Site overview
41.329°N, 19.819°E

Site analysis of Njësia Bashkiake Nr. 2, Tirana

Full CAD data and land survey

Site Metrics

0.72
Area (km²)
536
Buildings
740
Buildings / km²
32.9%
Built Footprint
445
Avg Footprint (m²)
0.82
Est. FAR Index
53%
Green Coverage

Feature Breakdown

Buildings
536
Roads & Paths
761
Green Areas
261
Water Bodies
3
Trees
1,187
Site map

Program Breakdown

Residential
92
Commercial
22
Office
11
Civic & Public
11
Religious
5
Unspecified
395
Program breakdown map

Site Potential

Site Potential Index
79 / 100

Favors ambitious, high-impact development

Density & Intensification

Density Level
High
Intensification Headroom
Moderate

Current density levels provide a solid foundation for incremental intensification without drastic urban restructuring. Mid-rise typologies and strategic plot consolidation could unlock additional floor area. This context typically supports phased development approaches that respect existing neighborhood character.

Buildability & Massing

Massing Flexibility
Flexible
Block Scale
Mid-scale

Open surroundings allow for clean, regular building volumes with maximum flexibility in structural layout and facade orientation. This freedom supports optimal floor plate depths and efficient core positions. Designers can prioritize programmatic logic over contextual accommodation.

Programmatic Signals

Housing Suitability
Medium
Office / Mixed-Use
High
Retail Potential
Strong

Larger building footprints and existing FAR suggest the site can efficiently accommodate commercial floor plates with optimal structural spans. Office or institutional uses could leverage the scale for efficient core-to-perimeter ratios. Mixed-use podiums with retail at grade would enhance street-level activity.

Open Space & Landscape

Open Space Potential
High
Landscape Integration
Strong

The strong presence of existing vegetation creates opportunities for landscape continuity, connecting new development to established green infrastructure. Consider preserving mature trees where possible and designing ground-level spaces that extend natural corridors. Biophilic design strategies would resonate well with the site's character.

Urban Character

Character
Transitional
Design Posture
Urban Repair

The transitional character of this area creates opportunities for urban repair, where new development can help define emerging urban identity. Consider designs that bridge between existing conditions and future aspirations for the neighborhood. This context often rewards bold yet respectful architectural gestures.

Balance Sheet

Opportunities
  • +Vertical development potential available
  • +Compact urban fabric supports active ground floors
  • +Existing green infrastructure offers integration opportunities
Constraints
  • −Dense surroundings suggest careful daylight strategy

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