Eight Innovative Infill Houses Transforming Vacant Urban Plots
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Amy Peacock
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Summary
This article showcases eight innovative infill houses built on vacant urban plots in cities worldwide, demonstrating how architects creatively respond to tight spatial constraints. The featured projects include designs that either complement or contrast with neighboring buildings, transforming underutilized city spaces into unique residential properties. Examples span from Dublin to Buenos Aires, highlighting clever architectural solutions for urban density challenges.
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From Dublin to Buenos Aires, these infill houses demonstrate the clever ways vacant plots in built-up cities can be transformed into unique homes.
These infill houses demonstrate the clever ways vacant plots in built-up cities can be transformed into unique homes.
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