“The basic final design uses two shipping containers per unit, at about 600 ft2 per unit. The entire project is composed of four towers, two are 2 levels high and two are 3 levels high. The complex will hold 30 units in total.”
“Envelope chosen!
• Modular units, rectangular
• In a U shape, units facing away from each other
• This gives a nicer view from each unit
• In the center there will be a parking lot, green space
• Decided to place shops on first floor
Considering best methods of security- guards, intercoms, etc.”
“A honeycomb complex that would incorporate various elements such as a communal living space (Laundromat, extensive services, clinic, pharmacy, central heating, etc.), and is designed around the idea of ensuring accessibility for emergency services. This is achieved by having the front slope away from the road, allowing a road to be built that approaches the complex and runs out with enough of a turning radius for ambulances and buses to make a complete turn without having to reorient themselves (exact dimensions will be given later).”
“They have taken a trip to the location where we intend to build and taken photos of the surrounding buildings. They have also obtained a map of surrounding streets. The dimensions of a single unit have also been determined.”
“After taking inventory of nearby shops we decided to place in the bottom floor of our complex: a laundry mat, a coffee shop, an Internet cafe, and a walk in clinic/counseling. These services, in combination with those of the nearby community, would provide all the basic necessities for the individuals living within our facility.”
“In addition, on our trip to the professional faculties we viewed several models created by the students in the masters of architecture program. The standard of quality in construction of these models is something that inspired our lab to mimic such attention to detail. We discussed several potential materials for construction of our model, including: balsa wood, acrylic plastic, polystyrene, pulp board, basswood.”
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http://students.iitk.ac.in/aeromodelling/assets/balsa1.jpg
