ADAPTHAUS, named after its concept of flexibility and adaptability, aims to provide a sustainable and affordable housing solution for its users. It is targeted towards young-professionals looking to buy a house in the C-U area. The key element of the house is its ability to expand with the needs of the family. The client, a young professional or a couple, can start with a single studio apartment and attach modules as their family size or purchase power increases. ADAPTHAUS maintains a high sustainability quotient through efficient systems integration, local material procurement and manufacture, recyclability, reusability, and energy efficiency. The building design is highly sensitive to the local climate, and through its orientation and the design of its envelope, fenestrations, cladding materials, and building materials, it accommodates for dramatic changes between seasons. The house is located in the Urbana Champaign area, which is near cultural centers, retail outlets, and other economic drivers in the town, all easily accessible through public transportation. The house is driven towards environmental comfort, social relevance, and economic accessibility space for an adaptable residence. This team has partnered with industrial experts, including Thornton Tomasetti, Affiliated Engineers, and Skender, to ensure our design is innovative and realistic.
This proposal directly funds:
1. Foundations
2. Superstructures
3. Internal Construction
4. Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical work