concept               video conference with tokyo detailed studies ‚vertiefer ss 02 the institute was approached in 2001 to look at the increasing problem for students to find affordable housing in munich. the program was started in collaboration with the tokyo institute of technology, where students studied the possibility of providing high-quality small-scale housing in a 2,55x2,55x2,55m cube. the intention   was to provide housing for students which form the enclosure for the four basic living functions eating, sleeping, working and hygiene. a futher aspect was to explore the modern form of lifestyle which has influenced society.   the i-home project reacts to changes of society. like a micro roller which is an in-between walking and cycling the i-home explores the gap between product and house. it can be easily transported and relocated and like a car be ‘parked’ in every minimal space.