Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Identifier
371
Date
2011
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Architecture
Major
Architecture
Committee Chair
James F Williamson
Committee Member
Michael Chisamore
Committee Member
Tim Michael
Committee Member
Tom Marshall
Abstract
Can a prototype be developed that addresses the problem of people in need of housing while also addressing the issue of cost, sustainability, flexibility, and re-purposing blighted urban space? The objective of this thesis is to develop a modular, cost-effective housing solution that can be implemented utilizing existing infrastructure in urban spaces that are typically seen as unusable. A number of benefits can be gained by tapping into this existing resource: there is little to no cost of land; utilize existing structure for additional support; utilities currently running through the site are readily available; and an abundance of underutilized land/resources.
Library Comment
Dissertation or thesis originally submitted to the local University of Memphis Electronic Theses & dissertation (ETD) Repository.
Recommended Citation
Hall, Heather Elizabeth, "Under The Overpass" (2011). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 285.
https://digitalcommons.memphis.edu/etd/285
Comments
Data is provided by the student.