THE END OF MASS PRODUCTION
THE START OF MASS CUSTOMIZATION
For the past hundred years modernist architects believed that they could make people’s lives better through design using mass-produced houses. Now, a hundred years later the consumer has changed, the consumer is a person. Nowadays, people don’t want to live in identical units, they want to express their difference. Nowadays, it’s about the individual not the masses…
Can architects and products create new meanings and new unity? Products can, architects should.
In the information age, the data-based architecture is the substance of a new form of architecture.
Together with our international partners, Dolmen developed the Sakani Process, a new way to develop mass production building projects with a tailored approach and our idea is that Sakani Process may develop into a real Sakani Software for bigger projects. This will be the end of mass production and the start of mass customization.
It is our engineering solution to solve the complicated equation between the developer, consultant and contractor. We are in the middle of both of them. Our solution will create the adaptation needed for the designer, facilitate the process of construction for the contractor and will increase the profits of the developer. In order to customize into mass production, this group of geometric figures produces unlimited layout and volume options of houses while maintaining the same square meter area.
MORE DETAILS IN THESE 5 CASE STUDIES
1 . KIVA HOMES
Falougha homes consists of 19 luxury villas of between 490 sqm and 550 sqm of living area. The villas are spread over 26,650 sqm of scenic and terraced land thus offering each unit plenty of privacy, a full unobstructed panoramic view, and a massive garden area for recreation and family enjoyment. Falougha Homes is a fully gated and managed neighborhood offering exclusivity, security, and convenience to its occupants, Dolmen was the owner the projects and the real estate development firm responsible to develop everything from concept design to facilities and property management.
THE END OF MASS PRODUCTION
THE START OF MASS CUSTOMIZATION
2 . KIVA FARMS
Dolmen Development Research La developed a “Farm Concept” in Falougha Village ,Falougha located in the Baabda District of Mount Lebanon, it is 35 kilometers east of Beirut and has an average elevation of 1,250 meters above sea level, DDRL Team in 2010 inspiring sustainable experiences and design of The Farm Villa landscaping, the project is done by our team with more emphasis on spending time with nature. Falougha Farms offers an integrated alternative-living experience, where the residents can take part in natural farming and witness the food they eat. They also enjoy collective activities while maintaining their own private space. Sustainability, biodiversity, harnessing natural resources for a natural way of living are at the driving principles of Dolmen UK. This kind of projects help us individually focus on sustainable development in each of these distinct areas.
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THE START OF MASS CUSTOMIZATION
3 . KIVA SPA
Dolmen Development Research Lab developed a “SPA Concept” in Falougha Village ,Falougha located in the Baabda District of Mount Lebanon, It is 35 kilometers east of Beirut and has an average elevation of 1,250 meters above sea level , DDRL Team in 2010 inspiring sustainable experiences and design Responding to the growing expectation from the next generation of spa consumers for Eco-Green experiences and Morphogenesis architecture, we are mindful of creating experiences and spaces that express the location, whilst ensuring that the spa integrates into and complements hotels and resort experience. Creative and flexible in approach, we develop quality concepts into operationally and commercially successful profit centers.
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THE START OF MASS CUSTOMIZATION
4 . KIVA HEALTH VILLAGE
Falougha Green Areas and Landscaping We Consider planting a wildlife habitat in kiva Basic elements include fresh water, plants and feeders that provide nourishment for birds, insects, etc. plants that are native to Falougha in order to attract hummingbirds, butterflies and birds taking into Consideration creating an organic food garden for the kitchen. Falougha Eco-Spa A medical center and a personalized well living spa contains a clinic and medical facilities. The spa is accessible to all Kivas residents, where they can indulge in aqua therapy and therapeutic baths, and still enjoy the curative power of mineral treatments.
THE END OF MASS PRODUCTION
THE START OF MASS CUSTOMIZATION
5 . MINA PILGRIM HOUSING
Together with our international partners, Dolmen Development UK developed the Sakani Process, a new way to develop mass-production building projects with a tailored approach and our idea is that Sakani Process may develop into a real Sakani Software for bigger projects. This will be the end of mass production and the start of mass customization. It is our engineering solution to solve the complicated equation between the developer, consultant, and contractor. We are in the middle of both of them. Our solution will create the adaptation needed for the designer, facilitate the process of construction for the contractor, and will increase the profits of the developer.
THE END OF MASS PRODUCTION
THE START OF MASS CUSTOMIZATION
