Resettlement
Housing Project by Asian Architect
in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo.
Housing
Development of Unique, Modest -
Design Bungalows by Architect Chin.
Location.
The site
is adjacent to Kota Kinabalu
Industrial Park (KKIP) at Menkabong,
Tuaran, Sabah, in Malaysian Borneo.
The
Project.
It
comprises the design and
construction 139 units of
comfortable, 3-bedroom, and
bungalow-style housing design,
together with the requisite
infrastructure. The project
developer is KKIP.
It is currently under construction
by 2 teams of competent local
contractors.
Project
Objectives.
To
design and construct modest, family
bungalows with a matchless
blueprint. Another focus is to plan
in a budget-conscious way,
maintaining minimal costs. Use of
Tropical architecture and design
which would withstand extremes of
Tropical weather. It also involves
the use of a distinctive design
which will result in bungalows that
provide a comfortable, homely and
family atmosphere.
Methods
of Achieving Objectives.
These
include the use of
quality,locally-made materials to
achieve the target for a minimal
budget. The architect and
contractors will ensure the entire
construction process is
environment-friendly. Only a local
architect, Architect Chin, as well
as local engineers and contractors
are used. The outstanding local
design architect has designed
spacious, comfortable bungalows
using decorative, locally-made
materials.
Special
Design Features.
These
include the use of red brick to
establish a rustic, mellow
appearance, and a sloping roof
design geared to combat the Tropical
climate, with a large, extending
roof-cover to provide maximum shade
from the sun and rain. In addition,
full use is made of galvanized iron
roof trusses in the construction,
with a general emphasis on
light-weight construction.
Contact us at: chin178@gmail.com
www.ArchitectChin.com
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