# Staggered Modern Apartments OSPA Arquitetura E Urbanismo Reimagines Urban Residential Living By Kalin Ned | Published 2025-07-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-residential-living References: [v2com-newswire](https://www.v2com-newswire.com/en/newsroom/categories/residential-architecture/press-kits/1412-01/cap-1-tres-figueiras) & [ospaarqurb.br](https://www.ospaarqurb.com.br/en/cap-1-tres-figueiras) OSPA Arquitetura e Urbanismo's Cap. 1 Três Figueiras redefines urban residential living in Porto Alegre through a thoughtful integration of architecture, landscape, and community-centric design. Situated in a low-density neighborhood, the project features 16 [staggered apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-seven-floors) across four blocks, each oriented to preserve views of a historic fig tree while maximizing natural light through east-west exposures. The urban residential living development is centered around a 'suspended houses' design concept, which is realized through U-shaped concrete terraces with Hijau stone-clad pools. Through this arrangement, OSPA Arquitetura e Urbanismo creates private outdoor spaces that blur indoor-outdoor boundaries. By aligning with local zoning laws that exclude terraces from built-area calculations, OSPA enhances livable space without compromising the development’s aesthetic or functional harmony. The ground floor prioritizes pedestrian engagement with a [landscaped stepped garden](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/staggered-cabin), for example. Communal amenities — including a spa, gym, and art-filled gallery — reflect a commitment to wellness and cultural enrichment. Image Credit: Gabriel Konrath ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 45% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Indoor-outdoor Living Integration:** Architectural designs that blend indoor and outdoor spaces optimize natural elements, fostering a deeper connection with nature and enhancing quality of life. - **Community-centric Urban Design:** Focusing on community-oriented spaces within urban architecture promotes social interaction and well-being among residents. - **Flexible Residential Policies:** Innovative approaches to local zoning laws offer opportunities to maximize livable space without altering aesthetic balance, transforming urban planning and development. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Urban Planning:** Advancements in architecture that integrate natural scenery and community spaces pave the way for a new era in urban living solutions. - **Sustainable Real Estate Development:** Incorporating design elements that merge sustainability with residential luxury presents innovative pathways for environmentally friendly urban growth. - **Wellness and Residential Facilities:** Adding amenities like spas and gyms in residential buildings aligns with the growing demand for wellness-oriented living environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Living Towered Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onze22.md) - [Housing Collective Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-comunidad-habitacional.md) - [Sculptural Inverted Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-house-with-an-inverted-roof.md) - [Discreet Modern Brazil Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jf-residence.md) - [Sloped Site Concrete Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oeiras-house.md) - [Terraced Urban Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-minamiazabu.md) - [Slopped-Base Green Tiled Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bak-gordon-arquitectos.md) - [Elevated Forest Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-pinhal.md) - [Terraced Light Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-under-the-poplars.md)