Steel frame e construção modular off-site: proposta de projeto de residência unifamiliar

Abstract

The population growth in recent decades has led to the expansion of many urban centers and the emergence of new construction methods. Accelerated urbanization has increased the urban population, but housing production has not kept pace with this demand. Constructionpathologies, caused by a lack of training, underscore the need for new techniques. Conventional construction methods are characterized by high costs and low efficiency, highlighting the importance of industrialized systems. Prefabricated components, such as slabs and panels, promote more economical and sustainable construction. This study focuses on three-dimensional modular construction for single-family residences using the Light Steel Frame (LSF) system. The objective is to study the off-site modular system within the context of steel frame construction, including a literature review and analysis of modular production processes. The justification lies in the importance of the construction industry for economic and social development, as well as the need to reduce waste and improve quality. The adopted methodology is descriptive research with a qualitative approach, based on a literature review and analysis of practical cases, culminating in the creation of an off-site modular residence model. The study reveals that modular construction offers high quality, fast execution, budget precision, and minimal waste generation, making it a promising solution for the construction industry in Brazil.