Kujiale Container House Design

When designing container houses in Kujiale, special attention should be paid to the addition of stairs and space adaptation for the second-floor design, which can be efficiently accomplished using the platform's model library and customization features.

Core Differences Between Second-Floor and First-Floor Design

The design of the second floor is similar to that of the first floor in that both require the construction of the main container structure. However, additional consideration must be given to vertical traffic. The main difference is that the second floor must include a ladder or stairs to facilitate movement between floors. If designed as living space, the stairs should meet ergonomic standards, with a recommended slope between 30° and 45°, a step height not exceeding 18 cm, and a width of at least 25 cm. The stair location should be integrated with the house's functional layout to avoid occupying primary activity spaces, while ensuring sufficient headroom (recommended ≥ 2.2 m).

Methods for Stair Design Implementation

Kujiale offers two approaches to stair design:

1. Model Library Access: The platform includes a built-in stair model library with various types such as straight stairs, spiral stairs, and foldable stairs, which can be directly dragged into the scene and adjusted in size. For example, an L-shaped foldable stair can save horizontal space and is suitable for narrow container houses, while a spiral stair is ideal for central layouts but requires a reserved rotation radius (usually ≥ 1.2 m).
2. Custom Drawing: Using the 'Architectural Components - Stairs' tool, stairs can be manually drawn with precise control over the number of steps, height, and handrail style. Ensure alignment between the stairs and the floors above and below to prevent height differences that could obstruct movement.

Application of Space Adaptation and Whole-House Customization Features

Kujiale supports whole-house customization design, allowing optimization for the unique structure of container houses:

• Modular Combination: Containers can be divided into independent modules (e.g., bedrooms, bathrooms), with automatic size adjustments via the 'Space Adaptation' feature to ensure coordination with stair locations.
• Product Model Matching: The platform offers a vast library of real product models (e.g., doors, windows, furniture) that can be directly applied to container house designs. For instance, selecting narrow-frame doors and windows can enhance space utilization, while custom foldable furniture can adapt to the elongated shape of containers.
• Material and Color Consistency: Use the 'Material Editor' to unify the interior and exterior wall materials of containers (e.g., rot-resistant wood, metal panels) and adjust color schemes to enhance the overall design aesthetic.

Design Considerations

1. Structural Safety: The second floor must account for load-bearing issues. It is recommended to use reinforced containers or add crossbeams for support to prevent structural deformation due to the weight of stairs.
2. Ventilation and Lighting: Install skylights or side windows at stair locations to improve air circulation and natural lighting on the second floor.
3. Compliance with Regulations: Stair designs must adhere to local building codes (e.g., handrail height ≥ 90 cm) to ensure safety.

Data Reference: 'Residential Design Code' GB 50096-2011
Kujiale Official Tutorial 'Multistory Building Design Guide'
Kujiale Feature Introduction 'Whole-House Customization and Space Adaptation'