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ZE NKAYA Design

Creating LIFESTYLE and more…

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Z EN KAYA LEADERSHIP ERIC BIGOT is the Founder and Creative mind behind ZENKAYA. Born in Paris, France. At first, he studied Design and Cabinetry work in Paris at the very selective Ecolle Boulle were he developed his technical knowledge and set high standards for himself to deliver high end quality products. He then went on to Architecture School. He didn’t wait to finish his degree and went to Zambia to work with disadvantaged communities to build homes and schools with them, exploring different construction methods. He witnessed lack of capacities and lengthy construction processes. Its only when he relocated in NYC that he came across engineered building methods. Having then earned his master degree in Architecture with honors for his realized project for street children in Zambia. Having gained some experience in the US has an architect, New York revealed and sharpen Eric’s entrepreneurship’s mind. He knew that his calling was going to design and develop pre-engineered building from now on because it made sense.

Eric Relocated to South Africa to develop his first Ready Made house, Called Zenkaya. Zen for piece of mind, Kaya for house from the vernacular language. A vision was born.

WHAT IS ZENKAYA ABOUT ?

ZENKAYA FOR US MEANS ENLIGHTEN SPACE, OR PEACEFUL HOMES. WHAT’S BETTER THAN HOME. SO WE CREATE SPACES WHICH ARE LIKE HOME PEACEFUL AND WARM WHERE YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE LIVING AND SPENDING TIME. ZENKAYA IS DIFFERENT. WE USE DESIGN BECAUSE WE BELIEVE DESIGN CAN IMPROVE PEOPLE AND USERS LIVES BUT AS WELL ENHANCE AND DIFFERENTIATE YOUR BUSINESS AND ORGANIZATION. WE BELIEVE DESIGN BRINGS DIGNITY AND PRIDE IN PEOPLE AND THAT DESIGN SHOULD BE DEMOCRATIC. 3 REASONS TO BUY ZENKAYA

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Better design, Better Quality Why not get a well designed space for the same price which will be a Signature for your house, school, Health centre or else, improve learning environment as well and retain teachers and students.

Our Products are Affordable without been cheap and we use quality materials with the life cycle of the building in mind rather than only the immediate cost which will tend in the longer period to be more cost effective. Our buildings are as much as possible maintenance free as well.

Factory work allows for better quality, while with our system, assembly on site provide speed of erection.

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ZENKAYA Offers full PACKAGED SERVICES making it a one stop shop solution to streamline your construction process and to render the full project more cost effective.

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ZE N KAYA AND THE FUTURE VISION !

ZENKAYA IS A SMARTER, GREENER, AFFORDABLE LUXURY BUILDING, WHICH CAN BE ASSEMBLED EASILY. WE MAKE THE BEST OF BOTH WORLD BETWEEN SITE WORK AND ENGINEERED COMPONENT WITH QUALITY IN MIND. ZENKAYA IS IN THE LIFESTYLE BUSINESS, WE OFFER SOLUTIONS TO DISCERNING CLIENTS WHO HAVE A NEED FOR QUALITY, ECO RESPONSIBLE AND PEACE OF MIND. !

ZENKAYA IS A HOUSE IN A BOX CONCEPT. WE OFFER A 360 DEGRE EXPERIENCE AND BENEFITS, STARTING FROM SELECTION OF HOUSE TO ASSEMBLY TO LIVING IN IT.

OUR MISSION IS YOUR SUCCESS CREATE PRODUCTS THAT ARE LEADERS IN THEIR MARKET SEGMENT CREATE NEW MARKETS AND GIVE THE END USER WHAT THEY WANT.

KAYASOPHY ZENKAYA wants to be a vehicle for aspiration to contemporary living. Through design we want to offer a different experience which appeals to your senses and emotions but also we want to address the realities of our times with which design will be meaningless without it.

Because we have choices, we decided to make the right ones and participate in our planet challenges to reduce waste and use better materials wisely. That combination will make a better and safer place for ourselves and future generations.

Good architecture does not have to be expensive.

Sustainable design is an eco-systematic approach that demands an understanding of the consequences of our actions.

It minimizes environmental impacts, it maximize and balances human needs (rather than human wants) with the carrying capacity of the natural and cultural environments.

While ZENKAYA works according to green principles and prefabrication guidelines, we are not prescriptive and assess each project on its own merits.

We help project teams to come up with the ideal strategy given a project geographic, climatic, social, economic, environmental context and budget.

Improving lives, changing lives ZENKAYA IS COMMITTED TO A BETTER WORLD

Z E NKAYA Understanding the Power of Design DESIGN + INNOVATION + QUALITY = LEADERSHIP

ZE NKAYA YOUR WAY! WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS? ZENKAYA is perfectly suited to meet the needs of every customers even the most demanding. Our pre-designed, pre engineered homes are ready made and should help you achieve your dream in a more effective way. Our homes can be custom designed with your need in mind should you require.

You can be involve as much or as little as you want, from doing it yourself to having a builder assemble it for you. You are now in control.

PICK N’ BUILD (for DIY) ZENKAYA sends you all the Pre-engineered components with a manual for assembly and you erect yourself at your pace, saving along labor and giving you pride in building your home.

PICK N’ MANAGE (Manage yourself) ZENKAYA sends you all the Pre-engineered components with a manual for assembly and you coordinate your project using our Project Manager manual. Hire and manage your subcontractors to install the shell and finishes. You will save money by cutting the middleman.

PICK N’ WATCH (Turnkey project) ZENKAYA turnkey offers complete installation and finishing of the pre-engineered home, including the plumbing, electrical and interior design work. Your new home will be ready to live in without the hassles.

ZE NKAYA A LA CARTE OPTIONS ZENKAYA TAILORED TO YOUR NEED With ZENKAYA, The choice is yours when it comes to options.

You can buy...

The SHELL PACKAGE alone with assembly instructions The SHELL PACKAGE and your choice of exterior & interior FINISHES PACKAGE. The COMPLETE PACKAGE comprising, SHELL, FINISHES & DESIGN PACKAGE.

There is something which we can hardly describe about zenkaya which makes it so unique.

It appeals to your inner conscience. Something we call Soul.

ZE NKAYA EXTRA VALUE & BENEFITS Simplicity is a Virtue.

Zenkaya is for the discerning people who value things differently. Those who appreciate their time and don’t want to spend the unforeseen time and energy to control and manage the construction and design process, especially when it is a far away place.

Ready Made Architecture offer many Customer benefits You like it, customize it, buy it. No fuss design process. Savings, endless hours.

Sustainable High quality construction, materials and finishes.

Lock and go Minimum maintenance Minimum Site Labor Affordable Minimize environment impacts Timeless design Time savings, Priceless

Z EN KAYA EXTRA VALUE & BENEFITS Simplicity is a Virtue.

ZENKAYA EFFICIENT CONSTRUCTION

ZENKAYA SUPERIOR QUALITY

Shorter construction time for significantly reduced labor cost.

Excellent insulation with substantial savings on running cost.

Construction to improve quality control. Right balance between factory engineering and site assembly.

A clean, well organized worksite with minimal waste.

Complete up front cost control. you get a price not a quote.

Healthy, eco-friendly home.

Stronger construction.

Design available to withstand weather conditions Constant design and engineering research and development investment to improve quality and delivery.

On time delivery and uncertainties eliminated.

Testimonial We didn’t want a traditional house and we wanted something that was very energy efficient, with big savings on energy bills. We wanted a cosy and stylish house without the lengthy process. Zenkaya was meeting all our requirements and that was exactly what we wanted.

We also wanted to make sure we didn’t go over budget so we erected the house ourselves which gave us extra savings to put in quality materials instead of labor.

Z EN KAYA WITHOUT BORDERS ZENKAYA wants to make its product available across the world is built to international standards.

TAILORED TO YOUR NEED ZENKAYA is perfectly suited to meet the needs of both local and international customers. Our homes can be custom designed with your need in mind, but they meet or exceed building specifications where ever you live. Taking building Standards and climate restrictions into account, our homes can be designed to withstand pest, earthquakes and typhoons. Affordable and resistant to extreme temperature, they are also sturdy and quick to assemble. Our company can also provide clinics, hotels, hospitals, student accommodations to name a few.

Z EN KAYA ECO-LOGIK SMART DESIGN SMART ASSEMBLY LONG LASTING MATERIALS ECO-FRIENDLY MATERIALS ENERGY EFFICIENCY

ZE N KAYA PLEDGE, doing our part

BETTER INGREDIENTS Nature meets technology. To insure that the materials and substances we use are healthy and safe and have been obtained from the right sources.

MORE FROM LESS Thermal comfort, through window/doors placement to maximize cross ventilation.

Visual comfort, blurring boundaries between interior and exterior and creating inspiring and resting places Acoustic comfort, by using carefully selected materials.

CLEANER ACTIONS To reduce the waste and emissions to air and water Energy savings Respect of people and its environment Dialogue with site Careful choice of materials Use of renewable source of materials Use of minimal grey energy Recycling of building at end of life cycle Minimum annoyance from construction process Minimum waste LET’S GET PRACTICAL We know we can’t change the world. But if we all work together, we can change a lot.

ZENKAYA IN NUMEROUS PUBLICATIONS...

But this one, we are specially proud of because our enlightenment started with the very first issue of this magazine.

ZE NKAYA PLAY AREA

Your Project Here....

ZENKAYA FOR YOUR PIECE OF MIND WHERE EVER / WHO EVER THERE IS A ZENKAYA FOR YOU...

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ZE NKAYA Products

Creating LIFESTYLE and more…

WHY ZENKAYA

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ZENKAYA is Striving to offer Ready Made Architecture for an headache free process with cutting edge design and quality in mind.

It is the ultimate choice in quality ready made living space. we are offering highly insulated walls and roofs as well as windows and several optional finishes.

ZENKAYA is for the discerning people who value things differently. Those who appreciate their time and don’t want to embark in unforseen substential amount of time and energy in design process. In control, supervision and involve themselves in the construction in a remote place.

ZENKAYA is an Architect designed house Zenkaya was designed with the intent to reconnect with nature by offering an inside out feel with large openings giving the sensations of living outside.

ZENKAYA is quality driven Zenkaya uses only quality materials and qualified artisans in order to provide the best product.

ZENKAYA is hassle free Your house in a day. Here is the catch. It will take us approximalively 12 weeks to complete it but you will see us only a couple of days.

ZENKAYA is Eco Friendly Zenkaya is all about nature.

We leave your site undisturbed without using large foundations. We minimize materials quantities and waste at the factory.

ZENKAYA is affordable At Zenkaya we make a point of giving you a price like a car and not a quotation like a builder ensuring no unfriendly surprises.

MODEL: ZENKAYA 2 BEDROOM - NO DECK Total living space: 61.2 m2 / 659 sf Total Width: 3.6 metres / 12 feet Total Lenght: 18 metres / 40 feet Total Height: 2.9 metres / 9.5 feet Number of Bedrooms: 2 Number of Bath: 1 House includes - Highly insulated floor / roof / walls - Complete Bathroom - Kitchenette - Wardrobe - Finishes OPTIONS - Extra bathroom - Outside deck

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MODEL: ZENKAYA 2 BEDROOM - NO DECK Total living space: 61.2 m2 / 659 sf Total Width: 3.6 metres / 12 feet Total Lenght: 18 metres / 40 feet Total Height: 2.9 metres / 9.5 feet Number of Bedrooms: 2 Number of Bath: 1 House includes - Highly insulated floor / roof / walls - Complete Bathroom - Kitchenette - Wardrobe - Finishes OPTIONS - Extra bathroom - Outside deck

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ZENKAYA FACADE OPTIONS

ZENKAYA 2 BEDROOMS - OPTIONAL SOLUTIONS 3.6 WIDE

ZENKAYA 2 BEDROOMS - SUPERSIZE IT - 4.8 WIDE

ZENKAYA 1 BEDROOMS - SUPERSIZE IT

ZENKAYA MODULES - OPTIONAL SOLUTIONS

ZENKAYA MODULES - OPTIONAL SOLUTIONS

ZENKAYA MODULES - OPTIONAL SOLUTIONS

SOME OF OUR OPTIONS ON REQUEST Security shutters Front deck / Back deck 1.2 x 6 module Large sliding window at the back Double glazing Kitchenette Custom finishes Off the grid solution

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MO D KAYA Products

Creating LIFESTYLE and more…

M OD KAYA

AND MUCH MORE....

WE DON’T NEED MORE, WE NEED LESS BUT WITH LESS YOU WILL GET MORE….

MOD KAYA

WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS? From small to large spaces, modkaya offers versatile spaces solutions.

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MOD KAYA MODKAYA CONSTRUCTIVE SYSTEM MODKAYA SYSTEMS are SOLUTIONS THAT COST LESS and are comprising several options, often hybrids ones to offer the best solutions to our clients.

We use SIP panels (Structural Insulated Panels) which offer free maintenance and high insulation as well ease and speed of assembly.

Theses panels can be used for floor, walls and roofing.

We also use Galvanised, Structural Light Steel Gauge Framing System which offer versatility and strength allowing to build at least 2 stories up.

MODKAYA SYSTEM, ALLOWED US TO BUILD THIS STUDIO UNIT (7 METRES X 3.4) IN 8 HRS FROM SLAB TO ROOF. MODKAYA SYSTEM IS ALSO SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE AND WE PROMOTE AND USE LOCAL LABOR WHERE APPROPRIATE. BECAUSE OUR SYSTEM IS MADE IN FACTORY TO GET THE BEST QUALITY IN FLAT PACK SOLUTION. LOCAL LABOR CAN BE USED TO ASSEMBLE SOME OF IT GENERATING INCOME FOR THEM.

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS CHROMADEK PANEL SPECIFICATIONS

BUILDING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Core

Insulated wall Panels

The standard core is 16 kg/m 3 virgin grade Polystyrene.

The thickness of the core is 75 mm for walls and 100 mm for roof to suit thermal and structural requirements.

Prefabricated sandwich panels as per panel specifications, in a variety of colours.

Insulated Roof Panels

Facings

The facings consist of 0,6mm mild steel sheeting, protected with a 0.275kg/m 2 zinc coating. An Epoxy primer is applied on this, followed by a siliconized Polyester top coat; usually "Frost White". The facings are bonded to the core by a 2-part Polyurethane adhesive.

Interlocking Edges

The panel roll formed edges are tongue and groove and integral to the Chromadek skins. The dimensions are such that when the panels are pushed together, a neat joint line is created, into which sealant is applied during the installation process.

Our panels offer the following benefits: • Meets International industry standards for hygiene

applications • Height strength to weight ratio • UV resistant • Low maintenance • Easily dismantled and moved • Zero water absorption • Exceptional insulation properties - 0.036w/m ° C typical • A 3 layer corrosion protection system is applied onto the steel panel type.

Same as wall panels, but 100mm thick tapped with Bitumen flashing 100 mm for waterproofing.

Optional IBR sandwich panel can be made on request at extra cost.

Insulated floor Panels Prefabricated sandwich panels 114mm thick with wood studs 114mm x 38 bonded into panels.

Panel will be resting on an I beam 140 x 60 structure spaced maximum at O.C 3.6 metres.

Above 6.6 mtrs wide we recommend putting down a slab.

System Components

Natural anodized Aluminum, pre-galvanized steel and non corroding fasteners .

Plumbing

PVC, acrylic and Polypropylene piping, fittings and fixtures are used throughout - with the exception of toilet bowls, which are ceramic. A 150l hot water cylinder is standard as is bath and basin unit.

Electrics

All surface mounted conduit and fittings. Conduit can be concealed in the wall panels on request.

Floor Covering 7 mm laminated flooring with 3mm foam .

Fascias

Built in Cupboards

Windows

Rainwater handling

Powder coated or Anodised Aluminum channels Pre-glazed natural anodized Aluminum sliding, or top hung windows with 0.6mm clear or obscure.

Mosquito nets PVC mesh Insects screens .

Doors

Internal flush commercial hollow core, and aluminum frames for interior door and solid wood doors for external doors. All doors include hinges and Lock sets.

Standard white cupboards.

PVC gutter and down pipes on request as extra.

Durability

Low maintenance - Chromadek and anodized Aluminum have proven themselves in harsh African conditions.

Construction speed

A two bedroom house can be erected in one week depending on scale and requirements.

ZENKAYA reserves the right to change materials at anytime in order to improve its product.

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M OD KAYA PLAY AREA

Your Project Here....

ZENKAYA FOR YOUR PIECE OF MIND WHERE EVER / WHO EVER THERE IS A ZENKAYA FOR YOU...

ZENKAYA PACKAGED SPACES WITH SOUL COPYRIGHT : 2005-2009 ZENKAYA / ERIC BIGOT - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

CU BE KAYA CUBEKAYA is a double story solution. also modular we can accommodate several sizes to suite your needs.

ECO NOKAYA Economic Solutions

E CONOKAYA

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Samples solutions from houses to large staff accommodations and more...