Modular Housing Students Dormitory,
A collaboration project with 3XN/GXN
What is the best way to put units together which grow horizontally and vertically NOT GENERIC ,HAS IDENTITY , AND UNIQUE ?
Description of the Project
To achieve this, the architects must develop a residential unit tailored to student housing needs that effectively showcases the use of wooden finishes. These finishes encompass interior walls, flooring, ceilings, and exterior walls, which may extend to include furniture elements like panels, lamellas, or shingles. The chosen finishes should reflect the natural origins of the wood, recalling tree shapes, forest environments, or diverging from natural aesthetics as desired. The unit must be designed with a modular approach, allowing for multiple units to be assembled based on user requirements, both horizontally and vertically, with the flexibility to scale up as needed. The goal is to build from the intricacies of the finishes to shape the overall project. Starting from the smallest scale of finishes (XS), the architecture should progress to unit size (S), then multiple units forming clusters (M), and ultimately enable the creation of a larger building complex (L).
Concept and Approach
Design Approach
The project’s objective is to highlight the potential of using MCF wood in architectural finishes. The design features modular units designed specifically for student housing needs, capable of being arranged in different configurations and scales. A key principle is designing for disassembly, ensuring ease of dismantling and reassembly. The approach integrates circular and sustainable practices with a zero-waste strategy. The design prioritizes high-quality craftsmanship and aesthetics while utilizing eco-friendly materials and construction methods.
Wall panels ,Unite and Detaining
Modular system and Growing Process
The knot + beam ,Unit and detailing
Adaptive Building block with technical integration
The knot + column Unit and detailing
Adaptive Building block with technical integration
Modular system and Growing Process
Roof and floor panels Unit and detailing
Modular system and Growing Process
MAIN PLAN
Unit and detailing
FURNITURE AND ERGONOMICS OF THE SPACE
UNIT and detailing
Design for Assembly
Complex Design
The anticipated project will cover an area of 2500 square meters and will accommodate around 60 single-bed units for students. Each unit will include essential amenities such as a lounge, restroom, kitchen, dining area, and study table.
While the project’s location is speculative and does not correspond to a real site, the focus is on the conceptual process. Numerous configurations are possible, adaptable to various domains and environments.
The proposed structural system is a hybrid of timber and steel. This project’s scope is conceptual rather than providing detailed solutions for all dimensions. The design is based on the shifting of units and load areas, aligning with the main vertical circulation. Services are proposed to be located on the ground level, functioning as an urban wall that not only serves as a dormitory but also benefits the surrounding neighborhoods..
