RAW Nano

The RAW Nano is a hyper-compact multi-occupant accommodation building. The experimental cross-laminated timber structure consists of stacked living modules, fully serviced with integrated lighting, power, storage, working and sleeping space.

Client
Date
2023
Location
Pretoria, South Africa
Team
Products
Cross-laminated Timber
Volume

2.3m3

Carbon

2.3t CO2e

captured

As part of the ongoing research partnership with the York Timber Research Chair at the University of Pretoria, the RAW Nano is an experimental project exploring material and spatial efficiency. 

Designed and partially fabricated by Peet van Straaten and the team at RAW Modular, the Nano straddles the line between product and architectural design, demonstrating modular design thinking and how bold architecture can be achieved while still minimising waste. Using just three plates of CLT, 16 m3 of super-efficient living space is created. Each Nano Pod accommodates a double bed, fold-down desk, storage and integrated power and lighting.

Images courtesy of RAW Modular.

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