A HYBRID MODULAR SYSTEM FOR HIGH RISE CONSTRUCTION Considering the fact that all modular buildings are a hybrid of modular and conventional construction, this project investigates a system for high-rise construction which takes advantage of the economy afforded by the repetitive aspect of modular construction while avoiding the typical massing of stacked modules.
The transition from manufactured homes, to single unit modular, to multi-unit modular requires a re-definition of the modular chassis.
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The module chassis for multi-story modular buildings creates new massing opportunities due to its structural qualities.
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Multi-storey modular buildings require an armature to support the stacked modules
The podium armature
The circulation armature
The high rise core armature
The grid armature
The plug-in armature
The Rand, Cambridge MA
Star Apartments, Los Angeles CA
Citizen M Hotel, New York NY
Unités d'Habitation, Marseilles, France
Nakagin Towers, Tokyo, Japan
Khalil Farhat
Structural redundancy of the modules creates opportunities for interesting spatial relationships. In combination with a circulation armature, a modular building system can be conceived to maximize design opportunities such as views and private outdoor spaces.
Grid
Slide
Mirror
Rotate
Slide
Extend
Mirror
Stack
A concrete core with double helix stairs provides the armature for the modules. It replaces the typical double-loaded corridor with entry alcoves at the corners of each floor.
Elevator shaft and floor plates
Inner fire enclosure
Stair 1
Stair 2
Entry vestibules
Outer fire enclosure
Site-built podium modules
Stacked modules
Level n
2 BR 860 sf
Micro 350 sf
Micro 350 sf
2 BR 860 sf
Module assembly
Welded steel frame
Precast concrete floor slabs
Interior partitions
Exterior wall panels
Level n+1
1 BR 625 sf
1 BR 625 sf 1 BR 625 sf 1 BR 625 sf
Ceiling panels
MEP + finishes + insulation + sheathing
Exterior cladding panels
SITE 2 Charlesgate West, Boston
Mech. / Storage
Commercial
Commercial
Lobby
Commercial