3.3.5. Use of space

Housing Typology

The variation of residential buildings in Svartlamo(e)n can be categorized based on their built form, methods, or seclusion. Most of the recently built houses are a product of either student projects or competitions focused on sustainability and up-cycling. Even though these two topics were the main goal of these projects, it does not necessarily mean that they have been achieved. Other buildings consist of the old houses that have been there for decades, and some are not suitable due to safety regulations. These old buildings have been identified by the municipality’s cultural heritage department but are not under high preservation (Trondheim Municipality Archive, 1991). The houses in Svartlamo(e)n can also be classified based on their privacy and shared services. Some buildings provide private bathrooms, while others have shared showers and bathrooms creating less privacy.

3.3.5. Use of Space

Svartlamo(e)n has some community spaces within the neighborhood which they maintain themselves. The shared areas are used as community gardens, gathering spaces, etc. There are some community non-profit shops too. The common spaces are mostly owned by the municipality and used by the residents within the neighborhood. The residents are allowed to install informal structures in the common spaces like art installations, sculptures, etc. This is important to recognize as resident’s take pride in their involvement and do-it-yourself principles and influenced our suggestions with the unused spaces in our solutions.

57 | Trondheim | Svartlamo(e)n Figure 30: Upcycled Housing, Huan Chang