House developed by Students in Aceh.

Floating House.

MICRO HOUSE PREFAB

We are currently engaged in an ongoing effort to experiment with a Micro House Prefab System using metal frames and locally available materials. This initiative involves collaboration with the Bamboo Foundation and an Australian Prefab Engineer.

The objective of this project is to develop a Micro Home design that can be easily interconnected to form a cluster of homes. The focus is on creating a system that can be constructed by women and their families themselves, particularly in post-disaster situations where self-reliance and resilience are crucial.

Furthermore, we are actively involved in supporting Natural Disasters Relief Preparation Programs. Drawing insights from previous experiences such as the Aceh Tsunami Reconstruction and Post-Earthquake Rebuilding program in Jogja, we aim to enhance disaster resilience and response. Additionally, we are addressing the pressing issue of rising sea levels caused by climate change, considering its potential impact on coastal communities.

Through these efforts, we strive to develop sustainable and affordable housing solutions, empower communities to participate in the construction process, and improve disaster preparedness and response for vulnerable populations.

In Serangan Island, Bali, an innovative housing experiment known as "The Dancing House" has taken place. This project involves the construction of houses using scaffolding, creating a unique architectural concept.

The idea behind this initiative is to rebuild houses above existing structures, a concept referred to as the "Spider House." By utilising this approach, additional housing units can be created, which serve to support low-income individuals in becoming "renters" or owners of homestays. The aim is to foster economic development within the community, providing an alternative to selling out and potentially being affected by gentrification driven by urbanisation.