Architectural Excellence

After a rogue wave destroyed habitable space on Roi Namur, the U.S. Army urgently needed a 96′ x 56′ dormitory featuring five rooms, a laundry room, and a bathroom with shower stalls. IteraSpace responded with 28 disassembled 8’ x 24’ OptiMax steel moment frame modules, forming a layout with four corridor modules and rooms on either side for efficient movement.

Designed for a harsh tropical marine environment, the non-combustible OptiMax units were coated with marine-grade paint and built to withstand 160 mph winds. With only 16-inch foundation depths possible, our team engineered a lightweight yet sturdy structure. The modules, pre-finished with roofs, floors, and panelized walls, were air-freighted via a chartered Boeing 747F to Guam, then to Roi Namur, ensuring delivery and assembly within an astonishing 30 days.

Technical Innovation & Sustainability

The OptiMax modules were custom-designed for air transport and rapid on-site assembly with minimal equipment. Featuring forklift pockets and lifting points, the steel structure was assembled using bolted columns, pre-finished floors, and sealed roofs with rubber gaskets for water-tight integrity. Hurricane-proof laminated glass windows and external rolling shutters added durability and functionality.

Sustainability is at the core of this project. Constructed from 100% recyclable materials, including rock wool insulation, the Type 2B non-combustible building offers a 50+ year lifespan. Its temporary design allows for future disassembly and relocation, minimizing waste and supporting long-term environmental goals in a remote location.

Cost Effectiveness

IteraSpace’s OptiMax system optimized cost efficiency despite the project’s remote location and tight timeline. Traditional volumetric modules couldn’t be air-freighted, so we prefabricated components—tightly packed onto skids—and shipped them from our factory to Liege, Belgium, then to Guam in just 2 days, compared to 47 days for ocean freight. This $1,144,000 project (including air freight) was completed in 30 days, with modular construction costs at $581,000.

Mass-produced steel frames and wall panels kept expenses low while retaining flexibility for future layout changes at no extra cost. The result? A high-quality, resilient dormitory delivered on budget and ahead of schedule.

Green Building

Built primarily from recycled steel, the OptiMax modules are fully recyclable, aligning with green building standards. With a lifespan exceeding 50 years and minimal maintenance needs, replacement is unnecessary. Insulation in floors, roofs, and replaceable non-load-bearing wall panels exceeds energy codes, while efficient mini-split HVAC units and a heat-exchanging ventilation system reduce power consumption. Future energy upgrades are possible by swapping wall panels, ensuring adaptability.

Why Choose IteraSpace?

This Roi Namur dormitory, completed on August 25, 2024, after just 10 factory days and 25 installation days, demonstrates why IteraSpace leads in modular building design. With zero change orders, zero safety incidents, and a 100% modular structure, we delivered a rapid, resilient solution for a remote, hurricane-prone island. From design (15 days using Revit, AutoCAD, and Risa) to assembly, our process ensures speed, quality, and sustainability.

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