Ascension Islands Housing
Comprehensive Housing Replacement Strategy
PLP Labs collaborated with Light Earth Designs to produce a comprehensive housing replacement strategy for Ascension Island. The report provided a detailed plan to design, construct, and deliver environmentally sustainable and climate-resilient homes on Ascension Island. As part of the research, the team reviewed existing housing performance, infrastructure, logistics, and alternate site options on the island. Key strategic outcomes included defining design and performance requirements, engaging with UK manufacturers to test materials and costs, and developing a phased logistics plan for transport and installation. The report recommendations provided low carbon and durable construction solutions, procurement model, and maintenance strategies. The final deliverable proposed design, project programme, budget, and risk assessment to guide decision-making and enable successful project delivery.
- Assess the current and future housing needs of Ascension Island with regards to its particular political, climate, and historical context
- Explored detailed design requirements prioritizing environmental sustainability and climate resilience, considering 2050 climate projections
- Investigated material suitability, production schedules, cost parameters, and logistics for manufacturing, transporting, and installing homes in Ascension Island’s unique climate conditions
- Documented and evaluated the performance and maintenance history of existing homes, assess infrastructure and logistical requirements of Ascension Island, as well as confirmed the types and quantities of homes required
- Published a strategic report that details the delivery of environmentally sustainable and climate-resilient homes, setting a benchmark for sustainable construction in remote locations
- Outlined an innovative supply chain and logistics solutions tailored to Ascension Island’s conditions, ensuring efficient production, transport, and installation of high-performance housing