Hex House project - Revision history

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	To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].		To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].
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−	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].

	--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]		--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]

Editor at 19:52, 9 October 2020

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	To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].		To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].

−	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].	+	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].

	--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]		--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]

−	~~= Find out more =~~	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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−	=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===	+

	* Cohousing.		* Cohousing.
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	* Emergency relief technical notes.		* Emergency relief technical notes.
	* Engineered bamboo.		* Engineered bamboo.
		+	* Flat pack.
	* Flood risk management plans.		* Flood risk management plans.
	* Humanitarian shelter exhibition.		* Humanitarian shelter exhibition.
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	* Wikkelhouse.		* Wikkelhouse.

−	[[Category:~~International~~]] [[Category:~~Organisations~~]] [[Category:~~DCN_Organisation~~]] [[Category:~~Projects_and_case_studies~~]] [[Category:~~DCN_Project_Knowledge~~]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation~~]] [[Category:DCN_Research,_Development_and_Innovation~~]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]]	+	[[Category:DCN_Project_Knowledge]] [[Category:DCN_Research,_Development_and_Innovation]] [[Category:International]] [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]]

Editor at 11:47, 16 October 2017

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	To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].		To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].

−	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].	+	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].

	--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]		--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]
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	* Engineered bamboo.		* Engineered bamboo.
	* Flood risk management plans.		* Flood risk management plans.
		+	* Humanitarian shelter exhibition.
	* KODA house.		* KODA house.
	* Planning for floods.		* Planning for floods.
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	* Wikkelhouse.		* Wikkelhouse.

−	[[Category:International]] [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]]	+	[[Category:International]] [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:DCN_Organisation]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:DCN_Project_Knowledge]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:DCN_Research,_Development_and_Innovation]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]]

Designing Buildings at 13:06, 5 December 2016

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	To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].		To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].

−	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].	+	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].

	--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]		--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]
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	* Eco town.		* Eco town.
	* Emergency relief technical notes.		* Emergency relief technical notes.
		+	* Engineered bamboo.
	* Flood risk management plans.		* Flood risk management plans.
	* KODA house.		* KODA house.

Editor at 09:40, 26 September 2016

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	To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].		To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].

−	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].	+	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].

	--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]		--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]
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	* Sustainability in building design and construction.		* Sustainability in building design and construction.
	* The business case for adapting buildings to climate change.		* The business case for adapting buildings to climate change.
		+	* Urban Rigger.
	* Wikkelhouse.		* Wikkelhouse.

	[[Category:International]] [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]]		[[Category:International]] [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]]

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	To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].		To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].

−	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].	+	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].

	--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]		--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]
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	* Emergency relief technical notes.		* Emergency relief technical notes.
	* Flood risk management plans.		* Flood risk management plans.
		+	* KODA house.
	* Planning for floods.		* Planning for floods.
	* Prenuptial Housing.		* Prenuptial Housing.

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−	Two units can be combined into one larger ~~‘double’~~ unit of 80 sq. m to accommodate larger families. This combination can accommodate three or four bedrooms. With an emphasis on flexibility and customisation, there are many interior planning possibilities.	+	Two units can be combined into one larger 'double' unit of 80 sq. m to accommodate larger families. This combination can accommodate three or four bedrooms. With an emphasis on flexibility and customisation, there are many interior planning possibilities.

	= Construction =		= Construction =
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−	Rainwater is carried through an integrated gutter and downspout system. It is filtered into a sub-grade storage tank from where it is manually or electrically pumped back into the house by hand pumps to be used for washing and flushing. There is also a refillable potable water storage tank below grade that is also pumped into the unit. Both tanks are insulated by ~~earth’s~~ natural thermal capacity and sheltered by the house itself.	+	Rainwater is carried through an integrated gutter and downspout system. It is filtered into a sub-grade storage tank from where it is manually or electrically pumped back into the house by hand pumps to be used for washing and flushing. There is also a refillable potable water storage tank below grade that is also pumped into the unit. Both tanks are insulated by earth's natural thermal capacity and sheltered by the house itself.

	=== Passive cooling and solar panels ===		=== Passive cooling and solar panels ===
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	To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].		To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].

−	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=~~Gofund~~.me/g7bdy&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].	+	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DGofund.me/g7bdy%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].

	--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]		--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]
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	* Flood risk management plans.		* Flood risk management plans.
	* Planning for floods.		* Planning for floods.
		+	* Prenuptial Housing.
	* Skyfarm.		* Skyfarm.
	* Sustainability in building design and construction.		* Sustainability in building design and construction.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =
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	The Hex House project goal is to create an environment that supports interaction and exchange of ideas and treats all members of the community with dignity and respect. The site planning layout shows how the 40 sq. m hexagonal plan can be combined into various combinations of clusters to create shared gardens and gathering spaces within as well as in-between these arrangements. These green spaces reminiscent of courtyards and urban gardens, promote social interaction between residents and their life as a community.		The Hex House project goal is to create an environment that supports interaction and exchange of ideas and treats all members of the community with dignity and respect. The site planning layout shows how the 40 sq. m hexagonal plan can be combined into various combinations of clusters to create shared gardens and gathering spaces within as well as in-between these arrangements. These green spaces reminiscent of courtyards and urban gardens, promote social interaction between residents and their life as a community.

−	[[File:Hexhouse1.jpg]]	+	[[File:Hexhouse1.jpg\|link=File:Hexhouse1.jpg]]

	Hex House clusters, because of their flexibility, will easily adapt to urban and suburban sites of various configurations. Whether linear or radial, these clusters can be oriented to allow for accessible drives and pedestrian walkways for internal movement as well as forming connections with the surrounding city which are essential for integrating displaced communities into society.		Hex House clusters, because of their flexibility, will easily adapt to urban and suburban sites of various configurations. Whether linear or radial, these clusters can be oriented to allow for accessible drives and pedestrian walkways for internal movement as well as forming connections with the surrounding city which are essential for integrating displaced communities into society.
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	= Hex House Collective =		= Hex House Collective =

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	The Hex House Collective is a cohousing solution that facilitates neighbourhood interaction for socioeconomic benefits. These neighborhoods are designed for privacy as well as community. Residents balance privacy and community by choosing their own level of engagement. Decision making is participatory and often based on consensus. Self-management empowers residents, builds community, and saves money. The community supports residents in actualising shared values.		The Hex House Collective is a cohousing solution that facilitates neighbourhood interaction for socioeconomic benefits. These neighborhoods are designed for privacy as well as community. Residents balance privacy and community by choosing their own level of engagement. Decision making is participatory and often based on consensus. Self-management empowers residents, builds community, and saves money. The community supports residents in actualising shared values.
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	=== Two bedroom units ===		=== Two bedroom units ===

−	[[File:Hexhouse3.jpg]]	+	[[File:Hexhouse3.jpg\|link=File:Hexhouse3.jpg]]

	The 40 sq. m unit is a compact two-bedroom home with all the amenities intended for small families. Interior walls are not attached to the ceiling to accommodate customization of layout and provide natural ventilation.		The 40 sq. m unit is a compact two-bedroom home with all the amenities intended for small families. Interior walls are not attached to the ceiling to accommodate customization of layout and provide natural ventilation.
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	=== 3-4 bedroom units ===		=== 3-4 bedroom units ===

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	Two units can be combined into one larger ‘double’ unit of 80 sq. m to accommodate larger families. This combination can accommodate three or four bedrooms. With an emphasis on flexibility and customisation, there are many interior planning possibilities.		Two units can be combined into one larger ‘double’ unit of 80 sq. m to accommodate larger families. This combination can accommodate three or four bedrooms. With an emphasis on flexibility and customisation, there are many interior planning possibilities.
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	The interior spaces are designed with all the modern conveniences and are finished with simple, functional and elegant finishes. Gypsum walls, bamboo plank floors, ceramic tile bathroom floors, bamboo kitchen cabinets and solid surface kitchen counters.		The interior spaces are designed with all the modern conveniences and are finished with simple, functional and elegant finishes. Gypsum walls, bamboo plank floors, ceramic tile bathroom floors, bamboo kitchen cabinets and solid surface kitchen counters.

−	[[File:Hexhouse6.jpg]]	+	[[File:Hexhouse6.jpg\|link=File:Hexhouse6.jpg]]

	= Sustainable strategies =		= Sustainable strategies =
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	To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].		To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].

−	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[~~gofund~~.me/g7bdy\|see here]].	+	To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[w/index.php?title=Gofund.me/g7bdy&action=edit&redlink=1\|see here]].

	--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]		--[[User:Architects_for_Society\|Architects for Society]]
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	* Sustainability in building design and construction.		* Sustainability in building design and construction.
	* The business case for adapting buildings to climate change.		* The business case for adapting buildings to climate change.
		+	* Wikkelhouse.

	[[Category:International]] [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]]		[[Category:International]] [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]]

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= Introduction =

The Hex House Project was unveiled in 2016 by Architects for Society (AFS), a global non-profit design practice established in 2015 by a group of experienced architects from the US, Canada, Europe and the Middle East. Their mission is to engage practitioners, policy-makers and the public in a collaborative dialogue to enhance the built environment of disadvantaged communities through affordable, innovative architecture and design.

The Hex House is their possible solution to create housing for displaced individuals and families that are long-term, dignified and can be easily integrated into the urban fabric of large cities. Current temporary refugee shelters are beset with a number of social, economic, and cultural problems; displaced populations live in conditions that are uncomfortable, unsanitary, and inhumane—very often for extended periods of time. The prototype is conceived as a sustainable, rapidly deployable shelter based on an insulated metal panel technology that is low cost, can be shipped flat-pack to a suitable site, and easily assembled by the end-user.

= Urban and architectural design =

The Hex House project goal is to create an environment that supports interaction and exchange of ideas and treats all members of the community with dignity and respect. The site planning layout shows how the 40 sq. m hexagonal plan can be combined into various combinations of clusters to create shared gardens and gathering spaces within as well as in-between these arrangements. These green spaces reminiscent of courtyards and urban gardens, promote social interaction between residents and their life as a community.

[[File:Hexhouse1.jpg]]

Hex House clusters, because of their flexibility, will easily adapt to urban and suburban sites of various configurations. Whether linear or radial, these clusters can be oriented to allow for accessible drives and pedestrian walkways for internal movement as well as forming connections with the surrounding city which are essential for integrating displaced communities into society.

= Hex House Collective =

[[File:Hexhouse2.jpg]]

The Hex House Collective is a cohousing solution that facilitates neighbourhood interaction for socioeconomic benefits. These neighborhoods are designed for privacy as well as community. Residents balance privacy and community by choosing their own level of engagement. Decision making is participatory and often based on consensus. Self-management empowers residents, builds community, and saves money. The community supports residents in actualising shared values.

Clusters of Hex Houses are arranged around a central communal house to form a cohesive community. This Communal House provides space for a range of activities:

* Shared cooking and meals in a well equipped kitchen.
* Shared childcare for working parents.
* Shared pantry.
* Communal event celebrations and holidays.
* Computer room.
* Public market.

The communal house allows for space and material savings on the outer houses, which in turn increases sustainability. Shared resources elevate all individuals to the same level and prevent poverty. Populations of high risk such as the elderly and children are protected by the community. Maintenance of the main house is made by all residents where they can take turns providing needed services such as child care, coordination of activities, gardening, tutoring, etc.

= Usage =

The Hex House is designed to be an adaptable, scalable solution which can be rapidly deployed by government and relief agencies as well as erected by end-users and volunteers with no prior construction expertise and minimal training and instruction. It is also dignified and comfortable, with typical home amenities designed for displaced populations.

With passive and low tech features and durability of exterior shell and base, it can endure extended occupancy for 15 to 20 years. These features make the Hex House suitable for both long-term and short-term housing solutions. The flexibility of the system, most of all, gives the end-users an ability to personalize their living spaces both inside and out. Units can easily be arranged next to one another in desired patterns, joined and share walls for enhanced thermal performance, or also be combined to form larger units described below:

=== Two bedroom units ===

[[File:Hexhouse3.jpg]]

The 40 sq. m unit is a compact two-bedroom home with all the amenities intended for small families. Interior walls are not attached to the ceiling to accommodate customization of layout and provide natural ventilation.

=== 3-4 bedroom units ===

[[File:Hexhouse4.jpg]]

Two units can be combined into one larger ‘double’ unit of 80 sq. m to accommodate larger families. This combination can accommodate three or four bedrooms. With an emphasis on flexibility and customisation, there are many interior planning possibilities.

= Construction =

The inherent structural stability of the hexagonal form and the rigid construction of Structural Insulated Panels (SIP) preclude the use of added structural support. The wall and roof panels are designed to be self-supporting and when locked together with integral locking joints, form a rigid structural shell. The basic building components are galvanised tube steel for the base, structural insulated metal panel for walls, floor and roof and can be customised with conventional interior and exterior finishes.

=== Building components ===

The walls, roof and floor are fabricated from rigid foam insulation sandwiched between two sheets of steel known as Structural Insulated Panel (SIP). All exterior wall panels have the same dimension 3 m x 4 m with some variations for door and window openings. The roof and floor panel sizes are also standardized, insuring efficiency in fabrication, packing and transportation.

=== Wall panel assembly ===

Each 150 mm thick insulated metal wall/roof panel is locked together using a built-in locking joint. The panels are designed to be self-supporting and don't require additional structure. The exterior walls can be clad with cement render (stucco), wood cladding, or other materials using typical mechanical fasteners. The 150 mm panel has a U-value of .054 (R18.5).

=== Foundation assembly ===

The walls are supported on a hexagonal steel frame with six perimeters and one centre support. The supports which are height-adjustable are anchored to concrete pier foundations. The structural steel base members are connected with steel bolts through predrilled holes. The floor panels are then fixed on top and span from one horizontal support to the other.

=== Interior finishes ===

The interior spaces are designed with all the modern conveniences and are finished with simple, functional and elegant finishes. Gypsum walls, bamboo plank floors, ceramic tile bathroom floors, bamboo kitchen cabinets and solid surface kitchen counters.

[[File:Hexhouse6.jpg]]

= Sustainable strategies =

=== Rainwater harvesting ===

Rainwater is carried through an integrated gutter and downspout system. It is filtered into a sub-grade storage tank from where it is manually or electrically pumped back into the house by hand pumps to be used for washing and flushing. There is also a refillable potable water storage tank below grade that is also pumped into the unit. Both tanks are insulated by earth’s natural thermal capacity and sheltered by the house itself.

=== Passive cooling and solar panels ===

There are two ventilation shafts on opposite sides of the house. Air is diverted by operable baffles in floor openings, travels up the shaft and out through registers in the space. The air then moves up though the space via the stack effect and is allowed to circulate above interior walls and out through an operable exhaust vent. Solar panels provide supplementary power for lighting and small electronics. The hexagonal roof allows for optimal solar panel placement, with three surfaces oriented for maximum solar incidence as the sun moves across the sky.

=== Packing and transport ===

The simple construction method of the Hex House facilitates full assembly by the inhabitants, using simple tools and a little training. All the components are designed to be packed and shipped flat in a conventional transport trailer. The average capacity of one trailer can easily accommodate three units.

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Images and content courtesy of Architects for Society.

To read more about Architects for Society and the Hex House project, [http://www.architectsforsociety.org/ see here].

To help fund AFS to help them reach their goal, [[gofund.me/g7bdy|see here]].

--[[User:Architects_for_Society|Architects for Society]]

= Find out more =

=== Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===

* Cohousing.
* Community energy network.
* Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development.
* Eco town.
* Emergency relief technical notes.
* Flood risk management plans.
* Planning for floods.
* Skyfarm.
* Sustainability in building design and construction.
* The business case for adapting buildings to climate change.

[[Category:International]] [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Property_development]]