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ConceptPreliminary design study (APS) — non-contractual images

Four-story modular residence — APS study

A preliminary design study (APS) for a four-level residential building made of volumetric modules: living rooms, bedrooms, connecting modules, a staircase and a veranda.

Project details

Status
Concept
Typology
Apartment buildings
Levels
4 levels (ground + 3)
Study designed by
To be confirmed
Location
To be confirmed
Overall view from the APS study: a modular building with a curved gable in white metal cladding, anthracite volumes, gardens and parking.
Preliminary design study (APS) — non-contractual images.

The project

This study retraces the first design phase of a MODUL’OPEN project: composing the modules, laying out the apartments, then translating them into volumes, facades and roofs.

It carries the brand’s architectural vocabulary: anthracite volumes, white ribbed metal cladding, timber, stone, large glazed openings, glass balustrades and a curved roof.

This is a preliminary study: its images are non-contractual and serve as a basis for discussion before detailed design.

Study composition

Modular composition

Based on the exploded diagram of the APS study: modules combined level by level to form the apartments.

Axonometric exploded view of a four-story modular building: living, bedroom, stair and connecting modules stacked on top of one another.
01 · Concept — Composition diagramPreliminary design study (APS) — non-contractual images

Apartments by level

  1. Level 42-bedroom penthouse
  2. Level 32-bedroom apartment
  3. Level 22-bedroom apartment
  4. Level 11-bedroom apartment

Module types

  • Living module
  • 2-bedroom module
  • 1-bedroom apartment module
  • Connecting module
  • Stair module
  • Veranda module

Study plan

Floor plans

Plan and layout of a three-bedroom apartment, taken from the APS study.

Plan and 3D layout of a three-bedroom apartment with a large planted terrace.
02 · Layout — Spaces designed for livingPreliminary design study (APS) — non-contractual images

APS study

Exterior views

Massing, facades, roofs and siting: the sheets of the preliminary study.

View of the entrance of a modular building: wood cladding, stone wall, metal screen and curved roof.
04 · First viewsEntrance and accessA first study of the volumes and the identity of the facades.
Main facade: anthracite volumes, white metal cladding, roof terraces and large glazed openings.
06 · FacadesThe volumes come into focusThe rhythm of the openings, sun protection and terraces.
Corner perspective showing the elevations over several levels and the private gardens.
07 · ElevationsArchitecture over several levelsThe expression of the facades and the design of the outdoor spaces.
Rear view of the building: two white volumes linked by a footbridge, with curved and sloping roofs.
08 · PerspectivesSeeing the project from every angleTesting the architectural intent against different perspectives.
Side perspective showing how the volumes, patios and pools are organized.
09 · OrganizationA complete reading of the buildingUnderstanding circulation and the relationships between volumes.
Main elevation with a curved roof in corrugated metal cladding, and terraces.
10 · RoofsExploring architectural signaturesStudying curves and roofs without fixing the project too early.
Perspective sketch of a modular residential building with curved roofs and vertical cladding.
03 · MassingAn architectural compositionTranslating the modules into a coherent silhouette.
Aerial view of the site plan: modular building, gardens, terraces and parking.
05 · SitingIn dialogue with the siteOrganizing access, outdoor spaces and parking.

Interior views

Interior views of this project are in preparation. They will be added with the same status label.

Interior views in preparationLiving spaces
Interior views in preparationSleeping areas

Construction stages

How a MODUL’OPEN home comes together, in five steps: an illustration of the process, common to all projects.

Module being assembled on its jig, under a gantry crane, in the factory
Process illustration

Factory manufacturing

The modules are built under cover and checked throughout production.

Technical highlights

Technical specifications are defined project by project. They will be detailed and verified during the study of your project.

Module structure
To be confirmed
Envelope and insulation
To be confirmed
Windows and exterior doors
To be confirmed
Energy performance
To be confirmed
Acoustic comfort
To be confirmed
Living area
To be confirmed
Manufacturing and assembly
To be confirmed
Technical specifications pending validation

No value is published until it has been verified.

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