MODULAR HOUSING
a new concept for starter housing
location
A location is determined for the realisation of an ‘x’ number of dwellings according to a certain concept and an yet to be defined urban plan. Keywords for the concept are: a clever floor plan, high ceilings, lots of natural light, expression of personal style, energy efficient, short construction time and a affordable construction.
It is even possible to exchange or to sell the facade elements when a resident wishes to change the facade in a cheap way. In this way, it is possible to live in a dwelling where personal preferences and wishes are reflected in the facade. In the end, the project is characterized by use of multifarious types of materials and colours in the facade.
a new concept for starter housing
client: | Heijmans Vastgoed B.V. |
design: | Gert Jan Knevel, Benjamin Robichon, John van de Weg |
project team: | Giacomo Garziano, Loran Kampen |
design: | June 2009 |
location
A location is determined for the realisation of an ‘x’ number of dwellings according to a certain concept and an yet to be defined urban plan. Keywords for the concept are: a clever floor plan, high ceilings, lots of natural light, expression of personal style, energy efficient, short construction time and a affordable construction.



assignment
Heijmans BV (a Dutch construction company) has commissioned Knevel Architecten to work on the development and design of a concept for starter housing.

design
The concept concerns a clever building system with a modular core as a base and the flexible use of the shell, in accordance to a matrix. Because the core is always a constant factor, the actual construction costs and time is reduced. The elaboration of the facades will be determined by the residents themselves. The resident can choose from a range of facade elements, which can be applied easily as a external finish. The facade elements are reducible to five main groups, namely metal, wood, fire, water and earth. It is also possible to change the facade element subsequently
