Studio Idir

Clear idea that is communicated in a simple way. Overall the concept is Very good. One concern: commercial on the ground while housing above. Is a bit unclear where the entrance is for each residence and whether there might be conflicts of public vs private use. After all, the houses are not that tall to Avoid commercial activity from the ground

It’s sensitive and clever. Subtle work.

Sensitive and clearly understands the context better than the others.

Twee presentaion doesn't rule-out a very banal outcome that would hardly differ from a developer's proposal

A strong Take-Back-The-City representation. Sustainability solutions are clear, logical and straightforward both in infrastructure and services. The general profile is relaxed and the neighborhood is adorably intimate. The architect though, implied a prolonged under-construction status. Meaning the site will remain a construction-site long after the first resident moves in. A clearer idea on the phasing will help. Also, lacks a landmark. In my humble opinion such a unique project should stand out visually (not by tall buildings).

This is elegant, practical and sustainable

An attractive optimistic layout, the scale is perhaps a tad ambitious

Love it. Seems to contain so many traditional design elements. And also the incremental building! Great move away from a "single design that's built all at once" approach

I love this one the most. The peace walls weren't always there on the Springfield Road and hopefully, for the sake of my kids and grandkids, they won't be there in future. I don't want them to have to worry about where they can go and where they can live in peace. Fair play to you'se all for dreaming big. We need more of this to get out of this rut we are in. Please god let the politicians listen.

this is excellent, beautiful and builds resilience, skills and sustainability

Love this one

Outstanding work!

What a beautifully conceived concept. Well done everyone at Studio Idir A real bonus for Belfast

This is fantastic

Looks amazing

Looks like it’s been designed by people who know that site. Human scale.

I like it

Looks lovely. Love the reed beds and the commons, but not sure I get the plan… like where would all the garden sheds go?

Amazing!

Exactly the sort of development Belfast needs in the 21st century - people-centred rather than business-centred living.

Beautiful and sustainable design concept for a wonderful community space where people can enjoy everyday life with a community hub to learn and grow.

Looks amazing

Love this co-design ethos!

Sustainable is the way to go forward. Solar panels etc

Excellent well thought out plan

Beautiful concept and design. Inviting future residents to take part in design workshops for the houses and shared spaces is a fantastic idea, giving them agency over their community. Brilliant idea also to grow hemp and willow on the site, it's a great way to show the community examples of sustainable and circular architecture in their environment. Looks like a community anyone would be proud to be a part of!

A great plan, showing good use of space and clear community understanding for living. Great living and maintain/creation of positive outdoor spaces

A thoroughly thought through plan which delivers a solution where people can thrive and build a sustainable community

Excellent design

Wonderful, considered, idea

Thoughtful and contextual approch for the area thinks about what life would be like for residents living there as opposed to being reliant on abstract architectural concepts that do not relate to people's lived experience. Facilities and services important, make sure these go in first as a phased approach. Also must be connected to the wider area.

Inspired and generous design that prioritises everyday needs and community spirit, a triumph!

A dream lifestyle in one of the best spots of West Belfast bringing all the communitys together that live here in west belfast. I also love the way the greenway is included and our own council could not get it right. I take my hat of to everyone involved in this campaign all the success in the future Power to the people!! ✊✊

Very professional plan, would make a huge difference to the area. Well done.

A very clear and understandable proposal. Not cluttered nor too technical.

Great idea

Super

A Great forward thinking plan. Everything we need to bring new housing development into a sustainable and climate friendly place to live . Definitely the type of plan we need .

needs good public transport links to make it work

Well done

Love this! The open spaces, design of build, carless, community focused space to live just wonderful!

Love it! Leafy areas, calmness and a chance for people to time out

This sounds just like what East Belfast needs ... Looks great and I love the way sustainable materials are being used

Very good

Love the open spaces and the chance for Community to come together

Love this plan... looks to the future, while keeping a nod to the past.

We need more of this in Belfast - great design

A truly sustainable vision for the future.

Excellent means of reusing land, with a completely sustainable project

This is the sort of plan needed

Great stuff

Looks well.

Beautiful master plan

Amazing graphics

This is amazing looking

Well done

Love the design. I had family who worked all their lives in Mackies. Good to see the sight regenerated.

Fab

Yes! We need way more of this kind of project. Love the artwork and the detail in this plan.

Great to see a local company sorting out a tired old part of Belfast. Especially like all the eco-friendly features, hemp/solar/pedestrian areas etc

We definitely need more eco friendly housing. Also appreciate the efforts to sustain and encourage community - something we seem to have lost.

Love it!

Love the ideas, could live there myself someday

Amazing

The design is strong & positive plus I really love the way it’s set out & explained in stages. The drawing style is lovely. Best bit for me tho is ‘day in the life of a resident’ - when the dream is real life. Terrific

This looks like a really lovely place and an inspiring way way to live. Even better that it comes from a local firm with an understanding of Belfast.

A sound proposal that attempts to stitch together and make sense of the existing surrounding streets and topography, whilst creating a new neighbourhood and part of the city with its own sense of identity and green space at its heart.

Really attractive plan.I must have missed it but I did not se a scale to appreciate the size of the undertaking.I believe you are ambitious in thinking that you can grow the hemp required for this project, as each house/apt. will require more than 1.5 ha of hemp. However I congratulate you on a very exciting design and for choosing hempcrete technology. paul@globalhempgroup.com

very nice, I like the big park

This plan is a unique, comforting and warm as it provides great housing for people in need. This will create a friendly, vibrant community as it will bring everyone together of all generations as there are a wide variety of activities to take part in. The plan is also very sustainable and also environmentally friendly because of all the working practices that are going on within the residential area. I personally love it and is perfect for all ages.

What I like about this plan is that it is described in a way that makes it easy to envisage. There are so many beautiful ideas that make me want to live here. It brings together everything that I want in an urban residential development, sustainable buildings, nature, gardens to grow food, facilities, community.

This plan provides comforting and welcoming housing for those in need. The approach also incorporates sustainability measures to ensure the housing remains resilient and suitable for future generations; therefore this is the most promising short-term and long-term approach short-listed that will meet our current and future housing and climate requirements.

Love this

Urban housing where it’s needed, delivered by people that communicate in straightforward language.

Fabulous ideas.

A nurturing approach, illustrating opportunities to share the commons.

Delightful

The living spaces and outdoor spaces are really well mingled in this, it seems like it would be a really lovely place to live