Elevated House.

Designing for a modular and/or DIY construction project may have mixed expectations, nevertheless we still try to address the issue from time to time. The model presented here is a 13.8 by 6.4 meter single family home or live/work environment that could easily be a long term dwelling for a working professional or newlyweds, as well as a vacation home or retreat; we've placed the construction on top of two concrete pillars in order to achieve a minimal footprint and since it's modular, the building can rest on lower foundation or stilts just above grade. The example presented here is a solution in which by elevating the frame we get a nice covered area that can be used as a garage or a terrace, or it can be enclosed to make for more interior living areas. 

As a study model we expect there will be some changes and adjustments in order to get the economy of it into a range that fits into most budgets. More to come soon.

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Study House 004.

Number 4 in the series, this project is based on the modular 4x8ft. standard and variations adding 1/4, 1/2, etc. to the widths and heights creating a more welcoming interior, taking note of the exterior details made from zinc, aluminum and ebony panels and double pane windows. The plan consists of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, living room and study, and a space for future expansion on the second floor terrace, in the spirit of DIY construction that lowers building cost and makes for a more adaptable dwelling for inhabitants.

Study House 001.

The first design in the series, a house for three persons with open courtyard, a covered foyer/terrace, two bedrooms, two bathrooms and ample views. Based on the principle of DIY, the structure proposed is snap lock steel beams, columns and guides; exterior finish is modular and insulating with flexibility in interior floor plan as open or divided.

Study House 003.