Merin Hill

Belgrade, Serbia

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Merin Hill

Belgrade, Serbia

Firm

Zabriskie

Type

Residential › Apartment

STATUS

Built

YEAR

2021

SIZE

300,000 sqft - 500,000 sqft

In the fragmented urban fabric of Lekino Brdo’s south slope in Belgrade, the client sought an authentic and recognizable piece of architecture. As their first investment project, the goal was to set a strong foundation for the new branch – a unique building with a distinctive appearance, innovative loft use, high quality, and maximum rationality in exploiting the site’s potential.
The result is a complex of 184 apartments, with few identical layouts due to the terrain and planning constraints. This diversity created a range of interior atmospheres, ensuring each resident could find a home suited to their needs.

BROKEN-SHAPED ROOF
Inspired by the surroundings and developed through close collaboration, the roof became a signature feature. It both integrates with and challenges the existing landscape, turning into an autonomous architectural theme that highlights the role of roofs in a city’s image. Functionally, it demonstrates new ways to use loft spaces.

FAÇADE MEMBRANE
The façade concept emphasizes horizontality while respecting the proportions of neighboring openings. Its rhythm neutralizes the repetitive windows and terraces typical of large residential complexes, framed views, enhance privacy, and offer summer sun protection.

PENTHOUSE DUPLEXES
Traditionally the least attractive units – duplexes with lofts – were transformed into high-demand residences. Instead of the conventional layout, the day zone was moved to the upper level, opening onto spacious roof terraces with sweeping views, while the night zone occupies the lower floor. The roof’s geometry ensures complete terrace privacy. Duplex sizes range from 115 m² to 200 m², making many units affordable for the average domestic buyer.

MATERIALS USED
The project introduced several materials to the local market. The Sikalastic 835i hydro-insulating membrane was applied as a finishing layer over the concrete roof, while Swisspearl Largo Reflex façade panels in shifting shades give the building a dynamic appearance throughout the day.