Modern Prefab Cottages
Modern Prefab CottagesModern prefab cottages ideally represent the best of both worlds. Not only do they combine the advantages and aesthetic appeal of cottages but since they are manufactured in advance they can be shipped as well as assembled easily. Why they are advantageous: Modern prefab cottages are advantageous mainly because they can easily be constructed at a rapid pace to meet current housing demands. Their cost-effective manufacture further entails that the marketed price is also much lesser. Besides this, since the components of such prefab cottages are manufactured beforehand, they can be shipped as well as assembled at short notice depending on the demand. Many of the prefab house plans feature sophisticated design, great functionality as well as the superb rustic ambience intrinsic to a cottage design. Alpine design elements: In typical modern prefab cottages you will find the high chimneys, wooden paneling, large windows and other elements of a proper hillside house. There are also other design and structural elements such as greener and more eco-friendly designs. One of the designers to revolutionize the concept of prefabricated cottages is Lloyd Alter. Lloyd is a veteran of sorts when it comes to the prefab or prefabricated industry. His focus is more on creating environmentally friendly cottages. That means, lesser carbon footprints and fewer wastages as compared to conventional designs of homes. While many people may object to the cookie cutter approach of prefab cottages, Lloyd has paved the way for cost effective, greener and eco-friendly cottages with great design! It is because of him that people are slowly liking the concept of prefab cottages. Frank Lloyd Wright School of architecture: One of the proponents of the modern prefab cottages is the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. They have created numerous cottage designs, which combine a rich Mediterranean influence when it comes to design. One of their works, the Mod Fab is a combination of simplistic design and sustainable living conditions. The subtle yet noticeable European influences are evident in this project such as the usage of natural ventilation, photovoltaics, wide open and airy spaces and much more. Small yet functional: Modern prefab cottages maybe small but they serve plenty of functionality. Aside from the fact that these cottages are easily assembled and portable on roadways, these cottages also have all the design elements of modern housing. All plans for such homes are made keeping in mind the ecological factors and reusability. In addition, every house, which is designed has a small structure, usage of natural sunlight and harnessing of solar energy for natural energy usage. One of the main advantages of such cottages is that their manufacturing can be expedited. Though many think these designs are photocopies of one another, fact is that each of them are well thought out in terms of plans and combine functionality, eco-friendliness, compact design and cost effectiveness into one package! In terms of house design, all of them have exclusive modern design elements and have a natural breezy look and feel in the rooms - typical of most European and Mediterranean homes. |