Post by jaapundanna on May 30, 2016 0:01:58 GMT -6
ENTRY #510977131
DESIGN TEAM: Jaap Willemsen
ARCHITECTURAL Design The design of the cafeteria is based on a modular unit which is repeated throughout the design. The modules are independent structures, allowing for a step-by-step development of the cafeteria.
The cafeteria can therefore grow along with the school to adjust to its number of students. The modular parts are connected by ‘corridors’ that visually and functionally bring the modules together.
The modules thus do not remain independent structures but become elements of a greater structure.
In order to obtain a comfortable indoor climate the standard module is conceived as a ‘box within a box’. The outer layer shelters the inner part from rain and direct sunlight. The inner layer, made up of thick rammed-earth walls, works as a heat buffer that helps to stabilize the indoor climate during the day.
The modules are arranged step-wise so rainwater can be collected efficiently. The corridors extend beyond the height of the modules so they can serve as ‘chimneys’ to enhance the effect of natural ventilation and allow daylight to penetrate the inner parts of the building.
Cost breakdown basic module:
Foundation: 1000 $
Floors (sand + gravel)
Cast concrete slab
Walls: 2000 $
Timber framing rammed earth walls
Cement and sand
Reinforced cast concrete slab
Wooden columns
Mud bricks (upper part)
Roof structure: 2500 $
Wooden trusses
Two layers of metal sheets
Miscellaneous: 1500 $
Wooden planking
3 Door-frames
6 Door-leafs
Textile cloths
Roll down sunscreens
Total: 7000 $