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Ilena Escher
Atelier Simon Husslein
Assistant Damien Greder
June 2023 HEAD-GENEVA
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This project offers a solution that meets the specific needs of individuals without upper limbs. It promotes autonomy and adaptability, providing a practical and enjoyable living experience.
It revolves around a specially converted Mercedes van designed to accommodate a person living alone or with a companion during vacations. After watching YouTube videos featuring individuals in similar circumstances, essential insights were gathered regarding their lifestyle and adaptation. This led to the development of the project’s core concept.
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The elements are concentrated on the floor through clever elevation. The idea of incorporating the traditional Japanese way of living with tatami mats emerged.
The rooms are simplified, accentuating empty spaces. A play of different heights is integrated into the space. The stove is positioned at the same level as the living area, which transforms into the bedroom at night. Storage solutions are embedded in the floor, providing simple and tailored usability. The living area floor is covered with hemp fabric, reminiscent of tatami mats, to enhance comfort.
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Height difference plan 1:50
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Design Adaptation
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Adapting kitchen furniture with an equal height between the seating and the countertop.
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A shower with a bench provides a convenient seating area for assistance during cleaning and offers back support for added comfort
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In the logique as the kitchen adaptation, the height of bathroom sinks is very low, allowing one to sit on the floor and lean against the door for back support.
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To address the issue of door openings, a handle is installed at floor level for easy opening with the feet, while a longer handle is placed higher up to enable opening with the torso.
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STORAGE
To facilitate the opening of storage compartments, all of them are positioned at floor level and equipped with a leather strap for foot-operated opening. Additionally, some compartments feature a push-to-open system for easy access.
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Technical drawings
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The floor structure is carefully crafted using a tenon and mortise system, utilizing interlocking joints for enhanced stability and durability. This approach eliminates the reliance on excessive glue and screws, resulting in a cleaner and more sustainable construction method. By embracing this traditional woodworking technique, the floor not only achieves a beautiful finish but also supports efficient and eco-friendly assembly.
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1. Push to open storage
2. Hemp floor
3. Chest storage
4. Mortise and tenon joint
5. Dry toilet
6. Ventilation heating space
7. Acces access under the bed
8. Access from rear of car
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9. Sink
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Plan 1:50
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Longitudinal section BB
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Short section CC
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Short section AA
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Water and Gaz 1:50
Plan
33 Grey water tank Gas coil Clean water tank 100l Water heater and electric pump Water inlet
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Batteries
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Water heater Electric pump Solar panel Fuse table
Budget table
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37 Beam spruce plank cork insulation hemp insulation Sanitary Staron stone worktop Aluminium washbasin Sensor tap Shower setup Double window Gas Hob heating Cylinder Water Integrated fix tank Grey water tank Pump water heater Electricity Battery Recessed light Solar panel Fuse panel Sockets TOTAL 15 x 420cm 1 2 2 3 7 7 44 17 38 38 0,47 0,88 0,68 0,19 0,95 0,06 63 CHF 1 289 CHF 826 CHF 600 CHF 1 140 CHF 400 400 300 130 1500 130 200 60 180 150 60 100 350 280 300 100 40 8 598 CHF
Total CHF m3 m2 Numbres
Elements
Carbon footprint table
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39 Beam spruce plank cork insulation hemp insulation Sanitary Staron worktop TOTAL 0,082 0,118 0,118 1,07 1,22 40 0,47 0,88 0,68 0,19 0,95 0,06 485 705 705 120 30 1700 18,7 73,2 56,7 24,4 34,8 4080 4287,8 Kg/CO2 Elements Kg/CO2 m3 Fabrication Kg/CO2 Volumic Masse Kg/m3 277,95 620 479,4 22,8 28,5 102 1530,65 Kg Kg
