Modulbaserad pergola med träning och gemenskap i centrum

Abstract

This thesis covers the concept development of a module-based pergola with training possibilities for the consumer market. The aim of this project was to create a solution that merged the boundaries between social spaces and fitness equipment through the use of a modular framework. Questions that guided the process were how simple assembly could be combined with strong structural integrity. Based on these questions, the process resulted in a concept based on beams of glued laminated timber, also known as “glulam”, and powder-coated sheet-metal. Key solutions include steel corner joints that ensure structural integrity for the beam assembly, steel rails that allow modules to be installed and steel pillar bases that allow the structure to be mounted on a wooden deck. User based studies confirm the need for ease of installment and an aesthetic that appeals to a garden environment. This resulted in a design language that combined a high level of technical functionality with an aesthetically pleasing appearance. An environmental analysis of the concept indicated that the majority of the climate impact came from the extracting and refining of raw materials. This impact could be reduced by offering spare parts and options for personal modification of the structure and therefore extending its lifetime. The final concept proves the possibilities of developing a stable modular construction that incorporates training equipment and social interactions in a garden.