Residential
Luxury Residential
Building a house from materials
usually associated with marine and
aerospace construction is unlikely to
result in the cheapest price, but it will
certainly result in a far superior
structure
Ascendam provides residential construction solutions that enable the development of locations where
conventional construction techniques are often impractical. By specialising in this sector we provide a unique
service to landowners and stunning properties for people to live and holiday in.
Sustainability lies at the heart of our business and our environmental ideals encourage planners and
partnering land owners to allow us access to fantastic, unspoilt sites in the knowledge they will remain that
way, due to minimal site contact.
Many exceptional locations have no mains services and it would be both impractical and inappropriate to
carve through the landscape to provide them, but that doesn't mean turning back the clock to a more
primitive lifestyle. With sustainable technologies becoming increasingly efficient and cost-effective, a tipping
point has been reached where properties in many parts of the world can be fully independent and run off-
grid. This self-sufficiency can deliver power, water and waste management functions that are the equal to
mains services, but without the potential logistical problems and costs of centralised service provision.
The use of modular assembly methods ensures faster and often more cost-effective construction than with
conventional construction in challenging locations and where site access is a problem, complete house-sized
structures can often be delivered to site by sea or even helicopter* (*Stiltt 75 & 200 models).
Our projects share an ambition to raise the bar in design and construction to exceed expectations.
Holiday Homes
Holiday/ Second Homes
The joy of owning a home away from
the crowds can be tempered with the
headache of
monitoring and
maintaining it
Tourism
Eco-Tourism/ Hotel Suites
Operators are constantly trying to
differentiate themselves in a crowded
market and are on the lookout for
premium experiences that will provide
higher margins
Disaster Relief/ Student
Permanent Flat-pack Solutions
The combined effects of natural
disasters and world conflicts continue
to create the need for relief solutions,
but tents and short-term measures are
not enough
Tourists are constantly looking for the next big thing and market expectations continue to rise.
Operators respond by constantly trying to differentiate themselves in a crowded market and are
always on the lookout for premium experiences that will provide higher margins and elevate
their brand.
Eco-tourism
Although still a relatively small part of the total tourism industry, eco-tourism is the fastest
growing sector and will continue to rise, as consumers demand greater authenticity and
'connection' with their location. However as these experiences are by definition off the beaten
track, the accommodation they offer is usually extremely basic. By dramatically upping the
specification of the accommodation, eco-tourism will reach a wider, wealthier audience.
Hotel Suites
Expansion of existing hotels is often problematic, as building work inevitably upsets guests and
potentially damages occupancy rates. It is therefore important for works to be completed as
quickly and inconspicuously as possible. Ascendam suites can be assembled and outfitted, very
much faster than conventional buildings and can be deployed in premium, previously non-
revenue generating locations, such as beachside and garden areas.
Refits
Hotel refits typically result in prolonged room closures and loss of revenue. The modular format
of our units enables incredibly rapid refits, providing time and revenue benefits. Should future
plans require the remodelling of resorts, entire Ascendam units can be moved, without damage
to the units, or their asset value.
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Holiday/ Second Homes (Stiltt 200)
Second homes are both an added pleasure and an added responsibility. The joy of owning
a home away from the crowds is sometimes tempered with the headache of monitoring and
maintaining it.
Ascendam homes are inherently rugged and able to survive exposed conditions, but they
are also ideally suited to the whims of intermittent occupation. The entire structure contains
sensors that feed into a computerised building management system. During occupation the
house will discretely manage systems, such as lighting, ventilation and security, based on pre-
programmed and learnt occupant preferences, so you don't have to think about them. When
occupants are away, the building will 'hibernate', reducing all functions to the minimum, whilst
maintaining optimum interior conditions and sending owners status updates, including local
weather conditions.
Before returning home, an sms message will 'wake up' the building, restoring it to occupants
requirements, before their arrival. Additional remote servicing options are available, including
automated external window and deck wash functions.
In the event of any equipment malfunctions, the house will independently contact service
personnel and as there is a dedicated machinery bay, equipment can be serviced without
personnel having access to the living areas. Should any emergencies, or security issues
arise, the building will send coherent notifications to all nominated agencies, such as police and
local key holders.
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Residential
Building a home from materials usually associated with marine and aerospace construction is
unlikely to result in the cheapest price, but it will certainly result in a far superior structure.
However, pre-fabrication and modular assembly vastly accelerates on-site construction times
which in turn significantly reduces the labour content and cost.
In locations where there are challenges such as site access, or difficult terrain, this
methodology provides substantial advantages compared to conventional build techniques. With
conventional construction, these types of sites can increase conventional build costs by 100% or
more, due to the logistical challenges of delivery and fabrication using small components, which
results in increased construction times. So the more challenging the site, the more competitive
pre-fabrication becomes.
By moving away from the traditional, massive construction of previous centuries, materials
consumption is reduced and because the entire building performs as a lightweight, monocoque
structure, it is able to perform dynamic functions that allow sections of the building to move
and the shape and orientation of the structure to transform.
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The combined effects of natural disasters and world conflicts continue to create the need for
relief solutions, but tents and short-term measures are not enough. Where housing has
been destroyed by natural events their destruction is testimony to the inadequacy of the
original design. Where conflict has displaced huge numbers of people, there is the distinct
possibility that there will be no return to previous homes. In both instances, short term
responses are no longer appropriate and rapid, long-term construction solutions are needed.
Flat-pack Housing
Ascendam is working on a range of designs to accommodate single occupation (13m2) up to
compact family units (80m2). The units are designed to collapse for efficient transportation,
to exclude wasted air space, but to quickly erect to form pre-decorated units with integral
electrics and plumbing, allowing for immediate occupation.
To provide a decent standard of living in such circumstances, the need for quality design and
construction actually increases. The units employ innovative storage and space saving
innovations to inspire the rekindling of meaningful lives within reduced space limitations.
Student Accommodation
The same construction principles that make the disaster relief units possible can also be
applied to student accommodation units. Rapid construction and finishing is also a key
requirement, with construction access often determined by holiday breaks and brief campus
closures.
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