HIGH END ARCHITECTURE MADE SIMPLE MIMA HOUSING

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF MIMA HOUSING COMPARED TO OTHER TRADITIONAL CONSTRUCTION SYSTEMS? 1 THE POSSIBILITY OF ACQUIRING AN INTERNATIONALLY AWARDED ARCHITECTURE HOUSE PROJECT THROUGH A QUICK AND SIMPLE PROCESS; 2 MONITORING BY THE MIMA ARCHITECTS TEAM THROUGHOUT THE PROCESS BY WEEKLY WRITTEN AND PHOTOGRAPHIC CONSTRUCTION REPORTS; 3 A TURNKEY PROJECT: TOTAL PEACE OF MIND DURING AND AFTER THE WHOLE PROCESS, AND GUARANTEE OF A BUDGET THAT DOESN T SUFFER UNEXPECTED EXTRA COSTS OVERCOMING TRADITIONAL HOUSE CONSTRUCTIONS; 4 ARCHITECTURE AND SPECIALTIES PROJECTS, TRANSPORTATION, ASSEMBLY AND FIXED FURNITURE INCLUDED IN THE BUDGET; 5 INDISPUTABLE QUALITY AND NOBILITY OF ALL MATERIALS AND FINISHES, CAREFULLY SELECTED AND STUDIED BY MIMAHOUSING ARCHITECTURE TEAM; 6 EQUIVALENT HOUSE DURABILITY COMPARED TO TRADITIONAL CONSTRUCTION, BUT WITH EASE OF FUTURE INTERVENTIONS AND COMPONENT REPLACEMENT (MORE VERSATILE AND RENEWABLE); 7 THERMAL, ACOUSTIC AND VISUAL COMFORT SUBSTANTIALLY HIGHER THAN TRADITIONAL HOUSE CONSTRUCTION AND WITH MINOR ECOLOGICAL IMPACT; 8 A SYSTEM THAT PROVIDES A CONSTRUCTIVE AND SEISMIC RESISTANCE TO FIRE HIGHER THAN TRADITIONAL CONSTRUCTION; 9 5 YEAR WARRANTY ON CONSTRUCTION AND POSSIBILITY OF DEFINITION OF MAINTENANCE PLAN SUBSEQUENT TO THIS PERIOD; 10 PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION OF THE HOUSE AND POSSIBILITY OF INTERNATIONAL PUBLICATION - A WAY OF SUBSTANTIALLY ENHANCING YOUR INVESTMENT.

MIMA HOUSE

MIMA House is the new concept of modular housing of excellence, fully designed and manufactured in Portugal. Inspired by the timeless construction and unique comfort of traditional Japanese houses, MIMA House presents the ideal solution for those looking to acquire quality construction by architecture author, through a fast and simple process. After several years of research, MIMA House states that the market demands fast product design, efficient assembly, top construction quality and noble materials. More than a home, MIMA House is emerging as a new lifestyle. CONFIGURATION The base module of MIMA House has a square plan, with pillars at the corners and four free facades that leverage the largest number of openings. The structural MIMA system has been designed so that the inside plan is open, allowing a unique flexibility and a high possibility of customization. With 40,96m 2 of inside floor area, the entire space is organized by a metric of 1,50 m which defines the size of the openings and the configuration of the interior rooms, ensuring a careful and harmonious space proportion. This base - module can be repeated as often as required, and both size and the spatial organization of the house are possible to be adapted according to customers ambitions. The language of MIMA House is assumedly minimalist, simple, with delicate lines and with extreme attention given to the design of spaces, finishes and construction details.

FINISHES MIMA House components - walls, floor and ceiling - are built according to an exclusive structural system that provides excellent resistance and good thermal and acoustic insulation. Standard construction methods and finishes can be customized in multiple parameters within a range of plywood, natural wood, plasterboard panels, natural stone, ceramic or other. PVC membrane Sandwich panel with XPS and mineral wool Composite with high density plaster and resins applied on tensile mesh and painted white Plywood painted white Tempered glass Wood frame Pine laminated floor Pine laminated timber beams REFERENCE ARCHITECTURE ADAPTABLE TO ALL SITES EXTENDED LONGEVITY GUARANTEED CUSTOMIZABLE PRICE Since 2011 that MIMA House has Thorough investigations resulted in All MIMA materials and components You can choose for an open space been an indisputable reference in the a solid and innovative construction are selected according to their building or an equipped house. If panorama of international architecture methodology that allows us to easily high technical quality, strength and you choose an equipped house, this and has been recognized with multiple design the best solution, adapted durability while meeting the aesthetic includes interior walls, doors, lighting, awards and distinctions. MIMA to different locations and climatic aspect. The durability of MIMA houses closets, bathrooms, cylinder and House so inaugurates the concept conditions in a short time. MIMA is equivalent or higher than traditional kitchen cabinet. The budget varies of democratization of a work of Housing process involves a flexible construction, but allows greater ease depending on the components and architecture author, made available to system, whose components are selected of future interventions and a quick finishes of the MIMA House you the form of product and by a playful, according to the specifications of replacement of components (more choose. However, this choice may be fast, simple and efficient process. the location and weather conditions, versatile, renewable). adjusted to the budget available for preparing it for all kinds of energy construction. certification.

MIMA ESSENTIAL

CONCEPT Based on the concept of the recognized MIMA House, a new product rises revealing the maximum beauty of habitat in a minimalist and simplifying gesture. MIMA ESSENTIAL is the depuration paradigm, emphasizing the beauty of the elementary components of its structure. Originally designed for personal use by the famous designer Philippe Starck, and designed in collaboration with him, is now available for the enjoyment and comfort of all.

FINISHES In its genesis, MIMA Essential states and boasts a unique and undisputed aesthetic along with the functional qualities of wood components. Respecting the original construction system of MIMA houses, it offers a range of finishing solutions that define different types of indoor environments. PVC membrane Sandwich panel with XPS and mineral wool Tempered glass Wood frame White lacquered pine laminated floor Pine laminated timber beams ALTERNATE CONFIGURATIONS T1 T2 T2 Total area: 72,66m2 Total area: 121,10m2 Total area: 94,93m2 T3 T4 T4 Total area: 119,16m2 Total area: 141,43m2 Total area: 186,05m2

PROCESS MIMA House is built and assembled by Portilame, an industry with over three decades of experience and hundreds of projects realized from rehabilitation, structures and new constructions. From the technicians to administrative people, from the production to assembly, they have specialized teams, supported by advanced computerized technology, sustaining a design and customized production with the highest quality. MIMA Housing powered by Portilame.

FACTORY ASSEMBLY 5 weeks MIMA Housing uses modular construction methods, the secret for its fast production. This methodology allows us to quickly assemble the house indoors so we can test all the components and ensure that everything corresponds to our high standard planning. After this process, the house is ready to be assembled on site within a short time. SITE ASSEMBLY 4-6 weeks In parallel with the construction and testing of the house at the factory, the site will be prepared for final assembly. MIMA HOUSING works with local teams to ensure the quality of construction. Thanks to our foundation system, this process is much faster than any traditional building and everything is controlled by our experts. The MIMA project team will keep you informed of all progress with weekly written and photographic reports so you can monitor the entire process, even if you are abroad. PROCESS 22 weeks CONCEPT 4 weeks The concept phase begins with your idea of a dream house which led you to try our 3D MIMA software and to contact us. Through a meeting with our architecture team, we can provide you with all the important information and guide you through the steps that will follow. The base drawings and costs of your MIMA will be provided by the end of this phase, and, after your approval, we ll be the ready to move forward to the permitting phase. PERMITTING 4-6 weeks MIMA Housing architects prepare and submit the permitting package for approval, which includes architecture and engineering drawings. Our houses are compliant with all legal procedures, so this phase could be a mere formality and cause no delay in the whole process. Every city and local administration can be different when it comes to regulations and hence approval times aren t easy to estimate.during this phase it is initiated the preparation of the construction with the production team, to ensure the speed of the process after obtaining the license.

MIMA PROCESS ACQUISITION

A MIMAHOUSING BUDGET PROVIDES MORE THAN SIMPLE CONSTRUCTION ARCHITECTURE AND SPECIALTIES 5% 85% CONSTRUCTION FIXED FURNITURE (CABINETS, KITCHEN, TOILETS), TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS 10% MIMAHOUSING: A PROCESS IN FOUR SIMPLE STEPS PHASED PAYMENT IN FOUR STEPS AFTER A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION WHICH INCLUDES A PRELIMINARY STUDY AND COST ESTIMATE, THE FOUR PHASES OF THE MIMA PROCESS CAN BEGIN: AFTER A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION WHICH INCLUDES A PRELIMINARY STUDY AND COST ESTIMATE, THE FOUR PHASES OF THE MIMA PROCESS CAN BEGIN: 1. 2. 3. 4. 1% * 4% * 40% * 40% + 15% * CONCEPTUAL DESIGN STUDY PERMITTING ARCHITECTURE & SPECIALTIES ASSIGNMENT & START OF CONSTRUCTION IN FACTORY ON-SITE ASSEMBLY AND DELIVERY CONCEPTUAL DESIGN STUDY PERMITTING ARCHITECTURE & SPECIALTIES ASSIGNMENT & START OF CONSTRUCTION IN FACTORY ON-SITE ASSEMBLY AND DELIVERY The client and the architect define and finalize details of spatial organization and finishes, using technical drawings and 3D realistic views. This phase culminates with the delivery of a digital document that includes: 2 outdoor images, 2 indoors images, plans, sections and elevations to a scale of 1/100 and a budget for the intended construction. A legal pre-analysis is performed. Project preparation for approval at its City Council, in the form of writings and drawings. Concurrently, the process of Measurements and Final Budget, with all quantities of materials, types of work and form of implementation occurs, so as to assess the actual cost of works. The Tender Documents are generated, providing the written document that specifies all general and special technical conditions of construction and binds MIMAHOUSING to the other conditions of work. After approval of the architecture design project, the specialties projects are delivered. Signing of the construction contract and start of construction at the factory. To speed up the process, the construction site work could begin during the time of architectural project design, when the client and the architect have already set the basis of MIMA structure. The customer will receive reports and photographs with the evolution of the work, so that they can closely monitor the entire process. During this phase, the client may require additional equipment (home appliances, shutters, etc.). These changes will be considered an extra cost and are subject to an additional contract. Construction begins on the site once all components are produced and verified in the factory. Once the the work and finishes are completed, a checking tour of the building is made by a MIMAHOUSING representative and the customer. After the last payment, the house is officially delivered to the customer, which enables the period of guarantee. *From the type value set at table. * From the amount of the total budget of the project determined during the elaboration of conceptual design study. This amount is paid at the beginning of the architectural design and specialties development. NOTES - Payment phases can be adapted if required by the customer. - The first two phases do not bind the client to the construction of the house. *From the amount of the total budget of the work, determined and contracted during the licensing. The payment of 40% of the total is made at the time of contract signature, and corresponding to the start of construction at the factory. *From the amount of the total budget of the work, determined and contracted during the licensing. The payment of 40% of the total is made at the time of the start of construction on site. The remaining amount will be paid upon delivery of the house after a technical verification by the customer and MIMAHOUSING team.

F.A.Q. WOOD BENEFITS Wood is a naturally perfect product. As a natural raw material wood is renewable, durable, versatile and cost-effective. It s very flexible and has a high strength to weight ratio. And, in the end, it is a perfectly and naturally beautiful material. There are several benefits that justify our choice of working with wood instead of other traditional materials and make it one of the most economic materials relative to its rapid implementation. Good environmental credentials (e.g., high carbon storage, and less greenhouse gas emissions); Ideal in a prefabricated system (fast, safe, precise); Good seismic, fire and acoustic performance; Easy to extract and transform; Completely reduces the amount of waste, using it to manufacture new components; Natural and renewable product; Fully recyclable; High longevity; Light material; Easy to transport; Allows for large span construction; Accommodates various connector details; Structurally very strong and solid; Easy and versatile connections to establish; Fast and efficient to build with; Thermal comfort, acoustic and visual; Natural insulator and regulates the climate inside home; Natural and exclusive beauty with high architectural value and sense of comfort. Therefore, MIMA houses are considered to be completely friendly with ecological footprint, sustainable and economic due to its full programmed costs. MIMA HOUSING CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATIONS INCLUDED Depending on the house size and typology, the construction period of a typical MIMA house in Three different foundation types can be used in a MIMA house, depending on the land The customization of the house project, designed by MIMA architects; factory is around 5 weeks. The average time for assembly on site is 4 to 6 weeks. characteristics. A wooden foundation structure is preferred when the land is protected and does Architectural design project and all specialties; not allow for a extensive interventions. Other popular versions are either a simple concrete base The house construction (with all the specifications described in the contract); or local concrete supports. A warranty of 5 years in case of construction issues; PRODUCT LIFE MIMA Housing ensures a 5 year guarantee period after completion. In addition, a MIMA house RESILIENCY AGAINST EARTHQUAKES (SEISMIC) MIMA HOUSING INSULATION All sewage and water installations, ready to be connected on site; Transportation in Portugal and on site assembly; is delivered with all fact sheets and guarantees for each component. Most of the materials we have chosen for MIMA House have a guarantee period of over 40 years. Electrical installation (outlets, plug-ins and downlights with eco leds); Amongst all structural materials, wood is certainly one of the most flexible building materials: it has one of the best strength/weight ratios when compared to others. MIMA s structural solution - light yet very resistant - (micro-laminated wood made by assembling thin sheets of Nordic Pine) House permit; NOT INCLUDED gives MIMA house excellent stability and great seismic behavior. The current project suits areas A MIMA House floor, walls and ceiling are cladded with high density plaster and resins applied with average seismic activity. However, for areas with extreme seismic influence, a thorough The site survey; on tensile mesh, a resistant composite which includes a thick layer of insulation - suitable for both review must be conducted by our engineers. Foundations; warm and cold climates. For sites with extreme climate conditions, we will reevaluate the building science with our team of engineers and modify the building envelope accordingly if necessary. FIRE RESISTANCE IN extremely warm areas, we normally recommend a more efficient glazing system with greater UV values. HEATING SYSTEM prefer. For environmental heating, we typically recommend a traditional air conditioning with Boiler; Solar pannels; makes it very resistant to high temperatures. It neither melts nor splits. Carbonized wood acts as VAT. a barrier that does not allow gases and heat to pass through, making it difficult for fire to spread ASSEMBLY TEAM a fan coil unit as a less expensive option. Radiant floor heating is offered as a slightly more expensive option. For water heating, we would recommend a generator or an electric boiler A MIMA unit is normally quite straight forward to assemble as the full system has been planned connected to solar panels. for easy construction. MIMA pieces are repetitive and can be assembled quickly. An assembly DRAINAGE Thermal control equipment; Contrary to common thought, wood is highly resistant to fire. The molecular structure of wood and allowing a longer evacuation time. There are several options for heating and we normally allow our clients to chose the one they Appliances; team of 3 people would be necessary for building the house within the estimated time. BUILDING PERMITS MIMA House has a double inclined roof, of 3% to each side. There is a rainwater down pipe at each corner that collects all the roof water and carries it down to the ground. The down pipes MIMA Housing projects have been developed to meet all legal requirements. The approval are completely embedded inside the large angular frame, and are therefore completely hidden. process guarantees certification at an European level. MIMA houses are delivered with a MIMA Essential has a down pipe system on the roof that quickly drains the water directly to the complete folder of drawings that may be necessary for licensing procedures (architecture and ground. engineering), which include fact sheets and guarantees of all components.

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