Concept design options for a 2,000 m² residential plot
From the plot, the brief and your wish list to three real options, compared side by side, so you choose with the numbers in front of you. Each round of your comments produces an improved set.
The brief we designed to
- Plot 50 × 40 m, FAR 4.0, setbacks 6 m front / 3 m sides and rear
- About 100 units: studios, 1- and 2-bedroom; two podium parking levels; roof amenities
- Wish list: modern façade, maximise natural light, efficient floor plates, phased sales if possible
Options at a glance
| Option | Height | Typical floor m² | GFA m² | Efficiency | Units (approx.) | Cost index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Option A · Single slim tower | G+P2+12 | 615 | 7,995 | 81% | 101 | 1.06 |
| Option B · Twin mid-rise blocks | G+P2+8 | 888 | 7,992 | 80% | 100 | 1.00 |
| Option C · Courtyard U-shape | G+P2+6 | 1,140 | 7,980 | 77% | 96 | 0.95 |
Cost index: build cost relative to Option B. Unit counts at the same average unit size.
Option A · Single slim tower G+P2+12
Typical floor 615 m² · 13 residential floors · 7,995 m² GFA
Strengths- Best views and light on all four sides
- Simplest structure and fastest build
- Largest open ground for landscaping
- Highest lift and façade cost per m²
Option B · Twin mid-rise blocks G+P2+8
Typical floor 888 m² · 9 residential floors · 7,992 m² GFA
Strengths- Two phases: sell and build block 1 first
- Lower height, cheaper façade and lifts
- Courtyard between blocks
- Units facing each other across the courtyard
- Two cores to staff and maintain
Option C · Courtyard U-shape G+P2+6
Typical floor 1,140 m² · 7 residential floors · 7,980 m² GFA
Strengths- Low-rise, family feel, private courtyard
- Lowest structural cost
- No tower crane height limits
- Deep floor plates lower efficiency
- Fewer premium views
Our recommendation: Option B
Twin blocks let you launch and build in two phases, which halves the early cash need, while keeping efficiency at 80% and the build cost at the reference level. Next round: we will test a slimmer block depth for better light and add a shared roof terrace, based on your comments.
What you get in each round
- Site plan and typical floor plan for every option
- Massing views and renders of the preferred option
- Areas schedule (GFA, saleable, efficiency), unit mix and parking count
- Indicative cost and a short note of pros, cons and risks
- Then detailed design: architectural drawings, structural model and BOQ for the chosen option
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Illustrative sample for a fictional project. Figures are indicative only and are not an offer, valuation or professional advice. Your own study uses your plot, your market data and current rates, confirmed by Mizo's team.