LOCAL PROJECT
From conception to construction takes only a few days .
The entire building is constructed with timber .
Although the construction process is quick , it is extremely effective .
A . DESIGN
• Design of building system and components .
• Prototype build of components ( as this was a first-time project with this system only a few elements were constructed to see if the system components fit and where improvements can be made ).
• Design development from prototype build ( revision of components to improve system ).
• Detail cutting layouts for components .
B . FACTORY OFF-SITE
• Cutting of component elements ( two days ).
• Assembly of elements to make components ( two days ).
• Transport to site ( the whole spaza shop unit fit on the back of a trailer – ‘ small scale ’ thinking ).
Examples of the basic construction of the spaza shop .
C . ON-SITE BUILD
• Unpacking of all elements into component categories .
• Set out of unit on site .
• Build structure with components in sequence ( 1.5 days ).
• Flashings and cladding – onsite cutting and fixing ( 1.5 days ).
• Services – plumbing and electrical .
We saw the opportunity to use this project to showcase our design .
Drawing of the spaza shop .
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