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Contemporary lifestyle often segregates indoor and outdoor activities, reflecting a disconnect from nature and community. This division, critiqued by thinkers like Jane Jacobs and Richard Sennett, results in sterile, homogeneous living spaces. For instance, Jacobs lamented the loss of vibrant street life due to urban planning focused on segregation. To bridge this gap, architectural interventions can be inspired by biophilic design principles, integrating natural elements into living spaces. Incorporating features like rooftop gardens, indoor greenery, and open-air courtyards can blur the lines between indoors and outdoors, promoting well-being and community interaction. While rooftop gardens and courtyards have thrived within expansive urban developments, architects and designers have grappled with adapting similar successes to suburban environments. Recognizing this gap, we introduce "Mosaic," a micro-intervention aimed at transforming the ambiguous spaces that straddle the boundary between interior and exterior realms. Mosaic endeavors to seamlessly blend a sense of shelter with an immersive exposure to natural elements, fostering a harmonious coexistence between indoor comfort and outdoor vitality.

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Mosaic bridges the gap between the two modes of living by introducing a series of cube units that manifest as demolition of this physical boundary. These modular units fulfill various functionalities to carry out indoor and outdoor activities, such as bookshelf, seating, table, and planter boxes.

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Designing flexible spaces that adapt to different activities throughout the day fosters a sense of belonging and encourages outdoor engagement. Ultimately, by reimagining architectural landscapes to prioritize integration and diversity, we can cultivate more colorful, vibrant living environments that enhance both individual well-being and community cohesion.

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Modular approach to construction enables free configuration that suits different sized lots and site constraints, as well as a streamlined production and distribution. Modules are easily customized to fit the residents' needs, and aesthetic preferences. These items can be mass produced, flat packed, shipped, and assembled on site. This allows for a scalable solution that can make significant impact in the cultural norm.

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Cassie Lamouri