Price: $9,975+ depending on size & options
Sq. Ft: 144-1,500+
Bedrooms: 1 per unit
Width: 12 ft. per unit
Length: 9-12 ft. depending on module type
Assembly time: 3-4 days for 2 people, per unit
Options: Windows, doors, larger wall studs & rafters to allow for additional insulation
UNIT ONE CABINS & HOUSES: Designing & Ordering «back
Talk with your local building or zoning officials to see whether you can build a house where you want it. Ask if there are unusual local conditions such as high snow, wind or seismic loads. Try to determine what, if any, technical information or drawings they will require. In some cases, a printed copy of the Unit One Specifications page will be sufficient. Frequently, floorplans and elevation drawings will be required. Shelter-Kit can provide these once your design has been finalized.
Designing a Unit One ® can be easy. By combining standard components, many different sizes and shapes can be created to meet
almost any need. The drawings on this page illustrate the Unit One components and how they can be combined. We encourage you to contact us at any time, to help with your design process.
Unit One Modular Components
Standard modules can be combined to create an almost infinite number of shapes and sizes. The chart below lists the name each module and its overall size. The schematic drawings and models illustrate the size and shape of each module and their relashonship to each other.
| Unit One | UO | 12' x 12' |  |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porch | P | 9' x 12' | |
| Enclosed Porch | EP | 9' x 12' | |
| Deck | D | 9' x 12' | |
Combining Unit One Modules—What You Can and Can't Do
Standard modules can be combined to create an almost infinite number of shapes and sizes, either as single building projects or over several years. The schematics drawings below show how the modules can and can't be combined.
Typical layout of Unit One modules, note that the module sides and corners are aligned.
Some things you can't do with Unit One modules. Note misalignment of corners and roof slope.
Despite the versatility of the Unit One design, there are some limits. The basic frame components of posts, headers, rafters and joists cannot be eliminated, moved, cut or modified in any way. This occasionally means moving a door or window to accommodate the frame. Note also the 12" step down from a Unit One to any rear Deck, Porch or Enclosed Porch. There are some limits on the number and size of door and window openings; these limits can be addressed as your floorplan is refined. The basic components and their dimensions and specifications are described in Unit One Specifications. Refer to Unit One Floorplans and Gallery for examples of what others have done. Note the space allowed for hallways, doors, windows, appliances, fixtures, and the thickness of walls and interior partitions.
Start by making a list of the things you need or want in your house. Describe how the house will be used. Do you plan to enlarge the house at a later date? Does your site have a view that you would like to see from the house? Spend some time working on the list and include
all the ideas that you can. Again, please feel free to contact us at any time with your questions and ideas.
Ordering Your Unit One
- The drawings Unit One/Deck/Porch and Two Unit Ones/Decks/Porches show Unit Ones with Decks or Porches on the front and rear. You may find these helpful in planning your Unit One Combination. Note that because of the way the modules are joined and the duplication of some items in the kits, it may be difficult for you to accurately estimate the cost of your kit. In fact, the price of a Unit ONe Combination is usually less than the sum of the prices for the individual modules. We are glad to give you prices on any module combination.
- If you have laid out your preliminary floorplan, please send
a copy to us. We will check it to be sure it meets our design parameters
and quote a price for the kit, with and without doors and windows. If required, a drawing package consisting of three
sets of floorplans, elevations, sections and specifications can be ordered
at this time. The drawing package costs $575. This is refundable
if you place an order within six months.
Our contact information is:
Shelter-Kit
22 Mill Street
Tilton, NH 03276
E: shelterkit@gmail.com
T: (603) 286-7611
F: (603) 286-2839
- Once you have decided you want to purchase a kit from us, print and complete an Order Form/Purchase Agreement (HTML or PDF file) and send it to us with the 5% retainer. We will knowledge receipt of your Order and Retainer by return mail. Your Unit One order will be placed in our production schedule, with a delivery date that meets your requirements, and a Construction Manual will be sent to you. If you are unable to view or print the Order Form/Purchase Agreement or if you have any questions call, write, email or fax us.