SkyNest — MERO Studios

SkyNest

As urban populations continue to rise, housing shortages and skyrocketing rental costs in cities like Toronto, Canada, necessitate innovative living solutions. Toronto has a significant number of buildings within the 3m-80m height range, offering substantial potential for mid-rise reutilization. In the City of Toronto’s Avenues & Mid-Rise Buildings Study, mid-rise development is encouraged along 200 kilometers of designated Avenues, positioning it as a key strategy for sustainable urban growth. With this ongoing push for mid-rise housing, SkyNest presents a scalable and forward-thinking solution that can be implemented both now and in the future.

Spanning under 25 square meters, SkyNest balances privacy with communal living. Dual entrances and separate workspaces offer autonomy while enabling interaction. Its compact footprint is optimized through verticality and smart spatial planning. Beyond reducing operational energy use, SkyNest actively offsets carbon emissions with biochar-infused panel cladding. As this solution scales, SkyNest’s cumulative carbon sequestration transforms mid-rise densification into a strategy for emission reduction.

Typology: Architecture
Client: King Span
Program: Residential
Location: Toronto, Canada
Area: 25 m2
Status: Concept (2025)

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