contemporary examples, including cities like Coventry, London, Paris, Kyoto, Maastricht, Rotterdam, and Berlin. By examining successful case studies from various cultural contexts, DASH seeks to gather valuable insights and best practices that can inform the development of inclusive and adaptable home-work environments.

Join us on this exploration of the future of living and working, as we navigate the evolving demands of the service economy and seek to reshape the built environment to better accommodate the diverse needs of individuals working from home.