Moshe Safdie: How to reinvent the apartment building

The video discusses the evolution of housing design, starting with a fellowship to study North American housing. It highlights the need to reinvent apartment buildings to offer house-like qualities. The speaker reflects on urban changes in China and other cities, emphasizing high-density living. The Habitat concept is revisited to improve affordability and quality of life, with real-life implementations in Asia. The video concludes with a focus on integrating public spaces in high-density urban environments.

What was the main goal of the speaker's fellowship in North America?

• To investigate suburban lifestyles

• To study public transportation systems

• To explore public housing high-rises

• To analyze commercial real estate

What significant change did the speaker observe in Beijing over thirty years?

• The emergence of high-rise buildings

• A decrease in population density

• A shift to rural living

• The introduction of electric vehicles

What was a key focus in rethinking the Habitat concept?

• Reducing construction costs

• Expanding urban sprawl

• Increasing building height

• Enhancing light and nature access

In the New York test case, what was a unique feature of the reconfigured buildings?

• Community streets in the air

• Solar panel rooftops

• Automated cleaning systems

• Underground parking lots

What was a requirement for apartments in Qinhuangdao, China?

• Access to a private gym

• A minimum of two bedrooms

• Three hours of sunlight

• A balcony with a view

What is a significant aspect of the public realm design in Singapore?

• Exclusive residential zones

• Separation of indoor and outdoor spaces

• Integration of promenades and parks

• Focus on commercial development

What is a notable feature of the sky park in Singapore's high-density project?

• A private golf course

• The world's longest swimming pool

• A rooftop cinema

• An underground aquarium