URBAN DESIGN/ RIGA KIPSALA

The project site is located in Riga, along the waterfront of 4īpsala, directly opposite the university campus. Despite its strategic location and strong spatial relationship with the river, the area currently remains underused and lacks a clear urban identity. Although the site benefits from proximity to the city center, student density, and valuable waterfront access, it does not fully exploit its potential in terms of public life, recreation, or social interaction. The absence of strong pedestrian connections and active public programs results in a fragmented and passive urban edge.