A new building typology for the changing society

The usage of modular architecture and mixed buildings to aid the Dutch housing shortage

Master thesis (2023)

Authors

A. Lemnawar Architecture and the Built Environment

Contributors

A.M. Kockelkorn Public Building and Housing Design (supervisor 1)
O. Klijn Public Building and Housing Design (supervisor 1)
R. Kuijlenburg Teachers of Practice / AE+T - Architecture and the Built Environment (supervisor 1)
F. Adema Architectural Technology - Architecture and the Built Environment (supervisor 1)
C. Forgaci Urban Design - Architecture and the Built Environment (supervisor 2)
Faculty
Architecture and the Built Environment
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Published Date

21-06-2023

Language

English

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Faculty

Architecture and the Built Environment

Abstract

This thesis explores and analyses the usage of modular architecture and mixed buildings and their role in solving the Dutch housing crisis. The Dutch housing market is in a crisis due to various reasons that can be solved partially in the design process and partially by regulation changes. The mixing of production and living has become more accessible due to new innovative manufacturing methods like 3D printing. The mixing of 3D printing and residential functions is relatively new, and there is a need to understand this manufacturing process to ensure a successful mix with residential functions. This paper uses Habitat 67, Nakagin Capsule Towers and Bremer Punkt as case studies to better understand modular architecture and its benefit. Modular Architecture brings multiple benefits, which are explored in this thesis. One of the architectural benefits is that it allows a building to be adaptable, flexible and affordable compared to traditionally built buildings.