Kia E-House
Company: R&S Tavares Associates
Location: Las Vegas, NV, USA
Gross Size of Project: 3,270 Square Feet
Days to Complete: 63
Award Criteria
Architectural Excellence
The Kia E-House features a modern, two-story layout designed to seamlessly integrate with its surroundings. The exterior combines a sleek matte black finish with sustainable materials, complementing the natural environment. The interior is designed for functionality, offering smart home features and energy-efficient systems. The modular configuration allows for flexibility, while the planning ensures high visual quality and an immersive user experience.
Technical Innovation & Sustainability
The Kia project incorporates modular construction to enhance efficiency and sustainability. Designed with innovative smart home technology, the project integrates offsite prefabrication to speed up the building process. Solutions like modularity and relocatability contribute to resource efficiency while providing flexibility for future needs. This entire modular project was powered by the battery of the all-new Kia Electric Car, charged entirely with solar energy. By pairing renewable energy with sustainable transportation, it highlights an innovative solution to support modular construction while minimizing carbon emissions. This approach demonstrates how clean energy can efficiently power modern, adaptable building methods.
Cost Effectiveness
The Kia E-House project utilizes cost-effective modular construction, featuring smart design and sustainable materials that ensure efficiency in installation and long-term use. The project focuses on adaptability and relocatability, optimizing costs through streamlined construction processes. These innovations balance high-quality design with affordability, supporting both operational savings and sustainable and technology driven living solutions.
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