The document describes a modular housing design called "The Modular Dogtrot" that is inspired by traditional Florida cottages. It utilizes a compact modular design with a northern orientation and clerestory windows to maximize daylighting while minimizing solar heat gain. The modular construction approach uses prefabricated steel wall and roof panels that can be assembled quickly on site. The design aims to provide an affordable housing option that expands with household needs.

1. Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Northern Perspective Site Aerial “ The Modular Dogtrot”

2. Design Narrative The phrase “Florida Cottage” conjures images of a cracker homestead with raised floors, rusted roofs and sagging porches. The architectural vocabulary of Florida’s early settler reflects a regional connection to climate and expanding lifestyles. The most common building arrangement was the "Dog-trot," consisting of two separate cabins connected by one roof. As families grew, pioneers relied heavily upon this efficient design. The apparent conflict between expanding needs and resource scarcity has inspired our concept for a “quick response” and affordable housing unit that transforms design challenges into opportunity. Our primary design feature locates a clerestory along the Northern wall in order to maximize day lighting and minimize heat gain under the Florida sun. Additionally, the building’s compact footprint (40’ length) enables the intended northern orientation on any 50’ x 120’ lot while minimizing the land required to house multiple units. All building components can be supplied by Platinum Advanced. This single source approach simplifies the project delivery process. Each floor, wall and roof panel is made of light-gage steel and reinforced with injected polyurethane foam (which increases structural strength by 50%). Although the MD satisfies program requirements as a single unit, double-pen arrangements provide the option for expanding household space. Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. “ The Modular Dogtrot”

3. Site Plan Configurations Northern Orientation Maximize Day lighting Minimize Solar Heat Gain “ Our primary design feature locates a clerestory along the Northern wall in order to maximize day lighting and minimize heat gain under the Florida sun.” “ Additionally, the building’s compact footprint (40’ length) enables the intended northern orientation on any 50’ x 120’ lot while minimizing the land required to house multiple units.” Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. “ The Modular Dogtrot”

4. Interior Perspective “A” Single Unit Floor Plan Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. “ Matroska” System “ The Modular Dogtrot”

5. Northern Elevation Eastern Elevation Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved . “ The Modular Dogtrot”

6. Southern Elevation Western Elevation Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved . “ The Modular Dogtrot”

7. Building Section & Design Specifications Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Structural 16” x 16” CMU Support Piers on 3’ x 3’ x 2’ Concrete Footings Platinum Advanced System or equal for all wall, floor & roof assemblies Architectural Low or No VOC Paint – Sherwin Williams “ Harmony” or Equal Plumbing All piping integral to prefabricated Wall Systems Electrical All conduit integral to prefabricated Wall Systems CFL Light Fixtures throughout “ The Modular Dogtrot”

8. Benefits & Features: Stronger... Buildings have been engineered with Platinum Products to withstand 150+ MPH winds. Platinum has a class 1 fire rating. A more sustainable product... a more sustainable building. Energy Efficient... Doubles the R-values and cuts heating and cooling bills. Allows for lower and less expensive HVAC equipment. Environmentally Friendly... Little to no jobsite waste, reducing landfill burdens and helping our environment. We use no wood, effectively preserving natural resources. Cleaner Indoor Air Quality... No volatile organic compounds. Air tightness provides a cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable indoor environment. Decay Resistant... Little or no wood for insects or mold to attack. Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Preliminary Calculations: 1. Total MD unit cost estimated to be < 85k (fabrication, deliver and assembly on site) 2. Building Time (assuming 6 man crew): 5 days 3. Total Storage footprint: +/- 2000 cu/ft (based upon 10’-0” x 14’-0” panel footprint) Structural System “ The Modular Dogtrot”

9. Assembly Process Animation Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. “ The Modular Dogtrot”

10. Proposed Certifications The Modular Dogtrot has been designed in accordance with the following industry standards: FGBC’s Green Home Standard USGBC’s LEED for Homes Certification Copyright © 2008. The Schimberg Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.