This 140 square foot micro-apartment is a prototype for student housing

February 25, 2016

This mini-suite is a prototype for student housing

 

The University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada, has created a prototype for student housing, as a solution to making housing more affordable for students.

The Nano Studio, a 140 square foot micro-apartment, includes a kitchen, bathroom, and sleep/study space.

This mini-suite is a prototype for student housing


The bed folds up and gives you access to a work desk.

This mini-suite is a prototype for student housing


The large work desk is perfect for studying.

This mini-suite is a prototype for student housing


In the kitchen area, there is a small sink, a cooktop and a small bar fridge.

This mini-suite is a prototype for student housing


The bathroom is compact, but has everything you need.

This mini-suite is a prototype for student housing


Here are the floor plans of the space.

This mini-suite is a prototype for student housing


This mini-suite is a prototype for student housing

Watch the video below to have a virtual tour of the space