The Center Bay scheme is a module configuration that consists of two factory built modules that are sited parallel to one another and are joined by a site constructed space that ties the modules together. The site built condition creates an open plan with cross ventilation from the West to the East. The scheme is a three bedroom configuration with one full bath. The scheme is similar to the dog-trot type of years past. The center becomes a communal gathering space. Square footage is 1040 square feet.
Presentation Model for the DESIGNhabitat2 House
Presentation Model for the DESIGNhabitat2 House
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Project Facts:
designHABITAT II house proposal: the center bay configuration
_auburn university school of architecture 3rd- and 4th-year students Joey Fante (3rd), Walter Mason (4th), Joey Aplin (4th)
_client: alabama association of habitat affiliates, habitat for humanity international
_building partner: palm habor homes (factory in boaz, ala.)
_location: Greensboro, AL
__site: small town neighborhood street, 100′ street frontage x 150′ depth (typ.) [with setback restrictions]
_configuration: 2 modules (”module 1″ and “module 2″) with on-site framed center bay. The two modules pulled apart and slid back, with the space between creating the center bay and porches

module configuration with two modules, blue, pulled apart from center bay, black, and diagram of middle section showing the cross ventilation.

__module 1 (the northern module):
___dimensions and details: exterior overall dimensions: 13′-6″ x 34′-6″ with 1′ overhang on north, 2′ on west. contains the kitchen, dining room, and master bedroom. 2×6 studs and 9′ side walls with a 3:12 roof pitch. max height while shipped: 12′6″. roof made from fixed hinged roof truss while staying under the 12′-6″ max height.
___exterior cladding (site-applied): 1×6 cedar rainscreen with 1″ spacing.
__module 2 (the southern module):
___dimensions and details: exterior overall dimensions: 13′-6″ x 34′-6″ with 18″ overhang on south, 2′ on east. contains the full bath, 2 bedrooms, and laundry closet. 2×6 studs and 9′ side walls with a 3:12 roof pitch. max height while shipped 12′6″. roof made from fixed hinged roof truss while staying under the 12′-6″ max height.
___exterior cladding (site-applied):1×6 cedar rain screen with 1″ spacing
__center bay
___dimensions and details: 12′-0″ width x 16′-0″ depth. on site framed butterfly roof 6:12 and 9:12 slopes with 1:12 sloped valley rainwater.
___roofing (site-applied): light colored metal reflective roof, or if need-be, black asphalt shingles with a radiant barrier OSB sub-roof (factory-applied sub-roof).
___insulation (factory-applied): foamed-in-place polyisosianurate or bat insulation sufficient for the climate (hence 2×6 studs)
___cabinetry (on-site installed): custom built off-site by students.
_cost:
_schedule:
__fall 2005: research seminar class
__spring 2006:
___january: 4-week design charrette, of which these fives proposals are the product
___february/march: design development, engineering and factory-production of modules, site preparation, permitting
___march-early may: on-site construction and finishing