WO2022081011A1

WO2022081011A1 - Modular system for a building

Info

Publication number: WO2022081011A1
Application number: PCT/NL2021/050623
Authority: WO
Inventors: Antonio SELVA
Original assignee: Selva Holding B.V.
Priority date: 2020-10-16
Filing date: 2021-10-15
Publication date: 2022-04-21
Also published as: NL2026694B1; EP4229248A1

Abstract

The present invention is in the field of a self-supporting modular system for a building, in particular structural elements thereof, a building comprising said modular system, such an office building, a utility building, and a house, and a kit of parts comprising at least one element of said modular building system.

Description

Modular system for a building

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is in the field of a system for building and in particular construction thereof. Building construction is may be divided into residential and non-residential. The system is dedicated for use in more complex or ambitious projects involving detailed planning, design, and construction.

Typically building involves providing a support for the building, as well as a support for floors, walls, and a roof. After a casco of the building is finished, typically the infrastructure is provided, such as electrical infrastructure, hot- and cold-water infrastructure, a heating system, and power supply. Also appliances may be installed, such as a kitchen, a bath room etc. Further decoration of the building may also be applied.

A disadvantage of the prior art type of building is that it is relatively slow, it involves multi stages and steps, and is therefore also relatively expensive.

Some documents recite modular buildings or panels thereof. WO 2016/084040 Al recites a building module for a wooden building. The building module comprises a wooden structural frame defining at least one internal cavity, a filling material filling at least partially said at least one internal cavity, a first protective panel a and a second protective panel b arranged on opposite sides of the structural frame for closing said at least one internal cavity, and fixing means for fixing each protective panel on a corresponding side of the structural frame, wherein each protective panel comprises an internal support sheet proximal to the structural frame, an external support sheet distal from the structural frame and a core based on magnesia binder enclosed between the internal support sheet i and the external support sheet, the internal support sheet and the external support sheet being embedded in the core. EP 3 168 379 Al recites insulating components for portable and easy assembly of installation by an individual builder while obtaining high-performance insulation. This kit includes beams delimiting the spans receiving the insulating boxes with airtightness. It also includes external structuring panels, insulating and rectangular, and comer posts, positioned and linked by penetration of vertical and horizontal tenons in mortises, with compression of seals, and interior panels with comer posts, positioned and linked laterally to one another by penetrating vertical tenons into mortises. The inner wall is positioned and maintained at a constant distance from the outer wall by stop fittings. The interior panels include reserves for the integration of fluidic and electrical networks equipped with connection means between panels and poles.

The present invention therefore relates to an improved building system, which solves one or more of the above problems and drawbacks of the prior art, providing reliable results, without jeopardizing functionality and advantages. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

It is an object of the invention to overcome one or more limitations of the devices of the prior art and to improve these. In a first aspect the present invention relates to a self-supporting modular system (10) for a building comprising a plurality of structural elements (1), the structural element comprising a supporting frame (2), at least one outer layer (3), preferably an anti-wear and fluid barrier outer layer (3), in particular when relatively humid/dry climatological conditions are present, enclosed by the supporting frame a thermal insulation (4), and at least one inner layer (5), wherein the at least one inner layer (5) comprises an anti-wear and fluid barrier inner layer (5), and at least one coupling element (11) for coupling two or more structural elements (1) at a side thereof, and optionally at least one side or comer element (21,31), such as an L-shaped comer element, comprising a supporting frame (22,32), at least one outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (23,33), enclosed by the supporting frame athermal insulation (24,34), and at least one inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (25,35), and wherein the respective supporting frame (2,22,32), the at least one outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (3,23,33), the thermal insulation (4,24,34), and at least one inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (5,25,35), are adhered to one and another. Typically the at least one outer layer and the at least one inner layer also form extensions. The extensions are typically such that they each individually cover half of the thickness of the coupling element.

The present modular system, also known as Nedpanel, is a modular building element for residential and non-residential construction in which all of the properties listed below have been built in. The modular system is considered to be very adaptive, e.g. to specific needs or requirements. For instance, stronger construction elements may be provided, such as for a door, or a window. The structural building element is self-supporting by an internal frame, it is applicable for an inside wall, an outside wall, a subfloor, a storey floor, and a roof. It provides thermal insulating, it is heat- resistant, fire retardant, vapour proof, waterproof, resistant to insects (termites), and sound-proof. For instance the structural elements may have a water vapour transmission of less than 1 ng/Pa*s*m² (ISO 2528). Sound is reduced to less than 60 dB, typically less than 30 dB. The modular elements are fire retardant (ISO 834; specifically :5 and : 6), e.g. up to 600 °C for ten minutes. It may be directly decorated. Further is may comprise to be integrated power lines and to be integrated hot and cold water pipes. As the present NedPanel obtains its strength from the frame element, the panel can be filled with various insulating materials. Standard polyurethane foam may be used. The panel can also be filled with Mineral- or natural wool, EPS foam, vegetable insulating materials, in short everything that is insulating. In the present coupling element a PVC pipe can be built in which electrical or possible water pipes can be installed vertically through the walls of the house. The present Nedpanel may relate to standard sizes, with minimal variations therein, such as of less than 1 mm, typically less than 0.2 mm. Thickness variations of Nedpanel may be tailored to standard SLS or CLS wood dimensions. These sizes determine the thickness of the wood element between the panels and also the thickness of the insulation layer between the panels. The standard thicknesses for the Nedpanel wood structure or insulation layer may for instance be 89mm, 140mm, 184mm, 195mm and 235mm; standard lengths of Nedpanel may for instance be 2400mm, 2700mm, 3000mm, 3600mm, 4800mm, 5400mm and 6000mm; standard widths from Nedpanel may for instance be 1200mm and 600mm. A cladding thickness and material for Nedpanel may for instance be cementitious cladding or Magnesium oxide (MgO) sheet in 12mm, 19mm, and 24mm thickness. For NedPanel comer elements standard dimensions may be for comer element 1 : outer dimensions 600mm x 600mm x 2700mm height, and for comer element 2: outer dimensions 600mm x 600mm x 3000mm height. The present Nedpanel is considered to be more than just a constmction element. It may be the basic component of a complete building system. The standard widths of the NedPanel elements not only create a building system where homes with a high insulation value can be built easily, quickly and with minimal material consumption, but also a design method for airframes. With this design method houses can easily be designed or configured without waste with the standard building elements. An example of an application of Nedpanel elements for housing construction is shown in the figures. The NedPanel, comprising a Smart connector, is multifunctional, e.g. in that a structural connection between panels, a water sealing of the panel joint, an air sealing of the panel joint, a fire retardant connection between the NedPanels, a penetration possibility for cabling and/or ductwork, a thermally insulating connection between NedPanels, or a combination thereof is provided. The applicant provides panels for simple single or double wall sockets, indoor and/or outdoor lighting points, front door panels with integrated light switches, thermostat, and CO2 sensor, and exterior or interior light sockets, panels for decentralized ventilation with heat recovery function, panels for connection of toilets with or without electrical connection, shower panels, multimedia panels for TV connection, washbasin panels with integrated connection for mirror lighting and/or heating, kitchen panel with connections for cooking appliances, fridge/freezer, oven, dishwasher, and air extractor, typically off-the-shelve. In an example a special sealing for seams between two connecting elements may be provided.

In a second aspect the present invention relates to a building comprising a modular system according to the invention, such as an office building, a utility building, and a house. The building may comprise at least one of a wall, such as an inner or an outer wall, a supporting floor, a storey floor, and a roof, comprising a modular system according to the invention, wherein the building preferably is a casco building. As such the present modular system may be considered as a “plug- and-play” system, in that various elements can be chosen, typically almost random, and installed and connected to one and another without any difficulty. Also more complex elements, or requiring more attention, such as duct work, electrical connections, etc., can be connected as required without any problem.

In a third aspect the present invention relates to a kit of parts comprising at least one part of the modular system according to the invention.

Advantages of the present description are detailed throughout the description. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the least one comer element (31) may be for coupling two or more structural elements (1) at a side thereof under an angle, such as under an angle of 90 degrees, under an angle of 30 degrees, under an angle of 60 degrees, or under an angle of 45 degrees.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the at least one side coupling element (21) may be for coupling two or more structural elements (1) at a side thereof under an angle, such as under an angle of 0, 90, or 180 degrees.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system structural elements (1) and coupling elements (11,21,31) may have a substantially same thickness, and wherein the at least one outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (23,33) and the at least one inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (25,35) of the coupling elements (11,21,31) each individually may comprise at least one extension (26,36) extending out-wards of the supporting frame (22,32) in at least one direction, such as extending 1-100 mm, and/or wherein structural elements (1) may comprise at least one receiving part (6) for receiving the at least one extension (26,36).

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system at least one structural element (1) may comprise at least one stiffening element (8), such as a beam, an H-shaped profde, a U- shaped profde, an I-shaped profde, or a combination thereof, preferably wherein the stiffening element may be integrated in the supporting frame (2).

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the structural element may comprise at least two outer anti -wear and fluid barrier layers (3a, 3b).

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the structural element may comprise at least two inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layers (5a, b).

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the coupling element may comprise at least two outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layers (23, 33a, 23, 33b).

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the coupling element may comprise at least two inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layers (25, 35a, 25, 35b).

In an exemplary embodiment the present modular system may comprise a fire retardant layer, wherein the fire retard-ant layer and the anti -wear layer optionally are the same.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the anti-wear layer (3a, 5a, 23, 33a, 25, 35a) each individually may be selected from a magnesium oxide plate or a cement based plate, preferably a plate with a thickness of 5-50 mm, such as 12-24 mm, such as 12 mm, 19 mm, and 24 mm.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the fluid barrier layer (3b, 5b, 23, 33b, 25, 35b) each individually may be selected from a polymer or resin coating, such as a poly urethane, and an epoxy resin, preferably a coating with a thick-ness of 0.1-5 mm, such as 0.5-2.4 mm.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the fluid barrier layer (3b, 5b, 23, 33b, 25, 35b) each individually may be reinforced with a fibre material, wherein the fibre material is preferably selected from natural fibres and synthetic fibres, such as glass fibres, carbon based fibres, polymer fibres, such as aramid or meta-aramid based fibres (Kevlar and Twaron), poly ethene fibres (Dyneema), poly amides, such as nylon 6 and nylon 6,6, and combi-nations thereof.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system a second barrier layer (3c, 5c, 23, 33c, 25, 35c) each individually may comprise a fibre material, wherein the fibre material is preferably selected from natural fibres and synthetic fibres, such as glass fibres, carbon based fibres, polymer fibres, such as aramid or meta-aramid based fibres (Kevlar and Twaron), poly ethene fibres (Dyneema), poly am-ides, such as nylon 6 and nylon 6,6, and combinations thereof.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the fluid barrier layer (3b, 5b, 23, 33b, 25, 35b) may be provided at an inner side of the anti-wear layer (3a, 5a, 23, 33a, 25, 35a).

The present fluid barrier layer, each individually may each individually have a vapour diffusion resistance number p of > 40, preferably >50, such as >60.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the thermal insulation layer (4,24,34) each individually may have a thermal insulation Rd of <0. 1 m²K/W, preferably Rd of <0.05 m²K/W, such as Rd of <0.2 m²K/W, or likewise a >0.02 W/mK, such as > 0.025 W/mK, such as comprising poly isocyanurate (PIR), poly ethylene (PE), poly ethylene terephthalate (PET), glass wool, rock wool, expanded poly styrene (such as EPS 100), poly urethane (PUR), plant based insulation, extruded poly styrene (XPS), typically a foam insulation material, or a combination thereof.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the thermal insulation layer (4,24,34) each individually may have a thickness of 5-30 cm, such as 8.9 cm, 14 cm, 18.4 cm, 19.5 cm, or 23.5 cm.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the structural element (1) and coupling element (11) each individually may have a thermal insulation Rd of <0. 1 m2K/W, preferably Rd of <0.05 m2K/W, such as Rd of <0.3 m2K/W.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the supporting frame (2,22,32), the at least one outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (3,23,33), the thermal insulation (4,24,34), and at least one inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (5,25,35), may be adhered to one and another by an adhesive or a glue, such as by a poly urethane comprising adhesive.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the structural element may be substantially flat.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the coupling element may be substantially flat.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the structural element may have a standard size, such as with a height of a multitude of 30 cm, preferably a multitude of 60 cm, such as 2-30 times 30 cm, or 1-15 times 60 cm, and/or a width of a multitude of 30 cm, preferably a multitude of 60 cm, such as 2-10 times 30 cm, or 1-5 times 60 cm. In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the coupling element may have a standard size.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the coupling element comprises a lightweight metal, such as aluminium, a rigid polymer, or wood.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the coupling element may be solid or hollow.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the structural element may be 2-30 cm thick, preferably 4-24 cm thick.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the structural element may be 10-240 cm wide, such as 60 cm, and 120 cm.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the structural element may be 50-1200 cm high, such as 240 cm, 270 cm, 300 cm, 360 cm, 480 cm, 540 cm, and 600 cm.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the structural element may comprise attachment means, such as for attaching to a wall or ceiling element.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the coupling element may be 2-30 cm thick, preferably 4-24 cm thick.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the coupling element may be 10-240 cm wide, such as 60 cm, and 120 cm.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system the coupling element may be 50-1200 cm high, such as 240 cm, 270 cm, 300 cm, 360 cm, 480 cm, 540 cm, and 600 cm.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system supporting frame (2,22,32) each individually may comprise a light weight metal, such as aluminium, a rigid polymer, or wood, or a combination thereof.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system at least one structural element and/or at least one coupling element may comprise at least one channel, such as a polymeric channel, such as a PVC-channel, such as for electricity, for a fluid, such as for hot water, for cold water, or for a gas, for a glass fibre.

In an exemplary embodiment the present modular system may comprise at least one input for the at least one channel.

In an exemplary embodiment the present modular system may comprise at least one output for the at least one channel, preferably at least one input and at least one output per channel.

In an exemplary embodiment of the present modular system at least one structural element may comprise an opening for receiving a window, or a door.

In an exemplary embodiment the present modular system may comprise at least one frame, such as for a door or a window.

The invention will hereafter be further elucidated through the following examples which are exemplary and explanatory of nature and are not intended to be considered limiting of the invention. To the person skilled in the art it may be clear that many variants, being obvious or not, may be conceivable falling within the scope of protection, defined by the present claims. SUMMARY OF THE FIGURES

Figure la,b, 2-3, 4a, b — 5-12 show details of the present modular system.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES

In the figures:

10 modular system

1 structural element

2 supporting frame of structural element

3 outer layer of structural element

4 thermal insulation of structural element

5 inner layer of structural element

6 receiving part structural element

8 stiffening element

11 coupling element

12 supporting frame of coupling element

13 outer layer of coupling element

14 thermal insulation of coupling element

15 inner layer of coupling element

21 side element

22 supporting frame

23 outer layer of side element

24 thermal insulation of side element

25 inner layer of side element

26 receiving part side element

31 comer element

32 supporting frame

33 outer layer of comer element

34 thermal insulation of comer element

35 inner layer of comer element

36 receiving part comer element

40 channel

50 adhesive

60 window sealing

Figure la shows a structural element 1 with supporting frame 2 of SLS wood (195*38 mm), outer layer 3b of magnesium oxide (12-24 mm), outer layer 3c of epoxy resin or poly urethane 2mm, outer layer 3c is a water retardant layer of primer, thermal insulation 4 (195mm), inner layer 5b of magnesium oxide (12-24 mm), inner layer 5c of epoxy resin or poly urethane 2mm, inner layer 5 a of a plaster material primer, receiving part 6 of stmctural element, and stiffening element 8 (SLS/OSB 195 mm). Figure lb shows a similar layout with layers 3c and 5c missing in view of fig. la. Figure 2 shows a coupling element 11 of SLS wood 170 mm, with width 195mm and thickness 75 mm, provided with a skin plate 13 of 12 mm magnesium oxide, insulation 14 and inner layer 15.

Figure 3 shows a modular system comprising various elements.

Figure 4a shows a side element 21 with supporting frame 22, outer layer 23, thermal insulation 24, inner layer 25 and receiving part 26, typically of the same or similar materials as in figure 1.

Figure 4b shows a comer element 31 with supporting frame 32, outer layer 33, thermal insulation 34, inner layer 35 and receiving part 36, typically of the same or similar materials as in figure 1.

Figure 5 shows a house constructed of elements.

Fig. 6 shows two structural elements 1 and connecting element 11, a channel 40, fire- retardant adhesive 50, and extensions 26. The channels may be used to provide cables, water, etc. even after complete construction of a building.

Fig. 7 shows a panel with a single electrical connector, e.g. a Wieland connector.

Fig. 8 shows a front door panel with integrated connection for a CO2 sensor, a thermostat, light switches, and electrical sockets for inside and outside.

Fig. 9 shows a multimedia panel with electrical connections, an internet cable, etc.

Fig. 10 shows a shower panel comprising a warm/cold water connection, an integrated water gutter, and electrical connectors, e.g. for a mirror.

Fig. 11 shows a top view of a building, comprising various panels according to the invention.

Fig. 12 shows direct adhering of a window to a present panel, using and adhesive or sealing 60.

Claims

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1. Self-supporting modular system (10) for a building comprising a plurality of structural elements (1), the structural element comprising a supporting frame (2), at least one outer layer (3), preferably an anti-wear and fluid barrier outer layer (3), enclosed by the supporting frame a thermal insulation (4), and at least one inner layer (5), wherein the at least one inner layer (5) comprises an anti-wear and fluid barrier inner layer (5), and at least one coupling element (11) for coupling two or more structural elements (1) at a side thereof, and optionally at least one side or comer element (21,31) comprising a supporting frame (22,32), at least one outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (23,33), enclosed by the supporting frame a thermal insulation (24,34), and at least one inner antiwear and fluid barrier layer (25,35), wherein the supporting frame (2,22,32), the respective at least one outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (3,23,33), the thermal insulation (4,24,34), and at least one inner antiwear and fluid barrier layer (5,25,35), are adhered to one and another.

2. Modular system according to claim 1, wherein the least one comer element (31) is for coupling two or more structural elements (1) at a side thereof under an angle, such as under an angle of 90 degrees, under an angle of 30 degrees, under an angle of 60 degrees, or under an angle of 45 degrees, and/or wherein the at least one side coupling element (21) is for coupling two or more stmctural elements (1) at a side thereof under an angle, such as under an angle of 0, 90, or 180 degrees.

3. Modular system according to any of claims 1-2, wherein stmctural elements (1) and coupling elements (11,21,31) have a substantially same thickness, and wherein the at least one outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (23,33) and the at least one inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (25,35) of the coupling elements (11,21,31) each individually comprise at least one extension (26,36) extending outwards of the supporting frame (22,32) in at least one direction, such as extending 1-100 mm, and/or wherein stmctural elements (1) comprise at least one receiving part (6) for receiving the at least one extension (26,36).

4. Modular system according to any of claims 1-3, wherein at least one stmctural element (1) comprises at least one stiffening element (8), such as a beam, an H-shaped profde, a U-shaped profde, an I-shaped profde, or a combination thereof, preferably wherein the stiffening element is integrated in the supporting frame (2).

5. Modular system according to any of claims 1-4, wherein the stmctural element comprises at least two outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layers (3a, 3b), and/or wherein the stmctural element comprises at least two inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layers (5a, b), and/or wherein the coupling element comprises at least two outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layers (23, 33a, 23, 33b), and/or wherein the coupling element comprises at least two inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layers (25, 35a, 25, 35b), and/or comprising a fire retardant layer, wherein the fire retardant layer and the anti-wear layer optionally are the same. Modular system according to any of claims 1-5, wherein the anti -wear layer

(3a, 5a, 23, 33a, 25, 35a) each individually is selected from a magnesium oxide plate or a cement based plate, preferably a plate with a thickness of 5-50 mm, such as 12-24 mm, such as 12 mm, 19 mm, and 24 mm, and/or wherein the fluid barrier layer (3b, 5b, 23, 33b, 25, 35b) each individually is selected from a polymer or resin coating, such as poly urethane, or an epoxy resin, preferably a coating with a thickness of 0.1-5 mm, such as 0.5-2.4 mm, and/or wherein the fluid barrier layer (3b, 5b, 23, 33b, 25, 35b) each individually is reinforced with a fibre material, wherein the fibre material is preferably selected from natural fibres and synthetic fibres, such as glass fibres, carbon based fibres, polymer fibres, such as aramid or meta-aramid based fibres, poly ethene fibres, poly amides, such as nylon 6 and nylon 6,6, and combinations thereof, and/or wherein a second barrier layer (3c, 5c, 23, 33c, 25, 35c) each individually comprising a fibre material, wherein the fibre material is preferably selected from natural fibres and synthetic fibres, such as glass fibres, carbon based fibres, polymer fibres, such as aramid or metaaramid based fibres, poly ethene fibres, poly amides, such as nylon 6 and nylon 6,6, and combinations thereof, and/or wherein the fluid barrier layer (3b, 5b, 23, 33b, 25, 35b) is provided at an inner side of the anti-wear layer (3a, 5a, 23, 33a, 25, 35a), and/or wherein the thermal insulation layer (4,24,34) each individually have athermal insulation Rd of <0.1 m²K/W, preferably Rd of <0.05 m²K/W, such as Rd of <0.2 m²K/W, such as comprising poly isocyanurate (PIR), poly ethylene (PE), poly ethylene terephthalate (PET), glass wool, rock wool, expanded poly styrene (such as EPS 100), poly urethane (PUR), plant based insulation, extruded poly styrene (XPS), typically a foam insulation material, or a combination thereof, and/or wherein the thermal insulation layer (4,24,34) each individually have a thickness of 5-30 cm, such as 8.9 cm, 14 cm, 18.4 cm, 19.5 cm, or 23.5 cm, and/or wherein the structural element (1) and coupling element (11) each individually have a thermal insulation Rc of <0. 1 m²K/W, preferably Rd of <0.05 m²K/W, such as Rd of <0.3 m²K/W. Modular system according to any of claims 1-6, wherein the supporting frame (2,22,32), the at least one outer anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (3,23,33), the thermal insulation (4,24,34), and at least one inner anti-wear and fluid barrier layer (5,25,35), are adhered to one and another by an adhesive or a glue, such as by a poly urethane comprising adhesive, and/or wherein the structural element is substantially flat, and/or wherein the coupling element is substantially flat, and/or 11 wherein the structural element has a standard size, and/or wherein the coupling element has a standard size, and/or wherein the coupling element comprises a lightweight metal such as aluminium, a rigid polymer, or wood, and/or wherein the coupling element is solid or hollow, and/or wherein the structural element is 2-30 cm thick, preferably 4-24 cm thick, and/or wherein the structural element is 10-240 cm wide, such as 60 cm, and 120 cm, and/or wherein the structural element is 50-1200 cm high, such as 240 cm, 270 cm, 300 cm, 360 cm, 480 cm, 540 cm, and 600 cm, and/or wherein the structural element comprises attachment means, such as for attaching to a wall or ceiling element, and/or wherein the coupling element is 2-30 cm thick, preferably 4-24 cm thick, and/or wherein the coupling element is 10-240 cm wide, such as 60 cm, and 120 cm, and/or wherein the coupling element is 50-1200 cm high, such as 240 cm, 270 cm, 300 cm, 360 cm, 480 cm, 540 cm, and 600 cm.

8. Modular system according to any of claims 1-7, wherein supporting frame (2,22,32) each individually comprise a light weight metal, such as aluminium, a rigid polymer, or wood, or a combination thereof.

9. Modular system according to any of claims 1-8, wherein at least one structural element and/or at least one coupling element comprises at least one channel, such as a polymeric channel, such as a PVC-channel, such as for electricity, for a fluid, such as for hot water, for cold water, or for a gas, for a glass fibre, and/or comprises at least one input for the at least one channel, and/or comprises at least one output for the at least one channel, preferably at least one input and at least one output per channel.

10. Modular system according to any of claims 1-9, wherein at least one structural element comprises an opening for receiving a window, or a door, and/or comprising at least one frame, such as for a door or a window.

11. Building comprising a modular system according to any of claims 1-10, such as an office building, a utility building, and a house.

12. Building according to claim 11, wherein the building comprises at least one of a wall, such as an inner or an outer wall, a supporting floor, a storey floor, and a roof, comprising a modular system according to any of claims 1-10, wherein the building preferably is a casco building.

13. Kit of parts comprising at least one part of the modular system according to any of claims 1-

10.