S17 Typology & Standardisation Phase 1-2: Housing Catalogues & Kit-of-Parts (Baukasten)

Housing Types and Standardisation

Configurable architectural dwelling modules that achieve economies of scale while enabling exterior architectural variety.

Engineering & Focus Keywords: # housing typology standardisation # repeatable volumetric module library # serial housing architecture # product platform approach

Concrete Deliverables & Engineering Outputs

Every delivery includes fully coordinated CAD/BIM models, verified calculation sheets and quality acceptance records.

1

Modular Kit-of-Parts (Baukasten) Catalogue

Official Deliverable
2

Standardized Structural & MEP Interface Matrix

Official Deliverable
3

Cost & Repetition Optimization Framework

Official Deliverable

Inputs Required from Client & Site

Target demographic, desired dwelling mix (1-bed, 2-bed, 3-bed ratios), and budget brackets.

Can start before every survey is complete

Scope Boundaries & Clear Responsibilities

Defines the prototype catalogue and rules; plot-specific site adaptation is performed per project.

Transparent boundaries and zero hidden costs

Detailed Methodology & Execution Scope

01

Map homes and modules separately

A dwelling may use several modules, while one module family may contribute to different dwelling types. The type matrix records usable arrangements, area definitions, bathrooms, kitchens and structural interfaces. This prevents a count of apartments from being mistaken for a count of identical manufactured units.

02

Control the right variations

Layouts, wet-area positions, façade options and finish levels can be organised within defined limits. Mirrored plans and corner conditions are reviewed for their structural, services and envelope effects rather than treated as cost-free copies. The aim is to make variation deliberate and understandable for designers, purchasers and production teams.

03

Price development and adaptation clearly

The service identifies original type design, agreed variants, common details and subsequent adaptation work. Repetition may reduce some design effort, but each building still needs its own coordination and local review. A controlled type register allows improvements to be approved and assigned to future batches without losing earlier revision history.

Industrial Workflow

Standard 4-Step Delivery Process

All interfaces between engineering, factory line and on-site assembly follow a verified schedule.

01 • Discovery

Brief & Zoning

Site zoning, dwelling mix and preliminary budget limits defined.

02 • Engineering

BIM & Eurocode

Eurocode 3 structural frame and LOD 400 MEP coordination completed.

03 • Offsite

Module Assembly

Climate-controlled production and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).

04 • Assembly

Crane Lift & Sign-Off

Swift crane installation, weather sealing and turnkey handover.

Frequently Asked Questions about this Service

Does standardization mean all houses look identical?

Not at all. The internal steel chassis and shafts are standardized, while facades, balconies, claddings and roofs are fully customized.

What is the minimum volume to achieve scale savings?

Noticeable savings begin at 10-15 units, with maximum economies of scale reached in developments of 50+ residential modules.

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DOC-10 Official Specification Framework

Model & Reference Publication Specifications Template

Standardized technical layout for publishing architectural case studies, volumetric module diagrams, net-to-gross floor area ratios, and spatial specs.

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