Kit-of-parts architecture : an exploration into the standardization and simplification of an urban residential building unit

Authors

John Anderson Allmand, Florida International University

Document Type

Thesis

Degree

Master of Architecture (MArch)

Major/Program

Architecture

First Advisor's Name

Jason Chandler

First Advisor's Committee Title

Committee Chair

Second Advisor's Name

William McMinn

Third Advisor's Name

Gray Read

Date of Defense

4-1-2004

Abstract

This thesis focuses on the design of a construction method that utilizes a single adaptable kit-of-parts system. The new system is designed to be flexible while also enhancing construction speeds without severely limiting the building's ability to merge into an urban fabric. This thesis proposes a residential structure to be built from a handful of simple structural units.

This is accomplished through the design of a residential building situated in an area of Miami currently under reconstruction.

Identifier

FI13101593

Comments

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Recommended Citation

Allmand, John Anderson, "Kit-of-parts architecture : an exploration into the standardization and simplification of an urban residential building unit" (2004). FIU Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 1070.
https://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd/1070