
YVM DESIGN
​Sustainable Design​​ | Community Planning | Project & Construction Management
ACROSS THE BOARD SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS




Off the Grid Container Studio
2011-2012
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A 8’x20’ shipping container is converted into a getaway retreat for one (or two).
Compact well organized 160sf packed with program and stacking functions. Maximum efficiency with a small footprint. Comfortable and surprisingly spacious for its size.
Perfectly integrated into its tropical environment with an outside shower. AY small exterior deck extends the living space bonding with Nature.
A small solar system powers the LED lights and an energy-efficient refrigerator.
A simple water catchment is used for a small vegetable garden.




Know how... Kwow
2013
​3 shipping containers form a functional yet elegant open space layout and a surprising retreat master suite with its own private deck and outside paradise jungle shower.



Solar Shed & Ag Storage, Kauai
2011, CanDo-Hawaii
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One container and shed structure for a solar system and a spacious tool storage underneath.
Perfectly integrated recessed into grade for a small building scale.


Solar Shed & Ag Storage, Kauai
2011, CanDo-Hawaii
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Two containers develop a compact, small footprint for a Solar Shed, ag storage, guest room and multi-functional open space for social gatherings.



Container Studio
2011, 2012
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A small affordable container conversion into a self-sufficient studio for a single person. Built




Container Residence, Oahu
2010​​
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Project: Sitting on a steep site, four 40’ containers make a small private residence for two, cantilevering out to the magnificent views of the North Shore of Oahu.
Responsibilities: Architect Project manager, designing in close collaboration with the principal architect. 3dmodels and cad work.
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​This is a De Jesus Architecture & Design project.
For more information visit www.dejesusarchitecture. com




Temporary living pods
201​1
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Concept diagrams developed for the particular need of temporary farm workers on AG land on Kauai and Hawaii. Temporary, small, off-the-grid and portable structures are a fundamental
requirement.




Design a Shelter Competition
2009​​
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Design a Shelter - Guggenheim ideas competition 2009.
Project requirements: A 100sf max shelter for Sleep and Study, with no utilities.
Entry specs: a 8x10 ISO container, with a retractable bunk and desk and multi-functional stool/chair. Color pallets assure perfect integration in any context, from Urban Plaza to Wild Nature.