Breeza Design Zone: AirShip

AirShip

One of the problems with pre-fabricated buildings is that although they can be dismantled, the damage to the structure often makes it un-economic. Timber also degrades, and although it has many advantages, the AirShip is designed to eliminate many of its drawbacks.

The Airship can be almost any length as it is a modular construction and can be supplied either 4400mm wide or 6000mm wide with 2 bedrooms.

The standard model is 9200mm x 4400mm wide and 3950mm high.

THE STRUCTURE

The AirShip Home uses high-quality, heavy-duty aluminium and stainless steel components which will not rust, rot, or be affected by the weather. All the components of the robust frame can be carried by two people so the AirShip can be constructed anywhere, regardless of road access. The AirShip can also be dismantled and moved to an alternative location if circumstances change.

The AirShip is lightweight (weighing about 3.5 tons) and depending on ground conditions can simply rest on four concrete paving slabs, sunk into the ground. It is wholly recyclable and manufactured by Syspal Ltd.

The frame has been engineered by world-class structural engineers, Atelier 1, and incorporates several thousand specially manufactured components designed for rapid, strong assembly.

The standard insulated cladding panels are made of aluminium with a core of 100mm polyisocyanurate foam. Thicker insulating panels can be substituted if required at additional cost.

The floor panels are heavy-duty aluminium chequer-plate with a tongue and groove pine floor to the central section if required. Floor panels can also be lifted to provide a large insulated storage area underneath, and provide space for storing rainwater channelled from the roof.

The basic internal finish is aluminium which can be clad with timber boarding. We recommend timber ceiling boarding as this is cosier and makes the installation of LED lighting less obtrusive.

High-quality aluminium pivot-tilt portholes from Spain provide ventilation and views whilst the ends are double-glazed k-glass panels professionally sealed into the aluminium frames with silicone.

We are developing the 6000mm model at present and this will have two bedrooms and substantial living space.