Sustainable Modular Architecture: Cells Over the Parking Lot

Addressing Student Housing with Modular Design

The Cells Over the Parking Lot project is an innovative sustainable modular architecture initiative aimed at solving the housing crisis for students with limited resources. Designed to be installed over university parking lots, these modular structures provide affordable, adaptable, and accessible living spaces within campus environments.

Innovative Urban Living: A visionary approach to transforming parking lots into sustainable student housing.

Community and Connectivity: A modular design fosters interaction and a sense of belonging.

Smart Space Utilization: Maximizing underused areas with adaptable living units.

A Scalable, Future-Ready Solution

With a focus on regenerative architecture, the project evolves over time, scaling to accommodate more students and seamlessly integrating into existing university infrastructures. By utilizing parking lots, which are often underutilized spaces, this approach maximizes land use efficiency while fostering community engagement among students.

Universal Access and Sustainable Growth

Each modular unit ensures universal access, adapting to various user needs throughout its lifespan. The design emphasizes sustainability, incorporating renewable energy sources, water conservation methods, and eco-friendly materials to minimize environmental impact.

Sustainable Design: Green architecture meets modern student needs.

Integrated Living: A harmonious blend of nature and structure.

Parking to Housing: An efficient reuse of urban space for a greater purpose.

Recognition and Inspiration

Inspired by visionary architect Youngjin Yoo, this project has been recognized as a shortlisted entry in the Plugin Housing Challenge 2020, highlighting its potential to revolutionize urban student housing.