Design Specifications for Prefabricated House Homestays
Currently, no specific regulations directly targeting the design of prefabricated house homestays have been found, but homestay design should adhere to the following general regulations and principles:
I. Compliance Requirements
It is essential to strictly align with national and local homestay management regulations, integrating requirements for fire safety, public security, hygiene, and environmental protection throughout the design process. For example, in homestays renovated from old wooden structures, exposed wooden components must be coated with fire-retardant paint to meet the difficult-to-burn standard, with clear evacuation passage widths of no less than 1.1 meters, and enclosed staircases required for buildings of three stories or more. Fire equipment must be configured in accordance with regulations. If a single building has no more than 14 guest rooms and an area of no more than 800 square meters, a simplified template can be referenced; otherwise, additional content from hotel architectural design regulations should be supplemented. The principle of compliance precedence requires that design should not sacrifice safety for visual appeal.
II. Site Selection and Overall Positioning
Site selection should balance natural environment and pedestrian flow, prioritizing plots with ample sunlight, good ventilation, high-quality landscapes, and远离 (away from) pollution sources. The building should harmonize with the terrain and topography, minimizing earthwork disturbance. Overall positioning should clearly define the target guest group (e.g., nature experiences, family vacations, or business short stays) and plan space capacity and functional zoning accordingly. Zones should be relatively independent, such as separating guest room areas from dining areas, while ensuring fire safety continuity and privacy protection.
III. Spatial Layout and Circulation
Spatial layout should prioritize safety, convenience, and comfort, forming clear reception and self-service circulation paths. The guest entrance should have a foyer to avoid direct connection with the kitchen or staff areas; guest room corridors should be independent of public areas to reduce noise interference. Functional areas should be concentrated, such as creating a continuous path from the foyer to the dining area and lounge; the kitchen and serving areas should be separated with independent exhaust ducts. Barrier-free passages and elevators should run through main areas, with emergency exits kept unobstructed at the shortest possible distance, and equipment and cleaning rooms located away from living areas. Circulation design should align with fire zones to ensure efficient emergency evacuation.
IV. Guest Room and Public Space Design
Guest rooms should cover types such as standard rooms, family rooms, and barrier-free rooms, with reasonable areas, equipped with independent bathrooms, good natural lighting, and ventilation systems. Furniture materials should be durable, easy to clean, moisture-resistant, and mold-resistant, with low thresholds and rounded corners to accommodate wheelchair turning. Public spaces (e.g., dining areas, terraces) should incorporate regional culture and natural elements in their design, with lighting supporting both natural and artificial light switching, and curtains balancing privacy and views. For special groups such as children and the elderly, user-friendly designs like adjustable-height facilities should be provided.
V. Core Design Principles
- Principle of Local Adaptation: Respect regional architectural textures and cultural traditions, avoiding the blind adoption of internet-famous styles.
- Principle of Guest Group Adaptation: Adjust spatial configurations around the needs of core guest groups, such as adding parent-child activity areas for family vacation projects.
- Principle of Sustainable Operation: Consider operational and maintenance costs, facility depreciation, and adjustment space during the design phase to reduce later renovation investments.
