Stylish Prefab Home Can Be ‘Dropped’ into Flooded Areas or Anywhere Housing is Needed

Drop Pod tiny homes – Courtesy of Inspiral Architecture and Design Studios Created for our changing climate and rising sea levels, architects in the island nation of Indonesia designed the Drop Pod, a modular structure that is “quick to distribute and easy to install.” The futuristic prefabricated homes developed by Inspiral Architecture and Design Studios are designed to be both stylish and expandable, with the ability to be placed on a variety of terrain and deployed rapidly. “Whether it’s an urban area in a wealthy country or a developing country battling climate change, the Drop Pod provides the solution,” says the company’s website. “Nowadays, we see ourselves more and more confronted with issues of constant population growth and major changes in our climate.” For decades, sea levels have risen about 8 millimeters per year, according to a video report shot in Indonesia by Al Jazeera. This has caused major flooding and tidal surges that have consumed thousands of homes. Drop Pod saw the need for a house that is quick to distribute and easy to install. Their goal was to provide a tiny house that is both user and environmentally friendly. Courtesy of Inspiral Architecture and Design Studios Courtesy of Inspiral Architecture and Design Studios “The design provides a quality space that can be built in one week,” claims the firm. And, the stone foundation, which elevates the home above potential floodwaters also allows the structure to be placed on sloped terrain with ease. Inspiral Architecture and Design Studios The shell of the structure stands on a footing of 1.2 meters high (about 4 feet), allowing for flood resistance and is easy to add-on additional wings for more space. Despite its diminutive size, the home emits a light and airy feeling with its light wood finish and mirrored wall. Built-in shelving helps solve storage issues, while steps lead to a bedroom loft overlooking the living space. The glass front can be fitted with large curtains to provide privacy. The bathroom and bedroom follows the same principle, combining practical layouts with design detail such as rounded windows and integrated cabinetry. Courtesy of Inspiral Architecture and Design Studios The first Drop Pod prototype has been installed in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, and, if nothing else, it shows us that “prefab doesn’t have to mean boring”. We’ve reached out to Inspiral to inquire about the price, because it’s not listed online. See more photos of the home on their website… Stylish Prefab Home Can Be ‘Dropped’ into Flooded Areas or Anywhere Housing is Needed