Projeto de uma casa modular em Lightsteel Frame: proposta de tiny house em São Luís

Abstract

This study’s main goal is to propose housing alternatives designed as modular units for single occupants, based on the concept of tiny houses. The aim is to develop modular housing projects tailored to individuals by exploring various construction methods to present diverse options and identify those most viable in terms of implementation and economic feasibility. These modular housing solutions are particularly relevant to the phenomenon know as "kangaroo generation", where individuals continue living with their families after reaching adulthood due to difficulties in purchasing or renting a home early in their professional careers. Furthermore, there is an alarming rise in homelessness, estimated at over 280,000 people in Brazil in 2022, according to IPEA. Another important factor to consider is the postponement of forming stable unions and delaying parenthood, which previously occurred, on average, around the age of 20 and now takes place closer to 30. This trend results in a phase of adulthood during which individuals are active in the job market, wish to move out of their family homes, but have not yet started a family or formed a relationship. Modular construction emerges as a promising solution to address these needs, offering rapid and efficient construction using prefabricated modules. This study methodology involved analyzing the different types of modules available in the market, synthesizing the collected data, assessing the advantages and disadvantages of each method, and subsequently developing a project that incorporates these diverse modular solutions.