This project is a prototype of the Gomos System, which results from a business R&D project and consists of a concrete modular system, presenting an accurate and efficient solution for the contemporary need for simplification and acceleration of the building processes.
This is an evolutionary system, in which each module (or Gomo) leaves the factory completely ready, including all interior and exterior finishes, insulations, window frames, water and electricity installations and fixed furniture pieces. The on-site labor can be reduced for only building a basic foundation, which is followed by a simple assembly of the modules, taking just a few days.
From a technical point of view, there are four key factors that led to the development of this project:
Flexibility - Its design makes this a flexible system, which can be used for different programs besides housing, while allowing further expansion of construction (by the introduction of new “Gomos”) or adaptations to different building sit conditions;
Ease of transportation - The module was optimized in order to facilitate transportation, also ensuring dimensions that comply with all applicable legislation;
Energy Efficiency - The choices made in terms of the inner subdivision - that defines natural ventilation corridors - and in terms of insulation solutions and lighting, allow obtaining low-energy buildings;
Construction Quality - The production of all components is made in factory environment, under highly controlled conditions, which results in previously tested solutions, avoiding construction problems often observed in traditional building.
The system allows rising a building five times faster than the average time for regular construction methods. The fully industrialized process enables the optimization of the production time and the amount of site work, without compromising the structural quality.
The modules’ design and dimensions, which were planned to optimize the transportation and assembly processes, allow the adaptation of the system to diverse programs and topography situations.
Material Used :
1. Ardósias Valério & Figueiredo – Facade Cladding - Natural Slate
2. Farcimar - "GOMOS System" main manufacturer (production and installation of the building modules)
3. Alesil – Window frames – Termo-Slide and RT45 series
4. CIN – Interiror wall finishing – Aquacin Plus serie
5. RH&NA – Continuous coating floor, resin-based
6. Chatron - Solar tubes - "Led-In 300"
7. SDD – Wooden products (closets, doors, kitchens)
8. Roca – Bathroom components – Victoria collection
9. Recer – Bathroom ceramic tiles – Infinity collection
