The modular student housing at the Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology boasts a contemporary aesthetic that lends itself to geometry, practicality and contemporary sensibility. It is perhaps the fusion of these elements that render the design sound and fitting for modern times.
When designing the structures, WilkinsonEyre utilized prefabricated cross-laminated timber pods. This allowed for the project to be executed in an affordable and sustainable way. The units were rapidly assembled on-site, while the studio arranges the pods in a cluster, stimulating a closer dynamic between residents and visitors.
A big focus of the modular student housing was also creating an architectural typology that had a strong and potent identity.
In addition, WilkinsonEyre also designed a social space for students that is "enclosed within a transparent, circular pavilion."
Slick Modular Student Housing
WilkinsonEyre Delivers Compact and Identity-Centric Building Designs
Trend Themes
1. Modular Construction - Modular construction allows for affordable and sustainable housing solutions, with rapid assembly on-site.
2. Identity-centric Design - Designing buildings with a strong and potent identity provides a unique and memorable experience for residents and visitors.
3. Prefabricated Cross-laminated Timber - The use of prefabricated cross-laminated timber pods offers a practical and eco-friendly building material for modular construction projects.
Industry Implications
1. Student Housing - The modular student housing design is particularly suited for student housing projects looking to enhance affordability, sustainability, and community interaction.
2. Architecture and Design - Architects and designers can explore identity-centric designs to create unique and memorable architectural typologies for various building projects.
3. Construction and Building Materials - The adoption of prefabricated cross-laminated timber as a building material offers disruptive innovation opportunities for the construction industry, enabling faster and more sustainable construction methods.