Students design disaster relief structure

Two architecture students from the University of South Florida have designed AbleNook — a modular disaster relief dwelling that can be put together without tools in under two hours! Sean Verdecia and Jason Ross, the students behind the design, constructed their 20′ x 13′ x 10′ module out of aircraft grade aluminum with insulated panels that one can just click together without any tools. Further, the modularity of these units allows for easy expansion into larger structures. It has thermal insulation and a number of frosted glass windows and natural ventilation techniques to keep the interior warm or cool, depending on the climate. The expandable design means additional units can be set up side-by-side or on top of one another. It’s also attractive enough with an arched roof and a porch making AbleNook an ideal option for a portable office, classroom, or even a prefabricated home.

http://archinect.com/news/article/149954877/students-design-disaster-relief-structure-that-takes-2-hours-to-assemble

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By: Betterinteriors