Modular Drop Pod Introduces Compact Architecture in Indonesia

by Stefan Gheorghe

The Drop Pod, by Inspiral Architecture and Design Studios, explores modular housing through a compact prefabricated structure. Built in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, in 2025, the project tests how small-scale design can adapt to different sites and needs.

Micro drop pod housing

Micro drop pod housing front

Micro drop pod housing interior

Micro drop pod housing decor

Micro drop pod housing loft bed

Its Lombok version uses a mezzanine layout, doubling usable space within a minimal footprint. The pod is raised 60 cm on a riverstone foundation, a simple intervention that addresses flooding risks and uneven terrain while grounding the lightweight structure.

Micro drop pod housing loft bed curved ceiling

Micro drop pod housing loft bed bath

Designed as an expandable system, the Drop Pod can stand alone, connect as extensions, or scale into housing clusters. Its modular framework highlights efficiency, resilience, and adaptability as key tools in contemporary residential architecture.

Micro drop pod housing front patio