Affordable Modernity:
“Affordable Modernity” houses are based on prefabricated, factory-produced, easy-to-transport modular units, minimizing the cost of production.
Doors and operable windows are standard sizes therefore available and inexpensive.
Clerestories (where applicable) are twin-wall polycarbonate that provides good insulating values and easy to cut and mount in walls.
The walls are built from Structural Insulated Panels (SIP’s), a prefabricated construction.
Several benefits have made SIPs a viable and popular alternative to conventional construction methods. The ease and speed of assembly makes it possible for houses to be placed under roof within days rather than weeks. While basic carpentry skills are required, assemblers need not have the skill levels of conventional framing crews, which can further reduce costs to builders. SIPs structures are highly resistant to wind damage, and suitable for areas with stringent windshear or seismic codes. The thermal performance of SIPs may significantly reduce costs for heating and air conditioning, one of the major expenses of home ownership.
Use of SIPs panels can help conserve scarce timber resources, since they provide good structural performance using significantly less dimensional lumber. The lumber used for manufacturing OSB comes from fast growing trees that can be planted and harvested in just a few years. Reduced energy use from the efficiency of SIPs insulation also translates to the conservation of resources, and manufacturers state that the foam products used for the core materials are environmentally benign.
680 square foot SIPS-based structure with an open plan layout. Can be a guesthouse, extended-family home, rental unit, or get-away.
The design is simple and clean. The average cost of building material per square foot
varies from $ 60 to $ 100 depending on material types and locations.
The house features a living/dining area and a small kitchen downstairs and a sleeping quarter with a shower room at the second level. An optional cantilevered small platform and/or balcony can be constructed and perfect for a small “outdoor reading area”.
Windows in the sleeping quarter provide desired views (accordingly) and give the space the impression of being elevated on high.
Ordering
To order a “Modernity House” floor plan for your site contact LDK design + architectural services and will give you a quote for one of our stock planned or a custom modified version.
Lubula Kanyinda
LDK design + architectural services
817-557-1682 817-874-1816
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