AUAR presents a pioneering approach to affordable housing with the Dwelling Unit for Musicians, showcasing their modular timber building system that combines innovation, sustainability, and community engagement.
Innovative Design and Construction
Spanning a modest 10 square meters (107 square feet), the dwelling unit embodies AUAR’s commitment to modular timber construction. Integrating robotics and automation, the system allows for the efficient assembly of high-quality, customizable living spaces. The project serves as a testament to the versatility and adaptability of AUAR’s innovative approach.
Client-Centric Customization
Located in Bristol, the unit caters to the specific needs of its occupants—a cellist and double bassist seeking a functional office and rehearsal studio. AUAR’s system offers unparalleled customization options, enabling clients to tailor their living spaces to their preferences and requirements. The integration of thermal and acoustic insulation ensures comfort without compromising on natural light and sustainability.
Sustainable Materiality and Production
At the heart of AUAR’s modular system lies timber, a renewable material that undergoes robotic prefabrication to create building blocks. These blocks are then assembled on-site by local craftsmen, minimizing waste and promoting circular design principles. The emphasis on local fabrication and construction further reduces the carbon footprint while fostering community involvement.
Adaptive and Contextual Design
AUAR’s automation process facilitates the seamless integration of site-specific characteristics and inhabitant preferences into the design. By generating multiple custom designs tailored to the clients’ needs and site orientation, AUAR ensures a harmonious blend of functionality and aesthetics. The result is a compact yet inviting living space that seamlessly connects with the surrounding garden landscape.
Sustainable Living Solutions
Despite its compact footprint, the unit maximizes natural light and spatial openness through strategic design elements such as floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights. Sustainable materials, including timber cladding and non-toxic roofing materials, further enhance the unit’s environmental performance while creating a healthy indoor environment for its occupants.
Community-Centric Approach
AUAR’s decentralized approach to fabrication and construction fosters local empowerment and community engagement. By leveraging citizen-led manufacturing hubs and employing local contractors and residents, AUAR promotes a collaborative and inclusive model of housing development.
The Dwelling Unit for Musicians stands as a testament to AUAR’s vision of redefining affordable housing through innovation, sustainability, and community-centric design principles.
