homes for students designed by students
an adaptive solution to the new zealand housing crisis
Limos, Nicole | 300486194
The Issue:
inadequate student housing
There has been an evident lack of adequate homes available in New Zealand. A large demographic that is affected in this crisis are independently living students.
Many students struggle to balance their studies with their bills when they should prioritise the growth of their education. As the biggest influence to our future, it is our responsibility to ensure that their education and well-being are not jeopardized due to unsatisfactory living standards.
According to the 2018 Severe Housing Deprivation Report, around 2% of New Zealand's population are estimated to be severely housing deprived.
The report found that approximately 102,000 people in New Zealand were housing deprived. The 102,000 total includes:
3,624 people were living without shelter, i.e on the streets, in improvised dwellings, and in mobile dwellings
7,929 people were living in temporary accommodation i.e night shelters, women's refuges, transitional housing, camping grounds, boarding houses, motels, etc.
30,171 people were sharing accommodation i.e staying with others in severely crowded dwellings
60,399 people were living in unhabitable housing, lacking 6 basic amenities, i.e drinkable tap water, electricity, cooking facilities, kitchen, sink, shower, or toilet.
uninhabitable housing shared accomodation temporary accommodation without shelter 3.6% 3.6% 7.7% 7.7% 29.5% 29.5% 59.2% 59.2%
The Human Right To Adequate Housing
according to the United Nations Committee on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights
SECURITY OF TENURE
AFFORDABILITY HABITABILITY
ACCESSIBILITY
LOCATION
AVAILABILITY OF SERVICES
CULTURAL ADEQUACY
NOTICE
residentsshouldbe protected against forced eviction, harassment and other threats
housing costs should not compromise the attainment of other basic needs. For example,peopleshould not have to choose between paying rent and buying food.
adequate space that protects residents from cold, damp, heat, rain, wind, and other threats to health, structural hazards and disease
housing must be accessible to all, and disadvantaged and vulnerable groups (including the disabled) must be accorded full access to housing resources.
housing should not be built on polluted sites... [and] must be in location which allows access to employment, healthcare, schools, and other social facilities
availabilityofservices, materials facilities, and infrastructure; water and sanitation, power and other essential utilities.
housing and housing policies must guarantee theexpressionof cultural identify and diversity
The Solution:
student housing villages
pooling resources reduces costs and reduces the necessity for individual investment
living close to people, activities, and services improves quality of life and reduces stress
a good location, design & community intent can reduce transportation, energy, water & food waste
communal living develops the responsibility of individuals, prodiving personal growth
varying styles of homes to suit the needs of varying financial standings and/or personalities.
conscientious design ensures residents have a secure space to live in.
a strong sense of community combats loneliness and isolation while improving quality of life
residents manage their own housing needs and community needs. more freedom to way of living relative to flatting
reduces the stress of losing your home due to financial or personal reasons
AFFFORDABILITY SAFE PROXIMITY SUSTAINABLE RESPONSIBILITY ACCESSIBILITY SOCIAL INDEPENDENT SECURE
The Plan: LIVEABILITY AFFORDABILITY SUSTAINABILITY
To ensure a successful design, the proposed environment should suit the unique requirements of students. The design should be adaptable and provide shelter that caters and promotes community well-being and health. The space should include private living as well as shared spaces that enable individuals to be a part of a community.
Realistically it would be difficult to create a student village with no money. However, by creating easily a modular building system, and utilizing affordable yet sustainable materials, the construction and maintenance costs can be minimized. The idea of this design is to maximise the opportunities of living in a village-like environment by sharing expenses and resources.
The method of sustainability in this projectshouldnotbeconsideredatask but rather a natural part of everyday life. By implementing integrated solutions like rainwater harvesting, renewable energy, food production and many more. Additionally, to create sustainable homes, the design will utilize vernacular materials that contribute to sustainability and cultural cultivation.
Existing Student Housing
spaces connected together to create a continuous flow.
public, private and communal spaces clearly defined.
connected spaces defined spaces modular accommodation single room space volumetric spaces divided into three separate sectors, shaped by existing landscape.
dorm-style accommodation with each space connecting into a communal space
contains necessary furniture for students withbed,desk,wardrobe etc. Each room has access to natural light
volumetric spaces divided into two connected spaces.
the use of sun is controlled and allows for optimal usage
facade allows for passive ventilation and provides lighting within the interior spaces without overheating
defined spaces dictated by the varying floors. a clear indoor/outdoor connected that provides passive cooling ventilation
reusing existing object to become the structure of design
expandable configuration to allow for more communities to occupy the space
way of configuration with a central space allows for a connected community
floats on water, occupying and taking advantage of underutilized urban space without having to struggle with terraforming
volume of space volume of space shipping container solar space modular configuration community facade defined spaces underutilized urban space Te Puni Village, Wellington St. Andrews Boys Hostel, India Urban Rigger, Denmark Architectus ZED Lab BIG [Bjarke Ingels Group]
Contextual Analysis
Some halls are often more favourable than another due to their wide variety of options. However, in the case of student villages, it would be ideal to create a space that provides as many options for students to reside in as well as ensure that it is at minimal costs to live in.
This analysis provides a general understanding of what the proposed project should contain as a minimum.
The following criteria for amenities is outlines below.
Through exploration of existing student housing, there are aspects of living that improve liveability and education. These involve:
- Private spaces include a bed, storage and study desk
- Shared facilities include, kitchen, laundry, garden
- Communal spaces increase social and entertainment
- Guest room reduce the necessity for private rooms to require a spare bedroom
The selected site should be located within central city, allowing for students to access their education with ease. The local amenities should include:
- access regular public transport
- access to healthcare
- access to shops
- access to restaurants and cafes
- access to community events
Having these accessible to the student village will provide an extension of the liveability for students
BOULCOTT HALL CAPITAL HALL CUMBERLAND HOUSE EDUCATION HOUSE EVERTON HALL HELEN LOWRY HALL JOAN STEVENS HALL KATHARINE JERMYN HALL TE PUNI VILLAGE WHARE HINAU VICTORIA HOUSE WEIR HOUSE THE CUBE KAINGA RUA WHANAKE HALL 323 Massey VUW First Year Only All Years Single Twin / Couple Studio Apartment Accessible Parking Catered Not Catered Minimum p/w cost wellington
accomodation
student
Study Activity Room Laundry
Accessibility Parking Bike Shelter
Guest Room Kitchen Garden
Site: abandoned tip top factory
Site Significance
The most significant characteristic of a successful sustainable settlement is its location. The idea is to create a village that has minimal environmental impact. By following the criteria indicated, a student village will be easier and healthier to occupy.
reasonable space for 10-20 households
walking distance to regular public transportation
underutilized urban space
large open space
access to employment, education, healthcare and other community facilities.
The selected site is the Newtown Tip Top Factory that has been abandoned and in a state of decay for over a decade. This location matches the criteria outlined above by using an underutilized urban space, as well as access to employment, education, health-care and other community facilities.
The site allows for use of cycling transportation and public transportation, reducing the necessity of private auto-vehicular use.
Due to prior occupation, the site is already levelled off with the excepted of a raised/ sloped area, indicated above. This project will attempt to reduce terraforming the space and work with the existing surroundings.
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Small Space Concept
This style of design allows for maximum sunlight into interior space. Provides underground sheltered space for an individual car or similar. Also has an accessible rooftop space. Maybe subject to overheating due to north facing window.
Basic floor plan that provides the necessary amenities for an individual/couple student(s). Accessible for disabled due to lack of stairs. Maybe slightly too narrow but can be easily altered if necessary.
Modular Space Concept
Slightly different style basic style housing with north and south facing windows. Provides a more open plan layout housing.
North facing window with loft bedroom. Allows for a more private and separated space for the bedroom. Not accessible.
Connected style living with a more open plan. Allows for more development
Shipping container style housing that can be stacked up to reduce occupied floor space yet provide same amount of space between occupants. Allows for accessible and inaccessible environments.
Similar to the shipping container style housing but using smaller space homes. Can provide garden spaces between housing.
Moveable walls that allow for flexible housing design, depending on the requirements of students.
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Sketch Models
These sketches were used as a base model for 3D modelling and are subject to change upon development. Sketches are development from the prior concept analysis.
Shared Units: An occupiable space that contains the spatial necessities of a home (bathroom, kitchen, bedroom etc.) and shared among four residents.
Dorm Units: Modular units that only contains the basic student furniture (bed, desk, wardrobe etc.). Toilet and shower shared amongotherresidents.Otherfacilitiesisfound in the common house. This method provides a cheaper alternative for students.
Common House: Same modular style to dorm house. A large space that is occupiable by all residents within the village. Guest rooms provides an extra space for visitors. Study space alternative provided for students. Laundry space for students.
Masterplan
Shared Units Common House Dorm Units Self Contained Units
Self-Contained Unit
This style of housing is mainly accessible and designed for part-time students/ couples who prefer private and self-contained spaces.
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Shared Units
This style follows a typical shared flat plan, with an additional bathroom to accommodate the four residents in the home. This style allows for a modular system
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Dorm Units
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Common House
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Final RefIection
Understandably, this way of design is highly unlikely. Seeing as it would cost too much and it would not benefit the sponsor(s).However,thisisassignmentaddressesaproblem that requires change in attitude beliefs and behaviours.
In this space, which would normally allow approximately 10 residents, I have created and design a space that can inhabit an estimated 40 residents, with space to spare. This design was an attempt to incorporate green space within an environment full of industrial, residential and commercial space, as well as create a positive learning environment for students that supports their education, health and wellbeing.
For future developments, I would like to create a more indepth understanding of the layout. As of right now, the space is positioned towards the north to its best capabilities without hindering existing residential spaces. The individual private and self-contained spaces are kept on the outskirts of the site to allow for ease of access, whereas the dorms are kept in the centre for security and safety, and the common room is made central to allow for complete access from all village occupants.
