Spatial characteristics of contemporary prefabricated modular dormitory cells

Edita Vráblová; Michal Czafík; Branislav Puškár

doi:10.2298/SPAT210510005V

Edita Vráblová Faculty of Architecture and Design, Slovak University of Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9266-0310
Michal Czafík Faculty of Architecture and Design, Slovak University of Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9401-0933
Branislav Puškár Faculty of Architecture and Design, Slovak University of Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4933-7267

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2298/SPAT210510005V

Keywords: modular architecture, university dormitories, accommodation unit, student room

Abstract

Prefabricated modular architecture brings diversified opportunities for sustainable university student accommodation. Modern and modular construction systems offer affordable and comfortable housing to students. The housing units form the core construction units of the dormitories. They are made from recycled shipping containers or prefabricated modular blocks that share common characteristics. The accommodation sections of modular dormitories are characterised by efficient sorting of prefabricated cells along horizontal communications. The paper analyses characteristic case studies and defines the predominant floor plan types of modular student accommodation cells. The difference in the layout and operational solutions also results from the specifics of the supporting structures. The aim is to categorise the prevailing floor types of modular accommodation cells and to define the spatial standard of student rooms while maintaining the right measure in the relationship: efficiency – invention – user comfort. Attractive interiors can increase the value of college houses. The basis of such projects is to have well-organised floor plans, which are clear and functional, even with regard to their visual effects.

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