SAM modules have no fixed design, which makes them unique. SAM is a composable system with as many as 35 flexible closet modules in which the utilities (kitchen, bathroom, heating, ventilation, water, electricity, and furniture) are also all integrated. SAM thus allows for a complete decoupling between the structure of a building and its utilities, which is very advantageous for building reconfiguration and recycling at the end of its life span.
Architects can use Smart Adaptable Modules (SAM) to design a huge palette of homes and spaces: student rooms, studios, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments to entire modular homes and offices. Bao Living thus finally offers builders and architects the opportunity to implement prefabricated techniques in their construction projects on a large scale, in a flexible, qualitative and ecological way.
SAM offers excellent flexibility thanks to its modular system of 35 customizable closet modules, which integrate all utilities such as kitchen, bathroom, heating, ventilation, water, electricity and furniture. This allows SAM to easily adapt to various project layouts and existing buildings without the need for major changes to the building plans.
Although SAM can adapt well to various designs, it is ideal to involve the system as early as possible in the design process. This ensures that the benefits of SAM can be maximized and that the system fits seamlessly into the project.
In terms of creativity, SAM offers plenty of room for innovation. Architects can configure the Smart Adaptable Modules (SAM) themselves in SketchUp, experimenting endlessly with different layouts and finishes. Our extensive SAM catalog contains hundreds of finishing options, giving designers the freedom to create unique and customized solutions.
For the generation of domestic hot water, we prefer to use collective generation for multiple units, based on our mission of sustainability. This means that there is a central facility for supplying hot water to all residential units. This approach is more efficient and sustainable. However, if an electric water heater per residential unit is desired, we can also offer this.
SAM consists largely of custom-made joinery, produced in a controlled environment. This means that we can produce the modules, including utilities, in the best possible conditions without sacrificing quality.
On traditional construction sites, installation takes place in much less perfect conditions. In traditional construction, builders take into account a margin of error of as much as 10% percent. Using SAM drastically reduces that percentage.
The sanitary drain lines should be carried through to the shaft. We then provide further finishing up to the final drain points.The sanitary supply pipes should be inserted through the shaft with an over length of about 2 meters.
The integration of lights, wires, and outlets into SAM modules depends on the type of SAM and the home in which it is installed. For smaller living areas, such as city apartments and student rooms, we can have all lighting and outlets start from the module itself. For larger living areas, we will also need to provide outlets elsewhere in the room. We offer several solutions to make this as minimally invasive as possible, such as installing wireless switches.
Once we receive the final design, which can be provided by the builders, the architect, or in collaboration with Bao Living's design team, the average production time is 13 weeks. The earlier we are involved in the construction process, the better. Learn more on our pricing page.
Installation per unit takes only 3 to 5 days on average. This is significantly faster and more consistent than traditional construction methods, where we are not dependent on weather conditions or other external factors.
The cost of SAM varies based on several factors, such as the size of the SAM, the run of the order, the devices chosen, and the desired level of finish.
Although the price of SAM is competitive with traditional construction methods, SAM offers significant advantages in terms of execution time, level of finish, and space savings. This typically makes SAM much more economical than conventional construction methods. For more detailed pricing information, please visit the pricing page of our website.
Regarding the placement of the SAM in relation to the floor finish, this can be done either before or after. If a tile floor is being laid, we recommend laying it before the SAM is installed. This is more efficient and convenient for all parties. If using a vinyl floor finish, we recommend not installing it until after the SAM is installed, as vinyl flooring tends to set after the SAM is installed.
Please note that floor finishes are not within our scope of work.
The buy-back price we guarantee is applicable for materials delivered back in the correct manner. The customer is responsible for cleaning the repurchased materials prior to delivery to the Bao Living storage facility.
Residual value items:
- steel - no contact - TECE: 50% of the contract price
- steel - well contact - shower tray: 25% of the contract price
- brass - faucets: 50% of the contract price
- KS - exposed - walls, shower screen, piping: 20% of the contract price
- KS - not exposed - leg set: 20% of the contract price
- porcelain - appliances sanitary porcelain: 25% of the contract price
- chipboard - furniture: 10% of the contract price
Conditions:
- Materials must be free of residue of fasteners or the like.
- The materials should be cleaned and in clean condition.
- The materials should be undamaged. Defects will be reviewed upon delivery to Bao Living and the residual value adjusted accordingly if necessary.
- Packing materials may be used for transportation, but their removal and return are within the customer's responsibilities.
The guaranteed take-back price applies to materials returned correctly. The customer is responsible for cleaning the materials prior to delivery to our storage facility.
Residual Value:
When returned after first use, we assure a residual value of a minimum of 10% of the purchase price.
Conditions:
- The materials must be free of residual fasteners or the like.
- The materials must be cleaned and in pristine condition.
- The materials must be undamaged. Defects will be reviewed upon delivery to Bao Living and the residual value adjusted accordingly if necessary.
- Packing materials may be used for transportation, but their removal and return are within the responsibilities of the customer.
The larger the building and the more units of the same type are produced, the faster we can manufacture and install them. This results in faster completions, lower production costs and less follow-up.
SAM provides an answer to urbanization and the challenge of dealing efficiently with smaller living spaces without compromising quality of life. Indeed, SAM adds value to these spaces. The system is suitable for a variety of applications, including apartments, renovations, new construction, wood construction and stone construction.
SAM is particularly effective in smaller living spaces such as urban apartments, care homes, student apartments and office spaces being converted into residential projects. In this context, SAM can create up to 24% more livable area. In addition, SAM also offers benefits for offices and modular homes.
Centralized utilities: By concentrating all utilities in one central location, SAM reduces the materials, pipes and cabling required. This allows for more efficient use of resources and less waste.
Sustainable use of wood: The wood used for the SAM modules is FSC-certified, meaning it comes from sustainably managed forests or is recycled. In partnership with GoForest we plant two trees back for every tree felled. You can find more information on our environmental impact page.
Maximum recyclability: By producing the modules in one workshop, all materials can be optimally recycled, minimizing waste.
Avoiding waste: The traditional way of installing pipes, which involves grinding into the structure of a building, is replaced by SAM. This saves hundreds of pounds of waste per home.
End-of-life-cycle: At the end of the life cycle, the installed techniques can be easily recovered, reused, replaced or recycled.
We offer several finishing options for our cabinet modules and bathroom walls. As with all custom cabinetry, the possibilities are endless and will depend largely on the space available and your budget.
The basic SAM is a full-featured installation with all necessary amenities. For those with a larger budget, more exclusive materials and combinations are available. More details can be found in our SAM catalog.
In the bathroom, the walls formed by our SAM cabinets are finished with HPL panels of the same quality as the cabinet fronts. The color of these is freely selectable. Our showers are constructed from a waterproof Kerdi sheet, on which our shower wall panels are placed. Here you can choose between a PVC wall panel or Resopal.
In addition, we offer a circular option: a shower panel made from recycled material. More information on this can be found on page 65 of our catalog. Visible walls of the shell of the bathroom are not finished by us; we recommend finishing these walls prior to installation.
We offer inspection and flow measurement as optional services, as it may be more economical to perform them along with other building inspections.
Depending on the amount of technology to be eliminated (such as ventilation C or D, electric water heater, etc.), 1 or 2 cabinets in the unit will be used for this purpose. The cabinets closest to the technical shaft will be used for this purpose. This way we can always create a nice amount of extra living space.